Billy and Elliot (Melbourne Zoo) In absolutely adorable animal news, a gay swan couple at a zoo has been given 3D-printed eggs to raise after they built a beautiful nest together. The two male black swans – named Billy and Elliot – live at the Melbourne Zoo together after being rescued follow a dog attack.
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Drag Race Thailand star Bandit has passed away (World of Wonder/Screenshot via YouTube) Tributes have poured in for Drag Race Thailand season two star Bandit Janthawanm, known by the stage name Bandit, who has died aged 38. A fashion designer, Bandit placed fourth on the second series of Drag Race Thailand in 2019 and notably
Tommy Dorfman is at the centre of viral TikTok (Cindy Ord/WireImage) Tommy Dorfman is at the centre of a viral TikTok after she called out a Delta airlines employee for allegedly misgendering her. The trans actor, who played Ryan Shaver in Netflix hit 13 Reasons Why and came out in 2021, posted the 30 second-long
A nativity scene featuring two mothers has caused controversy (Reuters via YouTube) A nativity scene at a church in Italy has been heavily criticised for displaying Jesus as having two mothers, opposed to the traditional Mary and Joseph set up. Father Vitaliano Della Sala – of the Church of Saints Peter and Paul in Capocastello
A Florida Republican is seeking to ban Pride flags (Canva) A Republican lawmaker in Florida has introduced legislation to ban Pride and ‘political’ flags from local and state government buildings. David Borrero, who represents Northwestern Miami-Dade County, filed the House Bill 901 – also called the ‘Display of Flags by Governmental Entities’ bill. If passed,
LGBTQ+ representation in video games has been a long and complicated process, but gamers saw some improvements in 2023. Queer inclusion in video games comes in a sensational variety of forms, from indie faves focusing on our stories, to surprising representation in big-name titles. However, it can still feel like a quest to find authentic
State legislators in the US have spawned so many anti-LGBTQ+ bills in the past 12 months that it’s easy to lose track. The current, most reliable number reported by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) is 508 bills. However, the independently researched trans legislation tracker puts the number at 589, across 49 states. By comparison,
A man who believes gaming publisher Rockstar stole his likeness in the Grand Theft Auto VI trailer has announced his intention to sue. Lawrence Sullivan, better known as the ‘Florida Joker’ posted a viral TikTok clip in which he called out Rockstar for what he believes to be the use of his likeness. During the
Over the last year, anti-immigration rhetoric has plumbed new depths in the UK and across the world. From endless debate about the government’s Rwanda plan to harmful commentary about migrants in the media, 2023 has been a painful year for the many people who travel to the UK in search of safety and security. But
Ncuti Gatwa: knows many gay men like the Doctor. (James Pardon/Bad Wolf/BBC Studios) Doctor Who star Ncuti Gatwa has said he knows “many” gay men who are reminiscent of the Doctor and that “chosen family” is the reason LGBTQ+ people connect so much with the show. Gatwa will take over as the 15th Doctor during the
A person’s journey through their gender-identity is as unique as the person going through it. In this episode of Ask the Aunties, our fabulous queer agony aunts answer give advice to a person wondering if anyone could be too young to realise if they are trans or non-binary. Queer agony aunts Lee Gray and Karnage
Some of our greatest LGBTQ+ celebs, change-makers and allies died in 2023 – people such as singer Tina Turner, adult-actor Sophie Anderson, and TV legend Paul O’Grady. But they left behind fantastic legacies, filled with moving music, creativity, joyous laughter and lasting memories for the LGBTQ+ community. As another year draws to a close, we
Lovehoney launches its Christmas sale with 50 percent off toys, lingerie and more. Lovehoney has announced details of its December and January sale – and there’s some pretty big discounts. The sexual wellness brand only wrapped up its Black Friday and Cyber Monday sale a few weeks ago, but they’re getting ready to launch another.
