PARIS, Feb. 14 (UPI) -- Authorities in France say a civil union designed a decade ago for gay couples has become increasingly popular with heterosexual couples.
SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 1 (UPI) -- Five years after Vermont approved gay civil unions, a study indicates legalized same-sex couples may be longer-lasting than those without legal status.
SPRINGFIELD, Ill., May 15 (UPI) -- An Illinois lawmaker says he is trying to promote a civil unions bill in the state Legislature by bringing to light the needs of elderly straight couples.
URBANA, Ill., Jan. 22 (UPI) -- Two U.S. studies dispute the stereotype that couples in same-sex relationships are not as committed as their heterosexual counterparts.
SAN DIEGO, Jan. 14 (UPI) -- Studies of lesbian and gay couples reveal some key factors that may promote healthier relationships in straight couples, a U.S. psychologist says.
STOCKHOLM, Sweden, Oct. 28 (UPI) -- The Swedish Church has approved a gay blessing ceremony for homosexual couples in registered partnerships.
MADRID, June 30 (UPI) -- Spanish lawmakers legalized gay marriage Thursday following criticism this week by conservative religious groups.
MADRID, Oct. 1 (UPI) -- The Spanish government has approved a draft law to legalize same-sex marriages, it was reported Friday.
CLEVELAND HEIGHTS, Ohio, Jan. 26 (UPI) -- Sixteen same-sex couples registered as domestic partners Monday during the first hour a registry for unmarried couples was open in Cleveland Heights, Ohio.
LONDON, Nov. 10 (UPI) -- Next week's Queen's Speech to be read in British parliament will suggest same-sex couples be given the same rights as married couples, a report said Monday.
