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Amber Glenn has made history by becoming the first out LGBTQ+ woman to compete in women's figure skating. The 26-year-old figure skater, who identifies as bisexual and pansexual, will compete at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy.

Amber Glenn has made history by becoming the first out LGBTQ+ woman to compete in women's figure skating. The 26-year-old figure skater, who identifies as bisexual and pansexual, will compete at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy.

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An artist has recreated some of the most iconic moments from Heated Rivalry entirely in LEGO. The artist, known as Nico (legopathie), brought fan-favourite scenes to life including the shower scene, the lakeside kiss, and the cottage reunion, turning the hockey romance into miniature form brick-by-brick. The minifigures are even complete with their own plastic bubble butts.

An artist has recreated some of the most iconic moments from Heated Rivalry entirely in LEGO. The artist, known as Nico (legopathie), brought fan-favourite scenes to life including the shower scene, the lakeside kiss, and the cottage reunion, turning the hockey romance into miniature form brick-by-brick. The minifigures are even complete with their own plastic bubble butts.

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Adult film performer Seth Peterson has reportedly died aged 28 after being found at his home in Los Angeles. Read more ➡️

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Adult film performer Seth Peterson has reportedly died aged 28 after being found at his home in Los Angeles. Read more ➡️

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Trans graduate assistant Mel Curth has been removed from her position at the University of Oklahoma after a Christian student complained a failing grade she received in a psychology essay – because she cited the Bible rather than empirical evidence – was a violation of her right to free speech.

Trans graduate assistant Mel Curth has been removed from her position at the University of Oklahoma after a Christian student complained a failing grade she received in a psychology essay – because she cited the Bible rather than empirical evidence – was a violation of her right to free speech.

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Married influencers Toby and Mikey Perryman-Payne, known together as Toby’s Home, have shared a harrowing story that saw them drugged and sexually assaulted. The couple share home renovation and organisation ideas on social media. Their Instagram account has more than 616,000 followers. However they recently shared some different content, opening up to their followers about a horrific ordeal they’d been through during a past trip to Los Angeles. Toby said in the video: “When we were in LA in September 2024, we went for dinner in West Hollywood and then went to a bar afterwards. We ordered one drink and then completely blacked out.” He went on: “I then woke up in a completely strange place, with a person I didn’t recognise and I had been completely stripped of all my clothes.” Toby went on to explain that he soon realised he was “surrounded” by weapons, but did not elaborate on exactly what he saw.

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Married influencers Toby and Mikey Perryman-Payne, known together as Toby’s Home, have shared a harrowing story that saw them drugged and sexually assaulted. The couple share home renovation and organisation ideas on social media. Their Instagram account has more than 616,000 followers. However they recently shared some different content, opening up to their followers about a horrific ordeal they’d been through during a past trip to Los Angeles. Toby said in the video: “When we were in LA in September 2024, we went for dinner in West Hollywood and then went to a bar afterwards. We ordered one drink and then completely blacked out.” He went on: “I then woke up in a completely strange place, with a person I didn’t recognise and I had been completely stripped of all my clothes.” Toby went on to explain that he soon realised he was “surrounded” by weapons, but did not elaborate on exactly what he saw.

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Ty Tennant has praised his father, actor David Tennant, for his ongoing LGBTQ+ allyship, telling Attitude that “it’s not for show, it’s a clear translation of his character.” His comments come after starring in new queer short film ‘Every Time I See a Yellow Car’, which recently premiered at BFI Flare.

Ty Tennant has praised his father, actor David Tennant, for his ongoing LGBTQ+ allyship, telling Attitude that “it’s not for show, it’s a clear translation of his character.” His comments come after starring in new queer short film ‘Every Time I See a Yellow Car’, which recently premiered at BFI Flare.

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Drag Race UK star Bimini has apologised for wearing a Union Jack during the United Kingdolls tour in Australia. The drag queen addressed social media backlash to the outfits while performing. They said: “I see you, I hear you and I actually took time to understand why that flag carries, I mean I knew a lot of it to be honest, but why it carries weight, pain and history. Especially in a place that was so violently colonised.”

