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Eduardo Morales Crowned Mr. Gay Spain 2025 Where Cultures Converge in Celebration At just 24 years old, Eduardo Adrián Morales Lobaina has earned the title of Mr. Gay Spain 2025. Originally from La Línea de la Concepción in the Cádiz province of Andalusia, Eduardo proudly embraces his dual heritage — a rich blend of Spanish […]

LGBTQ+ Identity in Music Lyrics Tracing Queer Voices in Music: From the 1980s to Today Since the 1980s, LGBTQ+ musicians and their allies have harnessed the power of song to celebrate, conceal, or question identity. Whether subtly coded or openly declared, lyrics have mirrored changing times—reflecting evolving social climates, legal milestones, and individual acts of

Queer Writing For generations, queer voices were stifled—hidden, dismissed, or erased entirely. But even in secrecy—in handwritten journals or anonymous blogs—these voices found ways to express identity, claim space, and demand visibility. Today, queer writing does more than narrate experiences—it builds connection, champions rights, and transforms culture. From the quiet reflections of personal diaries to

Drag Race France: All Stars It’s time to sashay back into the spotlight! Drag Race France returns for its dazzling All Stars season, premiering July 10 on france.tv and France 2. Ten unforgettable queens from the first three seasons are ready to re-enter the werkroom and fight for the crown — again. Elips (Season 1

Festival Fantasia 2025: Queer Highlights A Bold, Inclusive Lineup for the 29th Edition of Fantasia From July 16 to August 3, 2025, the Fantasia International Film Festival returns to Montreal for its 29th edition, with over 125 feature films and 200 short films on the docket. The event kicks off with Ari Aster’s Eddington —

Introduction Hiking is more than a leisure activity—it’s a celebration of freedom, exploration, and self-discovery. For individuals in the LGBTQ+ community, hitting the trails can also be an empowering way to connect with nature in inclusive and welcoming spaces. In this guide, we highlight some of the most scenic and LGBTQ+ friendly hikes across France,

India Officially Recognizes Transgender Women Under the Law Andhra Pradesh High Court Affirms Gender Identity Rights In a landmark decision, the Andhra Pradesh High Court ruled that transgender women are legally to be recognized as women. Justice Venkata Jyothirmai Pratapa delivered the verdict, making it clear that defining womanhood solely by reproductive ability is both

Chicago O’Hare Airport May Welcome Its First Gay Bar Chicago O’Hare International Airport — one of the busiest travel hubs in the United States — could soon make history by hosting its first gay bar within its terminals. Renowned restaurateur Germán González has proposed opening a new outpost of Sidetrack, the iconic LGBTQ+ bar that

Argentine filmmaker Marco Berger—widely recognized as a key voice in modern queer cinema—makes a compelling return with The Astronaut Lovers (Los amantes astronautas). Rich in sensuality and emotional depth, this film is quintessential Berger: intimate, nuanced, and wholly captivating. A Playful Dance of Desire and Ambiguity Pedro, portrayed by Javier Orán, leaves Spain for a

parental rights, LGBTQ content, public schools, United States Supreme Court Ruling Redefines Parental Rights in Public Education In a landmark 6-3 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in Mahmoud v. Taylor that parents may exempt their children from classroom content related to gender and sexuality. Marking a major legal turning point, this decision underscores shifting