Lady Gaga apologises for “twisted” R Kelly collaboration

Lady Gaga has finally spoken out against R&B performer R Kelly as allegations of sexual and physical abuse mount against him.
This young queer entrepreneur from the EC won’t be deterred by homophobia

Starting a business can be quite challenging. It can be even more difficult for the queer entrepreneur who is marginalised or living in environments that constantly make them feel unwelcome.
Cameroon | Shattered dreams as lesbian footballer banned from playing

A promising footballer in Cameroon has spoken out about the ordeal of being thrown off her team because she is a lesbian woman.
Marvel introduces first drag queen superhero

The comic book world has become that much more fierce and fabulous, with the introduction of Shade, the first drag queen superhero.
Israel Medical Association rejects conversion therapy

LGBTQ activists have welcomed news that Israeli doctors have been barred from trying to change people’s sexual orientation, known as conversion therapy.
Congratulations! Caster Semenya and her wife celebrate anniversary

South Africa’s most famous athlete Caster Semenya and her wife Violet Raseboya are celebrating their wedding anniversary this week.
Nigeria | Backlash as actress comes out the closet

Alli Ojo, an actress and model in Nigeria, is facing a homophobic backlash and even the risk of arrest after she came out as lesbian on social media.
Opinion | Why I’m on PrEP

How many stories have you heard of people confronted with HIV when their ‘committed’ partners confess that they’ve cheated? PrEP is one way of making sure that when you say, “It will never happen to me”, you’re telling the truth.
Steven Anderson crony resigns over sex and drugs scandal

One of anti-gay bigot Steven Anderson’s fellow hate preachers has stepped down after being embroiled in a sex and drugs scandal.
Big LGBTQ wins at the Golden Globes

From the Freddie Mercury biopic to Ben Whishaw’s acting, Sunday’s 76th Annual Golden Globes was a win for LGBTQ themes and stars.