Sport Trans pool champion to take sport’s governing body to court after she was banned from playing in women’s tournaments Harriet Haynes, a trans pool champion, who is amongst the top 10 best players in the women’s competition, is taking legal action against the English Blackball Pool Federation (EBPF) after she was banned from playing in women’s tournaments. Ms Haynes, who was left stunned by the surprise decision, sa By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Sport World Rugby and International Gay Rugby sign “historic agreement” to collaborate on the continued promotion of equality and inclusivity in rugby World Rugby and International Gay Rugby (IGR) have signed an “historic agreement” to collaborate on the continued promotion of equality and inclusivity in rugby. The agreement, signed at World Rugby House in Dublin this week, outlines a commitment between the two organisations to work together to ed By Graham Robson • 2 min read
News Brighton Winter Fayre, which launched yesterday, will be closed this weekend due to high winds and adverse weather conditions Brighton Winter Fayre, which launched yesterday, will be closed this weekend due to high winds and adverse weather conditions. The launch event brought together the Mayor of Brighton & Hove, local councillors, residents and visitors alike for festive entertainment, creative workshops, and seasonal c By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Emma Dumont Featuring: Emma Dumont When: 06 Dec 2024 **Only for use in conjunction with supplied article** LGBTQ+ News Nick Dumont, star of Oppenheimer, comes out as trans masculine and non-binary Nick Dumont, star of Oppenheimer, has come out as trans masculine and non-binary on Instagram. In a post, Dumont shared their new pronouns, they/them. While they will continue using the name Emma Dumont for their professional work, they will be called Nick among friends and family. The Oppenheimer s By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Television Danny Will Die Alone, which takes us on a raw and hilarious journey through the chaotic world of gay dating in New York City, to premiere on OUTflix OUTflix will be kicking off the new year with exciting new programming, including the premiere Danny Will Die Alone, which takes us on a raw and hilarious journey through the chaotic world of gay dating in New York City. Follow one man’s desperate, app-fuelled search for love in this unfiltered nine By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Transgender News Trans Secret Santa UK launches 2024 campaign to bring cheer to trans youth across the UK Trans Secret Santa UK has kicked off its 2024 Christmas gifting campaign to raise funds to deliver festive gift parcels to trans youth across the UK. Building on the success of last year’s initiative which saw almost 700 gift packages distributed, this year’s campaign aims to reach even more young t By Graham Robson • 2 min read
LGBTQ+ News Man convicted of the murder of Kenyan LGBTQ+ activist Edwin Chiloba A man has been convicted of the murder of Kenyan LGBTQ+ activist and university student Edwin Chiloba, whose body was discovered nearly two years ago. The Kenyan court ruled that that photographer Jacktone Odhiambo, who was living with Chiloba, had killed him. The evidence also indicated that the su By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Sport Trans golfer Hailey Davidson banned from competing on leading women’s golf tours Trans women who have gone through male puberty will not be allowed to compete on leading women’s golf tours from next year, the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) has announced. Updated rules on gender policy will also apply to United States Golf Association (USGA) events including the US W By Graham Robson • 1 min read
LGBTQ+ News “Qatar is anti-gay. SHAME!” Peter Tatchell Foundation stages peaceful protest against State Visit to Britain by the Emir of Qatar The Peter Tatchell Foundation staged a peaceful protest on Tuesday, December 3 against the State Visit to Britain by the Emir of Qatar, citing the Gulf nation’s appalling abuse of the human rights of women, LGBTs and migrant workers. Thirty protestors chanted “Qatar is anti-gay. SHAME!,” as King Cha By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Community News Allsorts Youth Project launches 12 days of Allsorts campaign to support vulnerable LGBTQ+ young people this festive season Want to share a message of support to vulnerable LGBTQ+ young people across Sussex and help Allsorts continue its mission to empower LGBTQ+ young people? Join the 12 days of Allsorts campaign today! According to the LGBTQ+ youth charity, this time of year can be incredibly isolating for LGBTQ+ youn By Graham Robson • 1 min read
LGBTQ+ News The closure of Chelmsford’s only LGBTQ+ bar will be “heartbreaking” for customers, especially those from the trans community The closure of Bar Plus in Chelmsford – the city’s only LGBTQ+ bar – will be “heartbreaking” for customers, especially those from the trans community, its owner said. The LGBTQ+ venue opened during Essex Pride earlier in 2024, but founder Kirsty Hebden-Lambird said a dispute with the bar’s landlord By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Transgender News “You can knock us down, but we’re going to get right back up.” Students and teachers at school in Halifax, Canada react after trans flag is torn down Students and teachers at a school in Halifax, Canada have reacted after a trans flag was torn down during Trans Awareness Week. The incident is particularly upsetting for the school, which flies the trans flag at its doorstep as a show of support to the trans community, as it was the second year in By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Film Acclaimed queer documentary ‘Studio One Forever’ to be available to buy and rent on digital platforms from January Following its theatrical run in October, acclaimed documentary, Studio One Forever, will be available to buy and rent on digital platforms from 6 January 2025. From 1974 to 1994, Studio One and its adjoining live music venue, The Backlot, became symbols of hope and community for gay men during tumul By Graham Robson • 1 min read
