Despite the fact that the majority of Australians are in favour of gay marriage, Prime Minister Tony Abbott has repeatedly ignored the opinions of the electorate. And while a bill on the topic has been introduced, it is unlikely to be debated. How long can this issue be dodged?

Young Brazilians who identify with traditional religious, societal and family values have become more vocal in recent years, expressing their views on everything from politics to drugs to sexuality both online and offline. But who are these new conservatives, and what’s driving their beliefs?

Despite living in a time of sexual liberation – 61% of couples use contraceptives globally – the mere mention of masturbation is still enough to make many squirm. In its latest campaign, Durex continues to turn the enjoyment of sex – not just safe sex, but kinky sex – as a taboo topic on its head.

‘No sex please, we’re Japanese!’ Sensational headlines suggest that Japan’s sexual appetite is waning; half the population aren’t having sex. But as a country that boasts more sex establishments than there are McDonald’s outlets in America – with 1.4 million couples visiting them daily – is this lack of libido a myth?