Intrigue behind pope's comments on same-sex civil unions

The 20-second video clip didn't just raise eyebrows. It also raised suspicions.

• Oct 24, 2020

Pope voices support for same-sex civil unions

In a major departure from his predecessors, Pope Francis is now signaling that he endorses same-sex civil unions. Seth Doane has more on the pontiff's comments that were made in a documentary.

• Oct 21, 2020
• 1:32

Pope gives support to same-sex civil unions

In a historic move, Pope Francis is supporting civil unions for same-sex couples. The pontiff's remarks break from the traditional position of the Roman Catholic Church, but fall in line with his more tolerant stance towards the LGBTQ+ community. Patrick Hornbeck, a professor of theology at Fordham University, joined CBSN to discuss the pope's comments.

• Oct 21, 2020
• 6:15

Thomas, Alito take aim at gay marriage ruling as court rejects Kim Davis case

Justice Clarence Thomas issued a separate statement calling Davis "one of the first victims of this Court's cavalier treatment of religion in its Obergefell decision."

• Oct 5, 2020

Church leader who blamed COVID-19 on same-sex marriage has the virus

Patriarch Fliaret, leader of one of the biggest Christian Orthodox denominations in Ukraine, said the "evil" of same-sex marriage was behind the pandemic.

• Sep 9, 2020

U.S. drones hit Taliban and more headlines

The U.S. launched "defensive" strikes against the Taliban in Afghanistan, just days after signing a peace accord; the International Olympic Committee insists the Tokyo Games are on schedule despite coronavirus concerns; and Russian President Vladimir Putin is proposing a constitutional amendment banning gay marriage. CBS News' Rylee Carlson rounds up world headlines from London.

• Mar 4, 2020
• 2:19

Former Vice President Dick Cheney and his wife say they're pained the dispute between their daughters is now out in the open

The family feud burst into public view after Liz Cheney was asked about gay marriage Sunday and her sister Mary, who is married to a woman, fired back. Dick Cheney has supported same-sex marriage for nearly a decade, but in a statement Monday, he and his wife also voiced support for Liz's position. Nancy Cordes reports.

• Nov 18, 2013
• 1:37

Gay marriage plaintiffs endorse Biden, call him "greatest ally"

"We won that fight for the freedom to marry because of an ally in the White House, Joe Biden," Jim Obergefell and Judith Kasen-Windsor said in a joint statement.

• Jun 26, 2020

Costa Rica first country in Central America to legalize same-sex marriage

Two women became the first legally married same-sex couple in Costa Rica when a notary wearing a face mask pronounced them "wife and wife."

• May 27, 2020

Same-sex couples say "I do" in Taiwan

Taiwan became the first place in Asia to legally recognize same-sex marriages. Officials said about 300 couples were expected to register on the day the landmark legislation took effect. Jericka Duncan has more.

• May 24, 2019
• 0:25

Chick-fil-A won't donate to anti-LGBTQ+ charities

Chick-fil-A is planning to change its charitable donations in the new year as the fast-food chain tries to avoid the spotlight that came with its history of financing evangelical groups that opposed LGBTQ rights, including same-sex marriage. CBSN Los Angeles reports.

• Nov 18, 2019
• 0:25

Putin wants Russian constitution to ban gay marriage

Russian President Vladimir Putin wants to explicitly define marriage as a "union of a man and a woman."

• Mar 3, 2020

Hallmark parent CEO to leave after same-sex ad controversy

Exit of Crown Media chief Bill Abbott comes a month after the channel yanked, then reinstated, same-sex ad campaign.

• Jan 23, 2020

Methodists propose split over LGBTQ impasse

Two factions within the church have not been able to agree on the issue of gay marriage and clergy.

• Jan 4, 2020

Israeli same-sex couples find legal loophole for marriage

Israel embraces gay tourists – and even hosts a gay Pride – but lags behind when it comes to gay rights

• Dec 5, 2019

Hundreds of thousands celebrate Pride parade in Taiwan

Every year, Taipei hosts the largest Pride parade in Asia. This year, it was extra special

• Oct 26, 2019

Warren's joke during LGBTQ town hall goes viral

When asked how she would respond to a supporter who believes marriage is between one man and one woman, Warren responded with a joke

• Oct 11, 2019

"Bachelor" makes history with show's first LGBTQ proposal

Demi Burnett and Kristian Haggerty are the first same-sex proposal in the franchise's 17-year history

• Sep 18, 2019

Supreme Court avoids lesbian wedding cake dispute

The justices' action keeps the high-profile case off the court's election-year calendar and orders state judges to take a new look at the dispute

• Jun 17, 2019

Ecuador's highest court legalizes same-sex marriage

Ecuador's highest court approved same-sex marriage Wednesday​ — a huge milestone for the LGBTQ community in the traditionally Catholic and conservative country

• Jun 13, 2019

Botswana decriminalizes gay sex in big win for LGBT rights in Africa

Judges say sexual orientation not a "fashion statement," and "criminalization of love or finding fulfillment in love dilutes compassion and tolerance"

• Jun 11, 2019

New push to recognize twin boy's U.S. citizenship

More than 90 Democrats signed a letter urging the State Department to recognize the citizenship of children whose parents are in same-sex marriages

• Jun 7, 2019

First same-sex couples marry in Taiwan

Last week, Taiwan became the first country in Asia to legalize same-sex marriage. Today, the first official weddings are underway.

• May 24, 2019

Alabama public TV refuses to air "Arthur" episode with gay wedding

The episode had people talking across the country – but kids in Alabama never saw it

• May 21, 2019

Taiwan's government legalize same-sex marriage in 1st for Asia

Legislature's vote allows same-sex couples full legal marriage rights, including in areas such as taxes, insurance and child custody

• May 17, 2019

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