same-sex marriage
Spanish Catholic Church held its only same- sex ceremony in 1901
The lesbian couple who trciked them spend the rest of their lives on the run after the truth came out.
Days after Australia legalizes same-sex marriage, first couple tie the knot
Amy and Elise McDonald were given an exemption to marry in Melbourne since their relatives also had flown in from overseas.
LGBTIQ wedding season for Australia: Rush of ceremonies after law passed
The historic reform was given royal assent, the final step in a process that began with a national postal vote in September.
‘A day for love’: Australia legalises same-sex marriage
The nation overwhelmingly voted in favour of changing the law, ending decades of political wrangling.
Austria top court rules in favour of same-sex marriage
In April 2001 the Netherlands became the first country in the world to allow gay and lesbian couples to marry in a civil ceremony.
Secrets and wives: Gay Chinese hide behind 'sham marriage'
Around 90% of gay men in China are married to women who are usually straight and unaware of their husband's real sexual orientation.
Australia church cancels wedding after bride backs same-sex marriage on Facebook
The survey is non-binding but PM Malcolm Turnbull has vowed to hold a vote in parliament if the majority of Australians choose 'yes'.
Australian court dismisses challenge to gay marriage survey; Turbull welcomes ruling
Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull, a supporter of same-sex rights, welcomed the ruling, which was handed down in Melbourne.
A step towards sexual equality
As a democratic society, India also has to look back to see what little progress has been made with regard to gay rights.
German lawmakers vote for same-sex marriage; Merkel opposes
Merkel voted against a law to legalise same-sex marriage which passed parliament, saying she believed it was preserve of a man and a woman.