A gay Muslim cleric reads the Quran with a queer consciousness; Northern Irelandâs marriage equality impasse withstands Commons sense, Pakistanâs sweeping trans rights bill awaits presidential assent, Portugalâs president vetoes a trans teen I.D. bill, Greece allows gay and lesbian foster parenting, U.S. Methodists remain muddy on LGBTQ inclusion, a hip-hop mogulâs lesbian mom makes music history, and more LGBTQ news from around the world!
Hosted this week by Lucia Chappelle and produced with Greg Gordon. "NewsWrap" reporters: Michael LeBeau & Sarah Sweeney, produced with Brian DeShazor. Correspondent: Barry McKay. Theme Music: Kim Wilson. Addâl music: Brian Eno & David Bryne.
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