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Pentagon forces Netflix to remove gay soldier scene
US Defence Department pressures Netflix to edit Australian series Heartbreak High, removing a same-sex intimate moment involving a military character after uniform policy concerns.
Sydney Gay Club Apologises for Chappell Roan Backlash
A prominent Sydney gay nightclub faces community outrage after controversial handling of lesbian pop hit 'Pink Pony' performance, prompting formal apology and policy review.
DVF: Why I married my gay husband
Fashion legend Diane von Furstenberg reveals the unconventional foundation of her decades-long marriage to Prince Egon von Furstenberg, sharing how embracing his sexuality strengthened their bond.
DVF reveals husband Barry Diller is gay in marriage confession
Legendary designer Diane von Furstenberg opens up about her unconventional 50-year marriage to media mogul Barry Diller, revealing his sexuality and their unique bond that defies traditional norms.
NSW funds literature to combat AI-generated stories
The New South Wales government launches a groundbreaking funding initiative to protect authentic Australian storytelling from the rising tide of AI-generated content, championing human creativity.
Sydney's Pink Pony faces backlash over gay men exclusion
Sydney's legendary LGBTQ+ venue Pink Pony faces community outrage after advertising a 'women and non-binary only' event, sparking debate about inclusion within queer spaces.
Victoria inquiry exposes church conversion practices
A landmark Victorian inquiry uncovers disturbing evidence of coercive control and harmful conversion practices within the secretive City Builders Church, prompting urgent calls for stronger legislation.
Can Xue & Krasznahorkai: Joint Nobel Literature Favourites
In an unprecedented twist, Chinese experimental writer Can Xue and Hungarian master Laszlo Krasznahorkai lead the race as joint favourites for the 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature, according to latest betting odds.
80s Housewife Superstar of Manchester's Gay Scene
The remarkable story of Avril A, the 80s housewife turned disco sensation who became an icon of Manchester's vibrant gay nightlife scene against all odds.
Museum declares Admiral Nelson was gay
London's National Maritime Museum makes landmark statement confirming Admiral Lord Nelson's homosexuality after years of speculation, citing his own words and relationships.
Manchester Gay Village predator jailed for 14 years
A dangerous sexual predator who systematically targeted vulnerable revellers in Manchester's Gay Village has been sentenced to 14 years behind bars for his calculated attacks.
Plainclothes: Gay cop's undercover turmoil in London
A searing psychological drama exposes the emotional toll of entrapment as a gay police officer goes undercover in London's LGBTQ+ community, blurring lines between duty and identity.
Gaza Poet: 'My Poems Are Part of My Flesh'
Exclusive interview with Palestinian poet Batool Abu Akleen reveals how she continues to write amidst the devastation of Gaza, transforming trauma into powerful verse that bears witness to her people's struggle.
Kash Patel, ex-Trump official, comes out as gay
Kash Patel, the former senior intelligence official under President Trump, has publicly come out as gay in an exclusive interview, discussing his journey and the response from political allies.
Eastenders: Johnny's heartbreaking confession to Callum
Emotional bombshell drops in Albert Square as Johnny Carter reveals crushing secret to Callum Highway in gripping Eastenders storyline about love and identity.
Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' expansion sparks Newsom backlash
California Governor Gavin Newsom launches scathing attack on Florida's expanded parental rights legislation, intensifying the cultural war between Democratic and Republican states.
Dave Franco's AI-Generated Film 'Together' Breaks New Ground
Dave Franco announces 'Together', a revolutionary short film created entirely by AI, exploring the life of a gay couple in China over three decades. A milestone for AI in cinema and LGBTQ+ representation.
Controversial 'Is He Gay?' Dating Show Axed After Backlash
A controversial American reality TV show, 'Is He Gay?', has been abruptly cancelled after just one episode. The programme, which featured a straight woman dating men who were either gay or straight, sparked a major backlash for its problematic premise.
Gay Couple Attacked in Boston Hate Crime
A gay couple was violently assaulted in Boston, Massachusetts, in a suspected homophobic attack. The assailants used anti-LGBTQ+ slurs during the assault, leaving one victim requiring surgery.
JoJo Siwa Clarifies Sexuality: 'I'm Not Gay'
Dance Pop sensation JoJo Siwa sets the record straight on her sexuality in a candid new interview, addressing the viral 'gay or straight' question and discussing her unique journey of self-discovery.
Hepburn's Secret Beverly Hills 'Gay House' for Sale
The historic Beverly Hills home secretly shared by Hollywood icon Katharine Hepburn and her rumoured lover, socialite Laura Harding, hits the market. Discover the story behind the legendary 'gay house' and its glamorous, hidden past.
Birmingham Nightclub Shooting: 22-Year-Old Man Killed
A 22-year-old man has been tragically killed in a targeted shooting outside Birmingham's Mango Nightclub. Police have launched a murder investigation and are appealing for witnesses to the late-night attack in the city's Gay Village.
Two Arrests After Birmingham Nightclub Shooting
West Midlands Police make two arrests following a shooting at Mango nightclub in Birmingham's Gay Village. The incident, which sent revellers fleeing, is being treated as a targeted attack.
Disgraced Harvard Head Claudine Gay Attacks Successor
Exclusive: Ousted Harvard President Claudine Gay breaks her silence with a scathing critique of her interim replacement, Alan Garber, accusing him of complicity in her downfall and igniting a new firestorm at the elite university.
Challenge Star Davis Mallory: "God Pulled Me Out of Being Gay"
Reality TV star Davis Mallory from The Challenge makes a stunning declaration about his sexuality and faith in a new interview, revealing a profound personal transformation.
DeSantis signs Florida bill erasing LGBTQ+ protections
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has enacted a sweeping new law that critics decry as a state-sanctioned effort to 'erase' LGBTQ+ individuals by dismantling key protections and censoring public discourse on sexual orientation and gender identity.
Ian McEwan: Modern Novels Beat The Classics
Acclaimed British author Ian McEwan argues that contemporary fiction surpasses the 19th-century novel in psychological depth and formal ambition. Discover his provocative defence of the modern novel.
Charlie Kirk in custody battle over gay teen's conversion claims
US conservative commentator Charlie Kirk and his wife are fighting for custody of a teenager who claims he was subjected to 'conversion practices' after coming out as gay. The explosive case involves allegations of psychological pressure and restricted fr
Corrie's Amanda Barrie Opens Up About Her Sexuality
Former Coronation Street star Amanda Barrie, famed for her role as Alma Baldwin, speaks openly about her sexuality and the pressures of being a gay actress in the 1960s in a revealing new interview.
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