HEALTH
All parts of your body age and the penis is no exception. Changes to how your penis looks or works can be signs of underlying health issues and can affect your quality of life. So understanding which changes are normal and when to seek help is important. Here’s what you can expect to happen to your penis as you age, and when to be concerned.
WORLD

Dictionary.com embraces gender-neutral terms

In a move for greater inclusivity, Dictionary.com have announced that they will now be using gender-neutral terms like“they”  or “their” instead of “he or she” or “his or her” in entries where there’s no reason to be specific about gender, or where the language can be streamlined. In some cases, ...


Tasmania

Conversion therapy ban fails

If Tasmania continues to drag its feet on banning Conversion Therapy, it risks becoming a haven for conversion practitioners who have been thrown out of the other Australian states. https://www.fusemagazine.com.au/lgbtiq-news-mobile/australia-lgbtiq-news/663-conversion-therapy-ban-fails.html
USA

US Pastor smashes ‘EVIL’ Barbie House!

US Pastor smashes ‘EVIL’ Barbie House with Bible taped to baseball bat!
USA

Born This Way, Yes You Are:-)

Lady Gaga Sings 'Born This Way' in Las Vegas for transgender rights. At her Jazz residency Gaga played one of her classic songs, but added a new dedication to it, making it even more powerful.
SpringOut 2023

Flag Raising as Canberra prepares for 'Pride in the Capital'

The Canberra LGBTIQ+ community prepares to raise the rainbow flag, marking the official start of the SpringOut festival 'Pride in the Capital.'
Canberra

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.

USA

Grindr’s ultimatum backfires

Grindr has lost half its staff to strict return-to-work rules resulting in the layoff of 46% of its remote staff who refused to comply. This policy shift has raised concerns about its impact on the app's unique queer-friendly workplace culture.
Victoria

Victorian police allegedly pretending to be non-binary

Victoria Police are investigating officers who allegedly pretended to be non-binary to claim extra clothing allowance. Reports of officers changing their profiles to 'gender neutral' surfaced in June, causing concern among police management.
Victoria

Yarra Trams invites Victorians to vote on Pride Tram

The community has been invited to vote for the design that will appear on Yarra Tram’s next #AllAboard pride tram, which spreads the message that everyone is welcome on Victoria's iconic tram network.
Canberra

CBR Pride Month Shoot 2023

For the second year, photographer Nathan J Lester celebrated Pride Month with a photoshoot outside Parliament House. While the day was about fun, pride, meeting friends and connecting with the queer community, Nathan says the shoot also helps draw attention to the LGBTIQ+ community and shows thei...

Uganda

Uganda gay man faces death Penalty

A 20-year-old gay man is facing a potential death sentence after he became the first person to be charged with “aggravated homosexuality” under Uganda’s new anti-gay laws.
Canberra

Australians to vote 14 October 2023 on The Voice

Australians will vote on October 14 to decide whether the Constitution will be changed to include a Voice to Parliament and executive government.
Canberra

Cadets claimed they where forced to 'Wear it Purple'

An undisclosed amount of cadets (where thinking less than a few) at the Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA) have complained they felt pressured to wear purple clothing on Friday. In a statement to the press the Defense Department, however, emphasises that WIPD activities are intended to be ...
Canberra

GlitterBox a party for the LGBTQIA+ community

A party for the LGBTQIA+ community, BIPOC lovelies, and our friends! Dancing, Sick Beats and Performance Art in a safe space! GlitterBox is all about freedom, love and kindness and self-expression!

HEALTH

Charlie has an eating disorder, its common than you might think

Although under represented in research, statistics indicate one-third of people with an eating disorder are male and body image in guys is a major concern.
Tasmania

Tasmania adopts new and inclusive references to intersex people 

Advocates have welcomed amendments that update references to people with sex variations across existing Tasmanian laws and make those references more inclusive.
Sport

Watching the Matildas was absolute queer joy!

Matildas play with pride and at the ‘outest’ World Cup ever! To wear the Australian jersey is always a massive honour, but to wear the rainbow colours — something that I've always been really proud and passionate about - is really special." Matildas captain Sam Kerr.
HEALTH

Find all the facts about HIV AIDS

What is human immunodeficiency virus? HIV attacks the body’s immune system, and if it is untreated it can lead to AIDS. Find all the facts about HIV AIDS, how to protect yourself and all about testing.
Canberra

Canberra Mardi Gras Film Festival Photos

FUSE was thrilled to be this year’s regional sponsor for the 2023 Mardi Gras Film Festival On Tour, which was screened at the National Fim and Sound Archive.

Baby mice
Japan

Baby mice with two dads and it's awesome!

Using the genetic material from two male mice, researchers were able to create baby mice successfully. The advancement may eventually enable same-sex partners to have their own biological children.
NEW DELHI

India government says no to same-sex marriage

Indian lawmakers have opposed legalising same-sex marriage, but the LGBTIQ+ community says it's still optimistic for the future.
USA

The tap water is making you gay!

DeSantis is signalling that he plans on his warpath of dismantling LGBTIQ rights.
Canberra

FreshOut hailed as outstanding success

As a part of the Enlighten Festival, FreshOut Fairday was the largest LGBTIQA+ event for the Canberra community.

HEALTH

Ever wondered what happens to your penis as you age?

Here’s what you can expect to happen to your penis as you age, and when to be concerned. Oh and.... There is no definitive evidence your penis length and girth will naturally change as you age, despite what you may read.
HEALTH

Charlie has an eating disorder, its common than you might think

Although under represented in research, statistics indicate one-third of people with an eating disorder are male and body image in guys is a major concern.
HEALTH

Find all the facts about HIV AIDS

What is human immunodeficiency virus? HIV attacks the body’s immune system, and if it is untreated it can lead to AIDS. Find all the facts about HIV AIDS, how to protect yourself and all about testing.
HEALTH

PrEP implant the next frontier in AIDS fight

Promise, perils and cautious optimism: the next frontier in long-acting modalities for the treatment and prevention of HIV/AIDS.


The Transgender Flag
Coming Out

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
Coming Out

I'm Bi, should I come out of the closet?

Dear Rose, I’m a bi woman in a long-term heterosexual relationship. I’m out to my partner, but I’ve never actually been with another girl. I’ve recently started thinking about women again, but I’m worried that after three kids and not having talked about it for over 15+ years, it seems silly to b...
Relationships Question

Country bloke dating a city guy!

Dear Rose, I’m a country bloke, and I’ve recently started dating a city guy, and I want to introduce him to my family. They’re not openly homophobic but often very insensitive. Do you have any advice on handling this? Joey
Sexuality Question

I recently discovered I am bisexual

Dear Rose, I’m in my early 20s and recently discovered I am bisexual. Do you think this merits coming out? Lisa

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