Category: Lifestyle

Sep 11
College Football Teammates Go Viral After Postgame Embrace Melts the Internet

The South Florida Bulls delivered a massive upset on Saturday, toppling the heavily favoured Florida Gators with a last-second field goal. But while the win itself was headline-worthy, it was what happened after the game that truly captured fans’ hearts — and imagination. Following his 20-yard game-winning kick, Bulls placekicker Nico Gramatica ran to celebrate […]

Sep 10
“I’m Just a Normal Kid”: Trans Volleyball Player Speaks Out Amid Political Firestorm

The California high school volleyball player at the centre of conservative outrage has spoken publicly, insisting she is “just a normal kid.” AB Hernandez, a student at Jurupa Valley High School near Los Angeles, has faced protests and political attacks over her participation on the girls’ volleyball and track-and-field teams. At least three schools have […]

Sep 09
Proud and Polished: Why Ceramides (and Scents) Are My Post NZ Fashion Week Reset

YOUR EX fashion guru, Angus McDougall, explains why ceramides and stunning scents are his September reset.  Fresh off the whirlwind of New Zealand Fashion Week, my skin is telling me it needs a breather. Late nights, full glam, and back-to-back shows take their toll, so September feels like the perfect time to reset. Over the next […]

Sep 09
How to Travel Ethically as a Queer Person

On a recent trip to Bali, Jessie Lewthwaite found herself questioning whether she should even be there.  When my girlfriend asked me if I wanted to go to Bali with her and her friends, I was hesitant – and not just because I wanted to avoid being just another Australian in Bali. My first thought […]

Sep 06
Finding Respectful Care: Advice for Patients After a Bad GP Experience

Dr Mataroria Lyndon addresses your concerns.  I have recently lost trust in my GP. What should someone do after having negative or discriminatory experiences with their doctor? I’m really sorry to hear you’ve had this experience. Feeling dismissed or not taken seriously can be deeply upsetting, and it’s important that you feel safe and respected […]

Sep 04
AFL’s Rankine Issues Public Apology After Suspension for Homophobic Slur

Adelaide Crows player Izak Rankine has publicly apologised after receiving a four-game ban from the Australian Football League (AFL) for using a homophobic slur during a recent match against Collingwood. The initial penalty could have been five matches, but AFL CEO Andrew Dillon confirmed that a “compelling medical submission” from the Adelaide Football Club influenced […]

Sep 03
Imane Khelif Appeals Sex Test Ban Ahead of World Boxing Championships

Cisgender Algerian boxer Imane Khelif has taken her case to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) after World Boxing barred her from competing unless she submits to a genetic sex test. The controversial ban comes just days before the start of the World Boxing Championships. Earlier this year, World Boxing introduced a new policy […]

Aug 27
Mitch Brown Makes AFL History as First Male Player to Come Out as Bisexual

Former West Coast Eagles defender Mitch Brown has become the first current or former male AFL player to come out as gay or bisexual, in a move he hopes will make others in the game feel seen. The 36-year-old, who played 94 matches for the Eagles between 2007 and 2016, revealed he identifies as bisexual […]