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Bulgaria has won the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest with a huge 516 points. It is Bulgaria’s first time winning. After an incredible night of performances, and a tense reveal of the votes, Bulgaria’s Dara was crowned the winner. And while the UK didn’t do too well, we at least didn’t end the night with zero The post Bulgaria wins Eurovision Song Contest 2026 after nail-biting night appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

A “women-only” social media app has lost an appeal to overturn a ruling that found it discriminatory against trans women. In January 2022, Giggle for Girls, marketed as a female-only space that allows women to find roommates, engage in freelance work, find friendship groups and more, came under fire for excluding trans women with its The post Founder of ‘women-only’ app loses appeal after landmark trans discrimination ruling appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

On Wednesday (13 May), a federal judge blocked the Trump administration from forcing a Rhode Island hospital to hand over confidential records belonging to transgender patients who received gender-affirming care, marking another major legal setback for the Department of Justice’s ongoing subpoena campaign targeting trans healthcare providers. In her ruling, US District Judge Mary McElroy The post Judge blocks Trump DOJ from obtaining trans youth patient records in Rhode Island appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma has premiered at the Cannes Film Festival to glowing, five-star reviews. Jane Schoenbrun’s follow-up to We’re All Going to the World’s Fair and I Saw The TV Glow promises a bloody queer horror comedy. The film stars an incredible pairing: The X Files star Gillian Anderson and Hacks The post Queer horror comedy with 100% Rotten Tomatoes score premieres at Cannes to glowing reviews appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

Spanish football team Real Madrid recently attempted to appeal a fine over their fans singing a “discriminatory” gay chant by arguing that it was “satire”, but the court wasn’t having it. The football club was initially given the fine over a chant sung by fans during a UEFA Champions League match in February last year. The post Real Madrid’s claim ‘discriminatory’ gay chant was ‘satire’ dismissed by court appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

Former NBA player Charles Barkley has called out “homophobic society” as he weighed in on the dialogue around publicly out, gay professional sports players. Appearing on NBA Tip-Off, Barkley spoke about the death of NBA player Jason Collins. Collins, the first openly gay NBA player, died on Tuesday (12 May) aged 47. Barkley referred to The post Famous NBA player says people who think there isn’t ‘a bunch of gay players’ in all elite sports are ‘stupid’ appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

Smoggie Queens is back for a second series, with the loveable gang of Dickie, Mam, Lucinda, Stewart and Sal returning to sprinkle some glitter around Middlesbrough. The show launched on BBC iPlayer in November 2024, and it was renewed for a second series in March last year. It has now finally been released, with all The post Smoggie Queens cast on local pride, chosen family and life imitating art: ‘It almost enters into ridiculousness’ appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

The 2026 Eurovision Song Contest final is quickly approaching, but what do you need to know ahead of watching, and who is predicted to win? The final is being held in Vienna, Austria, after Austrian singer JJ won last year with his operatic ballad, “Wasted Love”. Before the Grand Final on Saturday (16 May), here The post All to know about 2026 Eurovision final – favourites, running order and how to watch appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

The 19-year-old transgender student who was fatally stabbed near the University of Washington on Sunday night (10 May) has been identified as Juniper Blessing, remembered by loved ones as “the most amazing human being we have ever known.” Blessing’s family released a statement through the Santa Fe Human Rights Alliance, obtained by the Santa Fe The post University of Washington stabbing suspect turns himself in as victim identified appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

High school athlete AB Hernandez is once again facing backlash for competing in female categories – but her mother is determined to push through it. Hernandez first made headlines when President Trump targeted her in a post on Truth Social, after she qualified for the California Interscholastic Federation State Track and Field Champions. In August 2025, The post Trans athlete AB Hernandez’s mum brushes off protests: ‘She’s doing nothing wrong’ appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

Tackling the AIDS pandemic in cinema is often, understandably, a deeply melancholic affair. However, The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo offers a new vision through which to explore this time in queer history. The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo marks an impressive feature debut from Chilean writer-director Diego Céspedes. The film offers up an allegory The post The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo filmmaker on crafting an AIDS storyline: ‘You cannot just avoid violence’ appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

As the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest final approaches, here is everything you should know about Look Mum No Computer, the UK’s entry. With the semifinals now completed, everyone is gearing up for the grand final this Saturday (16 May). As we wait to see how Look Mum No Computer places (hopefully the left side of The post Everything you need to know about the UK Eurovision entry, Look Mum No Computer  appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

James Murray has been appointed as the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care after Wes Streeting resigned on 14 May. Murray has served as the MP for Ealing North since 2019, and was previously the Chief Secretary to the Treasury between September 2025 until his appointment as Health Secretary. Streeting’s time as Health The post James Murray replaces Wes Streeting as Health Secretary – his views on trans rights appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

Hampstead Heath officials have said that the public swimming pools will remain trans-inclusive following campaigns by the gender-critical group Sex Matters.  City of London Corporation councillors have voted to keep the parks’ bathing ponds open to trans swimmers. In doing so, they rejected the campaigners’ urging to follow the Supreme Court judgement that “sex” refers The post Hampstead Heath ponds will remain trans-inclusive: ‘Most swimmers welcome this decision’ appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

Brussels Pride has reportedly pulled back after telling a Jewish group in Belgium that they could only join the event if they hid that they were Jewish. Mazal Pride, a Belgian group representing LGBT+ Jewis, was allegedly told by Brussels Pride that they could join the parade, “but with conditions that deeply hurt us”. In The post Brussels Pride rolls back demand Jewish attendees must hide their religion appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

