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David Miranda, Gay Politician and Husband of Journalist Glenn Greenwald, Dies at 37

Greenvwald announced his husband’s passing on Twitter to an outpouring of support.

Out Brazilian Politician Quits Amid Death Threats

Jean Wyllys, a vocal critic of the nation's new antigay president, fled the country after a fellow LGBTQ official's murder.

Fighting Back in Brazil

Violence mars Brazil's ascendance, but activists and the government take action.

At G20, Trump Heaps Praise on Brazil's Disgraced Antigay President

Misogynistic Brazilian leader Jair Bolsonaro, whose plane was just discovered to be carrying 86 pounds of cocaine, loves Trump, and the feeling is reciprocal.

Rio Olympics Could Still Be a Success — For Out Athletes

Saying the 2016 Summer Games are getting off to a rocky start is the understatement of the century. But some are trying to see the positives.

LGBTQ Documentary Exposes Brazil President Bolsonaro Prior to Election

Often known as the "Brazilian Donald Trump," Bolsonaro has sent shockwaves of racist and anti-LGBTQ+ fervor throughout Brazil.

Richard Grenell, Trump's Top Gay Appointee, Resigns

The controversial conservative had been ambassador to Germany and acting director of national intelligence.

George Santos to Face Reopened Fraud Case in Brazil

The controversial gay Republican is expected to be sworn in as a lawmaker on Tuesday. 

Did Gay GOP Congressman-Elect George Santos Lie About His Background?

A New York Times investigation found that several of George Santos's claims about his employment and education could not be verified.

Brazilian YouTuber Hands Out Free LGBTQ Books in Protest of Censorship

Felipe Neto went into action when the mayor of Rio de Janeiro tried to pull a graphic novel from a city book fair because it features a same-sex kiss.

Lying Rep.-elect Santos Arrives on Capitol Hill, Tries To Avoid Media

The elected out Republican from New York ran away from reporters asking questions.

Ellen Page Meets Ted Cruz, Miss Major in Gaycation Finale

After traveling to Japan, Brazil, and Jamaica, the out actress journeys to the U.S. to explore LGBT culture.

Gay Rep. George Santos Scammed His Fellow Republicans Too: Report

Multiple sources say the gay New Yorker hid his involvement in companies he recommended.

Why Does the World Disregard LGBT People in Latin America?

Legal protections are better in the region than in Africa or Asia, but the lived reality is frightening -- and international advocates are looking away.

Over 700,000 Petition to Ban Netflix's 'Gay Jesus' Xmas Film in Brazil

The satire has sparked a massive backlash from the religious right in South America.

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Meet Two Brazilian Women Arrested and Beaten for Kissing

Despite being publicly shamed, beaten, and arrested after kissing her female date, this bisexual Brazilian activist won't stop speaking out for acceptance, and above all, love.

WATCH: Obama Invokes LGBT Rights in Mandela Eulogy

People around the world are still persecuted for 'who they love,' said the president when remarking on progress still to be made.

Pope Francis' (Mostly) Complete LGBTQ+ Record: the Good and the Bad

Pope Francis may not be as progressive as some of us want, but he's made a lot of progress for LGBTQ+ acceptance in the church.

LGBTQ+ Film Festival Frameline Announces Lineup for its 47th Year

This year's festival will host special guests Taylor Mac, Alaska, and Sofia Coppola.