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🇦🇺 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
🇩🇪 taz
Life & Tech

Director about Live Sex Theater: 'Theater is always a kind of voyeurism'

Ruby Rawson discusses her queer feminist interpretation of the traditional live sex theater, aiming to blend theatrical moments with humor and performance art.

Feb 4 • 11:57 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
Life & Tech

The film Four Mothers gives voice to old women and queer men. The winning film from Film School enters cinemas

The film 'Four Mothers' addresses themes of aging and communication through technology, focusing on the relationship between an introverted Irish writer and his elderly mother recovering from a stroke.

Feb 3 • 05:30 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Life & Tech

ArtSpace Mexico opens its programming to queer art and sexual dissent projects with a critical focus

ArtSpace Mexico is launching exhibitions that embrace queer art and critically engage with themes of body and sexuality, marking a new phase in its 11-year history under the direction of Armando Martínez.

Feb 2 • 23:42 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
Crime & Justice

Anti-Queer Violence in Germany: 'These Are Also My Neighborhoods'

Quang Paasch, who was attacked by a group of men while waiting for a date in Berlin's Neukölln district, publicizes his ordeal to raise awareness about anti-queer violence.

Jan 16 • 18:49 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
Crime & Justice

Hatred Comments on the Internet: Condemned Anonymously

An investigation suggests that the Instagram user 'profdrcn', who has made derogatory remarks towards women and the queer community, may be a prominent judge who also teaches at a university.

Jan 16 • 11:08 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

'The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo': a 'queer' western about love in the open air

Diego Céspedes' debut film presents a 'queer' western set in the Atacama Desert, exploring the beauty of life on the margins through the interwoven lives of miners and the transgender community.

Jan 16 • 04:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
Sports

What Australian sport can learn from queer ice hockey hit Heated Rivalry

The queer ice hockey romance 'Heated Rivalry' is not only winning hearts but also increasing interest and attendance in ice hockey, highlighting the impact of inclusive storytelling in sports.

Jan 14 • 14:00 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
World

Russia’s Leading Publisher Shutters Queer-Interest YA Imprint Months After ‘Extremism’ Arrests

Russia's largest book publisher, Eksmo, has closed its young-adult imprint Popcorn Books amid a crackdown on LGBTQ+ literature following arrests of its employees.

Jan 13 • 16:15 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
Life & Tech

The Hit Series Heated Rivalry Shows How Long-Term Compromise Can Destroy You

Heated Rivalry, a six-part Canadian series, has unexpectedly become a cultural phenomenon, addressing themes of forbidden love and long-term compromise within the queer romantic genre.

Jan 11 • 14:20 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Life & Tech

"Sexy, Horny and Fun." Why the Series Heated Rivalry About Queer Hockey Players Amazed Women and Autistic People?

The article discusses the impact of the series 'Heated Rivalry,' featuring queer hockey players, and how it resonates with both women and individuals with autism.

Jan 10 • 12:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Sara Torres, writer: "As a woman, you learn to be frightened by the beauty of others"

Sara Torres, a prominent generational figure, emphasizes the vital reclamation of bodies from a queer identity perspective in her impactful debut novel 'Lo que hay.'

Jan 10 • 04:40 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Crispy Hugáceo, the 'drag queen' who roams the halls of the Thyssen

Hugáceo Crujiente, a drag queen, leads monthly guided tours at the Thyssen Museum in Madrid, offering a queer perspective on art history.

Jan 7 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Oliver Hemsley: "I don't want to define myself as an artist with a disability, but as a 'queer' artist. I love being gay"

English painter Oliver Hemsley discusses how he found salvation through the destruction of his own work and the acknowledgment of his physical limitations after a violent attack in 2008.

Jan 6 • 04:30 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
Life & Tech

This culture is spreading, being funded and planned

The article discusses the expansion of queer culture in Croatia and questions the lack of a better Croatian translation for the term 'queer.'

Jan 1 • 07:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Heartwarming and fun Netflix film is ‘teen version of Love Actually’

A 2019 romantic comedy, often referred to as the 'teen version of Love Actually', features refreshing queer storylines and is currently available to stream on Netflix.

Dec 31 • 08:00 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
Life & Tech

Book about "Hitler's Queer Artist": How Can a Person Reconcile Such Contradictions?

Art historian Nina Schedlmayer explores the contradictory life of expressionist painter Stephanie Hollenstein in her new study.

Dec 30 • 19:39 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Queer identifies one-quarter of Generation Z - Gap compared to the corresponding percentage in older generations

A new article maps the romantic lives of individuals aged 13-28, revealing that one-quarter of Generation Z identifies as queer, which signifies a notable gap compared to previous generations.

Dec 30 • 14:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Mariano Blatt, a poet and editor of contemporary Argentina

Mariano Blatt is an Argentine poet and editor from Buenos Aires, known for his work in queer and independent literature, who recently expanded his publishing house after living in Madrid from 2020 to 2024.

Dec 29 • 04:30 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
Life & Tech

Alternative Christmas Movies: When 'Love Actually' No Longer Works

The author suggests alternative Christmas movies for those tired of the same holiday classics, exploring genres like psychological thrillers, erotic thrillers, and queer romances.

Dec 25 • 18:01 UTC

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