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🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Horror Tina: Necrophiliac Film that Blasphemes Jesus, Censored by the 'Queer' Bride of Frankenstein

A necrophiliac film that controversially blasphemes Jesus has been rejected by censors in Czechia.

Mar 22 • 13:36 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

'We can't recreate the past': Oxford Street blow as queer venue shutters

Oxford Street's iconic Stonewall Hotel has closed its doors unexpectedly after 28 years, leaving Sydney’s queer community to reflect on its future.

Mar 21 • 20:16 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Zanele Muholi - Queer South African Visual Activist Cements Their Global Influence

Zanele Muholi, a prominent South African visual activist, focuses on amplifying the experiences of Black lesbians and trans individuals through their impactful photography.

Mar 20 • 07:36 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

A Beautiful Confession from a Queer Couple

The article discusses the poignant story of Candy, a bisexual lesbian, and her partner Ryuksa, who passed away from cancer, highlighting the struggles and love shared between queer couples in South Korea.

Mar 19 • 20:44 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Discovering the history of Dublin while drinking cocktails: from a 'queer' activist to anonymous traders thanks to The Sidecar

A cocktail bar in Dublin, The Sidecar, transforms historical street photographs into a drink menu that celebrates the city’s popular history.

Mar 17 • 04:25 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Valentina Merli, the Italian awarded at the Oscars: “What an emotion to see DiCaprio smile from the stage"

Italian producer Valentina Merli was recognized at the Oscars for her short film "Two People Exchanging Saliva," which portrays a queer love story set in a dystopian future where kisses are forbidden.

Mar 17 • 04:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

In the City Tips: Cat Imitation, Clairvoyance and Everything Else You Don’t Want to Miss This Week in Copenhagen

This week's highlights in Copenhagen include the performance festival IPAF featuring queer artistic expressions and various cultural events across the city.

Mar 16 • 21:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Isaac Julien: art, restitution, and ‘queer’ desire in black communities

The Lázaro Galdiano Museum in Madrid is showcasing Isaac Julien's immersive video installation 'Once Again... (Statues Never Die)', highlighting his political advocacy through dialogue and poetry.

Mar 16 • 04:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Harry Styles kisses male SNL star as he silences 'queer baiting' claims

Harry Styles addressed 'queer baiting' claims and delighted fans by kissing male SNL cast member Ben Marshall during his opening monologue on Saturday Night Live.

Mar 15 • 12:08 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Domino Association Brings 'Trans Archive' and Argentine Transvestites to Zagreb

The LGBT association Domino is bringing a 'trans archive' and Argentine transvestites to Zagreb, funded by taxpayers.

Mar 13 • 12:25 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Queens of Joy

The Ukrainian film 'Queens of Joy' presents a unique perspective on war through the lens of Kyiv's queer community.

Mar 13 • 11:58 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

New Books in Literature on March 13

A roundup of new literary works highlighting various themes such as queer utopia, independent storytelling, and reflections on tragedy in Western literature.

Mar 12 • 12:37 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Poetry, cancer, and queer love in the documentary that aspires to win the Oscar

The documentary 'Come See Me In The Good Light', produced and starring Tig Notaro, explores the final months of poet Andrea Gibson's life amid their battle with terminal cancer.

Mar 12 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The Finance Police at Cinecittà. Documents for 'M. The Son of the Century' and the film 'Queer' have been acquired

The Italian Finance Police have conducted an investigation at Cinecittà, acquiring documents related to the films 'Queer' and 'M. Il figlio del secolo' amid allegations of tax fraud.

Mar 10 • 14:56 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

"Normal Family". Anita and Ro were friendly colleagues, but then they fell in love

Anita and Ro, both teachers, navigated eight years of friendship before realizing their romantic feelings for each other in a journey of self-discovery.

Mar 10 • 02:30 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Gallery: An exhibition dedicated to women and queer voices has opened at Bästard gallery

An exhibition titled "Out of Line," focused on women, trans, and queer voices, has launched at Bästard gallery in Tallinn and will run throughout March.

Mar 8 • 10:57 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

After a disappointing experience.. "Pixar" reveals reasons for removing the hero's queerness from the movie "Elio"

Pixar removed references to the queer identity of the hero in its upcoming film "Elio" to avoid putting parents in uncomfortable discussions with their children.

