In a year with countless ups and downs, where queer lives were both celebrated and scrutinised, these are the stories that refused to stay quiet. They ignited conversation, challenged power, went viral for all the right (and wrong) reasons, and reminded us why queer journalism is still vital.
From trans parenthood and internet obsession to policy attacks, celebrity dragings, and political betrayals — each of these pieces captured something essential about what it meant to be LGBTQIA+ in 2025. They weren’t just read — they were shared, debated, screenshotted, reposted, argued over in group chats, and dissected in comment sections.
Some made us laugh, some made us rage, and some held up a mirror we weren’t ready to look into. But all of them made sure queer voices remained impossible to ignore.
These are YOUR EX’s top stories of the year — the ones that mattered most.
10. Navigating Parenthood as a Trans Dad
Originally published a few years ago and rediscovered in 2025, this deeply moving feature struck a renewed chord with readers. As trans lives remain politicised, it quietly reminded audiences that trans parenthood is not abstract — it’s daily, loving, and deeply human. READ NOW!
9. Is Luigi Mangione Bisexual? Debunking the Internet’s Obsession
As online speculation about Luigi Mangione’s sexuality hit a fever pitch, YOUR EX chose substance over scandal. The article dissected the cultural voyeurism driving the fixation and reminded readers that even in the viral age, consent and boundaries still matter. READ NOW!
8. Meet Hollywood’s Favourite Gay Twins: Cooper and Payton Koch
This glossy-yet-grounded feature introduced readers to Cooper and Payton Koch, exploring how queerness, twinhood, and fame intertwine. YOUR EX celebrated their rise without reducing them to novelty — an approach readers consistently embrace. READ NOW!
7. Petition to Revoke Destiny Church’s Charity Status Gains Momentum
As public pressure grew against Destiny Church, this feature followed the rising call to remove its charitable status. It cut through noise and focused on the real-world harm caused when institutions target queer communities under the guise of faith. READ NOW!
6. Trump Administration Plans Nationwide Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Trans Youth, Leaks Reveal
One of the most alarming stories of the year. The detailed leaked plan pointed to a sweeping, nationwide attack on trans youth healthcare — and underscored how urgently these threats must be taken seriously. READ NOW!
5. ICYMI: Chris Robinson’s 400m Hurdle Win and the Unexpected Wardrobe Malfunction
A moment of athletic excellence turned viral spectacle. This light-hearted piece captured the internet’s reaction to a wardrobe mishap with humour and respect, while reflecting on how easily bodies — especially racialised and queer ones — become online currency. READ NOW!
4. Luigi Mangione’s Alleged Adult Film Past Goes Viral
Luigi is back … again! When a friend claimed Mangione once starred in adult films, the internet pounced. YOUR EX handled it with trademark nuance — examining public curiosity, media ethics, and why sexual history is still weaponised in the digital spotlight. READ NOW!
3. Charlie Kirk Insults Simone Biles — Internet Drags Him Instead
When the now late, far-right influencer Charlie Kirk targeted Olympic legend Simone Biles, the backlash was immediate. This piece captured the online backlash against anti-trans rhetoric. READ NOW!
2. Opinion: Solidarity Means Letting Queer Leaders Be Human
One of the most debated op-eds of the year, this article asked readers to reflect on their expectations of queer public figures. Do we truly support them when they’re flawed — or only when they fit a palatable mould? READ NOW!
1. The Greens’ Mishandling of the Doyle Controversy Has Deeper Implications
The most-read YOUR EX story of 2025. This opinion piece went beyond headlines to critique power, party loyalty, and became a flashpoint for discussions on accountability in queer representation. READ NOW!
