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Kamala Harris formally accepts Democratic nomination: ‘We stand for freedom’

Kamala Harris has formally accepted the Democratic presidential nomination, urging voters in a speech at the DNC to choose “freedom and fairness” when voting in the upcoming election.  The Democratic National Convention (DNC) wrapped up in Chicago, Illinois, which concluded with Vice President Harris formally accepting the nomination and making a final statement to voters. […]

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Pedro Pascal was almost drafted in to replace Joaquin Phoenix in gay film role

Joaquin Phoenix reportedly left the set of Todd Haynes’ untitled movie, and it turns out that Pedro Pascal was reportedly almost drafted in to replace him in the role. Deadline previously reported that production for the untitled “intense” gay detective movie from Haynes is “completely dead” after a two-week limbo. The Joker: Folie à Deux […]

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Gay man allegedly assaulted by Shake Shack staff after kiss

A gay man was allegedly attacked by members of Shake Shack staff in Washington DC, after he kissed his boyfriend, having ordered some food. Christian Dingus, 28, has accused the fast-food chain’s employees of assault and discrimination outside a branch of the restaurant at Dupont Circle on Saturday (17 August). He told NBC News that […]

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Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars exude pure passion in sultry duet ‘Die With A Smile’

The wait is over, people. Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars’ “Die With A Smile” is finally out, and to say that their new duet is passionate would be an understatement. The pair released their sultry single “Die With A Smile”, alongside the music video on 15 August. It’s safe to say that the duo are […]

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Katy Perry receives VMAs’ Video Vanguard Award despite music video investigation

Katy Perry has been selected to receive the Video Vanguard Award at the 2024 VMAs, despite the music video for her new single “Lifetimes” being under investigation for possible environmental damage.  The internet hasn’t had the most glowing reviews for the “Teenage Dream” superstar following the release of her recent single “Woman’s World”, which received […]

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Gossip Girl producer on Blake Lively and Leighton Meester: ‘Not friends’

An interview with Gossip Girl’s executive producer about whether Blake Lively and Leighton Meester were friends has resurfaced.  It Ends With Us, based on the novel by Colleen Hoover, starring Lively and directed by co-star Justin Baldoni has recently launched in cinemas, but has been subject to controversy over a “tone-deaf” marketing campaign given its […]

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Brits travelling to Ibiza warned over ‘Russian roulette’ party drug

Brits travelling to Ibiza this summer have been warned to steer clear of a “Russian roulette” drug, pink cocaine. With guaranteed balmy summertime weather, bustling nightlife and at just a two-and-a-half-hour flight away from London, Ibiza is a popular party destination for holidaymakers in the UK. In fact, last year around one million Brits visited […]

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Viral Australian Olympic breakdancer Raygun responds to ‘devastating’ hate

Australian Olympic breakdancer Rachael Gunn, better known as Raygun, has responded to what she has called the “devastating” hate she’s faced since competing at Paris 2024. Raygun was subjected to taunts after failing to earn a single point for her performance in the round-robin stage of the B-girls breaking event. She became the subject of memes […]

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SZA announces that she’s taking a break from touring to ‘get her life together’

SZA has announced that she’s taking a break from touring to “get her life together” after wrapping up a final tour date in Montreal, Canada one day prior. The “Kill Bill” hitmaker had previously concluded her shows in London, Dublin and Glastonbury Festival before taking to the stage at Lollapalooza 2024 in Chicago, US, on […]

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Olympic pole vaulter ‘offered $250K’ to join adult site after dislodging bar

Olympic pole vaulter Anthony Ammirati, whose medal dreams were ultimately crushed when his crotch dislodged the bar of the pole vault during the Paris 2024 qualifiers, has reportedly been offered $250,000 to join an adult site. According to TMZ Sports, porn site CamSoda has extended an offer to the French athlete after his genitals clipped […]

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Swifties rally after Taylor Swift concerts cancelled over planned terror attack

Swifties have rallied in Vienna, Austria after Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour concerts were cancelled in the city after an alleged terror attack was planned. The attack was ultimately prevented by government officials. Concert organisers cancelled the concerts on 7 August after officials announced that they had made arrests over the planned terror attack. Swift was […]

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Paris mayor slams opening ceremony’s anti-LGBTQ+ critics: “F**k reactionaries’

The mayor of Paris did not hold back in condemning anti-LGBTQ+ pundits for their demonisation of the 2024 Olympics opening ceremony. Anne Hidalgo made her feelings about the backlash to the opening-day extravaganza clear, saying: “F**k the reactionaries, f**k this far right, f**k all of those who would like to lock us into a war […]

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Utah becomes the first state to ban a whole list of books from schools: ‘A dark day’

Utah has become the first US state to ban a whole range of books from all schools, including Judy Blume novels, prompting one organisation to label the decision a “dark day for the freedom to read.” The state’s Board of Education released a list of 13 books on Friday (2 August) which must immediately be […]

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Shawn Mendes announces live return with intimate tour dates

Shawn Mendes has announced a six-date intimate tour in support of his new album – and this is how to get tickets. The singer is returning with his self-titled fifth studio album, Shawn and will perform the entire LP during the tour. He will headline theatre venues in Woodstock, London, Nashville, Brooklyn, Los Angeles and […]

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Gay waiter left in tears after customer leaves homophobic slur on receipt

A gay waiter from Kansas was left in tears after a customer left a homophobic slur on a receipt, instead of a tip – but the incident has raised thousands for an LGBTQ+ education organisation.  Noah Bierig, who had painted nails and was wearing a Pride bracelet while working at Bubba’s 33 in Wichita, was serving […]

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Imane Khelif’s Olympics participation ‘not a trans issue’, says IOC spokesperson

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif’s participation at the Paris 2024 Olympics is “not a transgender issue”, a spokesperson for the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has said.  Khelif beat Italy’s Angela Carini on Thursday (1 August), in a fight that has reignited an online storm about her participation in the Games, despite the fact she has been […]

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Drag Race France winner defends Olympics opening ceremony

A Drag Race France star who took part in the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics has said he has no regrets in the face of a continuing backlash. Right-wing pundits and religious figures have been up in arms over the ceremony, which featured several drag queens and a homage to the Greek god Dionysus, […]

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Demi Lovato enlists Jojo Siwa and Raven-Symoné for Child Star documentary

Non-binary pop star Demi Lovato has enlisted a line-up of queer stars for a new documentary about young performers. Child Star will show the highs and the lows of growing up in the spotlight, as Lovato did, and will include conversations with other former very young stars.  Lovato will be making her directorial debut in […]

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Olympic Pride House returns for Paris 2024 – but what is it?

The Olympics Pride House will return at the Paris 2024 Games, in a bid to celebrate diversity and fight discrimination.  “Games wide open” is the slogan for Paris 2024, which opens officially on 26 July, emphasising that the Olympics are for everyone. In line with the slogan, the Pride House will be a dedicated space […]

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All Stars 9 crowns winner after sickening finale twist

RuPaul’s Drag Race spinoff All Stars 9 has crowned a winner after one last twist in the first charity season of the show. Warning: Sickening spoilers ahead After 12 episodes, countless jaw-dropping runway looks, and more beautiful benefactress badges than you can throw a heel at, the winner of All Stars 9 and the 10th […]

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