Category: Lifestyle

Dec 10
Queer Underwear Pioneer Andrew Christian Bows Out with Emotional Farewell

Andrew Christian, the founder of the iconic queer underwear brand that bore his name, has announced that the business is officially closing after over two decades in operation. In a heartfelt social media post on Tuesday, Christian revealed the closure of the Andrew Christian website, marking the end of a fashion era that championed queer […]

Dec 10
Colorado Sports Authority Settles Lawsuit Allowing Trans Athlete Bans

The Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA) has reached a settlement in a lawsuit brought by conservative-leaning school districts, allowing individual schools to bar transgender students from participating in sports teams that match their gender identity. While the wider lawsuit—led by District 49—continues against other state entities, CHSAA has withdrawn, stating its inclusion was “frustrating […]

Dec 10
Iran and Egypt Oppose World Cup ‘Pride Match’ in Seattle

Iran and Egypt have formally objected to participating in a planned ‘Pride Match’ during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Iranian officials labelling the move “irrational” and suggesting they may appeal the decision. The match, scheduled for Friday 26 June 2026 in Seattle, falls during the city’s annual Pride Weekend and was designated a Pride […]

Dec 09
‘Erasure, Not Moderation’: Instagram Faces Backlash Over Deletion of Queer-Led Arts Accounts

Mata’s Instagram is under fire once again after it permanently deleted multiple UK-based queer-inclusive arts and sex worker organisations, wiping out years of digital community-building, income generation, and visibility. The backlash follows a troubling trend. In January, Meta – the parent company of Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp, and Threads – admitted it had removed a number […]

Dec 09
Controversy as Pride Match in 2026 World Cup Assigned to Iran, Where Homosexuality Is Punishable by Death

A Pride-themed match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup has drawn widespread criticism after it was revealed that one of the participating nations is Iran, where same-sex relationships are punishable by death. Seattle, confirmed as a host city over three years ago, will host the match on 26 June—an event now officially designated as a […]

Dec 08
What You Need to Know: Test’n’Treat by Body Positive

Test’n’Treat is a free, peer-led sexual health service in Auckland offering rapid STI and HIV testing, treatment and prevention — no appointment needed. What Is Test’n’Treat? Test’n’Treat is a walk-in sexual health clinic run by Body Positive in partnership with Auckland Sexual Health. It’s designed to be: Fast: Get tested and treated on the same […]

Dec 08
‘I Don’t Believe You’re Bisexual’: Mitch Brown Speaks Out After Shocking Encounter at Gaga Concert

Former AFL player Mitch Brown has shared a confronting personal moment at a Lady Gaga concert, highlighting the ongoing stigma bisexual people face — even after coming out. Brown, who made history earlier this year as the first openly queer professional AFL/VFL player in the sport’s 129-year history, recounted the moment in an Instagram video […]

Dec 05
Grindr’s 2025 Data Reveals NZ as a World Leader in the ‘Daddy’ Tribe

In a global celebration of queer culture and connection, New Zealand has found itself in the spotlight in Grindr’s annual Unwrapped report — named one of the world’s top “Daddy Capitals” for 2025. The yearly data-driven roundup, which has fast become a pop culture moment in the queer digital space, combines anonymous user insights with […]