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Troye Sivan U=U SWEAT Tour outfit goes up for Elton John AIDS Foundation auction

October 29, 2024, 5:21 am

Troye Sivan on stage in his U=U outfit. ebay Troye Sivan’s U=U outfit, which he wore on his recently wrapped SWEAT Tour with Charli xcx, is being auctioned to raise funds for the Elton John AIDS...

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Project Arts Centre to celebrate creative diversity at unmissable Open Day

October 29, 2024, 7:52 am

Project arts centre is holding its annual open day Project Arts Centre in Temple Bar is inviting the public to an exciting lineup of free and accessible events as part of its Open Day on Saturday,...

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Na Gaeil Aeracha makes history as first explicitly LGBTQ+ inclusive team to...

October 29, 2024, 9:42 am

Na Gaeil Aeracha posing for a team photo at their cup final. Na Gaeil Aeracha has made history as the first explicitly LGBTQ+-inclusive team to win a GAA cup final. The club was announced as the...

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New project helps LGBTQ+ people in Ireland navigate end-of-life needs

October 29, 2024, 9:47 am

Panel of speakers at the launch of EMBER, a guide for LGBTQ+ people about addressing their end-of-life needs. The speakers are sitting on chair while speaking to the audience. Beatrice Fanucci...

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Teen accused of targeting gay men in Phoenix Park further charged with threat...

October 30, 2024, 5:18 am

This article is about a teen being charged over an incident in Phoenix Park. The image is of Phoenix Park. James Emmans via Wikimedia Commons A teen accused of taking part in an incident in Phoenix...

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Watch: First trailer drops for Daniel Craig's new gay romance film Queer

October 30, 2024, 6:46 am

Trailer for Daniel Craig and Drew Starkey new gay romance film 'Queer' is relaesed A24 has released the official trailer for Queer, the highly-anticipated new film by Academy Award-nominated director...

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Second high court in Japan finds same-sex marriage ban unconstitutional

October 30, 2024, 7:25 am

Flag of Japan, where high court ruling found the same-sex marriage ban unconstitutional. The flag is white with a red circle in the centre. Via Shutterstock - akiyoko On Wednesday, October 30, the...

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Amber Benson reflects on groundbreaking lesbian representation in Buffy the...

October 30, 2024, 10:02 am

Amber Benson recently spoke about her portrayal of a queer characters in Buffy The Vampire Slayer @wisteriawlw via x Buffy the Vampire Slayer was a sweet, campy series that celebrated female...

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Dublin Book Festival returns with programme full of wonderful queer highlights

October 30, 2024, 10:51 am

Photo taken at the Dublin Book Festival, with people in the audience listening to people talk on a stage. Via Instagram - @dublinbookfest Returning to the Irish capital with their biggest programme to...

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Iconic queer band Scissor Sisters announces reunion tour with Dublin date

October 31, 2024, 5:31 am

Scissor Sisters members, who have announced a reunion tour, posing for the camera wearing black and white clothes with a grey background. Via X - @bestfitmusic The Scissor Sisters have announced their...

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Writing outside the margins: growing up with ADHD and the gender bias

October 31, 2024, 7:22 am

To finish of ADHD awareness week, I talk about my experience with the referal bias I was nine when I got my official ADHD diagnosis, which was unusual—especially for a girl. Stereotypes, internalised...

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Agatha All Along makes sapphic Marvel history and fans swoon over...

October 31, 2024, 9:23 am

Characters Agatha and Rio from Agatha All Along, who shared a sapphic kiss, looking at each other with a wood in the background. Via X - @crisfdez007 After the two-episode finale of Agatha All Along...

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Charli xcx’s ‘Brat’ crowned Collins Word of the Year for 2024

November 1, 2024, 4:58 am

A cropped image of Charli xcx's brat t-shirt, after brat has been named Word of the Year by Collins Dictionary. @charli_xcx via Instagram ‘Brat’ has been crowned Collins Dictionary’s Word of the Year...

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Drag artist and HIV activist Veda Lady releases special U=U liqueur

November 1, 2024, 7:43 am

A split screen of Veda Lady and her new liqueur. One of Ireland’s favourite drag performers and HIV activists Veda Lady has proudly presented her new creation, Love Bomb—a bold, blood orange liqueur...

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Fabulous queer events happening across Ireland this November

November 1, 2024, 8:33 am

Split screen of queer events happening in November in Ireland, including a trans film, a ballet and a drag activist night. Via X - @pozvibe, via Instagram - @ausballet, @corkfilmfest Spooky season is...

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Man pleads guilty to assault on Roderic O’Gorman while canvassing in Dublin

November 4, 2024, 4:30 am

An image of Roderic O'Gorman and his canvassers in Dublin. @rodericogorman via X A man has pled guilty to an assault on Roderic O’Gorman while he was canvassing in Dublin. The 45-year-old appeared...

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Chloë Grace Moretz comes out in passionate social media post endorsing Kamala...

