Category: News

Jan 07
Exclusive: Has Drag Race Down Under Sashayed Away for Good?

Inside sources tell YOUR EX magazine that there are currently no plans to begin filming a fifth season of Drag Race Down Under (DRDU). Traditionally, casting calls for the show start in November, with filming scheduled to begin in February. However, while those timelines were delayed this year, the fourth season—released exclusively on WOW Presents […]

Jan 07
U.S. Military Considers Correcting Decades of Discrimination Against LGBTQ+ Veterans

The U.S. Department of Defense is moving towards granting honourable discharges to more than 30,000 gay and bisexual veterans who were barred from military service due to their sexual orientation, according to legal filings made public on Monday, January 6 2025. This change could grant these veterans access to critical benefits, including healthcare and educational […]

Jan 07
Clubgoers Fined for “Looking Too Gay” in Russian Raid

Seven individuals arrested during a nightclub raid in the Russian city of Tula were fined for “looking too gay,” marking yet another instance of enforcement under Russia’s controversial anti-LGBTQ+ “propaganda” laws. The raid, conducted at the club Typography in February, involved security forces in military-style uniforms. Videos captured the chaotic scene, showing patrons being forced […]

Jan 07
Hidden History: Isle of Wight’s Secret LGBTQ+ Community

For decades, the Isle of Wight harboured a secret LGBTQ+ community that remained largely unknown, shaped by social stigma and repression. Among its members was Robin Ford, a public figure who worked as a teacher, councillor, and mayor while also serving as a gatekeeper for the island’s underground LGBTQ+ network. Now 82, Robin recalls the […]

Jan 07
Meta Blames ‘Technical Error’ for Removal of LGBTQ+ Posts

Meta, the tech giant behind Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Threads, has admitted to mistakenly removing LGBTQ+ posts from its platforms, attributing the issue to a “technical error.” In November, several Facebook users, including LGBTQ+ community members and organisations, reported their non-offensive posts were removed without explanation. This included posts from New Zealand’s YOUR ex and […]

Jan 06
Florida Sees 1,150% VPN Demand Surge After Pornhub Block

Florida has experienced a staggering surge in demand for virtual private networks (VPNs), rising by more than 1,000 percent after Pornhub became inaccessible in the state due to new legislation. Pornhub, the world’s largest adult-video site, has now blocked access in 17 U.S. states, including Florida, Tennessee, and South Carolina. The block follows legislation like […]

Jan 06
Biden Honours Marriage Equality Pioneers with Presidential Citizens Medal

In a ceremony at the White House on January 2, 2025, President Joe Biden recognised two pivotal figures in the fight for marriage equality, awarding them the prestigious Presidential Citizens Medal. Evan Wolfson, founder of Freedom to Marry, and Mary L. Bonauto, senior director of civil rights and legal strategies at GLBTQ Legal Advocates & […]

Jan 04
Pics | Festive Fun at Autumn Farm’s Summer Camp

Autumn Farm’s annual Summer Camp is a vibrant celebration of Pride, connection, and rural charm, set against the stunning backdrop of Golden Bay. The festivities kicked off on December 30th with a lively Quiz Night, followed by the much-anticipated Grand Parade Show on New Year’s Eve afternoon, where participants showcased their creative flair. The highlight […]