Day: August 9, 2023
The International Journal of Drug Policy says this “increased harm for men who have sex with men”, and community groups call for the decision to be reversed. “At this stage, there are no plans to review the classification of alkyl nitrites (poppers) as prescription medicines,” a Ministry of Health spokesperson has told express, despite the […]
GiveOUT Day is four days of national fundraising, awareness, and giving to LGBTQ+ community groups, not-for-profit organisations, events, and projects. Last year was the inaugural GiveOUT Day held in New Zealand, and the hugely successful event raised nearly $60,000 for the 13 rainbow organisations that participated. Organisers The Rainbow NZ Charitable Trust will launch GiveOUT […]
One of Australia’s greatest contemporary playwrights, Joanna Murray-Smith, talks about ATC’s latest production of her play Switzerland, based on the renowned queer author Patricia Highsmith (The Talented Mr Ripley). Joanna discusses the dark character and working with Dame Helen Mirren on the upcoming film adaptation. GET YOUR TICKETS NOW! What inspired you to write Switzerland? […]
Prepare your taste buds for an extraordinary adventure at the Chocolate and Coffee Festival, dedicated to the world’s most beloved indulgences. This annual extravaganza has garnered a reputation as a “must-attend” gathering for chocolate and coffee enthusiasts from all walks of life. Set in the innovative venue The Cloud at Queens Wharf in Central Auckland, […]
Malaysia’s Good Vibes Festival organisers are threatening legal action against British rock band The 1975 after the band’s lead singer, Matty Healy, shared a kiss with bass player Ross MacDonald on stage during the festival’s opening night. The incident occurred in Kuala Lumpur last month, following Healy’s vocal criticism of Malaysia’s anti-LGBTQ+ laws. The singer […]
Dustin Lance Black, the renowned 49-year-old screenwriter who won an Oscar for his screenplay “Milk,” has been accused of assaulting Teddy Edwardes at Freedom nightclub in London in August 2022. He made a court appearance on August 8th, 2023. Black, who is married to Olympic gold medalist Tom Daley, allegedly intentionally spilled a drink on […]