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Ukraine will consider legalising same-sex marriage after a petition calling on the country to do so was signed more than 28,000 times.

RuPaul thanked the Television Academy for his Emmy nominations with a powerful statement on LGBTQ+ rights. 

Love Island USA is set to feature a bisexual contestant in its new season.

and you’re an aspiring actor, then this might be the calling you’ve been waiting for.The coming-of-age Netflix drama has achieved roaring success with its first season, so much so that it’s been renewed for two more instalments – with filming set to start later this year.Starring Kit Connor as Nick Nelson and Joe Locke as Charlie Spring, Heartstopper follows the rugby lad and his form buddy as they fall in love and embark on a secret relationship – forced to keep it on the down-low since Nick hasn’t yet come out.It’s an emotional rollercoaster to say the least, but the show – based on the graphic novels by Alice Oseman – has acquired millions of fans across the globe.As production for season 2 fast approaches, casting directors have announced that they’re looking for someone to play an exciting new role.The casting call, which was posted on social media, shared that the crew are looking for a plus-size actor of British South Asian heritage who identifies as female or non-binary.And weâre off! Season 2 Casting!!! ð³ï¸ââ§ï¸ð³ï¸âðð³ï¸ââ§ï¸ð³ï¸âðð³ï¸ââ§ï¸ð³ï¸âðð³ï¸ââ§ï¸â¤ï¸â¤ï¸â¤ï¸âð½Please RT yaâll ð#HeartstopperNetflix @AliceOseman @Heartstopper_TV @see_saw_films pic.twitter.com/jHF8AuYrnFThey will be playing the role of Sahar Zahid, a character from the comics whom diehard fans were hoping would make an appearance in the next series.Sahar is 16-years-of age and in year 11 at Higgs school for girls, which is also attended by Elle Argent, played by Yasmin Finney.The teen is described as ‘no nonsense, independent, and a little cynical at times.’Casting directors clarified that Sahar is the only role they will be casting through open auditions, stating that any hopefuls must be available from autumn 2022, suggesting filming

Tom Jones took to Instagram in the early hours of this morning to address "rumours" that he'd collapsed ahead of a performance in Budapest.The Delilah hitmaker, 82, put any speculation of a collapse to rest and revealed that he was diagnosed with "viral laryngitis", which forced him to cancel the show.In view of his 451,000 followers, Tom clarified that a collapse didn't lead to the performance's cancellation.He wrote: "Hello to all concerned: I travelled last night from the UK to Budapest and woke this morning with an uncomfortable throat."A specialist came to visit and diagnosed 'viral laryngitis'."He strongly advised postponing this evening's show and prescribed medication and vocal rest," he added.The star continued: "I did NOT 'collapse' anywhere at any time, that is pure rumour."Hopefully the inflammation will calm soon as I am looking forward to continuing my wonderful summer tour.""Unfortunately the show had to be cancelled at the last minute, and for that I am very sorry,"However, the show in Budapest has been rescheduled and will take place on August 16.Thanks again for all your kind concern.TJ," he signed off.Following the star's post, his fans were quick to rush to the comments to wish the legend will.Superstar Jennifer Hudson wrote: "Get well tom!!!"Instagram user Evakis2020 penned: "Get well soon sír TJ," alongside three red hearts.Raheela134 commented: "Wishing you well Sir Tom."

Sir Tom Jones has taken to Instagram to set the record straight following rumours that he had collapsed in Budapest ahead of his tour concert.MORE: Tom Jones' £2.6m mega-mansion with late wife Linda was a world of fun - photosThe 82-year-old released a statement denying the reports – but he had disappointing news for his fans. WATCH: Tom Jones moves The One Show's Alex Jones to tears as he discusses late wife LindaThe message read: “Hello to all concerned: I travelled last night from the UK to Budapest and woke up this morning with an uncomfortable throat.READ: Sir Tom Jones makes heartbreaking confession about his wife LindaMORE: 7 surprising facts about Tom Jones and late wife Linda's 59-year marriage"A specialist came to visit and diagnosed 'viral laryngitis'.

