Sport UK cities miss out on hosting Gay Games 2030 Liverpool and London have missed out on the opportunity to host the Gay Games 2030, a sporting and cultural event which sees up to 10,000 LGBTQ+ participants and allies come together to celebrate Pride in sports. Built upon the principles of participation, inclusion, and personal best since 1982, th By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Film Karla Sofía Gascón dedicates Emilia Pérez’s Golden Globes win to trans community Trans thriller Emilia Pérez, which is centred around four remarkable women pursuing their individual happiness in Mexico, won top honours at the Golden Globes 2025 on Sunday, January 5. The film earned the most awards on the night with four but truly had its crowning moment at the end of the night w By Graham Robson • 1 min read
LGBTQ+ News The Vivienne, star of RuPaul’s Drag Race, has died aged 32 The Vivienne, star of RuPaul’s Drag Race, has died aged 32 it has been announced. Publicist Simon Jones confirmed the sad news of their death via Instagram , writing: “It is with immense sadness that we let you know our beloved James Lee Williams – The Vivienne – has passed this weekend. “James was By Graham Robson • 1 min read
LGBTQ+ News Dozens of writers of LGBTQ+ erotica arrested in China in bid to crack down on ‘pornographic’ content Dozens of writers of LGBTQ+ erotica have been arrested in China in a bid to crack down on ‘pornographic’ content, media in Hong Kong, Singapore and Taiwan have reported. Censors have now targeted as many as 50 authors in the eastern province of Anhui as part of a special operation, which will tackle By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Transgender News Chinese authorities pull the plug on several performances from Jin Xing, a well-known trans dancer and TV host Chinese authorities have abruptly cancelled several performances from Jin Xing, a well-known trans dancer and TV host, sparking fears of Beijing’s tightening grip on the ideological and cultural expression of the LGBTQ+ community. Jin, known for her modern dance and candid television persona, is a r By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Transgender News Labour councillor quits Labour Party after refusing to “stand by and accept” the party banning puberty blockers for under-18s questioning their gender identity Zoe Hughes, a councillor on Exeter City Council, has quit the Labour Party after refusing to “stand by and accept” the party banning puberty blockers for under-18s questioning their gender identity. Hughes, who will now serve as an Independent, said: “As a queer person, I have often felt alone and m By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Transgender News “We’re standing stronger and louder than ever.” Trans Pride Brighton & Hove to return on July 19 Trans Pride Brighton & Hove will return this year on Saturday, July 19 with organisers promising “the biggest year for Trans Pride yet”. Organisers have just started the planning and preparation for Trans Pride in 2025 with more info coming soon. In the meantime, they have said: “Calling 2024 a toug By Graham Robson • 1 min read
News Caroline Paige MBE to step down as Chief Executive of LGBTQ+ veterans charity, Fighting With Pride Caroline Paige MBE is to step down as Chief Executive of Fighting With Pride (FWP), the LGBTQ+ veterans charity. Created on the 20th anniversary of the complete lifting of the ban on LGBT+ service – the ‘gay ban’ – FWP supports LGBTQ+ veterans, serving personnel and their families, particularly thos By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Film Spanish trans thriller Emilia Pérez leads this year’s BAFTA longlist with nominations in a whopping 15 categories Spanish trans thriller Emilia Pérez is leading this year’s BAFTA longlist with nominations in a whopping 15 categories. Directed by Jacques Audiard, the film, which was picked up by Netflix during Cannes Film Festival, has emerged ahead of the race with slots in 15 categories, including best film, d By Graham Robson • 1 min read
LGBTQ+ News Married At First Sight UK star Ella Morgan, the show’s first trans bride, announces she’s split from Celebs Go Dating boyfriend Alex James Ali Married At First Sight UK star Ella Morgan, the show’s first trans bride, has spoken for the first time about her split from her Celebs Go Dating boyfriend Alex James Ali. The reality star, 31, met hair stylist Alex while taking part in reality show Celebs Go Dating during the summer of 2024 but she By Graham Robson • 1 min read
LGBTQ+ News President Joe Biden honours two LGBTQ+ marriage equality activists, Mary Bonauto and Evan Wolfson, with Presidential Citizens Medal Outgoing President Joe Biden has honoured two LGBTQ+ marriage equality activists, Mary Bonauto and Evan Wolfson, with the Presidential Citizens Medal, which is the second highest honour that can be awarded to civilians “who has performed exemplary deeds or services for his or her country or fellow c By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Sport Huw Ware to make history as first openly gay referee for a PDC World Darts Championship final Huw Ware is to make history as the first openly gay referee for a PDC World Darts Championship final this evening when Luke Littler takes on Michael van Gerwen. Ware, one of the few openly gay figures in professional darts, said on his blog: “I’ve been with the PDC for eight years now and it […] By Graham Robson • 1 min read
