Day: November 9, 2020

Nov 09
Joe Biden Thanks Gay, Lesbian and Transgender Americans as He Wins The Presidency

In his victory speech, President-elect Joe Biden noted the support he received from in the LGBT community.   In a historic victory, Joe Biden has won the US presidency defeating incumbent President Donald Trump.  While there are still ballots to be counted across a number of states, all major networks have called the race for former […]

Nov 09
Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras to go Ahead in 2021 in Different Format

The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade has moved from it’s traditional home on Oxford Street to an unlikely new venue.  Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade 2021 will be hosted at The Sydney Cricket Ground following concerns for ongoing COVID-19 restrictions. Mardi Gras chief executive Albert Kruger says the SCG met the […]

Nov 09
Oxford Dictionary Updates Definition Of The Word “Woman” To Include LGBT+ Relationships

The definition of the word “woman” has been given a refresh by the Oxford English Dictionary following complaints that it was sexist and excluded LGBT+ relationships.  Previously describing women as “a man’s wife, girlfriend or lover,” Oxford Dictionary has amended the definition of the word, acknowledging that a woman can also be “a person’s wife, […]