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  • Polyamorous relationships in West Hollywood now offered extra protections
    by Jack Wetherill on November 3, 2026 at 3:38 pm

    People in “multi-partner domestic relationships” in West Hollywood have just been granted extra protections. The move, which has been in the works for months, was officially adopted at a 2 November, 2026 City Council meeting, after a 5-0 vote. It will go into effect 30 days after it was adopted. West Hollywood, which is in The post Polyamorous relationships in West Hollywood now offered extra protections appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

  • Cynthia Nixon defends Miranda’s ‘woke’ storyline: ‘I loved that’ fans were ‘horrified’
    by Emma Davis on November 3, 2026 at 2:29 pm

    The And Just Like That star also said she was “not at all ready” to learn the show would not return for a fourth season. The post Cynthia Nixon defends Miranda’s ‘woke’ storyline: ‘I loved that’ fans were ‘horrified’ appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

  • Iconic London LGBTQ+ venue reopens after six-figure refurbishment
    by Jack Wetherill on November 3, 2026 at 2:00 pm

    Iconic Clapham LGBTQ+ venue Two Brewers has reopened its doors after a six-figure refurbishment, bringing new life to the London staple. The bar and nightclub, which has been running since 1981, closed for part of October for a refresh both inside and out. Patrons heading to the venue down Clapham High Street will now see The post Iconic London LGBTQ+ venue reopens after six-figure refurbishment appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

  • An LGBTQ+ Gift Guide for Christmas 2026
    by Emily Maskell on November 3, 2026 at 11:55 am

    This Christmas, if you’re hunting for the perfect gift for a queer icon in your life, we’ve got you covered… We’ve compiled a fun gift guide to help with your 2026 gift-giving for the queer legends in your life, whether that’s your gay uncle, your Heated Rivalry-obsessed friend or your favourite non-binary baddie… The post An LGBTQ+ Gift Guide for Christmas 2026 appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

  • City orders tarp be removed after LGBTQ+ inclusive ‘Solidarity’ mural was covered for Trump rally
    by Emma Davis on November 3, 2026 at 11:43 am

    Dubuque officials said the city-owned venue’s exterior was altered without permission, after photos of the covered mural spread online. The post City orders tarp be removed after LGBTQ+ inclusive ‘Solidarity’ mural was covered for Trump rally appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

  • Scientists baffled by ‘special relationship’ between donkey and bull
    by Jasmine Walter on November 3, 2026 at 11:24 am

    The Current Biology case study also logged licking and rubbing before and after sex, which researchers interpreted as a reciprocal social bond. The post Scientists baffled by ‘special relationship’ between donkey and bull appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

  • James Acaster already told Celebrity Traitors co-star secret identity in unaired moment
    by Jack Wetherill on November 3, 2026 at 11:23 am

    The comedian says he told Hall “I think it might be me too, Jerry”, but the exchange “never made the final edit”. The post James Acaster already told Celebrity Traitors co-star secret identity in unaired moment appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

  • Hunger Games star ‘in talks’ to play canonically gay X-Men icon in MCU reboot
    by Jack Wetherill on November 3, 2026 at 10:56 am

    The actor is said to be negotiating to play Bobby Drake, with the film currently set for a 5 May 2028 cinema release. The post Hunger Games star ‘in talks’ to play canonically gay X-Men icon in MCU reboot appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

  • Celebrity Traitors winners spark right-wing backlash after donating £83,000 prize to LGBTQ+ causes
    by Jasmine Walter on November 3, 2026 at 10:48 am

    Sebastian Croft gave his £41,500 share to Choose Love, while Romesh Ranganathan donated his to the Refugee Council, prompting a wave of criticism and support on X. The post Celebrity Traitors winners spark right-wing backlash after donating £83,000 prize to LGBTQ+ causes appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

  • Gabby Williams says she got death threats after backing trans athletes: ‘I’ll never stop fighting’
    by Emma Davis on November 3, 2026 at 10:48 am

    Speaking at the Golden State Valkyries’ exit interviews in Oakland, the forward said she faced “security issues” but is still “proud to represent the Bay”. The post Gabby Williams says she got death threats after backing trans athletes: ‘I’ll never stop fighting’ appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