Drag Race UK star Bimini has apologised for wearing a Union Jack during the United Kingdolls tour in Australia. The drag queen addressed social media backlash to the outfits while performing. They said: “I see you, I hear you and I actually took time to understand why that flag carries, I mean I knew a lot of it to be honest, but why it carries weight, pain and history. Especially in a place that was so violently colonised.”

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A Japanese football star has proudly come out as a trans man – and fans are pouring in the love. Marumi Yamazaki, 35, marked New Year’s Day by coming out to fans in a heartfelt picture alongside his wife.

A Japanese football star has proudly come out as a trans man – and fans are pouring in the love. Marumi Yamazaki, 35, marked New Year’s Day by coming out to fans in a heartfelt picture alongside his wife.

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Harry Potter actor Brendan Gleeson has opened up about other Harry Potter stars coming out against JK Rowling's views on trans people. When asked by The Independent, the Mad-Eye Moody actor said: "I think this is what we can best do as artists: show people that they’re better off being compassionate, being kinder."

Harry Potter actor Brendan Gleeson has opened up about other Harry Potter stars coming out against JK Rowling's views on trans people. When asked by The Independent, the Mad-Eye Moody actor said: "I think this is what we can best do as artists: show people that they’re better off being compassionate, being kinder."

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Rhett Douglas Messerly, popularly known by his adult film alias Scott Finn, has died at the age of 27, according to an online obituary written by his family. Read more:

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Rhett Douglas Messerly, popularly known by his adult film alias Scott Finn, has died at the age of 27, according to an online obituary written by his family. Read more:

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The 19-year-old transgender student who was fatally st*bbed near the University of Washington on Sunday night (10 May) has been identified as Juniper Blessing, remembered by loved ones as “the most amazing human being we have ever known.” Read more ➡️

The 19-year-old transgender student who was fatally st*bbed near the University of Washington on Sunday night (10 May) has been identified as Juniper Blessing, remembered by loved ones as “the most amazing human being we have ever known.” Read more ➡️

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Actor Lukas Gage has clarified his sexuality.The 'White Lotus' and 'Overcompensating' star addressed his sexuality on the 'In Your Dreams' podcast with co-star Owen Thiele."I'm like 10% straight or 10% bi" Gage confirmed.

Actor Lukas Gage has clarified his sexuality.The 'White Lotus' and 'Overcompensating' star addressed his sexuality on the 'In Your Dreams' podcast with co-star Owen Thiele."I'm like 10% straight or 10% bi" Gage confirmed.

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Ignacio “Nacho” Lago is being celebrated across Argentina after a resurfaced interview featuring a heartfelt message from his boyfriend went viral. The 23-year-old winger, who plays for Club Atlético Colón, was visibly moved during a July 2025 clip on a weekly show ‘Sangre y Luto’, a co-production between AIRE de Santa Fe and Colón. The clip shows Lago reacting to a surprise video from his partner, Gonzalo, in which Gonzalo expresses love and support for Lago.

Ignacio “Nacho” Lago is being celebrated across Argentina after a resurfaced interview featuring a heartfelt message from his boyfriend went viral. The 23-year-old winger, who plays for Club Atlético Colón, was visibly moved during a July 2025 clip on a weekly show ‘Sangre y Luto’, a co-production between AIRE de Santa Fe and Colón. The clip shows Lago reacting to a surprise video from his partner, Gonzalo, in which Gonzalo expresses love and support for Lago.

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Ice hockey player Radko Gudas has apologised for shouting a gay slur at the Winter Olympics last week, saying he “didn’t realise the full meaning” of the word. Gudas, who plays for the Anaheim Ducks in the National Hockey League (NHL) but was competing for Team Czechia in Milan, caused outrage last week when he yelled “f****** c*** sucker” after injuring Sidney Crosby in his losing game against Canada. “I’m a very passionate guy,” Gudas told The Athletic on 25 February. “I put my heart on a sleeve, and I take the game very seriously. I didn’t realise at that moment the full meaning of the word and I’m really sorry they had to be part of it.

Ice hockey player Radko Gudas has apologised for shouting a gay slur at the Winter Olympics last week, saying he “didn’t realise the full meaning” of the word. Gudas, who plays for the Anaheim Ducks in the National Hockey League (NHL) but was competing for Team Czechia in Milan, caused outrage last week when he yelled “f****** c*** sucker” after injuring Sidney Crosby in his losing game against Canada. “I’m a very passionate guy,” Gudas told The Athletic on 25 February. “I put my heart on a sleeve, and I take the game very seriously. I didn’t realise at that moment the full meaning of the word and I’m really sorry they had to be part of it.