LGBTQ+ News Head of Scottish LGBTQ+ rights charity says “it is no surprise” that one in four LGBTQ+ Scots faced discrimination in 2023 The head of a Scottish LGBTQ+ rights charity has said “it is no surprise” that one in four LGBTQ+ Scots faced discrimination in 2023 A new poll published by the Scottish Government has found that almost one in four (23%) LGBTQ+ respondents experienced discrimination in 2023, while roughly one in sev By Graham Robson • 1 min read
The Village People, group portrait, New York, 1978. (Photo by Michael Putland/Getty Images) LGBTQ+ News Y.M.C.A. songwriter, and Village People member, denies song is a gay anthem and defends Trump’s use of the camp disco classic Victor Willis, one of the songwriters of Village People’s camp disco hit Y.M.C.A. has defended president-elect Donald Trump’s use of the song while campaigning in the US presidential elections, and has firmly denied the song is a gay anthem. Willis, who acknowlegded he was to earn “several million d By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Sport Footballer Marc Guehi, who has “grown up loving God”, could be punished after writing ‘I love Jesus’ on rainbow armband, worn to mark Rainbow Laces Devout Christian footballer Marc Guehi, who has “grown up loving God”, could face an English Football Association (FA) charge after writing ‘I love Jesus’ on his rainbow armband, worn by players across football to mark Stonewall‘s Rainbow Laces campaign. The defender opted to scribble to three-word By Graham Robson • 1 min read
LGBTQ+ News “Qatar is a homophobic, sexist dictatorship.” Peter Tatchell Foundation to lead peaceful protest against State Visit of leader of Qatar On Tuesday, December 3 from 10.30am, the Peter Tatchell Foundation will lead a peaceful protest against the State Visit of the leader of Qatar, outside Buckingham Palace as he arrives in the State Coach. Pliny Soocoormanee, Executive Officer of Peter Tatchell Foundation, said: “Qatar is a homophobic By Graham Robson • 1 min read
LGBTQ+ News “Change is more than possible; it’s needed.” Alex Consani becomes first trans woman to win Model of the Year at British Fashion Council’s 2024 Fashion Awards Model Alex Consani has made history by becoming the first trans woman to win Model of the Year at the British Fashion Council’s 2024 Fashion Awards. “I’m the first trans woman to win this award!” she exclaimed in her speech. “But I can’t accept this award without thanking those who came before me, s By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community News “Rugby realness with a side of sass.” Brighton & Hove Sea Serpents Rugby Club launches 2025 calendar Brighton & Hove Sea Serpents, the Brighton-based gay and inclusive rugby club, has launched its 2025 calendar, which serves rugby realness with a side of sass. Packed with heart, hustle and a whole lot of Pride, this calendar shows off the club’s fierce players like never before. Featuring Stunning By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community News Brighton loneliness charity to hold Winter Warmer celebration for Brighton’s lonely and isolated this Christmas Intergenerational friendships will be celebrated at a Brighton & Hove charity’s Winter Warmer for people who might otherwise be spending the festive season alone. By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Transgender News Trans activists stage ‘die-in’ at Victoria Station to protest government’s ban on puberty blockers A group of trans activists staged a die-in at Victoria Station last week, protesting the UK government’s decision to extend its ban puberty blockers till December 31. Members of Trans Kids Deserve Better, the organisation which went viral in October after releasing insects at anti-trans organisation By Graham Robson • 1 min read
2H3017A London, UK. An activist holds a sign at a protest against Ghana’s far-reaching anti-gay law being debated in the country’s parliament. International News Ghanaian presidential candidate pledges to sign “anti-witchcraft and LGBTQ+ bills” into law if he becomes President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has pledged to sign “anti-witchcraft and LGBTQ+” into law if he is successful in becoming President of the African country, Dr Bawumia, the leader of the “New Patriotic Party”, was speaking to congregants at the Believers Worship Centre on Sunday, December 1. Dr Bawumia said at t By Graham Robson • 1 min read
White Horses Hotel Rottingdean Everly Hotels Collection Features & Longread THE WHITE HORSES: A hidden gem nestled on the south coast in Rottingdean The White Horses, Rottingdean, a hotel, bar and restaurant is just a stone’s throw from the bright lights and night life of Brighton, but far enough to feel yourself truly relax and unwind. Rottingdean is a charming, picturesque village nestled on the south coast and The White Horses is the new jewe By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Interviews CHRISTMAS CRACKER: We speak to Andy Gardiner, December cover star and winner of this year’s Mr Gay Great Britain In 2024, Andy Gardiner won Mr Gay Great Britain and has been been working solidly alongside two charities, the Charlie & Carter Foundation and Pride Action North, for which he has raised £6,500, while also campaigning for mental health awareness throughout his journey. Since winning the coveted titl By Graham Robson • 5 min read
