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Christliche Gegendemonstranten bei Londoner Pride-Parade Zungenküsse, Mittelfinger und geklaute Plakate

Zum 50. Jubiläum der Londoner Pride-Parade haben mehr als eine Million Menschen gefeiert. Es kam zu Auseinandersetzungen mit religiösen Gegendemonstranten.

Gay Marriage on a Roll in the West - AP/ DPA

Gay Marriage on a Roll in the West - AP/ DPA

Altered Attitudes Gay Marriage on a Roll in the West

Two US Supreme Court rulings last week bolstering same-sex marriage are symptomatic of shifting public opinion in the West in favor of gay rights. Attitudes have changed so fast in recent years that politicians can hardly keep up. Von Mathieu von Rohr

Berlin Votes for Stricter Controls on Brothels - Hannibal Hanschke/ REUTERS

Berlin Votes for Stricter Controls on Brothels - Hannibal Hanschke/ REUTERS

Sex Trade Berlin Votes for Stricter Controls on Brothels

Prostitution is legal in Germany, but many critics say this has failed to protect sex workers from exploitation. In a move to address the problem, lawmakers in Berlin voted on Thursday night to subject bordellos to tougher regulation.

Gay Adoption Debate Flusters Conservatives - Michael Löwa/ dpa

Gay Adoption Debate Flusters Conservatives - Michael Löwa/ dpa

Vater and Vater Gay Adoption Debate Flusters Conservatives

Last week, Germany's high court granted tax equality to gay couples. Now, conservatives fear the ensuing debate over what many consider the untouchable last bastion of conservative values: full adoption rights for same-sex couples. Von Melanie Amann, Dietmar Hipp und Peter Müller

Equal Tax Breaks for Gays 'In Spirit of Zeitgeist' - Jens Kalaene/ dpa

Equal Tax Breaks for Gays 'In Spirit of Zeitgeist' - Jens Kalaene/ dpa

World from Berlin Equal Tax Breaks for Gays 'In Spirit of Zeitgeist'

Germany's high court has ruled that same-sex couples must be given tax breaks equal to those received by their heterosexual counterparts. The move has been widely hailed on German editorial pages, but there is some dissent.

Government to Expedite Same-Sex Tax Law - LEON NEAL/ AFP

Government to Expedite Same-Sex Tax Law - LEON NEAL/ AFP

Gay Rights Government to Expedite Same-Sex Tax Law

On Thursday, Germany's high court ruled that tax benefits available to heterosexual married couples must be extended to gay pairs as well. Merkel's conservatives say they will quickly comply. But the party is still opposed to additional rights for same-sex unions.

Germany Grants Tax Equality to Gay Couples - Jens Ressing/ dpa

Germany Grants Tax Equality to Gay Couples - Jens Ressing/ dpa

High Court Ruling Germany Grants Tax Equality to Gay Couples

Gay and lesbian couples in civil unions should have the same joint tax filing rights as married heterosexual couples, Germany's highest court ruled Thursday, dealing a blow to Chancellor Merkel's conservatives.

Vincent and Bruno Start the Revolution - PASCAL GUYOT/ AFP

Vincent and Bruno Start the Revolution - PASCAL GUYOT/ AFP

France's First Gay Marriage Vincent and Bruno Start the Revolution

The French public is deeply divided over the recent legalization of same-sex marriage, but that won't stop couples in love from exercising their rights. Amid the emotional debate, the country's first gay marriage will make history on Wednesday in Montpellier. Von Stefan Simons

Clashes at Same-Sex Marriage Protest in Paris - Etienne Laurent/ dpa

Clashes at Same-Sex Marriage Protest in Paris - Etienne Laurent/ dpa

France Divided Clashes at Same-Sex Marriage Protest in Paris

A week after France legalized same-sex marriage, tens of thousands of people joined marches in Paris to protest the law. The Sunday rally ended with clashes between police and right-wing demonstrators.

Ex-President Takes Aim at Hollande's Policies - BENOIT TESSIER/ REUTERS

Ex-President Takes Aim at Hollande's Policies - BENOIT TESSIER/ REUTERS

Sarkozy's Back Ex-President Takes Aim at Hollande's Policies

While French President François Hollande deals with dismal jobless figures and turmoil surrounding the recent legalization of gay marriage, his upbeat predecessor goes on the thinly veiled offensive in Montreal. "When I look at those who succeeded me," Nicolas Sarkozy says, "I feel very good."

