Thailand's Controversial Same-Sex Marriage Law Takes Effect

Thailand ushers in a contentious era this Thursday, becoming the first significant country in Asia to legalize same-sex marriage. Despite protests from conservative factions, this decision allows hundreds of LGBTQ couples to marry, a move viewed by some as undermining traditional family values. The law stands as a divisive milestone, with opposition warning it may herald further moral degradation in Asian societies traditionally anchored by heterosexual unions.