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Thousands of people prepared to descend on Paris on Sunday (Oct 6) to protest a government plan to let single women and lesbians become pregnant with fertility treatments, the first major social reform since France legalised gay marriage in 2013. IVF treatment is currently only available to heterosexual couples in France. (Photo: AFP/Josep Lago) Organisers say they are hoping 100,000 will turn out against a law heading to the Senate this month, after it was approved by the lower house of parliament in September. President Emmanuel Macron pledged during his 2017 election campaign to push the law despite deep resistance among right-wing opponents as well as conservative Roman Catholics and other religious groups. They had mobilised massively in 2012 and 2013 against a move by Macron's Socialist predecessor Francois Hollande to legalise marriage for homosexual couples, with one Paris protest attracting 340,000 people according to police. But that law did not allow lesbian … [Read more...] about French to protest pro IVF law for single women, lesbians

Romance, culture, beautiful beaches and plenty of pow-filled adventure all feature on our pick of the best luxury destinations to visit in February. Whether you’re up for the long-haul or prefer something closer to home our inspiring guide is sure to help shape your travel to do list. Chengdu, South China Best for: culture Since being chosen to feature on the iconic WWF logo over 50 years ago, the giant panda has become synonymous with the animal conservation movement and there is no better place for animal lovers to learn about crucial giant panda conservation work than at the Chengdu Panda Base, located in China’s Sichuan province. Following its foundation by the Chinese government in 1987, the centre has become a global reference point for the conservation of endangered species and you can gain an in-depth understanding of the cutting-edge scientific research being carried out here by visiting the centre’s very own museum experience. The centre also doubles as one … [Read more...] about Best Luxury Holiday Destinations in February 2020 –

By James Jayasundera on Oct 15, 2019 in Asia, Attractions, Going Out, India, Regions India is one of the most amazing places on the planet. Rich in culture and geographically diverse, people flock to India, from all around the world, every year in search of some of the world’s greatest wonders. It holds the 2nd biggest population, not that one would doubt it by walking through the fantastically wonderful and bizarre streets of Delhi. The seventh largest country by area, there is so much across India to explore and experience. Whether you’re on a gap year backpacking, looking for an active adventure or on a luxury vacation, India has a life-affirming experience for everyone. So, here are just some of the incredible things India has to offer: Tiger tracking in Ranthambore Go in search of the elegant Bengal Tiger in Rajasthan’s Ranthambore National Park, an area of incredible natural beauty. Witness these majestic creatures in their natural habitat and get up close and … [Read more...] about 37 things to do in India