Stonewall Housing opens second LGBTQ+ supported accommodation in Brighton
Stonewall Housing, the national charity supporting LGBTQ+ people of all ages who live in the UK and are experiencing homelessness or living in an unsafe environment, has announced the launch of a second supported accommodation scheme in Brighton to provide safe housing and tailored support for vulnerable LGBTQ+ people, empowering
Graham Linehan arrested at Heathrow over social media posts on trans issues
Graham Linehan, the controversial co-creator of Father Ted, has been arrested at Heathrow Airport on suspicion of inciting violence through social media posts concerning trans people. The 57-year-old Irish comedy writer was detained by five officers upon arrival from Arizona on Monday afternoon. According to Linehan, he was escorted to
Stonewall FC return from EuroGames 2025 with gold medals and historic firsts
Stonewall FC returned from EuroGames Lyon 2025 with multiple gold medals, a historic international debut for their Women & Non-Binary team, and a reaffirmation of their status as the "world’s most successful LGBTQ+ football club". With four squads and 65 players, this marked the club’s mostLatest Articles
SOLO, a "French-Canadian love letter to drag", to screen at Brighton's Dukes at Komedia
Sophie Dupuis’ electrifying drama, SOLO, which follows a young and emerging drag queen who becomes entangled in a passionate but complicated romance, will be screened at Brighton's Dukes at Komedia on 21 September. The film, which won Best Canadian Film at the Toronto International Film Festival, tells the
RuPaul’s Drag Race UK unveils star-studded guest judge line-up for season 7
The BBC has officially revealed the glittering line-up of celebrity guest judges set to join RuPaul for the upcoming seventh season of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, airing this autumn on BBC iPlayer and BBC Three. Among the most anticipated names is Girls Aloud icon Nadine Coyle, who returns to
Peter Tatchell Foundation pickets "secret" UK HQ of "homophobic" fast-food giant Chick-fil-A
The Peter Tatchell Foundation has uncovered the "hidden" UK headquarters of "homophobic" US fast-food giant Chick-fil-A, which is bidding to open restaurants in the UK. It is operating from a secret office at 81 High Holborn, London WC1, without any public signage and its office is
LGBTQ+ Pathways to Family event on 16 September
Recognising that the path to having a family isn’t straightforward for LGBTQ+ people, Adoption South East - a partnership of councils from East Sussex, West Sussex, Brighton & Hove and Surrey - wants to help you explore the options available to you and bust a few myths. This online
Drag Race Down Under favourite Maxi Shield shares cancer diagnosis
Maxi Shield, a fan favourite from RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under, has revealed she is undergoing treatment for cancer following a recent health scare that led to her withdrawal from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. The Australian drag performer had been starring in Fountain Lakes in Lockdown, a drag parody
French lesbian school principal commits suicide after prolonged campaign of homophobic harassment
This article includes language many may find offensive A French school principal has died by suicide after enduring a prolonged campaign of homophobic harassment, sparking outrage and calls for institutional accountability across the education sector. Caroline Grandjean, 42, jumped to her death from a cliff near Anglards-de-Salers in the Cantal
Ban on 'conversion therapy' edges closer to becoming law in the Netherlands
The Netherlands is on the brink of criminalising so-called 'conversion therapy', as a revised bill gains momentum in the Dutch parliament. MPs are expected to vote next week on legislation that would make the controversial practice a criminal offence, following years of campaigning by progressive parties and LGBTQ+Culture
SOLO, a "French-Canadian love letter to drag", to screen at Brighton's Dukes at Komedia
Sophie Dupuis’ electrifying drama, SOLO, which follows a young and emerging drag queen who becomes entangled in a passionate but complicated romance, will be screened at Brighton's Dukes at Komedia on 21 September. The film, which won Best Canadian Film at the Toronto International Film Festival, tells the
RuPaul’s Drag Race UK unveils star-studded guest judge line-up for season 7
The BBC has officially revealed the glittering line-up of celebrity guest judges set to join RuPaul for the upcoming seventh season of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, airing this autumn on BBC iPlayer and BBC Three. Among the most anticipated names is Girls Aloud icon Nadine Coyle, who returns to
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French lesbian school principal commits suicide after prolonged campaign of homophobic harassment
