Category: Lifestyle
Two male cheerleaders for the Minnesota Vikings have delivered the perfect response to a wave of online criticism, proving once again that inclusivity and athleticism go hand in hand in the NFL. Athletes Blaize Shiek and Louie Conn made the Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders (MVC) 2025 roster in May. While male cheerleaders have been a regular […]
Adelaide Crows midfielder Izak Rankine is reportedly under scrutiny by the AFL’s integrity unit following allegations that he used a homophobic slur during a weekend clash against Collingwood. The alleged incident took place during the Crows’ Saturday night (16 August) match against the Magpies, with reports suggesting Rankine directed a slur at an opposition player. […]
Angus McDougall’s top products for looking your best. As we ease into late winter with brighter mornings and the promise of spring just ahead, it’s the perfect moment to reset your beauty routine and refresh your wardrobe. This month’s edit is all about smart upgrades that feel effortless but make a big impact. Whether you’re […]
There’s something about Auckland in winter. Maybe it’s the long twilight evenings over the harbour, the moody light in the art galleries, or the way the city pulses with culture while other destinations start to hibernate. With a stacked calendar of shows, exhibitions and places to wine, dine and stay out late, Tāmaki Makaurau is […]
Last month, Australia’s national donation service, Lifeblood, removed previous waiting periods for plasma donations based on sexual activity, allowing gay and bisexual men, transgender women, and sex workers to contribute for the first time in decades. The service plans to extend eligibility to whole-blood donations next year. Under the proposed system, all donors — regardless […]
Discriminatory incidents in football have risen for another year, with sexism, transphobia and faith-based abuse all sharply increasing, according to new figures from Kick It Out. The anti-discrimination charity recorded 1,398 reports of abuse across the 2024/25 football season, drawn from the professional game, grassroots football and social media. While racism remains the most common […]
Spanish footballer Alberto Lejárraga, the only openly gay male footballer currently playing in Spain, has married his longtime partner, actor and musician Rubén Fernández, in a stunning celebration on the country’s south coast. The couple shared glimpses of their special day in a joyful Instagram post — three weeks after tying the knot — while […]
As debates over transgender athletes rage on, trans men like Charlie Hoskins and Clayton Jay Reeves are carving out space in the sporting world, challenging not just physical barriers—but the very concept of masculinity. While political focus has often fallen on trans women in sport, these two athletes offer an underrepresented view: that of trans […]