Pinksixty News TUESDAY 25 OCTOBER 2011
Channel: Colin Fallesen
Date: 25/10/2011

The leading light of Russia's gay movement, Nikolay Alekseyev, in a shock move, has stepped down from his position with Moscow Pride and website Gay Russia. He didn't give a reason for his departure, but it is reported to be due to personal lifestyle changes.

In a surprising u-turn on his previous position, the Prime Minister of Zimbabwe has said gay rights should be protected under a new constitution, currently being drafted. He said that gay rights were a "human right" that should respected.

A new poll conducted in Hawaii has revealed almost 50% of the electorate are in favour of gay marriage. When asked about a general legal recognition of gay relationships, 77% were supportive.

Police are investigating a homophobic motive for the murder of a 25 year old man in Scotland at the weekend. Stuart Walker's body was found beaten and burned in a ditch at 5am on Saturday. Forensics are also attempting to confirm whether he had been sexually assaulted before being killed.

And finally, British supermarket chain, Tesco have been announced as a Gold Sponsor of World Pride 2012 by the London Pride committee. Tesco is the third largest retailer in the world and joins Smirnoff as a top tier supporter.