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Welsh County LGBTQ+ Timeline Collection – the queer history of every county in Wales

Graham Robson March 22, 2024

Welsh historian and author Norena Shopland, who specialises in researching, recording and promoting LGBTQ+ history, has announced the complete Welsh County LGBTQ+ Timeline Collection, which shares the queer history of every county in Wales, is now available. In 2021/22 and 2023 the Welsh Government commissioned training in LGBTQ+ Language and History for local museums, libraries […]

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“I wish I could come out 20 times.” Ricky Martin reveals coming out “felt amazing”

Graham Robson March 22, 2024

Latin singer Ricky Martin has revealed coming out to his fans in 2010 “felt amazing”. “I wrote a letter, and I tweeted it,” Martin told Andy Cohen on SiriusXM. “I wish I could come out 20 times. It felt amazing. Of course, I started crying like a baby. You know, I pressed send, and I […]

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Music

Even Still: non-binary indie artist Noah Elliott releases sophomore EP, which delves deep into mental health and queer identity

Graham Robson March 22, 2024

Non-binary indie artist Noah Elliott invites listeners on a deeply personal journey through themes of connection, loneliness, and self-discovery with their highly anticipated sophomore EP, Even Still, which is unique blend of intimate melodies, minimalistic arrangements, and introspective spoken word. At 23 years old, Noah Elliott is already making waves in the indie music scene […]

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“Yes, dear!” Fundraiser for Hastings Pride with iconic Miss Jason at Forbidden Fruit

Graham Robson March 21, 2024

Forbidden Fruit Hastings is to host a glamorous fundraiser for this year’s Hastings Pride with the iconic Miss Jason on Thursday, May 23. All proceeds from the event, which is hosted in partnership with Forbidden Fruit and RBE Associates, will go to Hastings Pride so whether you chose to donate or attend, every penny goes […]

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International News

Two arrested in Russia’s first LGBTQ+ ‘extremism’ criminal case

Graham Robson March 21, 2024

A Russian court has ordered a bar administrator and its art director to be placed in custody, accusing them of organising an “extremist organisation” under new legislation criminalising the LGBTQ community. They will remain in custody until May 18 and face up to 10 years in prison, according to the court in southwestern Russia. This […]

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Out & About

R-Bar announces first ever QUEER RUM FESTIVAL

Graham Robson March 21, 2024

Brighton’s famous LGBTQ+ hotspot R-Bar has announced its first ever QUEER RUM FESTIVAL for 2024 will launch on Good Friday (March 29) and run until April 15. Rum enthusiasts can enjoy over 40 different rums, plus exclusive rum-based cocktails and shooters, and pop-up tasting sessions. Customers can purchase a Rum Taster Ticket for £15, which […]

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Community News

Rhize Up Fest: Radical Rhizomes to open its doors to general public for the very first time at Brighton’s Ironworks on Sunday, March 24

Graham Robson March 19, 2024

To celebrate 5+ years of creative QTIBPoC communities in Brighton & Hove, Radical Rhizomes is to open its doors for the first time to the general public at Brighton’s Ironworks on Sunday, March 24, showcasing and sharing some favourite activities from its regular programme. Rhize Up Fest is a QTIBPoC-led space open to all allies […]

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Brighton LGBTQIA+ History Club invites participants of Brighton Trans*formed to celebrate 10th anniversary of the groundbreaking project

Graham Robson March 19, 2024

Picture by: @alonglines In 2014 Brighton Trans*formed set off to record and document the lives and experiences of Brighton & Hove’s trans community. Using writing, memories, oral histories and photography, the project captured a snapshot of the rich variety of trans lives in Brighton & Hove at a moment of significant change for the community. […]

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OPINION: Robert Brown, a gay man selected as Liberal Democrat candidate for Kemptown Ward by-election, talks to Scene

Graham Robson March 19, 2024

Gay man Robert Brown, who has has been selected as Liberal Democrat candidate for the Kemptown Ward by-election, talks to Scene magazine about the state of Brighton’s ‘gay village’ and the future of Brighton & Hove Pride street parties on St James’s Street. Since standing in the May 2023 local elections, Robert has been working […]

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