Gen Z women lean bisexual (45%) while older groups lean lesbian (65%). But let’s be clear: lesbian identity is still the most common overall. Fluidity ≠ disappearance. 🌈 www.thepinknews.com/2025/12/19/g...

Severance star Tramell Tillman reminds us: queer & trans communities will survive, thrive & uplift each other—no matter the attacks. Visibility is power. www.thepinknews.com/2025/12/19/s...

Green Party leader Zack Polanski says transphobia “will absolutely not be tolerated” under his leadership. He reaffirms support for trans rights—including self-ID, recognising non-binary/intersex people, and full inclusion in party policy. 🇬🇧 www.thepinknews.com/2025/09/12/z...

SenLinYu, author of the famed Dramione fic Manacled, just sold the movie rights to Alchemised—their reworked original novel—for $3M+ before release. Legendary Entertainment will adapt it 🎬✨ www.thepinknews.com/2025/09/12/a...

Elon Musk claims “white males” are transitioning due to propaganda. No evidence, no expertise—just vibes. www.thepinknews.com/2025/09/03/e...

🚨Trump resurfaces after wild death rumors. “Fake news,” he says. Turns out it was about Space Command. pinknews.com/2025/09/03/donald-trump-health-rumours-death-white-house

🚨 Graham Linehan arrested at Heathrow over alleged incitement to violence via X posts. UK Health Secretary Wes Streeting responds: “I want police on the streets, not policing tweets.” Linehan has been bailed and banned from X. www.thepinknews.com/2025/09/03/w...

🏳️‍🌈 Olympic legend Greg Louganis sells his medals and California home to start fresh in Panama. “I needed the money… and the fires pushed me to move.” pinknews.com/2025/09/02/gay-diver-greg-louganis-olympic-medals-move-us

🇧🇫 Burkina Faso criminalizes homosexuality under junta rule - up to 5 years in prison and deportation for foreign nationals. ⚖️ “Bizarre behaviour” will be prosecuted, says Justice Minister. pinknews.com/2025/09/02/burkina-faso-homosexuality-banned

🏈 AFL chief backs Snoop Dogg for grand final show despite backlash over anti-LGBTQ+ remarks. “He’ll do a great job,” says Andrew Dillon. www.thepinknews.com/2025/09/02/a...

🏳️‍🌈 LGBTQ+ protesters in Seattle drowned out an anti-LGBTQ rally by playing Chappell Roan’s “Pink Pony Club” on kazoos. www.thepinknews.com/2025/09/02/l...

Wtf!! UK campaigners report a surge in GPs refusing HRT to trans patients — even those with long-standing prescriptions. 🏳️‍⚧️ “It’s rarely medical. Often it’s bias.” 🔗 www.thepinknews.com/2025/09/02/c...

🏳️‍🌈 Four arrested for repainting Pulse memorial rainbow crossing. 🚨 Officials call it vandalism. Locals call it love. 🔗 www.thepinknews.com/2025/09/02/f...

🎥 Chris Columbus says JK Rowling’s trans views are “very sad” — Rowling fires back with a long Twitter/X thread defending her gender-critical stance. 🧙‍♂️ The Harry Potter reboot isn’t just about magic anymore. 🔗 pinknews.com/2025/09/02/jk-rowling-chris-columbus-harry-potter-views

Gen Z Leading Sexual Identity Revolution New study finds 68% of Gen Z respondents are open to fluid sexuality, signaling a major shift in cultural attitudes. www.thepinknews.com/2025/05/30/g...

Budapest Pride Defies Ban with Record Turnout Hungary's LGBTQ+ community showed incredible resilience as over 50,000 marched despite government restrictions, with support from European allies. www.thepinknews.com/2025/05/30/h...

Kanye West, now known as Ye, faces backlash for anti-trans tweets during a spree on X. Posts include offensive remarks about trans women and pastors. #TransNews 🏳️‍⚧️

Karina Ødegård, Norway's Green Party politician, urges asylum for trans Americans facing discrimination. She slams U.S. policies under Trump. #TransNews 🏳️‍⚧️

J.K. Rowling attacks the LGBTQ+ community again, mocking asexuals on X and doubling down on transphobia. Her hate tarnishes her legacy and hurts fans. #HarryPotter #LGBTQ www.usatoday.com/videos/enter...

Ana Matronic’s Good Time Sallies podcast explores women hit by fascism. She skips the Scissor Sisters reunion to focus on it, seeks justice for friend Heklina at a 3/31 rally, and finds hope in queer nightlife roots.

Chase Strangio, 1st out trans lawyer at SCOTUS, fights TN's gender-affirming care ban in Heightened Scrutiny. He shares with PinkNews how transness fuels his hope against Trump & media bias.

A man regarded as the first openly gay Muslim imam has been fatally shot while sitting in a car in South Africa in what many are calling an assassination because of his teachings.

Channel 4 commissions acclaimed writer Russell T Davies to create Tip Toe, a five-part drama series following two Manchester neighbors whose lives intertwine on Canal Street as societal tensions rise and their relationship deteriorates into enmity.

Natasha Rothwell reprises her role as Belinda in White Lotus season 3, making her the only returning cast member. She plays the spa manager who travels to Thailand to learn wellness practices and explore spiritual growth at the resort's branch there. youtu.be/XwQRkOK5KC4?...

A trans woman and activist from Nottingham Against Transphobia condemns aggressive behavior by 'gender critical' protesters at a Posie Parker rally, where she suffers a hand injury after someone grabs her mic during a counter-protest that draws 250 supporters compared to the rally's 50 attendees.

