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David Hockney depicted a 'peaceful, gay paradise' when homosexuality was a crime
The painter broke social taboos by celebrating same-sex relationships in his art.
June 13, 2026Senegal approves tougher anti-gay law as rights groups raise concerns
"Violence and fear" will spike and "equality and non-discrimination" will be trampled on, warn critics.
March 12, 2026Senegal PM proposes tougher anti-LGBT law, doubling prison terms
The bill seeks prison terms of five to ten years for what it describes as "acts against nature".
February 25, 2026Uganda police arrest two women accused of kissing in violation of homosexuality law - Reuters
Uganda police arrest two women accused of kissing in violation of homosexuality law Reuters
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David Hockney depicted a 'peaceful, gay paradise' when homosexuality was a crime
One of David Hockney's early paintings depicts a couple wrapped in an embrace. Painted in 1961, this picture may sound like it captures a relatively traditional romantic scene. But at the time, it w
Senegal endurece la ley contra la homosexualidad: “Estamos en pánico, basta con la mínima denuncia para que te señalen y vengan a por ti”
Cientos de personas LGTBI+ y activistas por la defensa de este colectivo se esconden o huyen del país. La norma penaliza con hasta 10 años de cárcel lo que denomina “actos contra natura” El Parlament
Senegal introduces legislation to boost minimum sentence for homosexuality to 5 years
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Senegal introduces legislation to boost minimum sentence for homosexuality to 5 years
Senegalese opposition leader Ousmane Sonko addresses journalists following his release from police custody in Dakar, Senegal, on March 8, 2021. (AP Photo/Sylvain Cherkaoui, File) DAKAR, Senegal (AP)
Uganda: Two young women arrested for 'kissing in public,' violating anti-LGBTQ law
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