Day: April 4, 2025

Apr 04
Opinion | The Greens’ Mishandling of the Doyle Controversy Has Deeper Consequences

No apology, no accountability, and throwing the rainbow community under the bus; Pavel Zivnustka asks why sorry seems to be the hardest word for the Green Party. Even the most dedicated news avoider could not escape the media storm surrounding Green Party MP Benjamin Doyle and their social media posts this week. Doyle had shared […]

Apr 04
Russia Bans Elton John AIDS Foundation in Latest LGBTQ+ Crackdown

Russia has officially banned the Elton John AIDS Foundation from operating within its borders, accusing it of working with the “collective West” to undermine Russian values and destabilise society. In a statement issued on Thursday, the Russian General Prosecutor’s Office claimed the foundation promotes “non-traditional sexual relationships, Western family models, and gender reassignment.” The organisation […]

Apr 04
From Wildlife to Wow: 🐍 Robert Irwin’s Underwear Debut Breaks the Internet

The glow-up is complete. Robert Irwin, son of the late wildlife icon Steve Irwin, has officially added underwear model to his résumé. The 21-year-old I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! co-host has just been unveiled as one of the new faces of Bonds Underwear, starring alongside Australian rapper Tkay Maidza in a bold […]

Apr 04
Prepare for Takeoff: Palmy Drag Fest 2025 Is Cleared for Departure

Fasten your seatbelts and secure your wigs—Palmy Drag Fest 2025 is cleared for departure! On Saturday, 4 October, New Zealand’s premier drag extravaganza returns to the Regent on Broadway in Palmerston North, promising an unforgettable journey into the stratosphere of drag excellence.​ An All-Star Lineup Awaits This year’s in-flight entertainment features a constellation of drag […]