Two prominent Italian news agencies said the pontiff used the term on Tuesday during a meeting with priests, after he was accused of uttering the same word last month while speaking with Italian bishops.
Tag: Homosexuality and Bisexuality
Pope Francis Apologizes After Reports That He Used an Anti-Gay Slur
Francis’ remark came as he spoke against admitting gay men to seminaries during what was supposed to be a closed-door meeting with Italian bishops last week.
Security Warnings for Pride Month Events: What to Know
Citing the potential for terrorism, the State Department, F.B.I. and Department of Homeland Security urged those attending L.G.B.T.Q. events to be vigilant. Here’s what to know.
C.D.C. Warns of a Resurgence of Mpox
A deadlier version of the infectious disease is ravaging the Democratic Republic of Congo, while the type that caused a 2022 outbreak among gay and bisexual men is regaining strength.
Long-Acting Drugs May Revolutionize H.I.V. Prevention and Treatment
New regimens in development, including once-weekly pills and semiannual shots, could help control the virus in hard-to-reach populations.
Takeaways From the Vatican’s Document on Human Dignity
The document restated the Roman Catholic Church’s rejection of abortion, gender fluidity and transition surgery.
Ugandan Court Upholds Draconian Anti-Gay Law
The law, which includes the death penalty as a punishment in some cases, has been strongly condemned, including by the United States.
Bohemians: The Irish Team Selling Soccer With a Side of Activism
The Dublin club Bohemians has made support for social causes a crucial part of its identity. Critics say the hipsters have taken over, but the approach has attracted fans around the world.
Vaccines Didn’t Turn Back Mpox, Study Finds. People Did.
Behavior change among gay and bisexual men was more important than shots in curbing the spread, researchers concluded.
Ghana’s Parliament Passes Anti-Gay Bill With Jail Terms
The legislation would sentence those who identify as L.G.B.T.Q. to three years in jail and punish those who promote gay issues as well. It would be among the harshest on the African continent.