Mar 8 • 10:45 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Hasselblad Prize to Queer Activist: 'Photography is My Truth'

Zanele Muholi, an artist known for her powerful black and white photography depicting the Black LGBTQ community, has been awarded the Hasselblad Prize.

Mar 6 • 09:01 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Bob Carr, 'a masterpiece' and a horny queer fantasy: the best Australian books out in March

The article reviews notable Australian books released in March, highlighting memoirs and fiction that touch on themes of loss and hope.

Mar 5 • 14:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Breaking the Fast in Neukölln: "To be allowed to be as you are"

A diverse gathering in Neukölln, Berlin, brings together Muslims and non-Muslims to celebrate breaking the fast while advocating for freedom and diversity amidst rising threats from anti-Semitism and Islamism.

Mar 4 • 18:01 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

The Elocution of Benjamin Franklin review – Simon Burke is extraordinary in this timely queer classic

A review of a new production of the queer classic play "The Elocution of Benjamin Franklin" highlights Simon Burke's exceptional performance in a story that explores themes of sexuality and societal persecution.

Feb 27 • 14:00 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

From the first Mardi Gras to RuPaul, do you know your queer history?

Australia's upcoming Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras highlights the significance of LGBTQIA+ history and ongoing struggles for rights.

Feb 25 • 22:21 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
Life & Tech

From forbidden gay love to kinky queer romance: The latest film releases

A film critic discusses recent film releases, particularly focusing on 'The History of Sound,' a love story set during World War I that has drawn comparisons to 'Brokeback Mountain.'

Feb 25 • 15:38 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Obuljen Koržinek allocates funds for a ‘queer season’ and festival where the Croatian flag is destroyed

The Croatian Ministry of Culture has allocated €5,500 to the LGBT association Domino for events related to queer art and activism in 2026, amid controversy surrounding the association's ties to the political party Možemo and investigations into financial misconduct.

Feb 23 • 10:30 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Peaches' new album: Feminism, a never-ending mission!

Queer pop icon Peaches returns with her first album in over a decade, challenging conventions and societal shaming surrounding sexuality and aging.

Feb 23 • 07:03 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

The Blood Countess: Isabelle Huppert dares it all, now as the bloodiest 'queer' vampire queen

Isabelle Huppert stars in a provocative new role as a vampire queen, exploring themes of individuality and oppression in the genre.

Feb 22 • 04:24 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Šarić: Dobrović and Domino would still take money for stripping Argentine transvestites and other 'queer' waste

The article critically discusses a recent interview by Zvonimir Dobrović, a producer associated with LGBT culture in Croatia, highlighting the contentious relationship between queer cultural initiatives and public funding.

Feb 19 • 06:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
Crime & Justice

Shia LaBeouf allegedly called queer man homophobic slurs before New Orleans arrest

Shia LaBeouf has been accused of hurling homophobic slurs at two men before being arrested in New Orleans for allegedly assaulting them.

Feb 18 • 22:45 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

"Obi Is A Boy" by Nigerian Dika Ofoma: "There is not just one way to be a man"

Nigerian filmmaker Dika Ofoma discusses his short film 'Obi Is A Boy,' which explores the complexities of masculinity and queer identity.

Feb 18 • 16:41 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

"No Latinos, No Asians, No Fat, No Twink... There Are People on Grindr Who Cause a Lot of Harm": How an App Shaped a Generation's Sexual Life

A critical examination of Grindr highlights various social complaints and the impact of the app on the sexual dynamics of the queer community.

Feb 17 • 04:30 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Joel Quayson in one word, one gesture, and one silence

Joel Quayson's exhibition "How Do You Feel?" explores the challenges of personal identity through his experience as a Black queer artist.

Feb 16 • 14:37 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Sandra Hüller: 'People who were about to become freer are threatened again'

Sandra Hüller receives acclaim for her role in the queer drama 'Rose,' set in 17th-century Germany, where she portrays a woman disguising herself as a man to evade oppressive gender roles.

Feb 16 • 07:39 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Celebrating a Queer Lunar New Year: 'If Sexual Minorities are Happy, Everyone is Happy'

A Korean LGBTQ+ advocacy group launched a campaign highlighting the struggles of sexual minorities during traditional family gatherings around Lunar New Year.