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Related: Connecticut official bans RuPaul biography from library after one dad complainsKhan said the women responded with “hateful language” and told her the books in the display should be burned.According to Khan, the library’s collection is evaluated based on specific criteria, including relevance and representation, and materials are evaluated by respected sources, including Library Journal and The New York Times Book Review, according to the Journal Inquirer.Khan told the group they needed to follow library procedure and file a formal “request for reconsideration,” explaining their concerns in writing.  A post shared by Booth & Dimock Mem. Library (@bdlibrary)While library privacy guidelines proscribe naming the complainants, Khan did reveal the woman who filled out the request identified herself on the form only as a “Christian taxpayer.” It was unclear if the patron is a resident of Coventry.In a statement, Town Council Chairwoman Lisa Thomas said, “I stand by our library and their mission to serve each individual in our community.”“The hostile incident at our public library is part of a disturbing trend across the country.

Smack dab between Bowie and Mercury rose a queer rockstar with a fraction of the audience and all of the star quality. Bruce Wayne Campbell, known to the stage as Jobriath, always had stardom in his eyes.Whether it was dropping out of college, going AWOL on his military draft, or leaving the legendary Aquarius Theater production of Hair (a lead role from which he was reportedly fired for “upstaging” the other girls), Jobriath’s sights seemed to perpetually turn back towards his own future spotlight.It wasn’t until he was plucked from semi-obscurity by Carly Simon’s old manager Jerry Brandt in the early ’70s that Jobriath’s would find his first true solo hype.

A Florida school district has removed its LGBTQ+ inclusive anti-bullying video as a result of the state’s ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill.

WABC New York that the men seemed “infuriated with my existence.”“They were like, look at this ***** ****** and homophobic slurs such as that,” said Vuitton, who has rainbow-colored braids and a nose piercing.The two men then became violent, with one of the attackers picking up a long stick and swimming it at Vuitton and Ortiz.“The first time he swung and I blocked it with my hand,” Ortiz said, noting that he developed a bruise at the spot where the stick hit him.Vuitton was hit by the stick which left a deep cut on his cheek, requiring four stitches. Vuitton says he’s “exhausted” by the attack, calling it “mentally traumatizing.” But he said the attack has also inspired him to stand up for himself and other LGBTQ people, rather than cower in fear.“It makes me feel motivated to raise awareness and to get the message out that we are here and we aren’t going anywhere,” he said.He noted that he had seen the two men in his neighborhood before, but Friday’s incident marked the first time they had been violent.

Kandi Burruss: Legs and hips and Bodies Bodies Bodies.In a summer that’s seen major blockbusters finally returning to theaters (Minions and all), writer-director Halina Reijn’s upcoming horror-comedy is a welcome bit of indie counter-programming, a wicked treat that’s got everything you could want from the cinema, i.e. Lee Pace’s arms, Lee Pace’s thighs, Lee Pace’s piercing eyes, etc…But, beyond everyone’s favorite thirst trapper, Bodies Bodies Bodies features an exciting ensemble of up-and-comers in a satirical slasher that doesn’t hold back.

outlawed abortion minutes after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade — asked Bridges why she was using the phrase “people with a capacity for pregnancy” instead of saying “women” when talking about the effects of abortion restrictions. “Would that be women?” he asked Bridges, a professor at the University of California, Berkeley, School of Law.“Many cis women have the capacity for pregnancy; many cis women do not have the capacity for pregnancy,” she replied.

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Brazilian soccer referee Igor Benevenuto has reportedly become the first FIFA-ranked ref to come out as gay.The 41-year-old said that there are “many gay people in soccer,” and hopes to inspire closeted athletes to speak their truth.“Soccer was for men, and since an early age I knew I was gay… there was not a more perfect place to hide my sexuality,” Benevenuto told the Nos Armários dos Vestiários podcast.“I am 41, and 23 of those years have been dedicated to the whistle. Until today I’ve never been the real me.

“I was [in Paris trying to make it as a model] a full year, and I didn’t work one day. I couldn’t book a job to save my life.

Stardew Valley, you might know of Clint, the bearded and somewhat shy blacksmith in Pelican Village who can refine precious stones into upgraded tools.Apparently, some fans were so hot for Clint that they developed in-game modifications (or “mods”) to show him shirtless and hairy-chested at work. One mod even lets players marry him, though he’s usually not a marriable character.Related: These 5 hot, gay video game heroes are heating up our consolesThe appropriately named “Sexy Hairy Clint” mod replaces Clint’s close-up portrait and his character sprite with a shirtless, muscular hunk — hairy chest optional.Usually, Clint’s portrait shows him as a man with light-brown hair and a small beard wearing a grey sweater and a brown leather apron.

