Category: People

Aug 07
Aussie Olympian’s Kiss Challenges Homophobic Backlash

Australian climber Campbell Harrison defiantly kissed his boyfriend after missing out on the final of the men’s boulder and lead competition, standing up to homophobic trolls. Harrison, who finished tied for 19th with a score of 9.4, did not advance to the final, as only the top eight from each semi-final were allowed to progress. […]

Aug 07
Opinion: Why is Winston Peters Weighing In On Olympics Boxing Row?

Craig Young takes a closer look at Winston Peters new-found fascination with women’s sports and transgender communities. When it comes to substantive issues relating to trans communities, Winston Peters seems to have limited that to the erasure of the Relationships and Sexuality Curriculum being taught in schools. Beyond that, Peters has chosen more symbolic issues, […]

Jul 31
Noah Williams and Tom Daley Celebrate Olympic Silver with Heartwarming Kiss

Noah Williams celebrated winning a silver medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics on 29 July in a memorable and heartwarming way: by kissing his diving partner, Tom Daley, on the cheek. The affectionate gesture came after the pair secured silver in the men’s 10m synchronised platform diving final, scoring 463.44 points. They finished second to […]

Jul 31
Biden’s Final Chapter: Reflecting on The President’s Views on LGBTQ+ Rights

As Joe Biden enters the final phase of his presidency, his journey on LGBTQ+ rights stands out as a testament to personal growth and societal change. Decades ago, when Biden was a junior U.S. senator from Delaware, he encountered challenging questions about gay rights that caught him unprepared. During a meeting with the North Star […]

Jul 30
Top 10 Richest LGBTQ+ Celebrity Couples of 2024 Revealed

Elton John and David Furnish top the list of the wealthiest LGBTQ+ celebrity couples, with an astounding combined net worth of $700 million. Elton John alone holds a personal fortune of $650 million, largely amassed through his prolific music career. His partner, David Furnish, adds $50 million from his work in television and theatre production. […]

Jul 25
Robbie Manson: Our Olympic Dream

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 […]

Jul 23
Paris 2024: Tom Daley Advocates for LGBTQ+ Rights Amid Olympic Preparations

Tom Daley was recently photographed using a Pride flag towel during Olympics training after Paris 2024 organisers promised to provide athletes with a platform to advocate for LGBTQ+ rights. While political gestures on podiums are still banned, the organisers stated last year that they would leverage the Olympic spotlight to promote a broader message of […]

Jul 16
Former F1 Driver Ralf Schumacher Comes Out as Gay

Former Formula One driver Ralf Schumacher, brother of seven-time world champion Michael Schumacher, has come out as gay. Schumacher, who recently turned 49, shared the news on Instagram. He posted a photo of himself with his partner Etienne gazing at a sunset, with the caption: “The most beautiful thing in life is when you have […]