Feb 16 • 05:31 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

How queer communities are finding strength in sport after hate

The article explores how LGBTQIA+ communities in Australia are gaining confidence and forming supportive networks through sports, despite facing a history of homophobia.

Feb 15 • 19:08 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Sunday sermon: God walks with everyone, blessing belongs to singles, divorced, and queer people

Christian communities in Slovakia emphasize that God's blessing is inclusive and not limited to traditional marriage, urging the church to respect love without borders.

Feb 15 • 15:54 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

"Here in the country, one grows up with an illusion that everyone has the same opportunities and that everyone can become what they want"

The article discusses the themes of youth and societal challenges as depicted in the nominated young adult novels.

Feb 15 • 09:16 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

"There must be room for the many young people who are invisible in literature and media"

A piece highlighting the importance of representation for young queer individuals and underrepresented families in literature, as captured in the nominated works for the Forever Young category.

Feb 15 • 09:16 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Queer Eye's Jonathan Van Ness reveals what makes British men 'really hot'

Jonathan Van Ness praises the attractiveness of British men, citing personal experience and celebrity examples.

Feb 14 • 10:00 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Saskatchewan’s modern dating world and why people are straying away from apps

The article discusses the challenges of modern dating in Saskatchewan, highlighting a shift away from dating apps due to the complexities of online interactions and a desire for more authentic connections.

Feb 14 • 00:52 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Incheon City Loses Administrative Lawsuit Over Denial of Queer Festival in Incheon Atteul

Incheon City has lost an administrative lawsuit against the organizing committee of the Incheon Queer Culture Festival, which sought to hold the event in Incheon Atteul public square despite the city's previous denial.

Feb 13 • 14:10 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

The best thing about the Olympics is the ski jumpers' penis fillers

The article humorously discusses various quirky perspectives on the Winter Olympics, highlighting unique cultural references and personal reflections.

Feb 13 • 00:00 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Openly gay men in elite sport are rare, leaving women to lead queer inclusion

The article discusses the lack of openly gay men in elite sports and highlights women's sports as leading the way in queer inclusion initiatives.

Feb 12 • 19:42 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Ghanaian-Dutch artist Joel Quayson explores faith and queer identity in Paris exhibition

Ghanaian-Dutch artist Joel Quayson highlights the interplay of faith and queer identity in his latest exhibition in Paris, reflecting on his personal experiences and cultural background.

Feb 12 • 15:49 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Pictures: The Hobusepea Gallery opened Maria Izabella Lehtsaar's exhibition 'Rabbits Stroke Your Head'

Maria Izabella Lehtsaar's exhibition titled 'Rabbits Stroke Your Head' explores the experiences of marginalized individuals, particularly within queer communities, through the lens of trauma and violence.

Feb 12 • 07:19 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

LGBTQ Films in Munich: Queer Desire

The article discusses the film 'Plainclothes', which depicts a police officer's struggles in a homophobic environment as he navigates his undercover role and his own sexual identity.

Feb 11 • 11:08 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

The Winter Olympics set a record for visible LGBTQ+ athletes

The Winter Olympics in Italy features a record 47 openly queer athletes, marking significant milestones for LGBTQ+ representation in sports.

Feb 10 • 15:15 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Cologne State Protection Investigates: Queer Referee Apparently Attacked Multiple Times

Pascal Kaiser, a queer amateur referee from Cologne, has reportedly been attacked multiple times following his viral marriage proposal to his partner.

Feb 10 • 15:04 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'Outstanding' period drama 'robbed of an Oscar' on BBC tonight

'Queer,' a 1950s period drama set in Mexico City and Ecuador, is being praised by fans for its storytelling and performances, even as it was overlooked for Oscars.

Feb 10 • 07:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Queer Rodeo: Where Cowboys Wear Makeup to Dismantle Conservative Clichés

Queer Rodeo seeks to challenge gender stereotypes amid a backdrop of LGBTQ+ rights regression in the United States.

Feb 8 • 04:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

I want to make it known that there are 'women queers' in the legal profession as well

Kim Eun-jae, the first chairperson of the Korean Women Queer Lawyers Association, emphasizes the visibility and voices of women queers in the conservative legal field, stating their group officially launched to support this community.

Feb 5 • 09:17 UTC

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