A post shared by Cristiano Ronaldo (@cristiano)A post shared by Cristiano Ronaldo (@cristiano) A post shared by Tom Hardy (@tomhardy)A post shared by Alex turner (@arctic.alx) A post shared by @anthonyjoshuaI mean, good LORD.A post shared by @anthonyjoshuaSome honorable mentions include “Levitating” queen Dua Lipa at #20, martial artist Holly Holm, and gay icon Lil Nas X at #15. But who’s got the thirstiest fans overall? Well, to probably no one’s surprise, it’s Magic Mike himself.

The upcoming season of Strictly Come Dancing is reportedly set to feature two new same-sex couples.

Joseph Ladapo, an appointee of Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis, has recommended against providing medical care to transgender youth if it involves transitioning.The state Agency for Health Care Administration last month released a report deeming gender-affirming care for any patient to be “experimental and investigational” and recommended not allowing Medicaid to cover such care.But a change in state rules remains in the consideration phase.

CDC reported on Tuesday, noting that such difficult-to-kill infections rose by 15 percent from 2019 to 2020.CDC data indicates a shocking rise in drug-resistant infections among people hospitalized during COVID’s first year, with pathogens like Enterococcus and Staphylococcus aureus making dangerous gains. The bacteria Acinetobacter saw a 78 percent increase in infections resistant to the antibiotic Carbapenem.More than 29,400 people died in 2020 from antimicrobial-resistant infections commonly associated with health care.“This setback can and must be temporary,” said Michael Craig, MPP, Director of CDC’s Antibiotic Resistance Coordination & Strategy Unit, in a statement.

Raven’s Home has made Disney Channel history by introducing the network’s first openly trans character.

In the wake of resignations by two Log Cabin Republicans of Texas state chairs since May 1, the chairman and vice chairman of the Republican Liberty Caucus of Texas announced today that the organization’s membership has voted to disassociate RLCT from the Freedom First Republicans Coalition, of which Log Cabin is a member.

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It’s been a rough week for British Prime Minister Boris Johnson. But one man’s loss is another person’s gain.

University of California, Berkeley, law professor slammed GOP Senator Josh Hawley as "transphobic" during a Senate hearing Tuesday on abortion policy.During the hearing, professor Khiara Bridges used the phrase "people with a capacity for pregnancy," which is considered a gender-neutral term that encompasses everyone who is able to get pregnant, including transgender men and nonbinary individuals.Her use of the phrase received pushback from Hawley, a Missouri Republican."I wanna recognize that your line of questioning is transphobic, and it opens up trans people to violence."— Law professor Khiara Bridges, after explaining to Sen. Josh Hawley (R-MO) that more than just women are capable of giving birth pic.twitter.com/mpUHFG9wMp"You used a phrase several times—I want to make sure I understand what you mean by it.

best gay beaches both for eye candy and waves so you can check out the views…Playa Los Muertos is the epicenter of Puerto Vallarta. Situated just south of the Malecon and the Cuale River in the Romantic Zone (or “Old Vallarta”), the beach draws locals, traveling sun-seekers, and adventurers alike.

A boy forced to dim his flame discovers a local beauty pageant that sets off a spark in him again. For gay men of a certain stripe who make icons of tenacious pop divas and glamorous grandes dames, it’s a tale as old as Broadway. The self-proclaimed unicorn is now an unlikely contender in that contest, but he’s determined to win both the crown and the hearts of the town’s residents.

Reuters. The Duma is one of the houses of Russia’s national legislative body.The current law, adopted in 2013, bans dissemination of information about LGBTQ+ identities and issues in venues accessible to minors.

backed by former President Donald Trump, has previously made headlines for her statements regarding accusations made by Richard Stevens, who performs as a drag queen under the name Barbra Seville.On Tuesday, a political advertisement featuring a drag queen sitting in front of a mirror called out Lake for being hypocritical in her political beliefs.In the 30-second video, which was posted on Twitter by Mike Sington, the drag queen says, "A drag queen knows a fake when we see one. Like Kari Lake."“A drag queen knows a fake when we see one.” Drag queen wrecks Trump-backed Republican Arizona gubernatorial candidate Kari Lake for her hypocrisy.

