LGBTQ+ activists gather in Mexico City to create “world’s largest human LGBTQ+ flag”
In a vibrant celebration of Pride, over 5,000 LGBTQ+ activists gathered in Mexico City’s Zócalo (the main square in central Mexico City) to create the “world’s largest human LGBTQ+ flag”. Despite the rain, participants used colourful umbrellas to form a striking display that covered the historic Plaza
One of the world’s busiest airports could become first to house gay bar
One of the world’s busiest airports, Chicago O’Hare International Airport, could become the first to house a gay bar. As part of a major renovation of Terminal 1, airport officials invited bids for new concession spaces. Among the submissions is a standout proposal: a bar branded with the
Trans Women Welcome! Campaign launches to encourage venues to show they support trans women
Homotopia Arts, the LGBTQ+ arts and cultural festival which takes place in Liverpool each November, has collaborated with artist Sophie Green, whose work covers queer themes, on a campaign to encourage venues, businesses and arts spaces to show they support trans women. Sophie has created a bespoke A3 print thatLatest Articles
Musician disrupts sparsely attended “Straight Pride” event with pro-trans performance
A flop “straight pride” event in Boise, Idaho, was unexpectedly interrupted when a local musician used his stage time to deliver a powerful message in support of trans youth. The event, called the 'Hetero Awesome Festival', took place 20-21 June and was organised by bar owner Mark Fitzpatrick.
LGBTQ+ activists gather in Mexico City to create “world’s largest human LGBTQ+ flag”
In a vibrant celebration of Pride, over 5,000 LGBTQ+ activists gathered in Mexico City’s Zócalo (the main square in central Mexico City) to create the “world’s largest human LGBTQ+ flag”. Despite the rain, participants used colourful umbrellas to form a striking display that covered the historic Plaza
One of the world’s busiest airports could become first to house gay bar
One of the world’s busiest airports, Chicago O’Hare International Airport, could become the first to house a gay bar. As part of a major renovation of Terminal 1, airport officials invited bids for new concession spaces. Among the submissions is a standout proposal: a bar branded with the
Trans Women Welcome! Campaign launches to encourage venues to show they support trans women
Homotopia Arts, the LGBTQ+ arts and cultural festival which takes place in Liverpool each November, has collaborated with artist Sophie Green, whose work covers queer themes, on a campaign to encourage venues, businesses and arts spaces to show they support trans women. Sophie has created a bespoke A3 print that
Aussie soap Neighbours unleashes first gay love triangle - and it’s juicier than a Ramsay Street BBQ
Iconic Australian soap opera Neighbours has made headlines once again - this time by introducing its first-ever gay love triangle, a bold move that has thrilled fans and marked a new milestone in LGBTQ+ representation on Aussie television. Long celebrated for its dramatic romances and tight-knit community dynamics on Ramsay
Council in Warwickshire takes firm stand in support of local trans community
Kenilworth Town Council in Warwickshire has taken a firm stand in support of the trans community in the town and across the county, passing a motion that celebrates their contributions and calls for stronger protections amid a challenging national climate and attacks from both sides of the political spectrum. The
Out To Swim completes swim of the English Channel
After months of dedicated training, members of LGBTQ+ swimming group Out to Swim completed a successful English Channel relay on Saturday, 21 June - the summer solstice. The swim had originally been scheduled for the following week, but with perfect weather conditions and after extensive cold-water training, the team was
Out For Sport, London’s LGBTQ+ sports festival, to return on 29 June
Out For Sport, London’s LGBTQ+ sports festival, is to return for its second consecutive year at Crystal Palace National Sports Centre from 10.30am on Sunday, 29 June. Taking place at one of London’s most iconic sporting destinations, the Festival aims to break down barriers to sports participation.Culture
Aussie soap Neighbours unleashes first gay love triangle - and it’s juicier than a Ramsay Street BBQ
Iconic Australian soap opera Neighbours has made headlines once again - this time by introducing its first-ever gay love triangle, a bold move that has thrilled fans and marked a new milestone in LGBTQ+ representation on Aussie television. Long celebrated for its dramatic romances and tight-knit community dynamics on Ramsay
Music duo releases LGBTQ+ anthem on 56th anniversary of the Stonewall riots
Sonic Panda, a Sino-Spanish band composed of Spanish artist Pere Ibañez and Chinese Seni Ren, has released new LGBTQ+ anthem on the 56th anniversary of the Stonewall riots. Stonewall 1969 is a track narrating the events that happened in Stonewall Inn in June 1969; where spontaneous riots and demonstrations from
Ultimate LGBTQ+ ally Jade Thirlwall expresses heartfelt thanks to LGBTQ+ fans
Jade Thirlwall expressed heartfelt thanks to her LGBTQ+ fans when she picked up the Celebrity Ally of the Year Award at this year’s British LGBT Awards in London on Friday night. The star, who goes by mononym JADE, is known for her unwavering support of LGBTQ+ rights, and has