This article includes language many may find offensive A French school principal has died by suicide after enduring a prolonged campaign of homophobic harassment, sparking outrage and calls for institutional accountability across the education sector. Caroline Grandjean, 42, jumped to her death from a cliff near Anglards-de-Salers in the Cantal
Ban on 'conversion therapy' edges closer to becoming law in the Netherlands
The Netherlands is on the brink of criminalising so-called 'conversion therapy', as a revised bill gains momentum in the Dutch parliament. MPs are expected to vote next week on legislation that would make the controversial practice a criminal offence, following years of campaigning by progressive parties and LGBTQ+
Trailblazing openly gay Czech footballer Jakub Jankto retires at just 29
Jakub Jankto, the openly gay Czech footballer, has announced his retirement from professional football at the age of just 29. Jankto, who played for clubs including Udinese, Sampdoria, Getafe, and most recently Cagliari, cited a serious ankle injury and a desire to be closer to his son in Prague as
Trans American, Veronica Clifford-Carlos, challenges Dutch asylum rejection in landmark case
A 28-year-old trans woman from California has launched a legal battle in the Netherlands after her asylum application was rejected, marking the first case of its kind in Dutch courts. Veronica Clifford-Carlos, a visual artist, fled the United States citing fears for her safety under the administration of President DonaldNorth America
Olympic legend and gay icon Greg Louganis joins celebrity exodus from the United States
Greg Louganis, one of the most decorated Olympic divers in history and a revered LGBTQ+ icon, has officially left the United States, joining a growing wave of celebrities seeking new beginnings abroad. The 65-year-old athlete and activist recently relocated to Panama, marking a significant personal and symbolic shift in his
LGBTQ+ activists armed with kazoos blare Chappell Roan to drown out controversial Christian event in Seattle
A controversial Christian event led by an anti-LGBTQ+ activist in Seattle was met with a spirited counter-protest as hundreds of LGBTQ+ activists armed with kazoos played Chappell Roan's queer anthem Pink Pony Club to drown out proceedings. The rally was organised by the controversial evangelical group Let Us
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Trans and LGBTQ+ rights organisations call for Parliamentary Scrutiny of forthcoming EHRC Code of Practice
More than 80 trans and LGBTQ+ rights organisations have signed a joint statement urging MPs to demand full scrutiny and debate over the Equality and Human Rights Commission’s (EHRC) forthcoming Code of Practice on Services, Public Functions and Associations. The statement, released on 1 September, warns that the proposed
Zack Polanski elected leader of the Green Party but what is his stance on trans rights?
Zack Polanski has been elected as the new leader of the Green Party, securing 85% of the vote in a leadership contest. The former deputy leader and London Assembly member defeated the joint ticket of MPs Adrian Ramsay and Ellie Chowns, receiving 20,411 votes to their 3,705. In
Hillary Clinton: "They will do to gay marriage what they did to abortion."
Former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has issued a stark warning that the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) may soon overturn the landmark ruling that legalised same-sex marriage nationwide, echoing its controversial reversal of abortion rights in 2022. In a recent interview with Fox News’ Jessica Tarlov,
Lisa Nandy wears “Protect the Dolls” shirt amid Labour’s troubled trans rights record
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has reignited the conversation around trans rights in the UK after wearing a 'Protect the Dolls' T-shirt at a Pride event in Wigan amid her party's troubled trans rights record. 'Protect the Dolls', a slogan that has emerged as aUK
Trans and LGBTQ+ rights organisations call for Parliamentary Scrutiny of forthcoming EHRC Code of Practice
More than 80 trans and LGBTQ+ rights organisations have signed a joint statement urging MPs to demand full scrutiny and debate over the Equality and Human Rights Commission’s (EHRC) forthcoming Code of Practice on Services, Public Functions and Associations. The statement, released on 1 September, warns that the proposed
Graham Linehan arrested at Heathrow over social media posts on trans issues
Graham Linehan, the controversial co-creator of Father Ted, has been arrested at Heathrow Airport on suspicion of inciting violence through social media posts concerning trans people. The 57-year-old Irish comedy writer was detained by five officers upon arrival from Arizona on Monday afternoon. According to Linehan, he was escorted to