November 4, 2024, 6:58 am

Chloë Grace Moretz has opened up about her sexuality for the first time, sharing with the world that she identifies as a gay woman. In a powerful social media post, The Miseducation of Cameron Post...

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7 fantastic LGBTQ+ highlights of the 2024 Cork International Film Festival

November 4, 2024, 7:36 am

A split screen of three LGBTQ+ films from the Cork International Film Festival. Trans Memoria, All Shall Be Well and Viet and Nam for Cork Internatioanl Film Festival The Cork International Film...

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Chappell Roan makes SNL debut with new sultry sapphic country anthem

November 4, 2024, 10:13 am

A screenshot of Chappell Roan from her SNL performance. Saturday Night Live via YouTube On November 2, Chappell Roan appeared on Saturday Night Live (SNL), joining forces with host John Mulaney in an...

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Heartlands Pride announces jam-packed programme for unmissable Winter festival

November 5, 2024, 8:30 am

Heartlands Winter Pride is officially returning via @heartlandspride on Instagram Heartlands Pride, Athlone’s Winter Pride festival, is set to return in 2024 for its second year. Running from November...

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Donald Trump elected US president in blow for LGBTQ+ and minority communities

November 6, 2024, 4:28 am

Photo of incoming US President Donald Trump. @realdonaldtrump via X Donald Trump has been elected US president for the second time, beating Democratic candidate Kamala Harris. The Associated Press...

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Sarah McBride makes history as first out trans member of US Congress

November 6, 2024, 5:30 am

An image of Sarah McBride standing at a podium, with various campaign signs visible in the photo. @SarahEMcBride via X Sarah McBride has made history as the first out trans member of Congress in the...

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Irish LGBTQ+ organisations launch first-of-its-kind manifesto ahead of...

November 6, 2024, 7:43 am

The LGBTQ+ community has launched an official manifesto ahead of the upcoming general election A coalition of 18 prominent LGBTQ+ organisations in Ireland has come together today, November 6, to...

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Nearly 50% of LGBTQ+ secondary school students in Ireland face bullying,...

November 6, 2024, 9:19 am

A promotional image for Stand Up Awareness week, working to fight anti-LGBTQ+ bullying in Irish schools. A recent report from Belong To – LGBTQ+ Youth Ireland in partnership with Trinity College...

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What Donald Trump's election means for LGBTQ+ Americans

November 6, 2024, 9:48 am

An image of incoming US President Donald Trump. @therealdonaldtrump via Instagram Before his initial run for president, Donald Trump had varying views on LGBTQ+ issues. One of his first campaign...

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Key information for LGBTQ+ voters ahead of Irish general election

November 7, 2024, 8:30 am

This article covers keys information for LGBTQ+ Voters for the upcoing general election 2024 img via @eleccommirl via instagram Taoiseach Simon Harris has confirmed that Ireland will hold a general...

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Men in GAA shorts heat up Dublin for Paul Mescal lookalike competition

November 8, 2024, 4:51 am

Paul Mescal lookalike compitition On November 7 – a seemingly typical Thursday afternoon – Smithfield Square turned into an unexpected hub for Irish men channelling their inner Paul Mescal. Sporting...

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GCN and Poz Vibe to host powerful World AIDS Day live podcast fundraiser

November 8, 2024, 5:48 am

Poz Vibe hosts Robbie Lawlor and Veda Lady, who are hosting a fundraising event with GCN, posing on at an event with a blue background. Veda Lady GCN and Poz Vibe are proud to present ‘Poz World...

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MUBI cancels Istanbul film festival after authorities ban Daniel Craig’s Queer

November 8, 2024, 8:06 am

A still from Queer, the film that was banned by Istanbul authorities before MUBI Fest. Volta Pictures MUBI has cancelled its international film festival in Istanbul after local authorities banned...

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Uncovering the lesbian love story within new Irish history book Hotel Lux

November 8, 2024, 9:06 am

Elisa and Joyce the main interest in Hotel Lux img courtesy of Maurice J Casey Historian Maurice J. Casey spoke with GCN about his latest book, Hotel Lux, which has recently been shortlisted for The...

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Tottenham Hotspur football club charged over supporters’ homophobic chanting

November 11, 2024, 3:37 am

An image of Tottenham Hotspur's fans in the stadium. @SpursOfficial via X Tottenham Hotspur FC has been charged by the Football Association (FA) in response to alleged homophobic chanting by their...

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Solidarity rally to take place in Dublin to push back against hate and division

November 11, 2024, 8:50 am

People at a rally in Dublin marching with flags and a sign that reads "Stronger Together". Via Instagram - @gcnmag A solidarity and unity rally is set to take place in Dublin on Saturday, November 23,...

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Oscar Wilde's lost books discovered in "miracle" moment for LGBTQ+ history

November 12, 2024, 4:05 am

Black and white image of Oscar Wilde, whose lost books have been discovered by UCL. Wikimedia Commons A librarian at University College London (UCL) has discovered three books previously owned by...