MAXXIE LaWOW: Drag Super-Shero: a heartfelt LGBTQ drama-musical blending romance, thrills and self-discovery
Maxxie LaWow: Drag Super-Shero, a vibrant, high-energy animated comedy that celebrates queer joy, drag culture, and the power of self-expression, is to be released on digital platforms. The film features a star-studded voice cast including Grant Hodges, Erika Ishii, Terren Wooten Clarke, Laraine Newman, Jeffrey Bowyer-Chapman, Michael-Leon Wooley, Michelle C.Europe
Beats in the Underground: How Berlin is Using Techno and Art to Reclaim its U-Bahn Stations
Berlin is turning to techno and art to make its U-Bahn stations safer — not with more police, but with beats, art and light. It’s a bold, very Berlin move, rooted in the city’s queer spirit and belief that culture can build community where fear once lingered.
Ireland’s Minister for Equality marks Pride Month with launch of “ambitious” 'National LGBTIQ+ Inclusion Strategy'
Ireland’s Minister for Equality, Norma Foley, has marked Pride Month with launch of an “ambitious” National LGBTIQ+ Inclusion Strategy, which sets out the vision for “A safe, fair and inclusive Ireland where people are supported to live inclusive, healthy and fulfilling lives”. The launch follows on the heels of
'Our visibility can no longer be ignored.' Thousands fill the streets for 20th Bucharest Pride
Around 30,000 people filled the streets of Bucharest on Saturday, waving rainbow flags and chanting messages of solidarity and inclusion in Romania’s largest LGBTQ+ Pride march to date. Organisers say it marks the biggest turnout since the event began 20 years ago. The first Pride in Bucharest took
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LGBTQ+ activists gather in Mexico City to create “world’s largest human LGBTQ+ flag”
In a vibrant celebration of Pride, over 5,000 LGBTQ+ activists gathered in Mexico City’s Zócalo (the main square in central Mexico City) to create the “world’s largest human LGBTQ+ flag”. Despite the rain, participants used colourful umbrellas to form a striking display that covered the historic Plaza
One of the world’s busiest airports could become first to house gay bar
One of the world’s busiest airports, Chicago O’Hare International Airport, could become the first to house a gay bar. As part of a major renovation of Terminal 1, airport officials invited bids for new concession spaces. Among the submissions is a standout proposal: a bar branded with the
Youtube travel series Queer Across America explores queer areas in each state
Celebrate the queer community with Queer Across America– a YouTube travel series exploring queer areas in each state. "Whether it’s a gay rodeo in Arizona, the oldest active drag queen in Oregon, a trans pilgrimage in Nebraska, Pride in New York, or an LGBTQ+ church in Salem--there’s
Trump administration to close national LGBTQ+ youth suicide helpline on 17 July
The Trump administration has announced it will discontinue the United States’ national LGBTQ youth suicide helpline on 17 July. The decision, made by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), will end the “Press 3” feature, which connected LGBTQ+ individuals under 25 with trained crisis counsellors. SAMHSA statedPolitics
Labour MP urges stronger sentences for those committing hate-motivated violence
Labour MP Jacob Collier has called for tougher penalties for violent crimes motivated by hatred of a person’s sexuality, gender identity or disability, describing the move as a “vital step forward” in protecting marginalised communities. Speaking during a debate on the Government’s Crime and Policing Bill, Collier urged
Speak Up For Trans Rights: Stonewall encourages people to respond to EHRC consultation
During Pride season, LGBTQ+ rights charity Stonewall has released a new ‘explainer’ to support individuals responding to the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) consultation on its draft Code of Practice for services, public functions and associations. The Code was updated following the Supreme Court ruling on 16 April. The
Gender-critical Green Party councillor booted from party
Dr Pallavi Devulapalli, a West Norfolk councillor and former Green Party parliamentary candidate, has been expelled from the party following a nine-month investigation into comments she made about trans issues during a 2024 election hustings. Dr Devulapalli, who was the party’s national health spokesperson at the time, expressed support
Labour to formally declare “trans women are men” and ban trans women from all-women shortlists
The Labour Party, led by Sir Keir Starmer, is set to formally declare that “trans women are men” and ban trans women from all-women shortlists in the wake of the Supreme Court‘s anti-trans gender ruling, which will affect the lives of trans people up and down the country. Stats For Lefties, which puNews
Musician disrupts sparsely attended “Straight Pride” event with pro-trans performance
A flop “straight pride” event in Boise, Idaho, was unexpectedly interrupted when a local musician used his stage time to deliver a powerful message in support of trans youth. The event, called the 'Hetero Awesome Festival', took place 20-21 June and was organised by bar owner Mark Fitzpatrick.
