Simply Blue 2014 pageants party gallery
Simply Blue, one of Joburg’s longest-running gay clubs, recently hosted its annual and much-anticipated Mr and Miss Simply Blue pageants and after-parties. Muzi Zuma took home the Miss Simply Blue crown while Eldrid (aka Mr Carter) won the Mr Simply Blue title. Check out the pics below.
JK Rowling confirms gay students at Hogwarts
Harry Potter author JK Rowling has confirmed that the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry is a pretty diverse place in which to study. In an impromptu Q&A on Twitter on Wednesday, the writer answered questions from fans about her fictional universe that’s spawned a series of best-selling books and hit movies. One fan, ben (@benjaminroffman), […]
Evangelist: gays will die out because they don’t breed
Well-known anti-gay American televangelist Pat Robertson has once again displayed his ignorance on television. The 84-year-old was asked by a viewer of the Christian Broadcasting Network’s 700 Club programme about his stance on her church not allowing members to date. “Most the people in church are frustrated because we’re getting older and no one is getting […]
Desperate plea to save Ugandan lesbian from UK deportation
The UK is planning to deport a persecuted lesbian back to Uganda, where a harsh anti-LGBTI climate that could endanger her life awaits. Activists worldwide have weighed in with letters and reports in support of openly lesbian Judith Twikirize, 23, in an attempt to save the young woman from deportation. They have called for her […]
Gay Sydney siege hero lauded for bravery
The gay man who died during the cafe siege in Sydney has been praised as a hero for his brave efforts to save the hostages. Tori Johnson, 34, was killed on Tuesday when he wrestled with gunman Man Haron Monis in a bid to allow other hostages to flee. Monis reportedly shot him in the […]
Watch: Boer Soek ‘n Ou’s Giel meets three contenders
Lonely gay farmer Giel is closer to finding a boyfriend in the follow-up to the spoof of Afrikaans love match reality show Boer Soek ‘n Vrou (farmer seeks woman/wife). The original hilarious Boer Soek ‘n Ou (farmer seeks a guy) video became a sensation when it was posted online in November by VrydagNag Laat, a […]
US anti-gay billboard model is gay South African
In a surprising twist, the model featured in a controversial anti-gay billboard in the US is not only gay, but is also South African. The billboard, put up by an “ex-gay” group along a major highway in Richmond, Virginia, shows the faces purported to be those of male twins and reads: “Identical twins: One gay. […]
Russian gay propaganda law fuels anti-LGBT violence
Russia has been accused of allowing a wave of violence against LGBT people, fuelled by the country’s federal gay propaganda law. “I felt blood in my mouth, but only later learned that the attackers had broken my jaw in two places. They took me to a nearby empty yard and asked me, ‘So how are […]
Ian McMahon talks Royal Navy & MCQP Jozi
Cape Town’s annual iconic Mother City Queer Project (MCQP) costume mega party is back this weekend for its 21st outing. The theme is ‘Royal Navy’ and the bash will see 112 DJs and performers entertain thousands of revellers. MCQP Event Director Ian McMahon spoke to us about the event’s anniversary, plans to host an MCQP in Jozi, and […]
Pastor dresses horse in wedding gown to protest gay marriage
An American pastor has come up with a unique way of protesting the legalisation of same-sex marriage. On Friday, the Rev. Edward James stood outside the Federal Courthouse in Jackson, Mississippi, next to his horse, Charlotte, that he had dressed in a white wedding gown. The pastor held up a sign that read: “Do you […]