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Thomas Jolly, the queer artistic director behind the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics, has addressed the backlash over a segment that many incorrectly interpreted as inspired by the ‘Last Supper’. The segment featured drag performers and was part of a broader display aiming to represent diverse communities. In a previous interview with British Vogue, […]
The opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics was sharply criticised by Georgia’s parliamentary leader and religious figures, who argued it underscored the necessity for a proposed law banning queer propaganda. Friday’s event, set on the River Seine, featured performances by pop musicians, dancers, and drag performers. DJ and producer Barbara Butch, donning a silver halo-like […]
Ghana’s supreme court has upheld a colonial-era law criminalising consensual same-sex conduct between adults, a decision criticised by Human Rights Watch as contrary to Ghana’s human rights obligations. This ruling, which was made on the 24th of July 24, comes amid a heated debate over a proposed anti-LGBTQ+ law that could further criminalise sexual and […]
A recent Gallup poll reveals that LGBTQ+ Americans are disclosing their sexual orientation at younger ages, reflecting broader societal acceptance. The survey found that most LGBTQ+ individuals had come out by 30, with nearly 60% having done so by 22. A smaller group, approximately 10%, reported coming out between their 30s and 50s. The poll […]
Just a day before winning bronze at the 2024 World Rowing Cup III in Poland, Robbie Manson talks to YOUR ex about competing in the Men’s Double Sculls at the Paris 2024 Olympics. At the time of this interview, we are six weeks out from the start of the 2024 Olympics. How are you feeling […]
Palmerston North is set to come alive with colour, glamour and fabulous performances as the Palmy Drag Fest returns for its fourth year from Wednesday 2 to Sunday 6 October. Henrique Beirao, AKA the dazzling drag queen Rhubarb Rouge, the mastermind behind Palmy Drag Fest, shares the personal stories that have shaped this remarkable event. […]
Shanan Halbert MP Spokesperson for Rainbow Issues reflects on World Pride Month. Following Pride Month and Schools’ Pride Week, we’ve been reflecting on how Labour can best advocate for our Rainbow community, amid National’s reckless choices which are taking us backwards. Labour has a proud track record of advancing equal rights. We led the charge […]
Craig Young asks if bad vice-presidential choices adversely affect US presidential campaigns. And is J.D. Vance a bad choice? Given that there were a large number of badly chosen nineteenth-century picks for the vice-presidential portfolio, I’ll restrict my summary to those within the last fifty years! Spiro Agnew, Richard Nixon’s vice presidential choice, was brought […]