LGBTQ+ activists gather in Mexico City to create “world’s largest human LGBTQ+ flag”
In a vibrant celebration of Pride, over 5,000 LGBTQ+ activists gathered in Mexico City’s Zócalo (the main square in central Mexico City) to create the “world’s largest human LGBTQ+ flag”. Despite the rain, participants used colourful umbrellas to form a striking display that covered the historic Plaza
One of the world’s busiest airports could become first to house gay bar
One of the world’s busiest airports, Chicago O’Hare International Airport, could become the first to house a gay bar. As part of a major renovation of Terminal 1, airport officials invited bids for new concession spaces. Among the submissions is a standout proposal: a bar branded with the
Trans Women Welcome! Campaign launches to encourage venues to show they support trans women
Homotopia Arts, the LGBTQ+ arts and cultural festival which takes place in Liverpool each November, has collaborated with artist Sophie Green, whose work covers queer themes, on a campaign to encourage venues, businesses and arts spaces to show they support trans women. Sophie has created a bespoke A3 print thatLatest Articles
Musician disrupts sparsely attended “Straight Pride” event with pro-trans performance
A flop “straight pride” event in Boise, Idaho, was unexpectedly interrupted when a local musician used his stage time to deliver a powerful message in support of trans youth. The event, called the 'Hetero Awesome Festival', took place 20-21 June and was organised by bar owner Mark Fitzpatrick.
LGBTQ+ activists gather in Mexico City to create “world’s largest human LGBTQ+ flag”
In a vibrant celebration of Pride, over 5,000 LGBTQ+ activists gathered in Mexico City’s Zócalo (the main square in central Mexico City) to create the “world’s largest human LGBTQ+ flag”. Despite the rain, participants used colourful umbrellas to form a striking display that covered the historic Plaza
One of the world’s busiest airports could become first to house gay bar
One of the world’s busiest airports, Chicago O’Hare International Airport, could become the first to house a gay bar. As part of a major renovation of Terminal 1, airport officials invited bids for new concession spaces. Among the submissions is a standout proposal: a bar branded with the
Trans Women Welcome! Campaign launches to encourage venues to show they support trans women
Homotopia Arts, the LGBTQ+ arts and cultural festival which takes place in Liverpool each November, has collaborated with artist Sophie Green, whose work covers queer themes, on a campaign to encourage venues, businesses and arts spaces to show they support trans women. Sophie has created a bespoke A3 print that
Aussie soap Neighbours unleashes first gay love triangle - and it’s juicier than a Ramsay Street BBQ
Iconic Australian soap opera Neighbours has made headlines once again - this time by introducing its first-ever gay love triangle, a bold move that has thrilled fans and marked a new milestone in LGBTQ+ representation on Aussie television. Long celebrated for its dramatic romances and tight-knit community dynamics on Ramsay
Council in Warwickshire takes firm stand in support of local trans community
Kenilworth Town Council in Warwickshire has taken a firm stand in support of the trans community in the town and across the county, passing a motion that celebrates their contributions and calls for stronger protections amid a challenging national climate and attacks from both sides of the political spectrum. The
Out To Swim completes swim of the English Channel
After months of dedicated training, members of LGBTQ+ swimming group Out to Swim completed a successful English Channel relay on Saturday, 21 June - the summer solstice. The swim had originally been scheduled for the following week, but with perfect weather conditions and after extensive cold-water training, the team was
