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Freemasons, gay men, and corrupt elites in Cameroon — inside a conspiracy theory

A new book explores an ongoing conspiracy theory in Cameroon and neighboring Gabon that corrupt elites spread homosexuality through their connections to secret orders like the Freemasons.

Experts Try to Understand Rare Cases of Monkeypox Deaths

(CNN) Out of the more than 31,000 cases of monkeypox reported globally since January, only a small number have been deadly. But what causes MPV to be fatal?

In Gambia, Being LGBT Now Means Torture, Life in Jail

The west African nation has been cracking down on lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people -- and will now throw away the key for those convicted of "aggravated homosexuality."

Bayard Rustin Finally Pardoned by California for Consensual Sex Arrest

The civil rights icon was sullied by a homophobic "morals charge" at the height of his career.

Anglican Priest Defies Church, Marries Partner

A Church of England clergy member takes advantage of England's new marriage equality law, in defiance of his denomination's opposition to same-sex unions.

Dozens Arrested for Attending Gay Wedding in Nigeria

Homosexuality is illegal in the West African nation.

U.S. steps up response to more deadly mpox outbreak

Senior administration officials discussed what the U.S. is doing to curb the spread of the virus.

U.S. Suspends Some Aid as Gambia's Antigay Witch Hunt Intensifies

Gambia's notoriously homophobic head of state who said in May, 'I will kill them,' has LGBT Gambians on the run. Now the U.S. has imposed sanctions against Gambia.

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Monkeypox: WHO Settles on New Name for the Virus

Scientists and health experts wanted to rename "monkeypox" to combat the homophobic and racist stigma attached to the virus.

WATCH: Anglican Archbishop Says Gay Marriage Could Harm Christians in Africa

Archbishop Justin Welby is worried advances in marriage equality in the West might harm Christians in Africa.

African Nation of Gabon Adopts Ban on Gay Sex

The west-central African nation is going against a trend toward decriminalization.

Op-ed: How to Survive an Ebola Plague

One parallel between HIV and Ebola is uncanny, says activist Tyler Curry.

Monkeypox Outbreak Linked to Gay Sauna and Festival

While not considered a sexually transmitted disease, monkeypox is spread through close contact.

Milan's Fashion Hot Spot Feels Heat Over Brunei

Milan's fashion hot spot feels the heat from Brunei.