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The Trump administration has redesigned the 'tacky' Kennedy Center Honours medal, removing the rainbow sash.The original sash had been used since the inception of the honors in 1978.

The Trump administration has redesigned the 'tacky' Kennedy Center Honours medal, removing the rainbow sash.The original sash had been used since the inception of the honors in 1978.

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Dominik Krause has been elected mayor of Munich, marking a historic moment as both the first Green Party leader and the city’s first out gay mayor. The 35-year-old secured victory with 56.4% of the vote, defeating former Social Democratic Party mayor Dieter Reiter in the run-off. Krause celebrated the win by kissing his fiancé, Sebastian Müller, after thanking “the love of my life, without whom all of this would not have been possible.” Sharing the moment on Instagram, he wrote: “Munich, you are simply insane! Our town has chosen to break the dawn today. Thank you for this incredible trust. Let’s get it on!” Krause, who has served on the city council since 2014 and became Second Mayor in 2023, is a Green politician, with a focus on climate action, sustainable urban development, digitalisation, and social policy. As mayor, he has pledged to prioritise affordable housing, accelerate transport reform, strengthen climate protections, and champion an open, cosmopolitan Munich. Video: Newsflare

Dominik Krause has been elected mayor of Munich, marking a historic moment as both the first Green Party leader and the city’s first out gay mayor. The 35-year-old secured victory with 56.4% of the vote, defeating former Social Democratic Party mayor Dieter Reiter in the run-off. Krause celebrated the win by kissing his fiancé, Sebastian Müller, after thanking “the love of my life, without whom all of this would not have been possible.” Sharing the moment on Instagram, he wrote: “Munich, you are simply insane! Our town has chosen to break the dawn today. Thank you for this incredible trust. Let’s get it on!” Krause, who has served on the city council since 2014 and became Second Mayor in 2023, is a Green politician, with a focus on climate action, sustainable urban development, digitalisation, and social policy. As mayor, he has pledged to prioritise affordable housing, accelerate transport reform, strengthen climate protections, and champion an open, cosmopolitan Munich. Video: Newsflare

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Netherlands has appointed its first openly gay and youngest prime minister. The new dutch government was sworn in on Monday (23 February), with Rob Jetten becoming the country’s youngest and first openly gay prime minister. Jetten, who is the leader of the Democrats 66 (D66), won in the October elections last year, dethroning the far-right Freedom Party (PVV). He succeeds Dick Schoof, whose government collapsed in the summer of 2025, leading to snap elections.

Netherlands has appointed its first openly gay and youngest prime minister. The new dutch government was sworn in on Monday (23 February), with Rob Jetten becoming the country’s youngest and first openly gay prime minister. Jetten, who is the leader of the Democrats 66 (D66), won in the October elections last year, dethroning the far-right Freedom Party (PVV). He succeeds Dick Schoof, whose government collapsed in the summer of 2025, leading to snap elections.

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On this day in 2001: February 27: Willow Rosenberg and Tara Maclay shared their first on-screen kiss in Buffy the Vampire Slayer. While the 1990s saw a number of headline-grabbing same-sex kisses across TV, they were often treated as one-off moments. Willow and Tara, played by Alyson Hannigan and Amber Benson, were different. Their relationship was allowed to grow, evolve and exist as an integral part of the show’s story. The couple went on to become one of the first long-running female same-sex relationships on a major TV series. #BTVS

On this day in 2001: February 27: Willow Rosenberg and Tara Maclay shared their first on-screen kiss in Buffy the Vampire Slayer. While the 1990s saw a number of headline-grabbing same-sex kisses across TV, they were often treated as one-off moments. Willow and Tara, played by Alyson Hannigan and Amber Benson, were different. Their relationship was allowed to grow, evolve and exist as an integral part of the show’s story. The couple went on to become one of the first long-running female same-sex relationships on a major TV series. #BTVS

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Today (9 March) marks the birthday of American actor Kerr Smith, known widely for playing Jack McPhee on the TV drama ‘Dawson’s Creek’. Actor Kerr Smith recalled being targeted by protestors in an interview on the ‘Pod Meets World’ podcast in November 2025— after his character on ‘Dawson’s Creek’ made history with the first kiss between two men on American network television. The scene marked a landmark moment for LGBTQ+ representation, during the season three finale, Smith kissed prep school student Ethan Brody (Adam Kaufman), and the actor recalled he almost came face-to-face with protestors who were “angry as hell”.

