Today, October 9, marks the Netherlands' annual Paarse Vrijdag (Purple Friday). This year, the event moves from December to October, aiming to set a tone of acceptance for the entire school year—a message made more urgent by recent findings of declining acceptance among teens.
Read moreAlfie Watts, the youngest winner of the popular BBC travel show 'Race Across the World', has shared that he's bisexual in a candid and relatable Instagram post, admitting it was a 'terrifying' step to take publicly.
Read moreThe 15th annual Attitude Awards celebrated LGBTQ+ icons and allies in London this week, with Donatella Versace, Pet Shop Boys, and Sugababes among the winners. Orville Peck accepted his Man of the Year award with a powerful call for men to do more for the community.
Read moreSet for July 2027 in Amsterdam, the Men in Touch Festival offers a weekend for men—including trans and non-binary folks—to explore connection, intimacy, and community beyond the usual scene.
Read moreWalther Ploos van Amstel, a celebrated professor of logistics and the beloved DJ known as Big General, has passed away. He was a key figure in Amsterdam's queer nightlife, co-founding Furball and championing inclusivity on the dance floor.
Read moreThe American actor and activist was a trailblazer for gay visibility in Hollywood and a fierce advocate against HIV stigma, publicly sharing his diagnosis when few others dared.
Read moreSix individuals and organizations are in the running for the 2026 Hague Queer Awards, recognized for their vital contributions across two categories: 'Queer Promise' for emerging initiatives and 'Queer Figurehead' for long-standing advocates.
Read moreThe Dutch LGBTQ+ family-building organization Meer dan Gewenst is holding a speed-dating event in Amsterdam on November 1 for individuals and couples seeking a co-parent.
Read moreOlympic gold medalist and knitting king Tom Daley just got a full drag makeover from Drag Race star Plastique Tiara, revealing his new persona and a surprisingly perfect drag name.
Read moreMister Gay Europe Michael Pereira found all his Meta accounts suddenly blocked without explanation. The worst part? He pays for premium support, but the ban itself prevents him from accessing it.
Read morePolice in Taipei, a city known for its progressive LGBTQ+ rights, raided a gay bar and detained dozens of patrons, leading to immediate protests from the community just weeks before the city's major Pride parade.
Read moreAfter a three-year retreat from the literary world, International Booker Prize winner Lucas Rijneveld is back with a new poetry collection and speaks openly about his transition, the impact of testosterone on his life and work, and shedding his old public 'harness'.
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