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Apple’s FaceTime ‘sensitivity’ warning causing nightmare for long-distance couples
Social media users have been left “shocked” by a recent Apple iOS update, which gives a “sensitivity warning” if any nudity is visible during FaceTime calls. The measure was obviously introduced for the safety and protection of children and other non-consenting people. It adds a layer of security...
Stranger Things star Noah Schnapp graduates college: ‘What, like it’s hard?’
Stranger Things star Noah Schnapp has officially graduated from college. The 22-year-old actor posted pictures from his University of Pennsylvania graduation to Instagram with the iconic Legally Blonde quote: “What, like it’s hard?” Schnapp completed a business degree from UPenn’s prestigious Wha...
Head of Eurovision broadcaster quits after protests in country over finale voting
Vlad Turcanu said the broadcaster had “distanced” itself from the jury’s decision, but he remained responsible as head of the institution. The post Head of Eurovision broadcaster quits after protests in country over finale voting appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news...
Elon Musk’s ex tells him ‘stop putting hits on’ trans daughter Vivian Wilson
Ashley St Clair, who shares a child with Elon Musk, has slammed him for his continued anti-trans posts, specifically those targeting his trans daughter Vivian Wilson. Controversial billionaire Musk has repeatedly said the “woke mind virus” killed Vivian, who he often misgenders on X. He repeated ...
UK Eurovision act Look Mum No Computer shares upbeat reaction after coming last
Sam Battle, who performed as Look Mum No Computer, shared an upbeat message and a clip of the crowd chanting “ein Punkt” after the UK scored just one jury point. The post UK Eurovision act Look Mum No Computer shares upbeat reaction after coming last appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, g...
Virgin Island’s Millie on societal pressure, coming out and family reaction: ‘A weight lifted off my shoulder’
Virgin Island participant Millie took a big step on the show, coming out as a lesbian to her co-stars – and in turn, the nation. She is one of a handful of LGBTQ+ participants this series, alongside Tegan, Joy and Ellen, as revealed earlier in the series. But during last week’s episodes, Millie d...
Federal Bureau of Prisons refuses to reverse restrictive trans policies despite Democrat pushback
The Federal Bureau of Prisons has rejected calls from Democratic senators to roll back a series of policies impacting incarcerated transgender people that resulted from a Trump executive order earlier this year, including restrictions on gender-affirming care and directives requiring staff to use...
UK’s Eurovision act Look Mum No Computer ‘abandoned’ in viral clip – but that’s not quite true
A viral video of the UK’s Eurovision act Look Mum No Computer sees the singer sitting alone in the arena after a performance. It has seen the BBC draw heavy criticism for “abandoning” him, while someone from Denmark’s team invited him to sit with them. The video went viral after the UK’s act – re...
Seattle officials face civil emergency as LGBTQ+ Americans flee conservative states
Seattle leaders and LGBTQ+ advocates say the city is experiencing a growing influx of trans and queer Americans relocating from conservative states, prompting discussions around declaring a civil emergency to address mounting pressure on housing, healthcare, and social services. In a letter sent ...
Trans athlete AB Hernandez shares first-place podium after new rules introduced
AB Hernandez had another successful weekend with three first place wins at a regional final in California. The trans athlete has been at the centre of controversy and intense backlash due to her participation in girls’ categories in the California Interscholastic Federation’s (CIF) events. And wh...
Don Lemon calls Black gay MAGA supporters ‘self-hating, naive, pick-mes’
Don Lemon has spoken out against Black and gay MAGA supporters. Speaking on his YouTube show LEMON DROP, the gay journalist said he cannot understand how members of either community can back a political movement he says does not believe they deserve equal rights. “I can’t see how gay people can b...
The must-read LGBTQ+ books coming in 2026
This year will see the release of many LGBTQ+ books from exciting debut authors and beloved returning writers. From sweet romances to historical reexaminations to heady sports dramas, there’s a book for you no matter your taste that will be arriving this year… The post The must-read LGBTQ+ books ...
Met Police apologise to Graham Linehan after Heathrow arrest
The Metropolitan Police has apologised to Graham Linehan after finding that his arrest at Heathrow Airport last September was handled poorly. Linehan was detained by five armed officers in September 2025 on suspicion of committing a public order offence over posts he had made on X months earlier....
Is Bulgaria safe for LGBTQ+ tourists as country to host Eurovision 2027
Bulgaria looks set to host the Eurovision Song Contest in 2027, after Dara won this year’s show with “Bangaranga”. The country stormed the show, making their return after a three-year absence well worth it. Now, all eyes will be looking at which city will host, and Milena Milotinova, the Director...
Mother sues all-girls school for letting a trans girl attend
A mother is suing an all-girls school in East Yorkshire for allowing a trans girl to attend. Joanna Donoghue has insisted she had no choice but to sue Beverley High School after they “secretly” admitted a trans girl and her inquiries about the student were repeatedly “shut down”, the Times report...
Bulgaria wins Eurovision Song Contest 2026 after nail-biting night
Bulgaria has won the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest with a huge 516 points. It is Bulgaria’s first time winning. After an incredible night of performances, and a tense reveal of the votes, Bulgaria’s Dara was crowned the winner. And while the UK didn’t do too well, we at least didn’t end the night ...
Founder of ‘women-only’ app loses appeal after landmark trans discrimination ruling
A “women-only” social media app has lost an appeal to overturn a ruling that found it discriminatory against trans women. In January 2022, Giggle for Girls, marketed as a female-only space that allows women to find roommates, engage in freelance work, find friendship groups and more, came under f...
Judge blocks Trump DOJ from obtaining trans youth patient records in Rhode Island
On Wednesday (13 May), a federal judge blocked the Trump administration from forcing a Rhode Island hospital to hand over confidential records belonging to transgender patients who received gender-affirming care, marking another major legal setback for the Department of Justice’s ongoing subpoena...
Queer horror comedy with 100% Rotten Tomatoes score premieres at Cannes to glowing reviews
Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma has premiered at the Cannes Film Festival to glowing, five-star reviews. Jane Schoenbrun’s follow-up to We’re All Going to the World’s Fair and I Saw The TV Glow promises a bloody queer horror comedy. The film stars an incredible pairing: The X Files star Gill...
Real Madrid’s claim ‘discriminatory’ gay chant was ‘satire’ dismissed by court
Spanish football team Real Madrid recently attempted to appeal a fine over their fans singing a “discriminatory” gay chant by arguing that it was “satire”, but the court wasn’t having it. The football club was initially given the fine over a chant sung by fans during a UEFA Champions League match...
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