[Two Pronged] My wife wants me to stop being friends with my ex-boyfriend

'She is very defensive about my bisexuality, even if she accepts it. She knew from the start that I was bisexual. But it’s as if she doesn't want to be reminded of it.'

'Your fight is mine': This dad's pride story will leave you in tears

'Hindi ikaw 'yung napariwara. Ako. Napariwara ako bilang tatay mo,' a dad tells his bisexual son after attending the 2018 Pride March

WATCH: How did you come out?

In celebration of Pride Month, Rappler talks to members of the LGBT community to ask them about their stories and how they found the courage to come out

#WeAreFamilyToo: LGBT groups push for marriage equality outside SC

Despite challenges faced by various LGBT groups, they are hopeful that it is the most opportune time to fight for marriage equality

Duterte wants LGBT representation in anti-poverty body

President Rodrigo Duterte says he is looking for a 'bright' and 'honest' person to represent the LGBT community in the Presidential Commission for the Urban Poor

Aaron Carter comes out as bisexual

This doesn t bring me shame just a weight and burden I have held onto for a long time that I would like lifted off of me Aaron tells fans on Twitter

[Two Pronged] Gay and impotent

I m attracted to some women but I ve only had sexual encounters with men – am I gay?

Bills vs endo, discrimination, and tax reform top Congress priorities

Leaders of the 17th Congress also prioritize measures on national land use government procurement and creation of the disaster response and management department which the President mentioned in his SONA

Indonesia, Malaysia Muslims call for Starbucks boycott over LGBT stance

Leaders from Muhammadiyah Indonesia s second biggest mass Muslim organization also urge the government to revoke the company s business license for its stance on lesbian gay bisexual and transgender issues

WATCH: 'What is love?' at Pride March 2017

LGBTQ or heterosexual those who were at the 2017 Pride March all agree that LoveWins

Rappler Talk: Naomi Fontanos on support for the LGBTQ+ community

GANDA Filipinas Naomi Fontanos calls for solidarity with members of the LGBTQ community and gay rights advocates

WATCH: 2017 Metro Manila Pride March

Check out the highlights of this year s march to celebrate LGBTQ pride and diversity

Embracing 'DiBearSity' at the Metro Manila Pride March

It s very important to be at ease and be comfortable with who you are Be at peace with who you are and enjoy it says an advocate for LGBTQ inclusivity

Christian groups show support by marching with LGBTQ+

Freedom in Christ Ministries apologizes on behalf of other churches that condemn the gay community

Hontiveros: 'Duterte's macho politics failed LGBT hopes'

He paraded himself as an ally during the campaign season promising same sex marriage in the Philippines says Senator Risa Hontiveros

IN PHOTOS: Why we're #HereTogether

They came to protest preach and to celebrate diversity and unity

IN PHOTOS: #HereTogether at the 2017 Metro Manila Pride march

While some see the march as an avenue where they can voice out their concerns others see it as a safe space where they can express themselves without prejudice

#HereTogether: Thousands march for LGBTQ+ community

Celebrating love and passion the country hosts its biggest pride march of the year

Pride March 2017 pushes for solidarity with LGBTQ+ community

Carrying the theme Here together the 2017 Pride March is scheduled for Saturday June 24

Gender-neutral toilets to be built in LPU Manila

For advocates installing gender neutral toilets in the Lyceum of the Philippines University is a step towards protecting the rights of the LGBT community in the campus

LGBT advocates lead charge for anti-discrimination bill

Representatives Emmeline Aglipay Villar Kaka Bag ao and Geraldine Roman sponsor the proposed SOGIE Equality Act for 2nd reading in the House

After 17 years, LGBT anti-discrimination bill up for Senate debate

It is the first time an anti discrimination bill reaches the Senate plenary

Businessmen for Duterte, Dick Gordon, Nobel Prize | 6PM wRap

Watch the 6PM wRap with Paterno Esmaquel

Minority lawmakers oppose same-sex unions in PH

Minority Leader Danilo Suarez says a same sex couple locked in a kiss in a wedding ceremony is not pleasant to look at

Roman: 'Sky will not fall' if same-sex civil union bill is passed

Bataan 1st District Representative Geraldine Roman a transwoman says it s about time for the Philippines to recognize the rights of same sex couples