Blue plaque unveiled to honour gay couple who ‘defied convention’ in post-war Britain
A blue plaque has been unveiled in Darfield, Barnsley, to commemorate Maurice Dobson and Fred Halliday, a gay couple whose lives and legacy have come to symbolise quiet defiance and enduring love in the face of societal prejudice. Maurice and Fred met during the Second World War and went on
Drag artist Ebony Rose Dark to appear in photography exhibition celebrating stories of blind and partially sighted people
Drag artist Ebony Rose Dark will appear in a new portrait exhibition this month, spotlighting the strength, individuality and lived experiences of blind and partially sighted people across the UK. Joshua Bratt, the acclaimed photojournalist and portrait photographer, is responsible for this powerful exhibition, titled Seen, which can be viewedNews
Peter Tatchell Foundation pickets "secret" UK HQ of "homophobic" fast-food giant Chick-fil-A
The Peter Tatchell Foundation has uncovered the "hidden" UK headquarters of "homophobic" US fast-food giant Chick-fil-A, which is bidding to open restaurants in the UK. It is operating from a secret office at 81 High Holborn, London WC1, without any public signage and its office is
Stonewall Housing opens second LGBTQ+ supported accommodation in Brighton
Stonewall Housing, the national charity supporting LGBTQ+ people of all ages who live in the UK and are experiencing homelessness or living in an unsafe environment, has announced the launch of a second supported accommodation scheme in Brighton to provide safe housing and tailored support for vulnerable LGBTQ+ people, empowering
'I'm not perfect.' Snoop Dogg accused of fake apology after expressing discomfort with LGBTQ+ Disney characters
American rapper Snoop Dogg has come under fire for remarks made during an episode of the It’s Giving podcast, where he expressed discomfort with LGBTQ+ representation in the 2022 Disney/Pixar film Lightyear. The rapper, who watched the film with his grandson, said he was “scared to go to
Filmmaker Chris Columbus rules out Harry Potter reunion because of J.K. Rowling’s transphobia
Chris Columbus, who directed the first two Harry Potter films, says a reunion with the original cast is “never going to happen” due to J.K. Rowling’s controversial views. While he’s still close with Radcliffe and co, Columbus also dismissed HBO’s upcoming reboot as “more of the same.”Latest Articles
SOLO, a "French-Canadian love letter to drag", to screen at Brighton's Dukes at Komedia
Sophie Dupuis’ electrifying drama, SOLO, which follows a young and emerging drag queen who becomes entangled in a passionate but complicated romance, will be screened at Brighton's Dukes at Komedia on 21 September. The film, which won Best Canadian Film at the Toronto International Film Festival, tells the
RuPaul’s Drag Race UK unveils star-studded guest judge line-up for season 7
The BBC has officially revealed the glittering line-up of celebrity guest judges set to join RuPaul for the upcoming seventh season of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, airing this autumn on BBC iPlayer and BBC Three. Among the most anticipated names is Girls Aloud icon Nadine Coyle, who returns to
Peter Tatchell Foundation pickets "secret" UK HQ of "homophobic" fast-food giant Chick-fil-A
The Peter Tatchell Foundation has uncovered the "hidden" UK headquarters of "homophobic" US fast-food giant Chick-fil-A, which is bidding to open restaurants in the UK. It is operating from a secret office at 81 High Holborn, London WC1, without any public signage and its office is
LGBTQ+ Pathways to Family event on 16 September
Recognising that the path to having a family isn’t straightforward for LGBTQ+ people, Adoption South East - a partnership of councils from East Sussex, West Sussex, Brighton & Hove and Surrey - wants to help you explore the options available to you and bust a few myths. This online
Drag Race Down Under favourite Maxi Shield shares cancer diagnosis
Maxi Shield, a fan favourite from RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under, has revealed she is undergoing treatment for cancer following a recent health scare that led to her withdrawal from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. The Australian drag performer had been starring in Fountain Lakes in Lockdown, a drag parody
French lesbian school principal commits suicide after prolonged campaign of homophobic harassment
This article includes language many may find offensive A French school principal has died by suicide after enduring a prolonged campaign of homophobic harassment, sparking outrage and calls for institutional accountability across the education sector. Caroline Grandjean, 42, jumped to her death from a cliff near Anglards-de-Salers in the Cantal