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Anti-LGBTQ+ agitators had “deep impact” on Irish library staff, report finds

November 12, 2024, 9:04 am

This article is about a report on anti-LGBTQ+ protests targeting library staff in Ireland Employees working at libraries all over Ireland have reported feeling deeply impacted after being targeted by...

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New Irish photography exhibition Skin / Deep showcases queer, trans and...

November 12, 2024, 10:09 am

Skin / Deep exhibition image example Img by Shia Conlon Running from November 23 to February 9, Skin / Deep is a groundbreaking exhibition at Photo Museum Ireland that explores the complexities of...

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Cork City Council passes first motion tackling misinformation following...

November 13, 2024, 4:11 am

An screenshot from a livestream of a Cork City Council meeting. Cork City Council via YouTube Cork City Council has become the first to pass a motion committing “to using factual and accurate...

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New York's Staten Island St Patrick’s Day Parade lifts 60-year ban on LGBTQ+...

November 13, 2024, 8:42 am

Pride Center of Staten Island march in a St Patrick's Day parade. Pride Center of Staten Island via Facebook After years of protests and controversy, New York’s Staten Island has finally agreed to...

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New club night Rose Party launches in Dublin for queer women and friends

November 13, 2024, 9:47 am

This article is about the new Dublin Rose Party img via @table_45_dublin Dublin has welcomed its newest queer night to celebrate and connect in a vibrant, inclusive space. Rose Party is a female and...

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Trans teen Nex Benedict’s school district failed to address harassment, US...

November 14, 2024, 4:57 am

Photo of Nex Benedict, a trans teen who attented an Oklahoma school, smiling at the camera with trees in the background. @IAMn0tthe1 via X On Wednesday, November 13, the US Department of Education...

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"They weren’t ready for that": Denzel Washington says queer kiss scene was...

November 14, 2024, 8:58 am

img @gladiatormovie via instagram In a recent interview, Denzel Washington shared that a same-sex kiss scene he filmed for Gladiator II was ultimately cut. Washington, who portrays the wealthy but...

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Dublin man pleads guilty to robbing three men targeted on Grindr

November 15, 2024, 4:59 am

This article is about a Dublin man pleading guilty to targeting men through Grindr and robbing them. In the photo, a Garda with his back facing the camera in uniform. Via Shutterstock - Damien Storan...

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Taoiseach discusses LGBTQ+ rights and trans healthcare during visit to Outhouse

November 15, 2024, 6:16 am

This article covers the meeting of the Taoiseach with Outhouse Img sourced via @outhouse_dublin Taoiseach Simon Harris, joined by Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery...

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Woman and man arrested as part of ongoing investigations into Dublin Riots

November 15, 2024, 8:39 am

Photo of Dublin Riots, with a woman being recently arrested in connection, showing a fire on O'Connell Bridge. Via X - @tiara_keane Two further people, a woman in her 40s and a man in his 30s, have...

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Lady Gaga to appear in season 2 of Wednesday, filming in Ireland

November 15, 2024, 8:59 am

Lady gaga and Jenna Ortega to costar in Wednesday via @ladygag and @adwebbjr Lady Gaga is set to appear in season 2 of Netflix’s hit series Wednesday. The pop icon’s involvement comes after her 2011...

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Four more men arrested in connection with Dublin Riots

November 18, 2024, 4:13 am

Photo of O'Connell bridge during the Dublin riots, with four men arrested in connection with the case. The image shows a group of people and a car on fire. Via X - @ju_khatib This morning, November...

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Ali Bromley makes history as first lesbian winner of Big Brother UK

November 18, 2024, 6:54 am

Big Brother's Ali Bromley smiling with her hands in the air. @bbuk via X Ali Bromley has made history as the first out lesbian to win Big Brother UK. The result was announced on Friday, November 15,...

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London queer nightclub Heaven closed after security guard charged with rape

November 18, 2024, 7:26 am

Entrance of Heaven nightclub, which closed following rape allegations against a security guard. Via X - @josh_salisbury Popular queer nightclub Heaven, located in London, has closed “until further...

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Gardaí release photos of 99 “persons of interest” as part of Dublin riots...

November 19, 2024, 4:31 am

Photo taken during the Dublin riots, with gardaí releasing photos of 99 "person of interests" connected with the events. The photo shows a bus on fire in Dublin's city centre. Via X - @morningireland...

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Footballers Sam Kerr and Kristie Mewis receive homophobic abuse following...

November 19, 2024, 5:05 am

Black and white photobooth images of Sam Kerr and Kristie Mewis. They kiss and show their ultrasound scan. @samanthakerr20 via Instagram Sam Kerr and Kristie Mewis have received homophobic abuse after...

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Russia advances adoption ban for countries allowing gender-affirming care

November 19, 2024, 8:50 am

This article is about Russia advancing a bill to ban adoptions by people from countries where gender-affirming care is legal. in the photo, a Russian flag flying with a blue sky in the background. Via...

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