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Bree Fram, a retired astronautical engineer and former Space Force colonel dismissed under the Trump administration’s transgender military ban, has launched a powerful political comeback — and it’s already gaining major traction. Less than 24 hours after announcing her campaign to represent Virginia in the U.S. Congress, Fram raised over $102,000 from more than 400 […]
Tucson Pride, one of Arizona’s longest-running LGBTQ+ organisations, has announced its permanent closure, citing growing hostility and shifting political landscapes that have severely impacted its operations. In a statement released Thursday (22 January), the Board of Directors confirmed that the planned 2026 Tucson Pride Festival has been cancelled, and that the 49-year-old non-profit will begin […]
Auckland’s most dazzling celebration of love, inclusion, and diversity is making its triumphant return to Ponsonby! The Auckland Rainbow Parade is back and bolder than ever, inviting everyone to join in a vibrant evening of unity, colour, and joy. In a world where division and discrimination often take centre stage, the Rainbow Parade stands as […]
Queensland Health Minister Tim Nicholls has made a quiet but significant change to the state’s contentious ban on gender-affirming medical care for trans youth under 18 — a move that may head off a pending court case. The change comes after the government extended the ban until 2031, aligning it with the anticipated results of […]
The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras (SGLMG) Board is facing backlash from members and advocacy groups after choosing not to implement several resolutions passed at the 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM), including those supporting trans rights and reforms to anti-discrimination law. The controversy has prompted calls for an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM), with critics […]
Tucked away in the lush heart of Golden Bay, Autumn Farm began the new year by hosting its 31st annual Summer Camp, drawing nearly 100 attendees — mostly gay and bisexual men, but also welcoming queer-friendly folk, naturists, and pansexuals from around the globe. With international guests and students mingling with long-time regulars, it was […]
Over 650 attendees made the journey two and a half hours north of Wellington this summer to take part in the warm, inclusive, and ever-colourful Vinegar Hill gathering — a beloved bohemian camping experience set at Putai Ngahere Domain, Hunterville. The 2025 edition embraced a lively medieval theme, celebrating creativity and connection in classic Vinegar […]
Australia’s Albanese Government has announced it will divide its proposed gun control and hate crime legislation into separate bills after failing to secure support for a combined package, prompting backlash from LGBTQIA+ advocates who say the move is a “missed opportunity” to strengthen protections for vulnerable communities. On Saturday, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese revealed the […]