A newly elected Reform UK councillor has resigned after it was revealed he is also a gay porn performer, but the party defended him, saying: “He has not broken the law.” Stephen Mousdell was elected as councillor for Haydock in St Helens, however it was revealed that he was also an adult performer by the The post Reform UK councillor quits as porn persona uncovered: ‘I’ve not broken the law’ appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

The kink community is often looked down upon by outsiders, whether through ignorance or misinformation, but it can also be a place of safety for those that feel ostracised from the wider LGBTQ+ community, as explored in Monica Dhaka’s film Belonging & The Scene. Dhaka is a London-based Indian visual artist, working with moving images The post How the kink community helped a HIV-positive man feel safe and accepted appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

A right-wing news anchor has been getting his tunic in a twist over Elliot Page’s casting in the upcoming film The Odyssey for a bizarre reason. Christopher Nolan’s adaptation of Homer’s Odyssey features a star-studded cast, including Matt Damon as Odysseus, Tom Holland as Odysseus’ son Telemachus and Anne Hathaway as his wife Penelope. Robert The post News anchor slams Elliot Page The Odyssey casting saying Achilles is ‘historical figure’ appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

A Florida man who attended Naples Pridefest while openly criticising the LGBTQ+ community has been arrested on video voyeurism charges after authorities say he filmed people inside a public restroom during the event. According to police, 61-year-old Andrew Sheets recorded a 40-minute video at the April 18 Pride festival using a body camera, later uploading The post Man charged with video voyeurism after filming in bathroom at Pride event appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

London Titans FC, an LGBTQ+ football team, has condemned alleged homophobic abuse they faced at a Gay Football Supports Network League match against Nottingham Lions on 25 April. The incident happened at Club des Sports in Acton. The pitch had been hired for the match for £400 via Hire a Pitch, who London Titans FC The post LGBTQ+ football match abandoned after accusation of homophobic disruption appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

Japan has taken a landmark step towards non-binary legal recognition. The Osaka High Court ruled on 8 May that the country’s family registration system, the koseki, a mandatory national record-keeping system tracking births, deaths and marriages, violates Japan’s constitutional equality protections by only offering “male” and “female” as gender options. The case was brought by The post Japan takes major step to officially recognise non-binary identities appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

Wes Streeting has resigned as Health Secretary in a letter to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and is likely set to challenge for leadership of the Labour party. After Labour saw a sharp decline at 7 May’s local elections, Starmer has faced calls to step down as prime minister. However he has so far showed no The post Wes Streeting resigns as Health Secretary appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

The UK Government has pledged a trans-inclusive ban on conversion therapy. A Draft Conversion Practices Bill was included in Wednesday’s King’s Speech, outlining Labour‘s legislative programme for the coming parliamentary session. The Government committed to eradicating what it called “abusive” practices, in line with a pledge made in its 2024 election manifesto. Officials say the The post King Charles announces UK government’s trans-inclusive conversion therapy ban appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

Jackie Brown actress Pam Grier has revealed that she sometimes has three-day-long orgasms at 76 years old. Brown, who also starred in The L Word as Kit Porter, shared the intimate details with Julia Louis-Dreyfus while appearing on her Wiser Than Me podcast on 13 May. “I think I might be 77 this year. I The post Pam Grier says she has three-day-long orgasms at 76 years old appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

Gay Green Party leader Zack Polanski has officially confirmed that he has never dated Labour Health Secretary Wes Streeting. His jest came in response to a post shared by a Green supporter on X on 13 May. Lawyer Dr Iain Darcy remarked that the only thing that would bring Polanski down “is if it is The post Zack Polanski confirms he has never dated Wes Streeting appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

Actor Luke Evans treated fans to a glimpse of his chiselled abs as he tried on his leather Met Gala hat one final time – and they were very grateful. The out gay star was among a handful of famous faces, including Nicholas Hoult, who wore leather looks to the annual fashion event. But it seems The post Luke Evans sends fans wild as he poses shirtless in leather Met Gala hat appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

Heated Rivalry actor Hudson Williams has taken a big step in his personal life, seemingly making the choice to be more private than before. The actor went from unknown to megastar almost overnight late last year, thanks to his role as Shane Hollander in the gay hockey romance. After its initial release in Canada, it The post Heated Rivalry fans praise Hudson Williams as he takes huge personal step appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

Pedro Pascal has got the internet all in a tizzy after kissing The Late Show host Stephen Colbert. The Last of Us actor appeared on 12 May’s episode of the talk show and asked for a kiss after Colbert smooched Jimmy Fallon in a recent episode during a game. Pascal pointed to his lips before The post Pedro Pascal has the internet in a tizzy after Stephen Colbert kiss appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

In the Instagram clip, the Drag Race host also blames “45 years of undereducation” for a lack of critical thinking in the US. The post RuPaul’s advice to ‘party and dance’ in the face of ‘fascism’ divides fans appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.

A conservative American pastor has declared the latest nonsensical thing that apparently turns you gay, and it’s… “liberalism”. Reformed Christian pastor and podcaster Dale Partridge made the comments in a YouTube stitch-style video responding to a clip showing controversial firearms advocate and right-wing influencer Kaitlin Bennett grilling a student on a college campus. The unnamed The post Conservative pastor thinks ‘liberalism’ turns men gay appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.