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Opinion: Why Are Poppers Still So Controversial?
Craig Young shares a personal perspective on poppers and outlines legal challenges to the laws around their sale and use in NZ and abroad.
Alkyl...
Opinion: When Gender Identity Is Blamed Instead of Underfunded Care
Craig Yong reflects on the treatment gaps facing trans youth with eating disorders, exploring the tragic case of V, systemic healthcare failures, and the role...
NZ First Pushes Regressive Flag Ban Bill to Erase LGBTQ+ Visibility
In a move critics are calling regressive and exclusionary, New Zealand First has introduced a Member’s Bill that would ban the display of all...
Two Years On, Queer Workers at Grindr Still Fighting for Their Jobs After Mass...
Grindr United, the union representing former employees of the dating app Grindr, is continuing its fight to reinstate workers who were laid off nearly...
Pixar’s Elio Reportedly Stripped of Queer Themes Amid Creative Overhaul
Pixar’s animated feature Elio has faced scrutiny following reports that the studio removed queer-coded elements from the film during its production—changes that coincided with...
LGBTQ+ Throuples Gain Ground in Fight for Legal Recognition in USA
As society continues to evolve in its understanding of relationships and family, polyamorous LGBTQ+ partnerships are gradually pushing for and gaining legal recognition. These...
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LGBTQ+ Throuples Gain Ground in Fight for Legal Recognition in USA
As society continues to evolve in its understanding of relationships and family, polyamorous LGBTQ+ partnerships are gradually pushing for and gaining legal recognition. These...
Trixie Dethroned: Plastique Tiara Now #1 Drag Queen on Instagram
Plastique Tiara has officially taken the crown as the most-followed queen from the RuPaul’s Drag Race franchise, surpassing longtime leader Trixie Mattel in Instagram...
Brandon Flynn to Star as James Dean in Queer Biopic Exploring Hidden Romance
Brandon Flynn has been cast as James Dean in an upcoming biopic that sheds light on the Hollywood legend’s private life, including a same-sex...
ARTS AND CULTURE
Pixar’s Elio Reportedly Stripped of Queer Themes Amid Creative Overhaul
Pixar’s animated feature Elio has faced scrutiny following reports that the studio removed queer-coded elements from the film during its production—changes that coincided with...
Brandon Flynn to Star as James Dean in Queer Biopic Exploring Hidden Romance
Brandon Flynn has been cast as James Dean in an upcoming biopic that sheds light on the Hollywood legend’s private life, including a same-sex...
Barbra Streisand Drops Star-Studded New Album The Secret of Life: Partners, Volume Two –...
Barbra Streisand fans, rejoice — the wait is over! The iconic artist has officially released her brand-new studio album, The Secret of Life: Partners,...
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NBA No. 1 Pick Cooper Flagg’s Same-Sex Kiss Goes Viral Ahead of NBA Debut
Following his selection as the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft by the Dallas Mavericks, Cooper Flagg has found himself at...
Incase You Missed It… Chris Robinson Wins 400m Hurdles Amid Unexpected Wardrobe Malfunction
American hurdler Chris Robinson delivered a gold-winning performance at the Ostrava Golden Spike track and field event in the Czech Republic — all while...
Australia’s Kookaburras Hockey Team Don Rainbow Socks In Support of Gay Teammate
In a heartfelt gesture of solidarity during Pride Month, the Kookaburras – Australia’s national men’s field hockey team – wore rainbow socks during a...
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Global Pride Celebrations Mark End of Month with Joy and Defiance
Pride parades across the globe capped off the final weekend of Pride Month with a vibrant mix of celebration and protest. From New York...
LGBTQ+ NYPD Officers to Protest Pride Ban on Uniformed March Participation
The Gay Officers Action League (GOAL), a group representing LGBTQIA+ members of the New York City Police Department (NYPD), has announced plans to protest...
JoJo Siwa Pulls Out of Chicago Pride Performance Amid Identity Debate
JoJo Siwa will no longer be performing at this year’s Back Lot Bash during Chicago’s Pride weekend. The pop star and former Dance Moms...
OPINION
Opinion: Why Are Poppers Still So Controversial?
Craig Young shares a personal perspective on poppers and outlines legal challenges to the laws around their sale and use in NZ and abroad.
Alkyl...
Opinion: When Gender Identity Is Blamed Instead of Underfunded Care
Craig Yong reflects on the treatment gaps facing trans youth with eating disorders, exploring the tragic case of V, systemic healthcare failures, and the role...
Opinion: Destiny Church’s Parade of Prejudice
Destiny Church’s anti-faith protest highlights a deeper contradiction in the Christian Right's stance on religious freedom in New Zealand, writes Craig Young.
The New Zealand...
GIVEAWAYS
Star Wars Fans, This One’s for You: Win a CASETiFY Darth Vader Case
The Force is strong with this one. We’ve teamed up with CASETiFY to give one lucky reader a limited-edition Darth Vader™ AirPods Case—a must-have...
Rock & Rave Reimagined – Win Tickets to the Ultimate Orchestral Night Out
Two epic shows. One unforgettable night. We’re giving away 2x combo tickets to Synthony Origins and Full Metal Orchestra, hitting Spark Arena on 26...
Win a Vinyl Copy of Barbra Streisand’s The Secret of Life: Partners, Volume Two
We’re giving three lucky readers the chance to win a vinyl copy of Barbra Streisand’s latest studio album, The Secret of Life: Partners, Volume...
TRAVEL
Pride Takes Flight: Gay Bar Proposal for Chicago’s O’Hare Airport
Chicago could soon make history by becoming the first city in the United States to feature a gay bar inside an airport. The concept...
From Protest to Party: Wrapping Up WorldPride 2025
Thousands of LGBTQIA+ people and allies from across the globe flocked to Washington, D.C. for WorldPride 2025 — a nine-day global celebration of queerness,...
Dutchess County: New York’s Tranquil, Queer-Friendly Gem
Oliver Hall finds Pride and peace in New York’s backyard.
After you’ve danced your heart out under the glitter cannons of New York Pride, or...
