Category: News
Russian President Vladimir Putin has claimed that expatriates returning to Russia are doing so thanks to their discomfort with Western cultural norms, particularly the prevalence of unisex bathrooms. While the exact number of Russians who have left the country since the 2022 invasion of Ukraine is uncertain, the UK Ministry of Defence estimated around 1.3 […]
A recent GPO poll published in Parapolitika has brought to light Greece’s divided opinion on same-sex marriage, highlighting an almost 50-50 split on legalising same-sex marriage. The survey, which captured the political atmosphere at the onset of 2024, reveals that Greek society is almost evenly split on the issue, with 48.1% in favour of legalising […]
Pope Francis has addressed the controversy surrounding the Vatican’s decision to approve blessings for same-sex couples in a recent television interview. The declaration approving same-sex blessings, which was officially released on December 18, sparked significant debate within the Catholic Church, particularly among bishops in African countries who have expressed resistance to implementing it. Pope Francis […]
Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador has issued a public apology after misgendering Salma Luevano, one of the country’s first transgender legislators and a representative of his political party. The incident occurred during a response to journalist JoaquÃn López-Dóriga, who had questioned Obrador’s greeting of Luevano with a kiss on the cheek. Obrador initially described […]
Jack Chambers, a member of the Irish political party Fianna Fáil and the current Minister for Roads has publicly come out as gay in a touching Instagram post. On Sunday, January 14, Chambers shared his personal revelation, stating the importance of being true to himself and the public he serves. In his heartfelt message, Chambers […]
Seven new cases of MPOX (formerly known as Monkeypox) have been confirmed in Auckland since late December. Body Positive’s Mark Fisher breaks down the best ways to avoid catching and spreading MPOX. MPOX is back in NZ with seven new cases. How concerned should YOUR EX readers be? MPOX has been downgraded from a global […]
Over the festive season, Vinegar Hill Campsite offers quirky community camaraderie for all attendees. Bonfires, talent shows, and the crowning of a camp Queen all add to the fun. Photos and (below) article | Jamie Gardner. Vinegar Hill was big as ever, with over 20 events held over six days leading up to the New […]
Uretiti is New Zealand’s most popular campsite attracting many from our gay and queer communities to congregate at Uretiti’s Daddy’s Bar for one hell of a New Year’s Eve Party. Check out our sexy pics: Photos | Christian Howatson and Cameron Fallows.