  • HBO Harry Potter child stars pulled from London event amid trans rights petition
    by Jack Wetherill on November 3, 2026 at 10:34 am

    HBO said it is being “judicious” with the young actors’ time as season two films, as a petition opposing the tie-in passes 10,000 signatures. The post HBO Harry Potter child stars pulled from London event amid trans rights petition appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

  • Nearly half of Irish students think a classmate would be bullied for coming out, research finds
    by Emma Davis on November 3, 2026 at 10:33 am

    Belong To says 76% of students believe their school would be safe and supportive for LGBTQ+ classmates. The post Nearly half of Irish students think a classmate would be bullied for coming out, research finds appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

  • Influencer and adult entertainer Liam Fitzgerald dies aged 29 in motorcycle accident
    by Jasmine Walter on November 3, 2026 at 10:09 am

    His girlfriend Jamie Lyn Rinaldi said he died on 30 October at around 2am, and asked for “grace, love, and privacy” for his family and loved ones. The post Influencer and adult entertainer Liam Fitzgerald dies aged 29 in motorcycle accident appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

  • Judge throws out Sandie Peggie’s gender-critical discrimination claim against RCN
    by Jack Wetherill on November 3, 2026 at 9:44 am

    A 37-page ruling dismissed three direct discrimination complaints and found insufficient evidence her protected belief influenced the union’s actions. The post Judge throws out Sandie Peggie’s gender-critical discrimination claim against RCN appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

  • Hudson Williams calls Heated Rivalry co-star Connor Storrie his ‘platonic soulmate’
    by Jack Wetherill on November 2, 2026 at 3:48 pm

    The actor addressed fan speculation head-on on CBC’s The Assembly, explaining why their bond is “completely in love” without being romantic. The post Hudson Williams calls Heated Rivalry co-star Connor Storrie his ‘platonic soulmate’ appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

  • Ben Whishaw says Bond ‘needs to be reinvented completely’ and calls Q’s sexuality ‘unsatisfying’
    by Emma Davis on November 2, 2026 at 3:28 pm

    The Q actor also said the frenzy over who replaces Daniel Craig is “all deliberate hype”. The post Ben Whishaw says Bond ‘needs to be reinvented completely’ and calls Q’s sexuality ‘unsatisfying’ appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

  • Jessica Lange says she feels her acting career is ‘coming to an end’
    by Joanna Carter Tipton on November 2, 2026 at 3:14 pm

    The 77-year-old told Rolling Stone she still has projects “in the works forever”, but doubts they will happen as filmmaking feels increasingly “removed”. The post Jessica Lange says she feels her acting career is ‘coming to an end’ appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

  • Boyzone pay touching tribute to Stephen Gately 17 years after his tragic death
    by Jack Wetherill on November 2, 2026 at 3:12 pm

    The NOW film follows Boyzone’s June 2026 Emirates Stadium farewell and captures the band reflecting on life after losing their bandmate. The post Boyzone pay touching tribute to Stephen Gately 17 years after his tragic death appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

  • Dancing With The Stars pro Ezra Sosa ‘working his magic’ to get same-sex partner
    by Jack Wetherill on November 2, 2026 at 12:53 pm

    The Dancing with the Stars pro said he has “put in my word” with the show’s casting director as he competes in Week 8’s “Disney Night”. The post Dancing With The Stars pro Ezra Sosa ‘working his magic’ to get same-sex partner appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

  • BBC responds as I Kissed A Girl cast member alleges racism during filming
    by Jack Wetherill on November 2, 2026 at 12:17 pm

    In a nearly 90-minute YouTube video, Lindsey Amelie said key conversations about Blackness were cut from the show and described feeling pressured around intimacy. The post BBC responds as I Kissed A Girl cast member alleges racism during filming appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

  • Chappell Roan raises $2 million for trans youth with two-night Super Graphic Spectacular
    by Emma Davis on November 2, 2026 at 12:08 pm

    The pop star’s Super Graphic Spectacular marked one year of The Midwest Princess Project, with Caleb Hearon hosting and Christina Aguilera appearing. The post Chappell Roan raises $2 million for trans youth with two-night Super Graphic Spectacular appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

