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Ghana Supreme Court suspends televised hearing on anti-LGBTQ+ legislation

The bill would outlaw all same-sex relations, and imprison those who identify as LGBTQ+ or form pro-LGBTQ+ groups.

Ghana stands to lose $3.8 billion over anti-LGBTQ+ law as president delays signing

Officials warned President Akufo-Addo that signing the draconian anti-LGBTQ+ bill into law would have grave consequences.

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Director Chris Mason Johnson highlights the new reality of gay-straight relations in his coming-of-age drama The New Twenty.

A Ugandan LGBTQ+ activist was stabbed and left for dead in the street. Now, he recounts his escape to Canada

Steven Kabuye had been followed for sometime before two men ambushed him on his morning commute in January. Still recovering, he fled Uganda days later with bandages still on.

World Bank Cuts Off Funds to Uganda Over Anti-LGBTQ+ Law

“Uganda’s Anti-Homosexuality Act fundamentally contradicts the World Bank Group’s values," said a statement from the institution.

World Bank Delays Uganda Loan Due to Antigay Law

The $90 million loan was expected to be approved Friday, but it has now been put off indefinitely.

Connecting Communities – How to Manage Your Finances for the Future

Simply knowing and understanding the financial world will help you to prepare.

The First National LGBTQ Credit Union Has Been Approved

Michigan approved a state charter this week.

How Confusing Laws Are Hitting Our Bank Accounts

Family planning and anxieties about legal protections are having a significant effect on our bank accounts.

Wall Street Bullish on LGBT Opportunity

The inaugural Out on the Street summit brought together senior leaders of financial firms to discuss workplace conditions for LGBT people and the market value of diversity.

35 Years of Outfest and We’re Just Getting Started

Film has played an important role in LGBT progress and will continue to do so, writes Outfest board member Alan Koenigsberg.

Tristan Snell, who brought down Trump University, sees conviction in hush money case

Snell also believes that former Trump fixer Michael Cohen will be a credible witness because his testimony will be corroborated by a wealth of other testimony and evidence.

Poland Elects First Out Mayor

Polish voters proved they're more interested in growing their economy than clinging to homophobia when they elected an out gay lawmaker mayor.

D.C. Mayor Makes Major Move Expanding Trans Health Care

Transgender Washington, D.C., residents will now be able to purchase insurance policies that include coverage for transition-related care on the D.C. health exchange or through Medicaid benefits.

The Queer Tax on LGBTQ+ Women Who Partner With Women

Fighting back against the added living expenses queer women are forced to endure.

'Avengers: Endgame' Is the Straight White Male Superhero's Swan Song

The blockbuster marks the end of an era -- and the beginning of a more diverse one.

Why Television Is Outpacing Film in Diversity

Wilson Cruz, Paris Barclay, Outfest Fusion's Taj Paxton, and Anjelica Huston weigh in on the growing divide between television and film in featuring LGBT people, especially those of color.

Ayanna Pressley on Introducing Bill to Advance Trans Rights

The lawmaker from Massachusetts made the announcement on Transgender Day of Visibility.

Could This Be The End of The NRA? We Can Only Hope

The National Rifle Association has been abusing their status as a charity for years. 

Karen Pence Missed Gay Leader's Visit Because She's in an Antigay Country

The second lady (pictured, center) is in the United Arab Emirates, where homosexuality is criminalized.