Famed theatrical abuser Lea Michele has been cast in the Funny Girl revival on Broadway, and the effects have been wildly polarizing.Her turn as Fanny Brice was both mythologized and forewarned by her Glee character Rachel Berry’s fascination with the show.As if in an act of prophecy, Berry landed the lead in Glee‘s fictional Funny Girl revival — a revival written into the show some seven years before the real life return was ever announced.The rub comes in the flurry — nay, avalanche — of accusations that broke during the Black Lives Matter protest era in 2020 that detailed Michele’s extensive mistreating of multiple cast and crew members of nearly every show she’s ever worked on.Related: 5 celebrities who totally won’t be at Lea Michele’s ‘Funny Girl’ premiereGlee, Spring Awakening, The Mayor, Scream Queens, even Ragtime decades ago: Michele’s career has allegedly left a trail of dozens of people feeling harassed, bullied, and even faced with anti-Black discrimination.Yet, even with her major public reckoning, she’s still been offered her role of a lifetime.Needless to say, many people are NOT happy:Lea Michele is proof that if you don’t change or learn even a single thing when faced with your reprehensible behavior, all of your wildest dreams can come true!! Stay the course!!— Cody Wimmer (@Cody_Wimmer) July 11, 2022If Lea Michele proves anything is that:Cancel culture is not realBeing white and racist means you can still achieve your dreams! https://t.co/Qo25YT6s9V— Valerie Complex (@ValerieComplex) July 11, 2022for those of you outside the glee world, the lea michele replacing beanie is our infinity war but specifically when thanos looks up and says you should have gone for the head— sifu hotman (@cjfeisty) July 11,

nominations are here and they are sort of queer. The nominees were announced early Tuesday and feature some previous winners along with some new faces.   The most nominations went to HBO’s Succession with 25, however, the network’s more queer series The White Lotus received 20.

Dr. Khiara Bridges appeared before a U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on abortion access in post-Roe v. Wade America on Tuesday, battling beliefs Senator Josh Hawley espoused that she said were transphobic and subjected trans people to violence – a response the Republican from Missouri made clear he did not appreciate.

One of the many negative impacts of Florida’s newly enacted  “don’t say gay” law is the removal of a 12-minute video that teaches middle and high school students about preventing bullying and supporting their LGBTQ+ peers.The Duval school district also plans to reduce an LGBTQ+ support guide drastically, and the school board will vote Monday on a policy that could require schools to notify parents if their students wish to change their names or pronouns on unofficial records, including yearbooks and ID cards, according to Jacksonville Today.These actions are primarily in response to Florida’s Parental Rights in Education law (commonly known as “don’t say gay”), which restricts how schools can teach about sexual orientation and gender identity.

A young woman claims that a small Florida Christian university in West Palm Beach withdrew her offer of admission because she is gay. Now, after a public backlash, the school denies the student’s claims, but she says she has receipts that call the school’s denial into question.A video posted by Gianna Palmo last Thursday to her TikTok account, where she has just more than 5,000 followers, caught the attention of users. In the video, she claims that a school to which she had been accepted, Palm Beach Atlantic University, rescinded her admission when administrators discovered she was gay.“how is this allowed in 2022??!! anywayss attack PALM BEACH ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY,” she wrote in the video description.

Each day we wake up and thank God we’re not Donald Trump. Today was no exception.Over the weekend, Mary Trump said her uncle was likely “terrified” by the January 6 hearings, telling MSNBC’s Katie Phang, “The amount of evidence that we see coming out of these committee hearings is overwhelming.” And his behavior this morning certainly seemed to suggest he’s on the verge of a nervous breakdown.Trump spent the greater part of the morning railing against the January 6 committee ahead of this afternoon’s hearing, which is expected to focus on his close ties to far-right extremists and militia groups.Related: Mary Trump says for the “first time in his entire life” her crazy uncle Donald is truly “terrified”In a string of unhinged Truth Social posts, the ex-president reiterated his false claims that the 2020 presidential election was stolen, accused the committee of being “Political Hacks and Thugs”, and said it was “formed solely for the purpose of bringing down my ‘numbers,’ or worse.”“Isn’t it INCREDIBLE that the people who Cheated, Rigged, and Stole the 2020 Presidential Election, for which there is massive and incontestable evidence and proof… are totally protected from harm,” he raged.