Today (9 March) marks the birthday of American actor Kerr Smith, known widely for playing Jack McPhee on the TV drama ‘Dawson’s Creek’. Actor Kerr Smith recalled being targeted by protestors in an interview on the ‘Pod Meets World’ podcast in November 2025— after his character on ‘Dawson’s Creek’ made history with the first kiss between two men on American network television. The scene marked a landmark moment for LGBTQ+ representation, during the season three finale, Smith kissed prep school student Ethan Brody (Adam Kaufman), and the actor recalled he almost came face-to-face with protestors who were “angry as hell”.

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A rainbow bridge created by a Girl Scout troop to memorialise pets that have passed away has been vandalised – and people think anti-LGBTQ+ bigots are behind it.

A rainbow bridge created by a Girl Scout troop to memorialise pets that have passed away has been vandalised – and people think anti-LGBTQ+ bigots are behind it.

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Patagonia has filed a trademark infringement lawsuit against Pattie Gonia (Wyn Wiley), an environmentalist drag queen who has raised nearly $4 million for climate nonprofits The outdoor clothing company sued Wiley on January 21 in federal court in Los Angeles, claiming that Wiley's September trademark application to use "Pattie Gonia" for clothing and environmental activism would "irreparably harm" the brand. Patagonia is only seeking $1 in damages plus legal fees, but Wiley has pointed out the real cost: fighting to keep their drag name would rack up thousands in legal fees, money that could go toward environmental causes instead. "This is not a brand conflict," Wiley said in a video posted to Instagram on Wednesday, May 27. "This is a corporation trying to erase an activist. This is how corporations bully individuals who cannot match their resources." Wiley has spent 8 years building a community of over 3 million people, raising almost $4 million for environmental nonprofits. In an open letter to Patagonia's CEO and board, Pattie Gonia questioned the company's commitment to its stated mission: "If Patagonia is 'in business to save the home planet,' why are they suing a climate activist?" The drag queen acknowledged their merch involved "playful parody" of Patagonia but denied ever using the company's branding, logo, or font. "Drag is built on parody, puns and jokes," they noted. Patagonia responded with a statement saying: "Over the past several years, we've tried to find a path forward that would allow Pattie Gonia to continue their work while also protecting the Patagonia trademark… Unfortunately, we could not reach an agreement." The company added: "This matter is not about seeking financial gain, nor is it about challenging anyone's identity or right to advocacy, protest, or creative expression. The last thing we wanted was a legal fight with someone who shares our values." "You are what you do, not what you say you are," The drag queen told Patagonia's founder Yvon Chouinard, referencing his own words about corporate action matching values.

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Dan and Phil had fans over the moon— and then subsequently laughing— after posting an April Fool's video showing Dan Howell getting on bended knee to propose to Phil Lester. Starting out the video with a clip of a suit-clad Dan Howell showing the camera a Haribo ring, he grabs Lester’s hand and details some of the reasons why he cares so deeply about their partnership. “You are the most important and, basically, only person in my life. We are roommates, male podcast hosts, we keep each other's piss stream steady… and now it's time to do something that I have always dreamt of,” Howell says, before getting down on one knee and asking Phil to be his “phusband”. Sadly, Phil refuses the proposal, claiming they’re “moving too fast,” and goes on to eat the candy ring, leaving Dan alone to deliver a heartbroken ad read to those still watching. The comedy duo confirmed in an October 2025 YouTube video that they’ve been in a relationship for the past 16 years after both Howell and Lester separately came out as gay in 2019. In the video, the pair opened up about the fact that they’ve been in a romantic relationship since 2009, in addition to vlogging and working together. Since publicly confirming their relationship, the couple have had plenty of fun sharing a slightly closer look at their relationship dynamic with fans, and making jokes about their partnership. This April Fool's Day joke marks the latest addition to the duo’s antics.

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