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Dave Chappelle slams Republicans for ‘weaponising’ his controversial trans jokes
Comedian Dave Chappelle has hit out at Republicans for “weaponising” his transgender jokes, which caused protests among Netflix employees. Back in 2021, Chappelle included jokes in his Netflix special, The Closer, which was branded transphobic. He and Netflix boss Ted Sarandos defended the so-cal...
Out gay rugby legend launches campaign to raise awareness for dangers of chemsex
Gareth Thomas, a former Wales captain and one of the first openly gay professional rugby players, has launched a new campaign with LGBTQ+ non-profit You Are Loved and Grindr to raise awareness of the dangers of chemsex and drug misuse in the LGBTQIA+ community. Speaking of the campaign, he said: ...
Brits get on the Aperol Spritz as soon as it hits this temperature, study finds
New research has discovered Brits turn to Aperol Spritz as soon as the weather warms up to a certain temperature. Temperatures in the UK are in that awkward spring period, when one day will see you in shorts and a T-shirt, and the next you’ll be bundled up in a coat getting rained on. But […] The...
What happens when LGBTQ+ couples divorce? Parenting, finances and your rights explained
Divorce is rarely simple. But for an LGBTQ+ couple, it can come with a few extra layers that aren’t always obvious at first, as Joe Ferguson, Associate Solicitor at Myerson Solicitors, specialising in family law solutions for LGBTQ+ individuals, writes for PinkNews. Legally, things have come a lo...
Senegal’s new anti-LGBTQ+ law used for first conviction as man jailed for six years
The ruling in Pikine-Guédiawaye near Dakar is an early sign of how quickly Senegal’s harsher penalties are being enforced. The post Senegal’s new anti-LGBTQ+ law used for first conviction as man jailed for six years appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.
Court allows lesbian group appeal to exclude trans women from events
A Federal Court in Australia has allowed an appeal for a trans-exclusionary lesbian group to legally ban trans women from its public events for five years amid a lengthy, high-profile battle. The Melbourne-based Lesbian Action Group has been fighting for an exemption to Australia’s Sex Discrimina...
Ella Morgan set to be first transgender star on Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins
Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins has reportedly cast its first ever trans contestant. Ella Morgan – who rose to fame on Married At First Sight UK in 2023 – is said to be joining the next celebrity series of the Channel 4 show. While trans contestants have previously appeared on the civilian version ...
Out hockey player says teammates are ‘gayer than him’ with locker room antics
The 23-year-old also shared how he came out to four close friends at home, and why humour helped him feel at ease on new teams. The post Out hockey player says teammates are ‘gayer than him’ with locker room antics appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.
Sapphic sport rom-com TV series based on novel Cleat Cute gets huge update
The ensemble comedy will follow four players on a New Orleans women’s football team, with Grace and Phoebe’s romance at its centre. The post Sapphic sport rom-com TV series based on novel Cleat Cute gets huge update appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.
Idaho law forcing schools and doctors to out trans youth signed by governor
On Friday (10 April) Idaho Gov. Brad Little signed a sweeping new law requiring teachers, healthcare providers, and childcare workers to inform parents within 72 hours if a minor expresses a transgender identity — even in cases where doing so could put the young person at risk. The “Pediatric Sec...
Euphoria fans question Zendaya’s designer wardrobe for junkie Rue: ‘Pay that lady back!’
Fans have also flagged other high-end pieces in the series three premiere, including Bottega looks worn by Jacob Elordi’s Nate. The post Euphoria fans question Zendaya’s designer wardrobe for junkie Rue: ‘Pay that lady back!’ appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | L...
EHRC update ‘does not apply to workplaces’, Bridget Phillipson says
Women and Equalities Minister Bridget Phillipson has said the Equality and Human Rights Commission’s (EHRC) updated code “does not apply to workplaces”. Employers have been waiting for guidance on policies surrounding single-sex spaces since the ruling in April 2025 that “sex” in the Equality Act...
Lance Bass shares sweet moment NSYNC’s Joey Fatone discovered he was gay
Former NSYNC star Lance Bass shared the sweet story of how fellow bandmate Joey Fatone accidentally became the first band member to find out he was gay. Bass and Fatone both spoke of the moment in an interview for Fatone’s upcoming docu-series Boy Band Confidential, with a clip from the series be...
Malcolm in the Middle reboot makes Stevie queer – and ‘anti-woke’ brigade are angry
The Disney+ Malcolm in the Middle reboot premiered last week, but one update has made some fans of the original angry. Actor Craig Lamar Traylor returned as Stevie Kenarban, Malcolm’s friend, and it was revealed he is in a relationship with a man, and together they have adopted a son. Malcolm in ...
LGBTQ+ community raises $83k to save city’s only lesbian bar
Denver’s LGBTQ+ community has come together to raise $83,000 and save the city’s only lesbian bar. Speakeasy-themed sapphic bar and cafe The Pearl announced via Instagram on 11 April that it would be closing its doors for good at the end of the month after just one year of business. “This stateme...
DoorDash driver shuts down Trump’s trans athlete question in White House photo-op
A planned White House press event highlighting tip tax relief took an unexpected turn when Donald Trump attempted to pivot the conversation to transgender athletes mid-event. The Monday (13 April) appearance featured Arkansas DoorDash driver Sharon Simmons, who delivered a McDonald’s order to the...
Caitlyn Jenner says she’s a ‘hypocrite’ for accepting Woman of the Year award
Caitlyn Jenner has called herself a “hypocrite” for accepting Glamour’s Woman of the Year award in 2015 because she’s “still XY”. The trans Republican made the comments to OutKick, telling right-wing reporter Tomi Lahren that she regrets accepting the accolade given her current campaign to keep t...
Jacob Tierney praised for frank discussion of HIV diagnosis in resurfaced clip
In a 2022 podcast episode, the Heated Rivalry creator spoke about becoming seriously ill after acquiring HIV at 34 and later developing Type 1 diabetes. The post Jacob Tierney praised for frank discussion of HIV diagnosis in resurfaced clip appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and...
Man ‘likely cured’ of HIV thanks to brother’s genetic mutation in transplant
The 64-year-old stopped antiretroviral medication 24 months after a transplant for bone marrow cancer, after his brother was found to carry a rare mutation. The post Man ‘likely cured’ of HIV thanks to brother’s genetic mutation in transplant appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi a...
Birmingham Pride boss announces plans to make event completely free by 2027
Birmingham Pride boss Lawrence Barton has announced his goal of making the city’s annual celebration completely free to attend by next year. Barton has been the director of Birmingham Pride since 2009, but has revealed he intends to leave after the 30th anniversary comes in 2027. This year, the P...
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