Category: News
In a startling move, one of Russia’s largest streaming platforms has revised the age rating for the popular children’s cartoon series ‘My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic’ to 18+, catering exclusively to adult audiences. This decision by the Kinopoisk movie database, a subsidiary of the prominent web portal Yandex, aligns with Russia’s stringent stance on […]
Our favourite queens tell us about the impact of Drag Race Down Under, their challenging year, 2024’s new TV show, and the secret to their enduring friendship. “There’s a lot of opinions, and I totally can understand why,” Kita Mean tells us as we broach the subject of a controversial op-ed published on yourex.co.nz, where an […]
Sydney-based NFL player Adam Doueihi has sparked controversy with his response to an English Premier League social media post on LGBTQ+ inclusion. The 25-year-old athlete faced criticism after writing “embarrassing post” in the comments section of a post aimed at educating fans on positive ways to discuss LGBTQ+ issues in sports. The now-deleted remark by […]
Moscow police have conducted raids on several gay clubs a day after the Russian Supreme Court classified the “LGBT movement” as an extremist organisation, banning its activities nationwide. According to reports by local media, attendees at the clubs were detained briefly, with authorities photographing their passports. One of the club-goers expressed fear of potential long-term […]
In a landmark initiative marking World AIDS Day on 1 December 2023, Positive Women Inc., in collaboration with Māori, key HIV sector agencies, and individuals living with HIV, has unveiled the groundbreaking ‘Ngā Taipakeke o te Urutā HIV – Ageing with HIV Research Report’. This pivotal study marks a significant milestone in understanding and addressing […]
December 1st marks the 35th anniversary of World AIDS Day, a significant date that commemorates those lost to HIV/AIDS, supports those living with the virus and reflects on the strides made in combatting this global health challenge. This year’s theme, “Let Communities Lead,” highlights the crucial role of communities in driving effective and meaningful change […]
A comprehensive study by the Pew Research Center has highlighted the stark global contrasts in acceptance of same-sex marriage. The extensive survey, now including data from 32 countries, reveals a wide range of public opinion on this issue. In Western Europe, support for same-sex marriage is notably high, with countries like Sweden (92% support), the […]
The renowned Soho LGBTQ+ nightclub, G-A-Y Late, is set to close its doors for good, with the venue’s final night being confirmed as the 10th of December. The decision to close the club indefinitely was confirmed by owner Jeremy Joseph, who described the closure as deeply saddening. In an open letter circulated on social media, […]