Friday, Dec 6, 2024

LGBTQ+ TOP STORIES Friday, Dec 6, 2024

After Homophobic Exchange, So. Carolina Mayor Says He MEANT 'a Bundle of Sticks'

After Homophobic Exchange, So. Carolina Mayor Says He MEANT 'a Bundle of Sticks'

A mayor from a South Carolina city is under fire for using homophobic language at a public meeting. He made a half-hearted apology.

9 hours ago

Meet Aaron King : 'Take That' Tribute Band Lead Singer (aka ScallyMasterXXX)
Meet Aaron King : 'Take That' Tribute Band Lead Singer (aka ScallyMasterXXX)

by Nicholas Dussault | 12 hours ago

Ignite the New Year with the Australian Firefighters Calendar
Ignite the New Year with the Australian Firefighters Calendar

by Kilian Melloy | Today

Russia's LGBTQ+ Community is Living in Fear Following New Laws and Court Rulings, Activists Say
Russia's LGBTQ+ Community is Living in Fear Following New Laws and Court Rulings, Activists Say

by Dasha Litvinova | Today
Belarus Seeks to Copy Neighboring Russia's Repressive LGBTQ+ Policies, Activists Say
Belarus Seeks to Copy Neighboring Russia's Repressive LGBTQ+ Policies, Activists Say

by Yuras Karmanau | Today
Not So Fun at the 'YMCA' – Victor Willis Plans on Suing Those Calling Song a 'Gay Anthem'
Not So Fun at the 'YMCA' – Victor Willis Plans on Suing Those Calling Song a 'Gay Anthem'

Dec 5

News

Takeaways from the Supreme Court Arguments on Transgender Health Care Ban: Conservatives Skeptical
Takeaways from the Supreme Court Arguments on Transgender Health Care Ban: Conservatives Skeptical

The Supreme Court heard the most high-profile case of its term on Wednesday, weighing Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming health care for transgender minors.

by Lindsay Whitehurst | Dec 5

A Court in Kenya Finds a Housemate Guilty in the Killing of an LGBTQ+ Activist
A Court in Kenya Finds a Housemate Guilty in the Killing of an LGBTQ+ Activist

A court in Kenya has found the housemate of an LBGTQ activist guilty of murder in the killing of the activist, whose body was discovered stashed in a metal box...

by Evelyne Musambi | Dec 5

Supreme Court Seems Likely to Uphold Tennessee's Ban on Medical Treatments for Transgender Minors
Supreme Court Seems Likely to Uphold Tennessee's Ban on Medical Treatments for Transgender Minors

by Mark Sherman | Dec 4
USGA and LPGA to Require Female at Birth or Changing Gender Before Puberty Under New Policies
USGA and LPGA to Require Female at Birth or Changing Gender Before Puberty Under New Policies

by Doug Ferguson | Dec 4
Gay Twitter, Fellow Lawmakers Drag Michigan GOP State Rep after Call to 'Make Marriage Equality Illegal Again'
Gay Twitter, Fellow Lawmakers Drag Michigan GOP State Rep after Call to 'Make Marriage Equality Illegal Again'

by Kilian Melloy | Dec 4

Culture

Constantine Rousouli on Playing 'Gay as Hell' in 'Big Gay Jamboree'
Constantine Rousouli on Playing 'Gay as Hell' in 'Big Gay Jamboree'

Constantine Rousouli says he having a blast playing as gay as it gets in "The Big Gay Jamboree," the off-Broadway musical continuing its run through December...

by Nicholas Dussault | Dec 5

Australian OnlyFans Star Tayo Ricci Expecting a Baby with His Stepsister, Wife Scarlet Vas
Australian OnlyFans Star Tayo Ricci Expecting a Baby with His Stepsister, Wife Scarlet Vas

Australian influencer and OnlyFans hunk Tayo Ricci and his wife – stepsister Scarlet Vas, an actor and also an OnlyFans star – are expecting a bundle of joy.

by Kilian Melloy | Dec 5

Lance Bass Would 'Cry Every Night' as a Gay Youth; Being a Boy Band Sex Symbol Felt Like 'God's Little Joke'
Lance Bass Would 'Cry Every Night' as a Gay Youth; Being a Boy Band Sex Symbol Felt Like 'God's Little Joke'

by Kilian Melloy | Dec 5

Luke Evans Chokes Up Describing the Moment He Came Out to His Religious Mom
Luke Evans Chokes Up Describing the Moment He Came Out to His Religious Mom

by Kilian Melloy | Dec 5

With This Year's Wrapped, Spotify Invents a New Way to Say Gay - And 'Pink Pilates Princess' Twitter is Having a Ball with It
With This Year's Wrapped, Spotify Invents a New Way to Say Gay - And 'Pink Pilates Princess' Twitter is Having a Ball with It

by Kilian Melloy | Dec 5

Pride

Thousands Gather for Colorful Celebration at Taiwan Pride Parade
Thousands Gather for Colorful Celebration at Taiwan Pride Parade

Thousands gathered on the streets of Taipei on Saturday for the Taiwan Pride parade, one of Asia's largest annual celebrations of inclusivity.

by Johnson Lai | Oct 26

Atlanta's Out on Film 2024 Announces Filmmaker Awards
Atlanta's Out on Film 2024 Announces Filmmaker Awards

Out on Film presented by GILEAD has announced the filmmaker awards for the recently concluded 37th edition of the Atlanta-based LGBTQIA+ film festival.

Oct 25

Come Out With Pride Festival :: October 19, 2024
Come Out With Pride Festival :: October 19, 2024

by Mark Melnick | Oct 22

Come Out With Pride Parade :: October 19, 2024
Come Out With Pride Parade :: October 19, 2024

by Mark Melnick | Oct 21

Jai Rodriguez To Emcee National LGBTQ Task Force Gala Honoring Karamo
Jai Rodriguez To Emcee National LGBTQ Task Force Gala Honoring Karamo

Oct 6

Media

EDGE Now: Holigay Classics
EDGE Now: Holigay Classics

Ready to sleigh this holiday season with your boo? We've got a lineup of queer holiday films that'll make you laugh, cry, and maybe steal a kiss under the...

Dec 5

EDGE Now: Holiday Hotspots
EDGE Now: Holiday Hotspots

Ready to make your holiday sparkle? If you're craving winter magic and cozy vibes, these destinations are calling your name. Check out the latest episode of...

Nov 25

EDGE Now: Holiday Decor
EDGE Now: Holiday Decor

Nov 21
The Stonewall Inn Brick Awards @ Racket NYC :: November 18, 2024
The Stonewall Inn Brick Awards @ Racket NYC :: November 18, 2024

by Wilsonmodels | Nov 19

EDGE Now: Trans Influencers
EDGE Now: Trans Influencers

Nov 14

EDGE RECOMMENDS

On The EDGE: Dr. Allison Bloom

Dr. Allison Bloom, a renowned specialist in reproductive endocrinology and infertility, is on a mission to empower patients with the knowledge and care they need to build their families. Join the conversation!