Homosexuality has been a feature of human culture since earliest history (see History section below). These continue to influence the development of the modern concept of sexual orientation, gaining associations with romantic love and identity in addition to its original, exclusively sexual meaning. When describing the latter, it refers to enduring sexual and romantic attraction towards those of the same sex, including lesbianism. Once viewed by authorities as a pathology or mental illness to be cured, homosexuality is now more often investigated as part of a larger impetus to understand the biology, psychology, politics, genetics, history and cultural variations of sexual practice.

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Kylie Minogue honoured by Britain's Queen Elizabeth

Reuters UK - The government said he was being recognised for his "outstanding achievements as an actor and also for his work in championing the causes of diversity". The actor, a founder member of gay rights group Stonewall, stepped into a debate in Singapore ... Read more...

Uruguayan president signs law legalizing gay couples

Xinhua News Agency - Under the new law which is to take effect on Jan. 1, 2008, gay and straight couples will be eligible for civil unions after living together for five years and will have rights ... The bill was passed by the congress on Dec. 18, after heated debate ... Read more...

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The New York Times > National > Groups Debate Slower Strategy on Gay Rights
Gay rights leaders are debating if they should moderate their goals after 11 states approved constitutional amendments prohibiting same-sex marriages.

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Gay Rights a Summary of the debate -- Christ and the Culture -- Faith Facts
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