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Ed Davey criticised by brother on LinkedIn over Lib Dem trans rights challenge to single-sex guidance
Charles Davey hit out on LinkedIn after the Lib Dem leader and Marie Goldman told Bridget Phillipson the new code is “not fit for purpose”. The post Ed Davey criticised by brother on LinkedIn over Lib Dem trans rights challenge to single-sex guidance appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, g...
Glenn Close to receive honorary Oscar, righting her 8 nominations no win record
The Academy will also honour Vachon and Koffler on 15 November at the Ray Dolby Ballroom at Ovation Hollywood, alongside Ridley Scott and Floyd Norman. The post Glenn Close to receive honorary Oscar, righting her 8 nominations no win record appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and...
Ohio man sentenced for killing beloved trans advocate Laura Schueler
Laura Schueler and her convicted killer Ajani Grimes (Image: Facebook/WKRC) An Ohio man has been sentenced to 25 to 29 years in prison for the killing of beloved Cincinnati trans woman and LGBTQ+ advocate Laura Schueler. Ajani Grimes, 19, accepted a plea deal for involuntary manslaughter on Tuesd...
‘Scary Movie’ actor Benny Zielke says film created a “safe space” for trans people
Benny Zielke Defends ‘Scary Movie’ Pronoun Jokes (Image: Brianna Bryson/Getty Images) Trans ‘Scary Movie’ actor Benny Zielke has shared how he initially had reservations about being cast in the parody film, but quickly realised that it had created “a safe space” for the trans community. Many LGBT...
Report reveals the most hostile states in the US for LGBTQ+ people
US states vary greatly in their LGBTQ+ legislation – or lack thereof. (Image: Getty/Canva) A new ranking has named the five US states where life is hardest for LGBTQ+ people, and warns that conditions in those states are deteriorating year on year. The findings come from the eighth annual State L...
Madonna’s rare BBC One special with Graham Norton lands days before Confessions II
The 49-minute BBC One programme is billed as an in-depth discussion spanning Madonna’s life and career, airing a week before the new album. The post Madonna’s rare BBC One special with Graham Norton lands days before Confessions II appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans ne...
David Furnish warns politics is undoing decades of progress against AIDS
The Elton John AIDS Foundation chair says cuts to LGBTQ+ civil society and shrinking public data are already hitting testing and PrEP uptake. The post David Furnish warns politics is undoing decades of progress against AIDS appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGB...
Jinkx Monsoon to make West End debut in Oh, Mary! as Mary Todd Lincoln
Monsoon will play Mary Todd Lincoln at Trafalgar Theatre from 17 August to 26 September, following Catherine Tate and creator Cole Escola. The post Jinkx Monsoon to make West End debut in Oh, Mary! as Mary Todd Lincoln appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ n...
Pulse nightclub shooting victim’s families renew questions over police response 10 years on
Ahead of the 12 June anniversary, relatives cite claims of “survivable wounds” and say faster action could have saved loved ones. The post Pulse nightclub shooting victim’s families renew questions over police response 10 years on appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans new...
Pope Leo tells Barcelona worshippers: “We cannot believe in Jesus and promote war” amid Trump row
Speaking at the Sagrada Familia, the pontiff also urged Christians not to “abandon… those who flee from misery” as Spain’s royals attended. The post Pope Leo tells Barcelona worshippers: “We cannot believe in Jesus and promote war” amid Trump row appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, ...
Stop! That! Train! reviews hail RuPaul’s camp disaster spoof with 88% Rotten Tomatoes debut
With an 87% Fresh score on Rotten Tomatoes at the time of writing, critics say the drag-led chaos is best enjoyed as a big, boozy night out. The post Stop! That! Train! reviews hail RuPaul’s camp disaster spoof with 88% Rotten Tomatoes debut appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi an...
Celebrities reportedly skip Trump’s White House birthday fight night celebrations
Adam Sandler, Jared Leto and Dwayne Johnson are among the stars said to be staying away as the South Lawn show faces a legal challenge. The post Celebrities reportedly skip Trump’s White House birthday fight night celebrations appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | ...
Police Chiefs face legal challenge over trans guidance on strip searches
Sex Matter wants judges to overturn the NPCC guidance, with a High Court hearing due to start on 16 June. The post Police Chiefs face legal challenge over trans guidance on strip searches appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.
Oxford free-speech row deepens as 117 academics back reinstatement of cancelled gender-law lectures
The signatories say officials allowed protests inside the lecture theatre, after disruptions led Dr Michael Foran to cancel the remaining talks. The post Oxford free-speech row deepens as 117 academics back reinstatement of cancelled gender-law lectures appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian...
‘Vanderpump Rules’ star Dayna Kathan comes out as a “late in life” lesbian
‘Vanderpump Rules’ star Dayna Kathan has come out as a lesbian to celebrate Pride month. Taking to Instagram on 8 June, Kathan shared a carousel of joyful photos of herself with a handful of friends as they enjoyed Pride festivities. The former ‘Vanderpump’ cast member even wore a vest top with ...
Unite union audit raises concerns over Green Party pay and HR conditions
The union’s staff survey found 47% were struggling financially, as the party said rising income from “massively increased membership” would help fix resourcing. The post Unite union audit raises concerns over Green Party pay and HR conditions appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi a...
Simu Liu warns of online ‘bad actors’ as he defends Hudson Williams over resurfaced swastika photo
The Marvel star said he has “trauma” from online fabrications being turned into “massive” hate campaigns, and urged people to “be careful”. The post Simu Liu warns of online ‘bad actors’ as he defends Hudson Williams over resurfaced swastika photo appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay,...
Jennifer An details alleged 2009 choking by Kanye West on La Roux set as court filing cites “horrific” messages
The America’s Next Top Model finalist has also spoken about the allegation on the BBC’s Fame Under Fire podcast. The post Jennifer An details alleged 2009 choking by Kanye West on La Roux set as court filing cites “horrific” messages appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans ...
David Harbour says Lily Allen’s West End Girl fallout sparked a “frightening mental health emergency”
In a new Variety interview, the actor also talks about transforming for HBO’s DTF St. Louis and why he felt ready to leave Stranger Things behind. The post David Harbour says Lily Allen’s West End Girl fallout sparked a “frightening mental health emergency” appeared first on PinkNews | Latest les...
‘We are so proud’: Zohran Mamdani frames New York as a Pride ‘haven’ under Trump
At the city’s inaugural mayoral Pride celebration, Mamdani pointed to a new LGBTQIA+ office, a trans safety campaign and $15m for gender-affirming care. The post ‘We are so proud’: Zohran Mamdani frames New York as a Pride ‘haven’ under Trump appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi a...
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