Taipei

In Taiwan, even men they have dual nationality, they have to serve in the military. And if they don’t, they risk jail time. Dean Huang knew he would never see his family again if he didn’t go back home to serve.

There’s some opposition, including from a Massachusetts anti-gay organization. But supporters in Taiwan say they have the endorsement of a bipartisan group of almost half of parliament. And marriage equality has the backing of President Tsai Ing-wen, who campaigned on the issue.

People are wearing parkas inside to deal with frigid temps after a cold snap hit Taiwan. Dozens have died. It’s a once in a generation cold front passing through the island.

Whoever leads Taiwan presides over a simmering feud that, if ignited, would suck the US into a very nasty conflict. Enter the newly elected Tsai Ing-wen.