Police Back Down, Allow Estonian Gays To March

(Tallinn) Estonia's national police have rescinded their ban on a gay pride march through the center of the capital.

Original 'Cage Aux Folles' Actor Serrault Dies

(Paris) French actor Michel Serrault, whose hit performance as a drag queen in the film and stage versions of "La cage aux folles" (The Birdcage) catapulted him to international stardom, has died, his priest said Monday. He was 79.

'Grey's' Creator Hopes For New Beginning After Washington Departure

(Los Angeles, California) "Grey's Anatomy'' creator Shonda Rhimes said she's confident fans will put last year's unsettling season in perspective and remain loyal to the ABC medical drama.

Richardson Breaks New Ground With Cabinet Preview Promise

(Hanover, New Hampshire) Democratic presidential hopeful Bill Richardson told union members on Saturday he would give voters a preview of his Cabinet before voters pick the next president.

Phelps Thwarted In Bid To Erect Anti-Gay Statue In Matthew Shepard Hometown

(Casper, Wyoming) The City of Casper, Wyoming has rejected an offer from anti-gay preacher Fred Phelps to erect a statue dedicated to Matthew Shepard.

Vermont Social Conservatives, GOP Vow To Make Gay Marriage 2008 Issue

"I actually laughed out loud. I had a real good belly laugh," said Stephen Cable of Rutland, the founder and president of Vermont Renewal saying his group will quiz prosecpective candidates from all parties on their position on gay marriage.

Edwards Chides Clinton, Obama

Sens. Clinton and Obama have engaged in a weeklong feud precipitated by Monday's debate exchange over whether a president should meet with leaders of rogue nations without preconditions.

Obama Clinton War Of Words Escalates

(Columbia, South Carolina) In another slap at his chief rival, Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama says the most important asset the next president can offer is the ability to unite the country.

Sterilization Scandal Prompts HIV Concerns At Canadian Hospital

(Edmonton, Alberta) More firings appear to be in the works as the fallout continues from a hospital sterilization scandal that has rocked Alberta's health-care system and forced 3,000 former patients to be tested for HIV and hepatitis.

Fort Lauderdale Tourist Attractions Fear Gay Backlash Over Homophobic Mayor

(Fort Lauderdale, Florida) Hotels and tourist attractions that depend on LGBT travelers are reportedly worried incendiary comments by Fort Lauderdale Mayor Jim Naugle about gays will result in a severe loss of business.

New Mexico Gay Couples Win Right To Marry In Massachusetts

(Boston, Massachusetts) Gay couples from New Mexico can marry in Massachusetts because their home state has not explicitly banned same-sex marriage, officials said.

Anglican Rift Over Gay Clergy Widens

(London) When leaders of the worldwide Anglican Church meet next year for their once-a-decade meeting bishops representing almost half of the denomination's 77-million members will be absent.

Democratic Hopefuls Snub Party Moderates

"They have tunnel vision," DLC founder Al From said of his fellow Democrats.

Gay Man Accused Of Plotting To Kill Wife

(Reno, Nevada) Police have charged a Reno, Nevada man with trying to hire a hit-man to kill his wife so he could avoid a messy divorce and be able to live with his same-sex partner.

Rudy Touts Roberts, Alito As Model Justices

(Riverside, California) Republican presidential candidate Rudy Giuliani said Tuesday that judges who are not so-called "strict constructionists" threaten American democracy.