Category: People

Jul 03
LGBTQ+ Throuples Gain Ground in Fight for Legal Recognition in USA

As society continues to evolve in its understanding of relationships and family, polyamorous LGBTQ+ partnerships are gradually pushing for and gaining legal recognition. These committed relationships, which often involve more than two partners, are growing in visibility but still face significant legal barriers. Many in polyamorous relationships find themselves excluded from basic legal protections and […]

Jul 01
Trixie Dethroned: Plastique Tiara Now #1 Drag Queen on Instagram

Plastique Tiara has officially taken the crown as the most-followed queen from the RuPaul’s Drag Race franchise, surpassing longtime leader Trixie Mattel in Instagram followers. As of Monday, June 30, Plastique boasts 4.32 million followers on Instagram, overtaking All Stars 3 winner Trixie, who held the top spot for several years. Trixie is still close […]

Jul 01
Brandon Flynn to Star as James Dean in Queer Biopic Exploring Hidden Romance

Brandon Flynn has been cast as James Dean in an upcoming biopic that sheds light on the Hollywood legend’s private life, including a same-sex relationship he kept secret from the public eye. Flynn, known for roles in 13 Reasons Why and True Detective, will take on the iconic role in Willie and Jimmy Dean, written […]

Jun 30
“She’s a Muggle”: Boy George Calls Out JK Rowling Over Trans Rights

Singer Boy George has voiced strong support for trans youth and criticised author JK Rowling during an appearance on ITV’s Lorraine, calling her a “muggle” and dismissing claims that parents push children to be trans as “ridiculous”. The Culture Club frontman, 64, pushed back on misinformation, stating that it is usually children who inform their […]

Jun 29
Trans and Trailblazing: Ryan Eagles’ Floorball First in Aotearoa

In a high-speed sport that demands agility, reflex, and grit, Ryan Eagles brings something else entirely to the floorball court: visibility. At just 21 years old, Ryan (he/they) is the first openly transgender floorball player in Aotearoa New Zealand to be eligible for international representation — a milestone that marks both a personal and political […]

Jun 28
‘He’s a True American Hero’: Vietnam Veteran’s LGBTQ+ Story Moves Millions

The internet has been left in tears by the powerful story of Marshall Belmaine, a gay Vietnam veteran whose life of service, sacrifice, and enduring love was shared in a heartfelt TikTok by his great-niece—and has since gone viral. The emotional tribute, posted on 13 March by 21-year-old Audri Pettirosi, details Belmaine’s time in the […]

Jun 28
Out Congressman Chris Pappas Launches Senate Run, Aims to Expand LGBTQ+ Representation in USA

New Hampshire’s Democratic Rep. Chris Pappas, a seasoned political figure since his high school days volunteering for Gov. Jeanne Shaheen, is now vying to succeed her in the U.S. Senate. At 45, the openly gay lawmaker is the frontrunner for the Democratic nomination in 2026 and aims to bring his moderate, consensus-building approach to the […]

Jun 26
Billie Butler Makes History as New Hampshire’s First Trans Representative

New Hampshire has elected its first transgender representative, Democrat Billie Butler, marking a significant step for LGBTQ+ representation in the United States. Butler secured victory over Republican Ken Hilton in a special election held on Tuesday, 24 June, winning 964 votes to Hilton’s 774. She will represent Somersworth and Rollinsfield in the state House of […]