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Here are the 10 best countries for LGBTQ+ people to get married

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The top 10 best countries for LGBTQIA+ couples to get married has been ranked. Globally, 36 countries have legalised same-sex marriage – most recently Greece made history as the first Christian Orthodox-majority country to do so. Now the top 10 best countries for LGBTQIA+ couples to wed have been ranked, according to a new list compiled by Hitched.co.uk. Hitched experts analysed how long same-sex marriage has been legalised in a country and the average cost of a wedding in each country (according to the Money.co.uk calculator). They also referenced the…

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Oslo Pride cancelled following deadly shooting near city’s ‘largest’ gay bar

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Oslo Pride has been cancelled following a deadly shooting near a gay bar that Norwegian police are investigating as a possible terrorist attack. Two people were killed and at least 10 others were seriously wounded when a gunman opened fire near London Pub, which describes itself as “the largest gay and lesbian venue in Oslo” on the night of 24 June. The shooting came just hours before the Norwegian city was set to host thousands for its first Pride parade since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. But now, the event’s…

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Norway apologises for law banning gay sex 50 years after decriminalisation

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The Norwegian government has apologised to homosexual men for a law that once made the act of gay sex illegal in the country. It is believed that 119 individuals were sent to prison between 1902 and 1950 under the legislation, which was abolished on 21 April 1972. The day before the 50th anniversary of this, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre issued an official apology on behalf of the government for the legislation ever being in place. “Through legislation, but also through a network of sanctions, we as a nation and…

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Norwegian postal service releases heartfelt same-sex Christmas advert

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Posten, the Norwegian postal service, has shared an inclusive four-minute LGBTQ+ Christmas film celebrating queer joy. The production, developed by Pol and produced by B-Reel Films, titled “When Harry met Santa” highlights Norway’s progressive milestone celebrating 50 years since the decriminalisation of homosexuality. The video sees Harry and Santa share sweet moments together as presents are delivered each Christmas. However, shortly after, Harry is shown, alone, for the remainder of the year. The ad takes a turn once Harry decides to leave Santa a letter, which reads: “Dear Santa, All…

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