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The Saturday Scene: Europe is boiling
This morning, entirely justified in my point of view, I added twice as much ice to my iced latte. It's been the hottest week in decades in the
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Japan moves towards nationwide LGBTQ+ education programme despite political tensions
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Government publishes draft Bill to ban conversion practices after years of campaigning
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MPs vote to let puberty blockers trial go ahead, after a Commons debate that exposed deep divides over trans young people's care
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Pride Community Foundation calls for volunteers to march — and speak — at this year’s Brighton Pride
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LGBT+ Labour to hold an Extraordinary General Meeting after delaying elections for a year
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Sir Kier Starmer resigns as Prime Minister and Labour leader
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The Saturday Scene: Europe is boiling
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From Bracknell to Brighton: A grassroots view of Pride outside major cities
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Moulsecoomb Forest Gardens Open Day
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Greens overturned 20% majority and took one out of three Goldsmid seats from Labour
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Japan moves towards nationwide LGBTQ+ education programme despite political tensions
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From Bracknell to Brighton: A grassroots view of Pride outside major cities
In this feature, Scene contributor Dale Melita joins Dani Harmer, Sarah Naxton and Fonda Cox to reflect on the growing impact of Bracknell Forest Pride and explore why smaller, community led celebrations carry such meaningful power....
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MPs vote to let puberty blockers trial go ahead, after a Commons debate that exposed deep divides over trans young people's care
A Conservative attempt to block the government-backed Pathways clinical trial was defeated 283 votes to 112 on Tuesday, after MPs from across the House gave some of the most personal and passionate speeches Westminster has heard on trans healthcare in years.
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Japan moves towards nationwide LGBTQ+ education programme despite political tensions
Japan is preparing to introduce a nationwide education programme on sexual orientation and gender identity, aimed at addressing widespread gaps in public understanding of LGBTQ+ issues.
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Alan Cumming calls on supporters to help build a “lasting legacy” for Tip Toe
Alan Cumming has called on his followers to help build a “lasting legacy” for the new drama Tip Toe, as charities launch a campaign to tackle ongoing HIV stigma. Tip
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MPs vote to let puberty blockers trial go ahead, after a Commons debate that exposed deep divides over trans young people's care
A Conservative attempt to block the government-backed Pathways clinical trial was defeated 283 votes to 112 on Tuesday, after MPs from across the House gave some of the most personal and passionate speeches Westminster has heard on trans healthcare in years.
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Greens overturned 20% majority and took one out of three Goldsmid seats from Labour
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Lesbian politician Bev Craig named Labour candidate for Manchester mayor
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Scottish Conservatives win Westminster byelection for first time in 50 years
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Keir Starmer's social media ban raises concerns over impact on LGBTQ+ young people
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Reform UK leader of St Helens Borough Council pulls support for St Helens Pride, claiming event affiliated to "harmful trans ideology"
The leader of St Helens Borough Council has come under fire after announcing the authority will no longer support Pride events, prompting accusations of division and criticism from fellow councillors.
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From Bracknell to Brighton: A grassroots view of Pride outside major cities
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A piece of Stonewall history is coming to London Pride next weekend
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Surrey Pride cancelled amid funding shortfall
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Drag performers boycott Attleborough Pride over links to Reform UK councillor
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MPs vote to let puberty blockers trial go ahead, after a Commons debate that exposed deep divides over trans young people's care
A Conservative attempt to block the government-backed Pathways clinical trial was defeated 283 votes to 112 on Tuesday, after MPs from across the House gave some of the most personal and passionate speeches Westminster has heard on trans healthcare in years.