  • People have brutal responses to JD Vance’s ‘gay wizard’ Halloween costume
    by Joanna Carter Tipton on November 2, 2026 at 11:57 am

    The US vice president posted a video of him dressed as Dumbledore and his baby dressed as Dobby, and the reactions quickly piled up. The post People have brutal responses to JD Vance’s ‘gay wizard’ Halloween costume appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

  • 48% of LGBTQ+ folk in UK feel more accepted – but pessimistic about future
    by Jack Wetherill on November 2, 2026 at 11:49 am

    Stonewall‘s new report – LGBTQ+ Life in the UK: 2026 – has revealed a difficult look into how the community feels about equality, belonging, safety, health, work and the future. It follows the charity’s previous reports, LGBT in Britain, which were published between 2018 and 2020. The survey now reflect Stonewall’s inclusive approach to all The post 48% of LGBTQ+ folk in UK feel more accepted – but pessimistic about future appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

  • No pardons for historic gay offences in Northern Ireland since law introduced in 2018
    by Joanna Carter Tipton on November 2, 2026 at 10:25 am

    Only three people have applied since the scheme came into force in 2018, and the Department of Justice says it is reviewing the rules. The post No pardons for historic gay offences in Northern Ireland since law introduced in 2018 appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

  • Martha Stewart ‘distressed’ as she says Halloween homeless costume wasn’t meant to mock
    by Jack Wetherill on November 2, 2026 at 10:07 am

    The 85-year-old deleted the Instagram post after criticism, then admitted her first statement about “awareness” “didn’t go far enough”. The post Martha Stewart ‘distressed’ as she says Halloween homeless costume wasn’t meant to mock appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

  • Mighty Hoopla 2027 line-up announced: ‘A real pinch-me moment’
    by Jack Wetherill on November 2, 2026 at 9:41 am

    The Pussycat Dolls and Robyn have been announced as the headliners for London’s Mighty Hoopla 2027, with early bird tickets already sold out. Next year will see the festival celebrate its 10-year anniversary, with pop music legends set to take to the stage across 5 and 6 June, 2027 in Brockwell Park. “Dancing On My The post Mighty Hoopla 2027 line-up announced: ‘A real pinch-me moment’ appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

  • Celebrity Traitors winners crowned after James Blunt’s last-minute fire-pit move backfires
    by Michael Stevens on October 30, 2026 at 10:09 pm

    The BBC One finale ended with the Faithfuls taking the £83,000 prize pot for Refugee Council and Choose Love after a tense final roundtable and fire-pit tie. The post Celebrity Traitors winners crowned after James Blunt’s last-minute fire-pit move backfires appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

  • Shocked reactions to Nicki Minaj’s MAGA makeover: giving ‘No longer has access to the Gays’
    by Emily Maskell on October 30, 2026 at 1:54 pm

    It’s not just Nicki Minaj‘s Republican opinions that are causing a stir, but also her recent styling and glam. Minaj has disappointed much of her LGBTQ+ fanbase since standing with President Donald Trump. Former fans are now speculating that the 43-year-old rapper may have also lost her glam team because of her political alignment.  At The post Shocked reactions to Nicki Minaj’s MAGA makeover: giving ‘No longer has access to the Gays’ appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

  • Retiree who backed Russia’s LGBT ban fined 1,500 rubles over old rainbow-flag reposts
    by Emma Davis on October 30, 2026 at 12:14 pm

    Mediazona documented five cases where courts treated rainbow flags as “propaganda”, even when the posts were hostile to LGBTQ+ people. The post Retiree who backed Russia’s LGBT ban fined 1,500 rubles over old rainbow-flag reposts appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

  • Patrick Stewart couldn’t imagine ‘officially’ retiring in final interview before death
    by Max Halton on October 30, 2026 at 11:57 am

    In a July TV Insider interview, the Star Trek legend reflected on ageing in Hollywood, the roles still coming in, and why Picard meant so much to him. The post Patrick Stewart couldn’t imagine ‘officially’ retiring in final interview before death appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.