LGBTQ+ charities in crisis as corporate donations halve
UK LGBTQ+ charities warn of a 'hostile environment' as corporate funding collapses. Stonewall's donations halved amid a global pushback on DEI and trans rights. Read the full analysis.
UK LGBTQ+ charities warn of a 'hostile environment' as corporate funding collapses. Stonewall's donations halved amid a global pushback on DEI and trans rights. Read the full analysis.
Discover how a new generation of readers, connected online, is transforming the UK's literary scene with romance and 'romantasy' novels, creating vibrant communities and events.
My Chemical Romance announce 2026 UK stadium tour. Fans can secure tickets from just £46 on resale sites for Wembley, Liverpool & Glasgow dates. Act now for the best deals.
Our review of the 2025 TV phenomenon 'Heated Rivalry' cuts through the hype. Is the steamy ice hockey romance worth the buzz? Stream on Sky and NOW from January 10, 2026.
Andrew Ngeh and Kath Oliver's love story began while volunteering in the South Pacific. From a paddleboard kiss to surviving a cyclone, discover their decade-long journey to marriage and parenthood.
As Brisbane prepares for the 2032 Olympics, historians highlight the suburb of Herston's origins in a secret 19th-century gay relationship between Queensland's first premier and his attorney general.
Crave and HBO's hit series 'Heated Rivalry' spotlights ice hockey's enduring struggle with LGBTQ+ visibility, questioning why the NHL still treats openness as a problem. Explore the paradox.
Māori and Pasifika-led vogue ballroom culture, born from New York's queer resistance, is now captivating mainstream audiences in New Zealand, with major events held at national institutions like Te Papa museum.
Drag Race legend Tia Kofi discusses her triple BBC game show victory, facing online abuse, and her mission to raise money for LGBTQ+ causes in 2026. Read the full interview.
Marty Mar, 45, shares his story of a lavender marriage with wife Brandi. They live as a family without intimacy, prioritising their daughter and shared life. Discover their unconventional love story.
Doctor Who showrunner Russell T Davies has gone public with his new partner, 27-year-old model Oliver Cole. The couple shared a Christmas selfie, with friends saying they are 'very much on the same wavelength'.
A man's journey from a Grindr connection to a devastating long-distance breakup in LA reveals the painful realities of mismatched expectations in modern queer relationships. Read his story.
Author Tareq Baconi excavates his queer and Palestinian identities in a powerful new memoir, 'Fire in Every Direction', weaving a love story with his family's history of dispossession. Discover his journey from Jordan to London.
Drag performer Amrou Al-Kadhi shares their journey from being typecast as a terrorist to celebrating their Iraqi-Egyptian roots through performance. Discover how a pivotal encounter at the Edinburgh Fringe changed everything.
Philip Channells recounts the instant connection with Sean that began online in 2005, defied distance, and has flourished for two decades. Discover the moment he knew.
A London couple shares how opening their home to asylum seekers through Refugees at Home has enriched their lives, created lasting bonds, and brought new meaning to festive traditions. Discover their inspiring story.
The Bookshop Darlinghurst, a beloved LGBTQ+ community hub on Oxford Street for 43 years, has shut its doors. Discover the story of its final days and the legacy of its long-serving staffer, Noel Lee.
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham issues a formal apology for past police failings against LGBTQ+ people, contrasting with the Chief Constable's refusal. Read the full story.
Ten years after Ireland's landmark Gender Recognition Act, a once-uncontroversial law faces growing scrutiny. Explore the journey from consensus to contention.
Romance fiction sales have surged to a record £69m in the UK, doubling in the US. Discover why this genre, from Emily Henry to 'romantasy', offers vital connection in turbulent times.
Comedian Rosie Jones confirms a new romance, opening up about past struggles with self-worth and the lack of disabled representation in love stories. Read her heartfelt announcement.
Mark Acklom, a serial conman who posed as an MI6 agent, has been ordered to repay £125,000 to his victim. Discover the full story of this complex romance fraud case.
Daniel Wood shares his emotional journey to becoming a single, gay father through adoption, culminating in his first magical Christmas with his 18-month-old son. Read his inspiring story.
Beatriz Bernal's pioneering 1545 knight's tale, the first Spanish novel by a woman, is reborn in an illustrated adaptation. Discover the strong female characters that predate Don Quixote.
Notorious fraudster Mark Acklom, who posed as a banker and MI6 agent, has been ordered to pay his victim £125,000 after a five-year court battle. Read the full story.
Notorious fraudster Mark Acklom, who posed as a banker and spy, must pay £125k compensation after a five-year court battle. Read the full story of the devastating romance scam.
Seattle organisers insist on Pride Match for 2026 World Cup despite protests from Iran and Egypt. A powerful statement on tolerance and local identity in global sport.
A man branded Britain's worst romance fraudster has been jailed for 17 years for scamming five divorced mothers out of nearly £1 million. Read the shocking details of his gambling-fuelled crimes.
Rosa von Praunheim, the provocative German film-maker whose 1971 film sparked a 'Stonewall moment', has died aged 83, days after marrying his partner. Read about his legacy.
The X-rated Canadian drama 'Heated Rivalry', hailed the sexiest show of 2025, is finally set for a UK release. Get the latest on the forbidden hockey romance that has fans hooked.