David Tennant hosts the BAFTAs, opens with a Proclaimers song. He mocks Donald Trump’s hair in The Apprentice, calls him a “villain,” and jokes, “I’ve said his name three times—it’s like Beetlejuice.” The BBC cuts some remarks, while the Trump biopic earns two nominations.

Zoë Saldaña wins BAFTA for Emilia Pérez, vows trans support for nephew Eli. She plays a lawyer who helps a cartel leader transition. Film wins Best Non-English Film. Co-star skips over old tweets.

The Trump admin deletes most transgender and non-binary mentions from Stonewall National Monument’s website, replacing “LGBTQ+” with “LGB.” Brief nods to Marsha P. Johnson and Sylvia Rivera remain. Groups like GLAAD and Stonewall Inn condemn this amid over 350 LGBTQ+ resource removals under Trump.

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The Utah Senate passed H.B. 269, restricting transgender students from sex-designated housing. The bill, which supporters say protects privacy and critics call government overreach, now returns to the House before reaching Gov. Spencer Cox. It follows controversy over a transgender dorm supervisor.

The Dept. of Education is investigating the MIAA for alleged Title IX violations after Trump’s order barring trans athletes from women’s sports. The MIAA seeks legal guidance. The NCAA also changed its policy, restricting women's sports to those assigned female at birth.

The NCAA has updated its policy to ban transgender athletes from competing in women's sports, effective immediately. This follows an executive order signed by President Donald Trump aimed at restricting trans athletes' participation.

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The Idaho House of Representatives asked the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn Obergefell v. Hodges, which legalized same-sex marriage nationwide. www.usatoday.com/story/opinio...

Over 100 ASU members signed a letter expressing concern about "The Family Under Attack" Luncheon, featuring Mary Rice Hasson, who allegedly perpetuates anti-transgender ideology. The event, on Feb. 4, has sparked worries about its impact on the transgender community.

Casey Plett reflects on trans rights progress since 2010 and recent setbacks under Trump's executive orders, stripping healthcare from trans prisoners and banning trans people from the military. Visibility has led to both progress and increased backlash.

Andrew Ahn's remake of The Wedding Banquet offers a modern queer reimagining of Ang Lee’s 1993 classic. It follows two queer couples navigating love, identity, and cultural expectations. Premiering at Sundance, the film releases on April 18, 2025.

The documentary "1 Year" follows Ben Hodge, a transgender teen, as he transitions from female to male. The film details his experiences with bullying, chest binders, and cross-sex hormones. It will be available in state schools across the country during LGBTQ+ History Month.

Blake Kerwin, a trans TikToker, was attacked for his necklace at Trilogy nightclub. Initially thinking it was a transphobic attack, he realized the assailant was after his chain. Using self-defense, he fended off the attacker. Security and police intervened.

Ariana Grande admits to taking Cynthia Erivo’s prosthetic ears from the Wicked movie set. She keeps them next to her printer at home. Grande also took Glinda’s wand, books, globes, and a “movie two spoiler” prop. Part two of Wicked, titled Wicked: For Good, releases on Nov 21, 2025.

Following Trump's executive order, a Virginia medical center suspends gender-affirming care for minors. VCU Health joins others in halting care, with the order threatening funding and insurance for trans-related treatments.

The 2025 Grammys are on Feb 2 in LA. Performers include Cynthia Erivo, Chappell Roan, and more. Beyoncé leads with 11 nominations. Host Trevor Noah returns. Starts at 1am GMT on Feb 3 for UK viewers, live on the Grammys website. LGBTQ+ nominees include Billie Eilish and Troye Sivan.

Max Balegde, a gay TikToker, shares his coming out journey on I’m A Celeb Australia. He reveals that the 2017 Manchester Arena bombing inspired him to come out to his family. Balegde supports LGBTQ+ youth charity Minus18 and has over 3.5 million TikTok followers.

The CDC removes references to transgender people, gender identity, and equity from its website. Pages on HIV testing for transgender people and LGBTQ+ youth healthcare are no longer available. Executive orders mandate halting gender ideology programs and recognizing only two sexes.

Alan Cumming criticizes President Trump’s policies targeting transgender Americans. On The View, he calls the situation “awful” and condemns executive orders cutting federal support for gender-affirming care and removing discrimination protections.

Jo Ellis, a transgender helicopter pilot, debunks viral misinformation on social media claiming she piloted the crashed Black Hawk in Washington DC. She clarifies she was not involved in the incident that killed 67 people.

Rossy Rankin, a gay OnlyFans star was removed from Police Scotland's domestic abuse campaign due to S&M and bondage videos. Rankin, known for his kink content, argues that his work makes him well-placed to campaign on consent issues. Police Scotland has since introduced stricter vetting in future.

Trans Americans claim they can't get passports due to Trump's executive order recognizing only two sexes. This has led to fears of a de facto travel ban, preventing them from accessing essential services and seeking asylum if needed.

Oscar-nominated actress Karla Sofía Gascón apologizes for her offensive tweets about Muslims and George Floyd. Her past posts have resurfaced, causing backlash and criticism. Gascón, the first out trans actress nominated for an Academy Award expresses deep regret and sorrow for her hurtful comments.

Former US transportation secretary Pete Buttigieg calls President Trump "despicable" after Trump blames him for a deadly plane crash in Washington, DC. Buttigieg criticizes Trump's leadership and actions, urging him to show real leadership and prevent future tragedies.