There was a small turnout at Hetero Awesome Fest in Boise, Idaho News 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. By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Mexico 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 By Graham Robson • 2 min read
North America 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 By Graham Robson • 1 min read
News 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 By Graham Robson • 1 min read
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 By Graham Robson • 2 min read
News 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 By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community Corner 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 By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Sport 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. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
News Jonathan Bailey ‘so proud’ to support UK-wide LGBTQ+ inclusion in schools: 'It would have made such a difference’ Actor Jonathan Bailey has said he is “proud” to support School Diversity Week, the UK-wide celebration of LGBTQ+ equality in schools, organised by LGBTQ+ young people's charity Just Like Us. School Diversity Week, the UK-wide celebration of LGBTQ+ equality, takes place every June in schools across the UK. By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Culture 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 By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community Corner Masc and Mellow: peer-led space for trans masc and non-binary people to launch at London LGBTQ+ Community Centre Masc and Mellow, a gentle, peer-led space for trans masc and non-binary people to connect, rest, and feel less alone in 2025, is to launch at London LGBTQ+ Community Centre at 3pm on Saturday, 19 July. Are you seeking a calm and welcoming community where you can be yourself?Masc By Graham Robson • 2 min read
News Channels Islands Pride celebrates 10 years A vibrant crowd gathered in Jersey to mark the 10th anniversary of Channel Islands Pride, with thousands turning out in support of the LGBTQ+ community. The streets of St Helier came alive with colour as attendees donned bright outfits and creative costumes to celebrate love, diversity, and inclusion. The Pride By Graham Robson • 1 min read
