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
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
LGBTQ+ News Multiple Russians fined for “looking too gay” in anti-LGBTQ+ crackdown Multiple people have been fined for “looking too gay” due to their choice of outfits after a police raid on a Russian nightclub. In February 2024, eight people were arrested following a police raid on a nightclub in Tula, 120 miles south of Moscow. Seven people were reportedly hit with charges for “ By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Sport Polish elite ski jumper Andrzej Stekala comes out as gay and mourns loss of his long-term partner on Instagram Andrzej Stekala, an elite ski jumper from Poland who won a World Championships bronze medal in 2021, has come out as gay on social media, in a post also mourning the loss of his long-term partner. Writing on Instagram on New Year’s Day, the sports star said: “I want you to meet my true self. […] By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Television “Gay people should be allowed to be boring on screen”. Mark Gatiss calls for better representation for gay characters on TV Mark Gatiss, who co-created dark comedy series The League of Gentlemen and Sherlock, and starred in queer favourite Nighty Night, has called for better representation for gay characters ion TV, adding that “gay people should be allowed to be boring on screen”. The 58-year-old screenwriter – who is i By Graham Robson • 1 min read
LGBTQ+ News Stephen Fry awarded knighthood despite calling Stonewall’s approach to trans issues ‘nonsensical’ Stephen Fry, who recently said Stonewall’s approach to trans issues is ‘nonsensical’, will now be known as Sir Stephen after being recognised in the New Year’s Honours list. The comedy actor and writer, who will be recognised for services to mental health awareness, the environment and charity, said By Graham Robson • 2 min read
LGBTQ+ News Colombian trans ecologist and Ugandan LGBTQ+ rights activist included on BBC’s list of 100 inspiring and influential women The BBC has included Ugandan LGBTQ+ rights activist Kasha Jacqueline Nabagesera and Colombian trans ecologist Brigitte Baptiste on its list of 100 inspiring and influential women from around the world. The BBC said about Brigitte Baptiste: “As a transwoman biologist, Brigitte Baptiste explores the c By Graham Robson • 2 min read
