Category: Lifestyle
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Dr Mataroria Lyndon answers your health-related questions. How often do you recommend queer men and trans women get STI tests? For sexually active queer men and trans women, I recommend having a sexual health check every three months if you have multiple partners or new partners. If you’re in a monogamous relationship and both partners […]
Swiss tennis talent Mika Brunold has come out as gay, sharing his truth in a heartfelt message to fans and the wider sporting community. The 21-year-old took to Instagram on Sunday, 30 November, to reflect on his personal growth and journey both on and off the court. In the post, Brunold said that his experience […]