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Church of England facing safeguarding crisis for LGBTQ+ people, Jayne Ozanne says

Gay evangelical Jayne Ozanne has said the Church of England is facing a safeguarding crisis for LGBTQ+ youth, and hopes her high-profile resignation from the General Synod will lead to significant action.  Speaking to PinkNews, the campaigner said recent discussions at the Church’s national assembly – where the topic of same-sex blessings was debated – […]

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Drag Race UK’s Crystal tells High Court impact of Laurence Fox’s ‘vicious attack’

Drag Race UK star Crystal has told a High Court about the “distressing” impact of Laurence Fox’s “vicious attack” online that set a “mob of bigots” after him. Both Crystal, whose real name is Colin Seymour, and former Stonewall trustee Simon Blake are suing Fox for libel over an interaction that occurred on X (formerly […]

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Romania ‘not ready’ for more LGBTQ+ rights, says Prime Minister

Romania’s Prime Minister has said that the country isn’t ready to uphold LGBTQ+ rights in line with the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR). It comes after the ECHR ruled in May that Romania had breached of article eight of the European Convention on Human Rights – the right to respect for private and family […]

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Beyoncé shares first look at Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé

Beyoncé has given fans the first trailer for her upcoming concert film Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé as a special Thanksgiving treat. Ms. Carter sent the Beyhive feral when she first announced that a film about the inception of her critically acclaimed Renaissance Tour would be coming to cinemas this December – just after the […]

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Violent ‘far-right’ riots break out in Dublin following knife attack

Violent riots have broken out in Dublin’s city centre after a knife attack saw five people, including three young children, rushed to hospital. The riots, which have involved looting, setting fire to public transport, and attacks on Gardai (Irish police officers), have been blamed on the far-right. Garda Commissioner Drew Harris has described the “disgraceful […]

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Kylie 2008

Boots Bar hosted a lot of shows over their years – including this mega-tribute to Kylie Minogue. This montage shows the size of the cast and scope of the show, back in those days before Dragging our Heels taped everything start to finish! The event was held on November 25 & 26, 2008 and was presented by White Diamonds Productions and was a SHOWBOY Original event. Spread the word! Share this story now

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Coming Out Short Stories

We welcome your story of Coming Out in a short story format of 300 – 700 words. You can submit your story using the Expression of Interest form on our Contribute Your Story page. You can also attach one or two photos using the form which will be added to your story. These do not qualify for any honorariums at this time. My Girlfriend Told Me You get shoved in enough lockers, had names and spit wads thrown at you. I already knew. She said “You will be old, grey and alone!” I’d have to get married, have kids.…

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