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After nearly two decades behind closed doors, South Africa's National Register for Sex Offenders is one step closer to becoming accessible to parents, schools, and communities. Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi confirmed that a draft bill has been circulated to make the 30,000-name registry public.
Turning down sex doesn't have to damage your relationship. A sex and libido coach shares simple ways to honor your boundaries while keeping emotional connection strong.
Warsaw made history Thursday by registering its first same-sex marriage, following a landmark EU court decision requiring Poland to recognize unions performed in other member countries. The move brings hope to thousands of LGBTQ+ couples who have fought for recognition in a country where same-sex marriage remains illegal.
A new public child sex offender registry in Queensland has logged nearly 300,000 visits since launching on New Year's Eve, helping parents protect their kids. The website has already helped identify 10 registered offenders with unreported contact with children.
The Netherlands marked a quarter century since becoming the first country to legalize same-sex marriage, with three couples tying the knot at midnight in Amsterdam's City Hall. What started as a pioneering moment in 2001 has inspired nearly 40 countries to follow suit.
Japan's Supreme Court will issue a unified ruling on whether banning same-sex marriage violates the constitution, bringing the country closer to a historic decision. Five lower courts have already found the current legal provisions unconstitutional.
More than 26,000 same-sex couples have legally married in Thailand since marriage equality became law just over a year ago. The milestone represents roughly 10% of all marriages registered in the country during that period.
Sex workers at one of Nevada's oldest brothels are organizing the nation's first union for licensed prostitutes, demanding workplace protections and control over their own image. The effort represents a breakthrough moment for workers' rights in a stigmatized industry.
A former Emory University student who survived sex trafficking at 19 now dedicates her life to helping others avoid the same fate. Rachel Thomas will share her journey of healing at Columbus's 5th annual luncheon celebrating hope and recovery.
The Library of Congress just named 25 beloved films to its National Film Registry, from 1896 silent classics to Wes Anderson's visually stunning "The Grand Budapest Hotel." The selections honor movies that shaped American culture, including "The Karate Kid," "Clueless," and "Inception."
A quarter century after becoming the first country to legalize same-sex marriage, the Netherlands has celebrated 36,000 weddings between same-sex couples. The milestone shows how one nation's bold step in 2001 paved the way for marriage equality worldwide.
After eight years of research, scientists have discovered that same-sex behavior in primates isn't a puzzle to solve but a survival advantage that helps animals thrive in harsh environments and complex societies. The groundbreaking study analyzed 491 primate species and found this natural behavior strengthens social bonds that keep animals safe and help them succeed.
France just made history by legally erasing the outdated idea that marriage includes a duty to have sex. The new law clarifies that consent in marriage matters just as much as it does everywhere else.
Kenya just unveiled a digital platform that makes every carbon credit traceable, ensuring communities benefit directly from conservation efforts. The registry puts the country at the forefront of fair, transparent climate action in Africa.
A young cancer patient's story sparked action to modernize Australia's struggling stem cell donor registry. The country is now working to match Germany's successful model, targeting younger donors and simplifying registration.
Kenya just opened Africa's first national carbon registry, a breakthrough system that could help the continent claim its fair share of the $2 billion global carbon market. The platform tracks every carbon credit project, prevents fraud, and ensures local communities actually benefit from climate action.
In New Zealand, thousands of offenders are transforming their lives through community work sentences, tending gardens and helping neighbors instead of serving jail time. The program has been quietly changing lives for over two decades.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer just introduced federal legislation that would eliminate the statute of limitations protecting sex traffickers from prosecution. Standing beside survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse, he unveiled "Virginia's Law," named for prominent advocate Virginia Giuffre.
Canadian parents want to protect their kids through good sex education, but feel unsupported and unprepared for these crucial conversations. New University of Alberta research reveals what holds parents back and offers practical solutions to help families navigate these talks with confidence.
A London theatre charity is helping prisoners and ex-offenders find new careers on stage and screen. Their program has launched dozens into the creative industry while changing how society sees people behind bars.
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