The Vatican in Rome has changed their requirements and will now allow gay men to be priests in Italy in a three-year trial period but they'll be barred from 'flaunting' their homosexuality.
Incoming President Donald Trump and conservative rights Republicans pose more threats to the rights of LGBTIQ+ Americans as they brace for increased attacks on freedoms and healthcare access.
The new Italian law highlights the complex and varied landscape of gay family rights across Europe. While some countries have made strides in recognising same-sex partnerships and expanding access to adoption and fertility treatments, others maintain restrictive policies.
A college in the USA has discarded hundreds of books with LGBTQ+ and other progressive themes following changes implemented by state Republicans. The book disposal has sparked backlash and media coverage, leading to public frustration and concern.
A recent Gallup study found that the majority of LGBTQ+ people come out younger than they used to their friends, while but 18% reported never coming out to anyone at all.
"It was emotional at the end, up there on the platform, knowing it was going to be my last competitive dive." Tom Daley, winner of five Olympic medals.