Queer Muslims participate in the 2019 London Pride march

Pride in Dallas, the new organization formed to hold a Pride celebration and parade in September in Oak Lawn, will host an informational town hall Thursday, July 14, from 7-8:30 p.m. at The Rose Room inside S4, 3911 Cedar Springs Road.

Baseball fans are used to receiving swag when stadiums host regular ‘promotion nights’, from bobble heads to drink coupons. But on this day in 1979, the Chicago White Sox lured crowds with a much different proposal — come to a double-header at Comiskey Park and witness crates of disco records get blown to pieces in between games.

RuPaul’s Drag Race, Euphoria and Hacks are amongst the LGBTQ+ shows nominated at this year’s upcoming Primetime Emmy Awards.

announced this morning by the actors J.B. Smoove and Melissa Fumero, highlights the best of the best.To Queerty‘s delight, some of our personal queer and queer-adjacent favorites scored major nominations (The White Lotus, Hacks, RuPaul’s Drag Race, Yellowjackets etc…), and we’re pleased to report plenty of LGBTQ talent is represented in the lineup.Below, we’ve got a round-up of the nominees in the major categories—as well as some hot takes on who (and who didn’t) make the cut.

upcoming Brazilian film The First Fallen (original title: Os Primeiros Soldados) on your radar, and now we’ve got another reason to get excited for the feature: Its gorgeous star recently came out as gay—and he and his boyfriend are adorable.From director Rodrigo de Oliveira, The First Fallen is a moving drama about the first year of the AIDS epidemic in Brazil, focusing on some of the first queer people to contract the disease in the coastal town of Vitoría. Among them is a young biology student named Suzano, played by actor Johnny Massaro.Best known for his Brazilian television roles—including a villainous turn in the soap Beyond Illusion—The First Fallen represents a major breakthrough for Massaro, delivering a stunning lead performance that anchors the emotional drama.As Suzano, the 30-year-old has received some of the best reviews of his career.

Netflix makeover series Queer Eye is looking for its fifth straight Emmy win after picking up its latest nomination.

It is understood that Irish television star Graham Norton marked his wedding over the weekend with a blessing ceremony at the elegant Bantry House followed by a party at his holiday home in Cork village Ahakista. Norton and his partner (who is still shrouded in mystery to protect his privacy) may have been married at […]

Despite following instructions from the owner of the campground he was at, a Trans man named Noah Ruiz was attacked on July 3 when he left the women’s bathroom that he’d been told to use. To top things off, he was then arrested by local authorities. At Cross’ Campground in Camden, Ohio, the property owner […]

A Georgia judge just threw the book at Lindsey Graham.The anti-LGBTQ senator was served with a subpoena last week from Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis’ special grand jury investigating ex-president Donald Trump‘s failed attempt to overturn the 2020 election in Georgia.Graham’s attorneys initially responded by issuing statement saying that he fully intends to fight the subpoena, calling the whole thing nothing more than a “fishing expedition.”“Senator Graham plans to go to court, challenge the subpoena, and expects to prevail,” attorneys Bart Daniel and Matt Austin said.But a judge ruled yesterday that, nope, sorry, he’s gotta testify.Related: Lindsey Graham reaches for his smelling salts after being slapped with grand jury subpoenaFulton County Superior Court Judge Robert McBurney ordered that Graham testify before the special grand jury on August 2, saying he is a “necessary and material witness” in Willis’ probe.The jury wants to speak with him about those two phone calls he made to Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger and his staff shortly after the 2020 election.According to court documents, Graham “questioned Raffensperger and his staff about reexamining certain absentee ballots cast in Georgia in order to explore the possibility of a more favorable outcome for former President Donald Trump.”The filing also says Graham brought up accusations of widespread voter fraud, which have since been disproven.Related: Ketanji Brown Jackson handles Lindsey Graham like a boss during extremely stupid line of questioningThe special grand jury has also subpoenaed seven other people, including Trump’s personal lawyer/sideshow act Rudy Giuliani.In a statement last week, Willis said, “It is my hope that Sen.

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Jameela Jamil laughed off fan reaction to a first look photo of her character Titania in Disney+’s upcoming She-Hulk: Attorney at Law series.