Rachel McAdams has addressed her absence from Mean Girls ad reunion. (Getty) The OG Mean Girls cast gagged fans back in November when they reprised their iconic ’00s roles for a series of Walmart ads – but there was one noticeable face missing. The hit Black Friday ad campaign – which led to calls for
US senator ‘disappointed’ in gay staffer who allegedly had sex in Capitol hearing room (Drew Angerer/Getty Images) A US senator has expressed his anger and disappointment at a gay former staffer who allegedly recorded himself having sex in a Capitol Hill hearing room. Maryland Democrat Ben Cardin said the incident – a leaked video of
A Colorado Supreme Court ruling, taking Donald Trump off the state’s primary ballot, could spell trouble for the disgraced politician’s 2024 presidential bid. (Getty) In a historic move, the Colorado Supreme Court has barred Donald Trump from running in the state’s presidential primary, raising major questions around the disgraced politician’s chances of winning back the
Two teenagers have been found guilty of murdering trans teen Brianna Ghey. The jury of seven men and five women at Manchester Crown Court unanimously convicted the two teens of killing 16-year-old Ghey in February 2023, after deliberating for four hours and 40 minutes. Ghey was stabbed 28 times in back, head and neck in
Acclaimed author and Polari Prize winner Julia Armfield has spoken to PinkNews about LGBTQ+ censorship, sapphic yearning and her award-winning novel, Our Wives Under the Sea. Armfield was named joint winner of the LGBTQ+ literary Polari Prize alongside Jon Ransom, who was honoured for his novel The Whale Tattoo. The annual awards ceremony celebrates the
The UK government’s trans guidance for schools has been published (Scott Barbour/Getty Images) LGBTQ+ charities in the UK have responded to the government’s draft guidance for trans schoolchildren, describing the proposals as “chilling” and “actively dangerous”. Charities including Stonewall, Galop, and Mermaids have spoken out about the draft guidance, which could see teachers allowed to
Gay footballer Josh Cavallo sends message to homophobes who send him death threats (Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images) Gay footballer Josh Cavallo has issued a passionate message to homophobes who sent him death threats, and told social media platforms to “do better”. The 24-year-old Australian defender, who came out in 2021 and has since campaigned for better
Tia Kofi is coming to Hollyoaks. (Getty) Drag Race UK star Tia Kofi is moving from RuPaul’s runway to a famous little village in Chester after landing a role in E4’s Hollyoaks. We know Tia can dance, sing, and generally slay the house down, but now it’s time for her to put her acting chops
Oregon’s Department of Corrections could face sanctions over the treatment of a trans woman by male prison staff. (Caroline Martins/ Pexels) A trans woman has accused the staff at an Oregon prison of violating a court order by allegedly allowing male guards to see her nude and perform a body-cavity search on her. Zera Lola
Why people are talking about Miss France and her ‘woke’ pixie cut (Arnaud Finistre/AFP via Getty Images) Newly-crowned Miss France has been defended by viewers, politicians and activists after claims that her short hairstyle is “woke”. Eve Gilles, reportedly the first contestant with short hair to claim the crown in Miss France’s over 100-year history,
Madonna playfully called out Andy Cohen for being a “troublemaker queen”. (Getty/Twitter/@MadonnaUltimate) Madonna told off Watch What Happens Live! host Andy Cohen when she spotted him in the front row at her gig in New York The Queen of Pop, who is currently on the North American leg of her Celebration Tour, paused her third
Layton Williams has addressed his final Strictly result. (BBC) Layton Williams has addressed the final result of his Strictly Come Dancing journey, after placing second in the BBC dance contest. The Bad Education star and his dance partner Nikita Kuzmin became the second same-sex couple in Strictly history to make it to the final –
Elon Musk claimed people in industrialised countries like Italy should have more children or risk losing their “culture”. (Getty) Elon Musk claimed people should have more babies to ensure their “culture” doesn’t “disappear” before raging about a “woke” virus at a right-wing event in Italy. The billionaire attended the Atreju festival, which was hosted by
A group of LGBTQ+ women were attacked by men on the streets of Miami, Florida. One of the victims said the men shouted homophobic slurs at the group before becoming violent. (YouTube/NBC News) At least two LGBTQ+ women, including a lesbian and trans woman, were horrifically attacked and beaten by a group of men in
Many social media users praised a stranger who masterfully brushed aside an unnecessary hypothetical choice between LGBTQ+ rights and economic stability in a video by conservative TikToker shaneyyricchh. (TikTok/@shaneyyricchh) A conservative Christian TikToker was absolutely schooled after he tried to get a random stranger to answer a ‘gotcha’ question about LGBTQ+ rights in a now viral
Layton Williams has won Strictly fans and judges over with his immense dancing talents, bubbly personality and stellar performances. (BBC/Strictly Come Dancing) Layton Williams has been an absolute wonder on Strictly Come Dancing as he’s fought to be half of the BBC ballroom contest’s first winning same-sex duo. After weeks of competition and training, Williams will join
Edvin Ryding as Prince Wilhelm (left) and Omar Rudberg as Simon in Young Royals. (Netflix) The highly-anticipated third and final season of Netflix’s popular gay Swedish drama, Young Royals, returns to screens next year. The Netflix original series – created by Swedish showrunner Lisa Ambjörn – and starring Edvin Ryding and Omar Rudberg will tell
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