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Nearly 1 in 10 Americans Now Identify as LGBTQ+
The number of Americans identifying as queer has reached an unprecedented high, with 9.3% of US adults identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or something other than heterosexual in 2024, according to the latest Gallup poll recently released.
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Budapest Pride Shatters Records as 200,000 Defy Hungary’s Ban
A record-breaking crowd surged through the streets of Budapest on Saturday, as an estimated 200,000+ people defied a sweeping government ban to participate in the city’s 30th annual Pride parade in an unprecedented show of public resistance.
The NT Gov. has reversed plans to remove hate speech laws
The NT government, lead by the Country Liberal Party (CLP) has walked back on its plans to scrap hate speech protections in the territory's anti-discrimination laws, after pushback from local community groups and advocates.
Five Teenagers Jailed for Grindr Assault Scheme
Perth's Children's Court sentenced five teenage men to up to two years for violent attacks targeting gay men though Grindr.
Capital of Equality - Mardi Gras 2025 (Photos)
‘Capital of Equality’ from Canberra joined in with 200 other floats from around Australia at this years Mardi Gras 2025!
Iconic Underwear Brand Andrew Christian to Close
After nearly 30 years in business, queer fashion designer Andrew Christian has announced the closure of his underwear brand, citing increasing pressure from fast fashion and a growing reluctance among corporations to associate with LGBTQIA+ businesses.
Australia finally lifts the gay blood ban
After many years of campaigning, from 14 July 2025 Lifeblood, formerly Red Cross Australia, will scrap its sexual activity rule that has barred gay and bisexual men, trans women and other gender-diverse people from donating plasma if they had sex in the previous three months.
Southern Baptists’ call to overturn same-sex marriage in America
The Southern Baptists’ are calling for the US Supreme Court to overturn its same-sex marriage decision. It's part part of a long history of opposing women’s and LGBTIQ+ people’s rights.
Photos: FUSE SpringOUT Big Gay Breakfast
The FUSE 'SpringOUT' Big Gay Winter Breakfast was held on a beautiful Canberra morning at Tilley's Devine Cafe.
New Gender Law Reforms Take Effect in Western Australia
Western Australia has ushered in a new era for trans and gender-diverse people, with landmark gender law reforms coming into effect on 30 May 2025.
US Trans military personnel, under fire!
The Supreme Court Ruling in the US has triggered the immediate removal of transgender troops by the Trump administration.
Offensive Graffiti Targets Sydney’s Imperial Hotel
A wave of offensive graffiti swept through Sydney’s inner west this week, with the iconic Imperial Hotel in Erskineville among dozens of sites targeted by vandals.
Kaleidoscope LGBTIQ+ Exhibition Opening
Seeing so many people come along to the Kaleidoscope III opening at Belconnen Arts Centre was amazing. The exhibition is impressive and shows us just how much creative talent there is in the LGBTIQ+ community.
The UK Supreme Court rule on gender
What will the UK Supreme Court gender ruling mean in practice? A legal expert explains.
Adam Bandt Backs Greens MP’s OnlyFans Campaign
Greens leader Adam Bandt has thrown his support behind Brisbane MP Stephen Bates after he became the first Australian politician to launch an OnlyFans account, using the adults-only platform to Spotlight HIV Prevention and other critical LGBTIQ+ health policies in the lead-up to the Australian May…
Hungary bans LGBTIQ+ protests and threatens community
Hungary’s parliament has passed sweeping constitutional amendments that ban public gatherings by queer people and Pride parades and have empowered authorities to use facial recognition technology to identify and fine participants, in a move widely condemned by human rights groups and European offic…
WorldPride DC Issues Travel Warning for Attendees
WorldPride 2025 event’s organisers have stressed that, while Washington, D.C. remains one of the most progressive and inclusive cities in the U.S., the current political climate presents unprecedented challenges for the global LGBTIQ+ community.
Erskineville's Imperial Hotel Celebrated with Heritage Listing
The Imperial Hotel in Erskineville, Sydney, has officially been added to the NSW State Heritage Register, marking a significant milestone in the recognition of Sydney's LGBTIQ+ history.
Queer MP brings forward legal protections for Victoria’s LGBTQ+ community
Member of Parliament Rachel Payne has made sure Victoria’s new anti-vilification laws kick in before the next state election.
Thailand’s Queer community celebrates equality
Thailand has taken a leap towards equality with new inclusive marriage laws that also positively impact LGBTIQ+ individuals across Southeast Asia.
Photos: FUSE Winter Big Gay Breakfast
The FUSE Big Gay Winter Breakfast was held on a beautiful Canberra morning at the Stepping Stone Café at Strathnairn Arts in Holt.
Chemsex, Party and Play... what are its risks?
Sex, drugs, and total disinhibition. Party and play (PnP), also known as Chemsex or wired play, refers to the practice of consuming drugs to enhance sexual activity.
Australian LGBTIQ+ National Health Care Plan
Almost 1 million Australians are LGBTQIA+ and for the first time, there’s a new national health plan designed for our communities.
PrEP under threat in the US
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear a challenge to the Affordable Care Act's (Obamacare) mandate for no-cost coverage of preventive services, including HIV prevention medication PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis).
The WHO Declares Mpox a Global Health Emergency
The WHO has raised the alarm as Mpox (monkeypox) cases surge, with the virus mutating and spreading to new regions of the world.
I'm an older transgender struggling with loneliness
Dear Rose, After many difficult years, I have recently come out as a trans woman, and I’m finally starting to feel comfortable in my body. Being a person over 60, I’m struggling with isolation and loneliness. Where can I get some help? Tiffany
I Iove her but I just can't climax
Dear Rose, For the past two months I have been seeing someone that I consider a partner. My frustration is I do not know how to express my feelings with regards to sexual satisfaction. I am so attracted to this woman but I just cannot climax and find it really hard to express what I would like. Whe…
Should I say yes to an open relationship?
Dear Rose, My boyfriend and I have been together for three years now and he has recently told me that he wants an open relationship. I’m not really sure about it, am I just being insecure. Andy
Can I survive a long distance relationship?
Dear Rose, I just met the most amazing girl, only to find out she was on holidays. I still talk to her over the phone and through email. Things are starting to get more intense but I don’t know if I can/could cope with the long distance relationship. I don’t want
to lose her. Please help! Long D…