Hollande Has 'Divided France in Two' - Yoan Valat/ dpa

Hollande Has 'Divided France in Two' - Yoan Valat/ dpa

World from Berlin Hollande Has 'Divided France in Two'

The French parliament's Tuesday decision to approve a same-sex marriage bill sparked violent protests in Paris. In Germany, too, the split opinions on the editorial pages mirror the left-right schism that has left French society divided.

France Moves Closer to Same-Sex Marriage - CHRISTIAN HARTMANN/ REUTERS

France Moves Closer to Same-Sex Marriage - CHRISTIAN HARTMANN/ REUTERS

Senate Says 'I Do' France Moves Closer to Same-Sex Marriage

Following months of protests both for and against the measure, the French Senate on Tuesday night passed an important provision in a package of laws that would legalize same-sex marriage in the country. The vote is a political win for embattled President Hollande.

Anti-Gay Marriage Activists Clash with Police - ERIC FEFERBERG/ AFP

Anti-Gay Marriage Activists Clash with Police - ERIC FEFERBERG/ AFP

Protest in Paris Anti-Gay Marriage Activists Clash with Police

Hundreds of thousands of people took to the streets of Paris on Sunday to protest a plan by the French government to legalize gay marriage and adoption. The demonstration turned violent with police using tear gas and batons.

Rogue Conservatives Mull Pro-Gay Petition - Michael Reichel/ dpa

Rogue Conservatives Mull Pro-Gay Petition - Michael Reichel/ dpa

Same-Sex Marriage Debate Rogue Conservatives Mull Pro-Gay Petition

Chancellor Merkel's conservatives officially oppose giving same-sex civil unions the same status as heterosexual marriages -- despite polls that show the majority of their voters would support such a measure. Now some of her allies are toying with the idea of siding with the opposition on the issue.

Merkel Walks a Fine Line on Gay Rights - Julian Stratenschulte/ dpa

Merkel Walks a Fine Line on Gay Rights - Julian Stratenschulte/ dpa

Campaign Conundrum Merkel Walks a Fine Line on Gay Rights

Last week, it looked as though Angela Merkel's conservatives were prepared to reverse course on extending more rights to same-sex couples. But now the German chancellor has confirmed her party's opposition. As another high-court ruling approaches, however, it won't last. Von Charles Hawley

German Conservatives Change Course on Gay Marriage - Jose Jacome/ dpa

German Conservatives Change Course on Gay Marriage - Jose Jacome/ dpa

World from Berlin German Conservatives Change Course on Gay Marriage

Chancellor Angela Merkel's Christian Democrats are rapidly changing their approach on same-sex marriage rights and are considering extending marital tax benefits. But some German conservatives remain opposed. Commentators on Monday say the debate could hurt the party in fall elections.

Merkel's Rainbow Problem On Gay Rights, Chancellor Still a Conservative

Germany's Constitutional Court has further opened the door for gays and lesbians to adopt with a landmark ruling on Tuesday. Yet again the justice system has moved to bring the rights of civil unions closer to those of marriage. But the decision also underscores the deep division in Chancellor Merkel's party on gay rights. Von Philipp Wittrock

Germany Strengthens Gay Adoption Rights - dapd

Germany Strengthens Gay Adoption Rights - dapd

Court Ruling Germany Strengthens Gay Adoption Rights

A ruling by Germany's highest court bolsters gay and lesbian couples' adoption rights, with judges describing existing legislation as "unconstitutional." The decision marks a further step taken in Germany towards granting same-sex couples equal rights.

France Agonizes Over Plan to Allow Gay Marriage - Ian Langsdon/ dpa

France Agonizes Over Plan to Allow Gay Marriage - Ian Langsdon/ dpa

Mass Rally in Paris France Agonizes Over Plan to Allow Gay Marriage

French President François Hollande wants to legalize gay marriage and adoption. Critics say it will threaten the country's traditions. More than 350,000 turned out to protest against the proposed new law on Sunday. Their main concern is it would cause problems for the children. Von Stefan Simons

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