Category: News

Apr 16
History Made As Cook Islands Decriminalises Consensual Same-Sex Relations

The Cook Islands has eliminated a law within its Crimes Act that could imprison men for engaging in sexual activities with other men. The law, which was never enforced, stipulated that “indecent acts between males” could result in up to five years of imprisonment. Individuals hosting these acts on their property could face up to […]

Apr 14
Crime Writer Anne Perry Dies

The ‘Heavenly Creatures’ writer and convicted murderer has passed away aged 84. Bestselling crime writer Anne Perry has died at her Los Angeles home aged 84. Perry was formerly known as Juliet Hulme, who was convicted in 1954 of helping to murder her friend’s mother in Christchurch. Hulme was aged just 15 when she and […]

Apr 13
RuPublicans: Instagram Account Uses AI-Generated Drag Parodies to Fight Anti-LGBTQ+ Bills

A new Instagram account named @RuPublicans is raising awareness of the increasing number of anti-LGBTQ+ bills in the USA by combining well-known Republican politicians and the iconic RuPaul, to create parodies of Republican figures dressed in drag. @RuPublicans, which has gained over 100,000 followers in under two weeks, uses AI-generated images to create parodies of […]

Apr 12
Caitlyn Jenner and Gay Republican Leader Criticize “Rainbow Mafia” in Joint Video

Former Olympian and unsuccessful Republican candidate Caitlyn Jenner has joined forces with Charles Moran, president of Log Cabin Republicans, in an Instagram video criticizing the “rainbow mafia.” In the video, Jenner and Moran discussed their disdain for the “radical rainbow mafia,” a term often used by Jenner to disparage the LGBTQ+ community. Jenner claimed, “Honestly, […]

Apr 12
Study Finds Sleep Difficulties More Prevalent Among LGB Youth

A recent study published in the journal LGBT Health reveals that young people identifying as lesbian, gay, or bisexual (LGB) experience more sleep-related issues than their heterosexual counterparts. The research highlights the importance of addressing sleep difficulties in this group to promote overall well-being and development. The study analysed data from 8,563 participants aged 10-14, […]

Apr 12
Vietnam To Considers Groundbreaking Gender Identity Law to Boost Trans Rights

In a significant step for transgender rights, Vietnam’s parliament may introduce a new gender identity law to its agenda in the coming year. Lawmaker Nguyễn Anh Trí presented the proposal to the Standing Committee of the National Assembly on April 10, emphasising the importance of protecting vulnerable populations and ensuring that no one is left […]

Apr 11
GRINDR: NZ HAS 2ND HIGHEST % OF SIDES

If you like non-penetrative sex, New Zealand is a great place to come. In a recent roundup of data analysis from their app, Grindr has announced that New Zealand has the second-highest percentage of ‘sides’ of any country in the world where the app is actively used. ‘Sides’ is a recent addition to Grindr’s optional […]

Apr 11
New Gay Bar: Heaven Comes To Auckland

The legendary K Road Strip Club at 339 Karangahape Rd is set to become Auckland’s newest gay bar, Heaven. Opening in mid-May.  Owner Wayne Clark tells express that Heaven is aiming for a different market to mainstream club Family and cutting-edge basement bar G.A.Y Auckland.  “Family and G.A.Y are still the best places to go […]