A controversial gay-themed movie in Malaysia became a surprising box-office success there, bringing in more than 1 million ringgit (the equivalent of $322,580) within its first five days. Film censors and critics typically are against gay-themed movies, unless lgbt characters repent or are killed. Lady Gaga recently condemned radio censors in pre-dominantly Muslim Malayasia for blurring the lyrics to her new gay anthem "Born This Way."
The Indiana state senate approved an amendment to its constitution that would ban same-sex marriage in a 40-10 vote. The proposed amendment would also quash all future possibilities of civil unions being permitted in the state.
Openly gay celebrity blogger Perez Hilton has penned his first children's book. With The Boy with the Pink Hair, Hilton intends to celebrate children's individuality and self-acceptance, as well as acceptance of others.