Same-sex civil marriage bill may 'divide' House – minority lawmakers

Legislators agree that the bill Speaker Pantaleon Alvarez plans to file will spark an intelligent deliberation on LGBT rights at the House of Representatives

Emotional Roman urges Congress to pass anti-discrimination bill

Bataan 1st District Representative Geraldine Roman the country s first transgender congresswoman recalls how her late macho politician father fully supported his transgender child

US condemns Indonesian anti-LGBT statements

State Department spokeswoman Elizabeth Trudeau says Washington is closely monitoring reports of possible measures in Indonesia that would restrict the freedom of expression for LGBTI individuals

Proponents hope to pass anti-discrimination bill in 17th Congress

The bill that seeks to end discrimination in the Philippines faces strong opposition in the Lower House

Respecting LGBTQIA, celebrating pride

Certainly the child bullied because of gender expressions that run afoul of community norms wishes only to be ordinary not to stand out

You cannot kill LGBTQ pride

We are born who we are loving who we do fabulous and beautiful the way we were meant to We mind our own business yet it becomes our problem when our nature stirs in you a desire to see us die

Obama issues school rules on transgender bathroom use

The move triggers an instant backlash from conservatives who perceive it as a threat to children s well being with a top Texas official refusing to comply with Obama s blackmail

Netizens question Noli de Castro for 'discriminatory' remark

Veteran broadcaster Noli de Castro earns the ire of many netizens after supposedly making a discriminatory remark against Bataan 1st District Representative elect Geraldine Roman

Cebu gay politician: It's not gender but track record that matters

Gay politician from Cebu seeks a seat in the city council to represent the LGBT community

#PugadBaboy: Masahol sa hayop

Senatorial bets: Different stands on same-sex unions

Some of those running to be lawmakers disagree with Pacquiao s barb against gays unions but are themselves opposed to such relationships or have no opinion on the issue

Enrile to gays: Go to another planet

Senator Juan Ponce Enrile backs Manny Pacquiao s stand on same sex marriage and says the boxing champ will win a Senate seat without the votes of gay people

Alma Moreno to Pacquiao: Religious beliefs not basis to insult others

While she s against same sex marriage Parañaque Councilor Alma Moreno says fellow UNA bet Manny Pacquiao is wrong in saying that gay couples are worse than animals

WATCH: Pacquiao apologizes for calling gay couples more disgusting than animals

Despite his apology Pacquiao clarifies he will not compromise his faith just to get votes

The 'sub-humanity' of Manny Pacquiao

Alam mo kung ano ang mas masahol sa hayop? Ang magnakaw sa taumbayan katulad ng hindi mo pagtupad sa tungkulin mo bilang hinalal na opisyal

Ex-Dominican head on LGBTs: ‘Everybody’s on their journey’

Asking gays ‘what they’re doing in bed’ is none of his business Father Timothy Radcliffe says on the sidelines of the International Eucharistic Congress

Aiza Seguerra's wife Liza Diño reacts to 'homophobic' comments

Liza and Aiza are criticized over their plan to undergo in vitro fertilization

#PHVote: Will anyone ever mention the LGBT community?

The first candidate to mention his or her support of equal rights for LGBT community will be the wisest one It means that he or she supports minorities and believes in equality for all Filipino citizens

Transgenders: Legally non-existent?

It s claimed that Valkyrie is acting within its rights when it discriminates people who can enter its private property even if the basis of discrimination is one s gender No law was violated hence the public should tone down its outrage

Valkyrie lifts no-cross-dressing policy

To all my LGBT friends I am happy to announce that we are all welcome to enter the club

Transgender 'turns gay' to please father

A bill seeking to address discrimination against gays is pending in Congress

SC asked: Allow same-sex marriage in PH

The 31 page petition highlights the need for a more LGBT inclusive society and is the first known and reported legal action of its kind before the Philippine High Court

Is PH ready for lesbian TV?

Misrepresentation and marginalization are the main reasons why gay women are underrepresented not just in the media but in general

Thoughts on same-sex marriage over brunch

A piece of paper will not make a difference in how much they love each other but it will make a huge difference in being able to own and share property visit each other in the hospital or pass on an inheritance should one die

CBCP on anti-discrimination bill: Gender is 'God's gift'

Bishops support a law against second class treatment for the LGBT but air reservations about the right to choose one s gender among other things