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Before U..S, gay marriage accepted in parts of world

By GREGORY KATZ

Associated Press

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LONDON – The U.S. Supreme Court’s refusal this month to review rulings that overturned bans on same-sex marriage marked a milestone in gay rights in the United States. Around the world, many countries have come to accept such unions as part of the tapestry of everyday life. But there are still pockets of resistance. Here is a look at some countries that have made same-sex marriage common practice:


BRITAIN WAITS, ACCEPTS: