Entertainment & Media
Madonna announces Confessions II and a return to the dance floor
Madonna has revealed a new album titled Confessions II, reconnecting with Stuart Price and framing the club as an almost…
Wes Streeting signals support for trans youth as NHS gender care is reassessed
Health secretary Wes Streeting outlines why changes to NHS gender services are happening and how young people will be supported during the review
Inside chemsex: a clinician’s account of chemical loves and social harm
A psychiatrist at Saint-Antoine Hospital and teacher at Sorbonne Université draws on clinical practice to examine the phenomenon of chemsex and its social roots
Comedy’s quiet revolution: queer performers claiming the mic
A former Raw Comedy contestant remembers the early years of being the only out comic and celebrates a shift to inclusive line-ups that let queer artists simply perform
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Lezzer Fest 2026: your guide to the day-long dyke festival in London
Lezzer Fest returns as a one-day celebration of dyke nightlife, featuring collectives, DJs and performance from across the UK
Misua of Drag Race Philippines dies at 27 as production pauses
Fans mourn Misua, a graphic designer and drag artist from Cagayan de Oro, after her untimely death; filming for Drag Race Philippines season four has been paused
Nagelsmann calls for more gay and bi footballers to be open about their identities
Julian Nagelsmann praised a St Pauli coach who came out and encouraged more gay and bisexual men in football to speak openly about who they are
Chemsex and mental health: risks, roots and how to help
Psychiatrist Jean‑Victor Blanc examines how chemsex reflects broader challenges in gay mental health, explains clinical dangers, and describes paths to support and community action
Lezzer Fest volume II brings dyke nightlife to Vauxhall
Celebrate Gal Pals’ growing festival with ten collectives, DJs and a day of queer nightlife
Blue Film trailer teases controversial camboy drama with Kieron Moore and Reed Birney
the new trailer for Blue Film introduces a charged encounter between a camboy and a former teacher, promising a raw, polarizing drama
Same-sex households reach 1.4 million in 2026 as female couples lead
New Census Bureau figures show growth in same-sex households, with female couples now the majority and married households increasing sharply
Why chemsex demands focused health responses and community awareness
A psychiatrist working at Saint-Antoine and Sorbonne University presents clinical insights and a call for political and community action on chemsex
Best queer TV shows to binge on a long weekend
A compact guide to queer shows perfect for a no-plans couch day
Bridgerton season five centres Francesca and Michaela — why reactions are mixed
Netflix’s announcement that season five will foreground Francesca and Michaela has reignited debates about adaptation choices, queer representation and the boundaries of fandom
Scott Mills issues statement after police investigation and BBC exit
Scott Mills has broken silence over a past police probe that was closed by prosecutors; he confirms cooperation, asks for privacy and thanks supporters
New Senegal law doubles prison terms and criminalises promotion of homosexuality
The Senegalese parliament approved tougher penalties for same‑sex relations and the president promulgated the text, prompting alarm from rights groups and the UN
IOC mandates SRY screening for women’s events as athletes push back
Two prominent athletes have criticised the IOC’s return to genetic sex screening, arguing it risks policing women’s bodies while raising ethical and scientific questions
Unexpected exit: Jane Don’t leaves Drag Race after dramatic lip-sync
Jane Don’t’s sudden departure from Drag Race sent fans into disbelief after a comical challenge and an intense lip-sync showdown
Idaho parental notification bill could force disclosure of transgender students to parents
A sweeping Idaho measure would compel disclosure of youth gender identity to parents and expose professionals to legal penalties
Supreme Court decision overturns Colorado conversion therapy prohibition for minors
The US Supreme Court found that Colorado’s prohibition on conversion therapy for minors violates free speech protections, a ruling with wide legal and public health implications
Sydney leather festival paused indefinitely while title contests and parties proceed
Organisers have paused the Sydney Leather Festival indefinitely but emphasise that the wider leather, fetish, and kink scene in Sydney remains active
Mighty Hoopla 2026 lineup: queer icons, DJs and headliners
Get a first look at the artists bringing queer anthems and dancefloor energy to Mighty Hoopla
Kinky Boots revival at the Coliseum: Johannes Radebe shines in a spirited reboot
Kinky Boots at the Coliseum is a high-energy revival anchored by Johannes Radebe’s magnetic Lola and Matt Cardle’s strong vocals, buoyed by vibrant choreography and sumptuous design
Bradley Riches shares family loss ahead of his wedding to Scott Johnson
Bradley Riches announced the loss of his grandmother shortly before he and Scott Johnson are due to marry, and fans and celebrity friends have offered support
Martin Parr retrospective Global Warning at Jeu de Paume
Discover how Martin Parr used bright color, flash and an insider perspective to turn banal scenes into a sustained social and ecological study
Government withholds Sackar Review into hate crime laws after order to release
A commissioned review into NSW hate crime laws led by John Sackar was ordered released by Parliament but remains withheld, prompting questions about cabinet confidentiality and public accountability