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"The mural that upset a thousand TERFS." Lush Pride mural artist responds to calls for artwork to be removed
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Fred again.. to lead Abbey Road launch of new Trans+ Future Sounds series
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Trans equality groups pressure Keir Starmer to legislate for trans equality
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Complaint lodged against Reform UK council leader George Finch after he calls for trans books to be removed from libraries
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“Forced back into the closet." New research shows older LGBTQ+ people fear discrimination in housing and care settings
Older LGBTQ+ people in the UK are continuing to hide their identities from housing and care staff amid fears of discrimination, dismissal and social isolation, according to new research from
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Why gay dads get semen analysis before surrogacy
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More gay and bisexual men donating blood after rule changes, new analysis shows
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Rule change allows thousands more LGBTQ+ Australians to donate blood
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The hidden cost of executive dysfunction when you're queer and trying to stay afloat
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The Future of Jewish Pride: Dave Lynn on drag, identity and a life on stage
There’s a particular kind of energy backstage just before a drag show begins. It’s not loud. Not yet. It hums quietly in the background - in the rustle of
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Big Laughs, Bigger Heart: Ali Jay brings inclusive comedy to Brighton Fringe
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The Most "Heterosexual" Couple in Showbiz: Pearl & Dean at Brighton Fringe
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Brighton star Lizzie Bea joins the West End cast of Les Misérables
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Sugar, grief and a lot of laughs: Sam Morrison brings Sugar Daddy to Soho
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EXCLUSIVE: BAFTA-winner Jordan Gray on turning fear into laughter in her new tour
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From Bracknell to Brighton: A grassroots view of Pride outside major cities
In this feature, Scene contributor Dale Melita joins Dani Harmer, Sarah Naxton and Fonda Cox to reflect on the growing impact of Bracknell Forest Pride and explore why smaller, community led celebrations carry such meaningful power....
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Moulsecoomb Forest Gardens Open Day
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Pride Community Foundation calls for volunteers to march — and speak — at this year’s Brighton Pride
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Callout for stories to document Brighton Cares legacy
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Letters: a reader on library Pride censorship, from Essex to Sheffield
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OBITUARY: John Welsman (1947–2026)
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From Bracknell to Brighton: A grassroots view of Pride outside major cities
In this feature, Scene contributor Dale Melita joins Dani Harmer, Sarah Naxton and Fonda Cox to reflect on the growing impact of Bracknell Forest Pride and explore why smaller, community led celebrations carry such meaningful power....
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Government publishes draft Bill to ban conversion practices after years of campaigning
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Lesbian politician Bev Craig named Labour candidate for Manchester mayor
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UK government set to publish long-delayed conversion therapy ban draft
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Andy Burnham returns to Westminster after winning Makerfield byelection
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US Department of Education targets three Michigan schools over trans athletes
Three school districts in Michigan are facing federal investigation after the Trump administration's Department of Education accused them of breaching Title IX by letting transgender students take part
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Portraits of Pulse: Exhibition commemorates victims of Pulse nightclub shooting, 10 years on
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Man convicted of hate crime over fatal stabbing of dancer, O’Shae Sibley
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Joe Biden honoured with LGBTQ+ ally award at Stonewall Awards brunch in Philadelphia
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US support for same‑sex marriage dips after decades of growth
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Gay porn star Drake Von arrested on domestic violence charges in Las Vegas
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Netherlands backs sweeping ban on conversion therapy for young people and vulnerable adults
The Netherlands has moved to outlaw conversion therapy targeting children and vulnerable adults, following a decisive vote in the country’s Senate.
Summer 2026 Issue
Hope and caution in Hungary: what Magyar’s victory really means
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Three Brussels Pride performers reportedly attacked after event
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EU rolls out coordinated LGBTQ support campaign ahead of Pride Month
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Paris named top destination for queer travellers in 2026, just ahead of London
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Germany accused of failing to protect queer people from rising hate crime
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Japan moves towards nationwide LGBTQ+ education programme despite political tensions
Japan is preparing to introduce a nationwide education programme on sexual orientation and gender identity, aimed at addressing widespread gaps in public understanding of LGBTQ+ issues.
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Protesters in Hyderabad demand scrapping trans identity bill
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Chinese authorities arrest dozens of women for writing and publishing gay erotic fiction
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National Museum of the Philippines lit up in rainbow colours to celebrate Pride Month
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Tens of thousands gather in Seoul for South Korean Pride
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