Lush Cosmetics campaigns for LGBTQ rights in Russia
Stoli sides with LGBT community
Stolichnaya vodka’s US branch announces partnership with L.A. Gay & Lesbian Center to counter anti-gay laws in Russia.
Moldova overturns ‘gay propaganda’ ban
Largely Orthodox Christian country overturns anti-LGBT law as it seeks EU membership.
Reports: Russian officials raiding homes, seizing art
Stories of landlords posting flyers to weed out gay tenants, homes of human rights activists being raided and artists fleeing for asylum spread as anti-LGBT laws are enforced.
NHL star Sidney Crosby speaks out for equality
Team Canada, Pittsburgh Penguins player Crosby addresses Sochi 2014 controversy
Russian athletes publicly kiss after win
Some speculate the two women kissed in defiance of anti-gay propaganda laws.
Athlete dedicates silver medal to LGBT community
Track and Field star Nick Symmonds speaks out for equality after competing at championship in Moscow.