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Play exploring LGBTQ+ issues set to be staged on the Island
6+ hour, 58+ min ago (201+ words) A theatre production exploring LGBTQ+ issues is returning for a summer tour. The Queer Bash, a play initially performed for Isle of Wight Pride 2017 and UK Pride 2018, will be staged locally and internationally, starting at Quay Arts on May 29 and…...
LGBTQ+ community launches Pride programme at Taunton Brewhouse
13+ hour, 45+ min ago (399+ words) TAUNTON'S LGBTQ+ community is bringing Pride back to the town this June with a new month-long programme of live performances, film, visual arts, at Taunton Brewhouse. Created alongside local queer organisations following the closure of the group behind Taunton's annual…...
Linda Perry to LGBTQ+ people: Keep 'fighting' against 'moron' Donald Trump
4+ day, 4+ hour ago (685+ words) Linda Perry has always worn her heart on her sleeve. Since her breakthrough as the lead singer of 4 Non Blondes, the out-and-proud lesbian performer has never shied away from being her authentic self in her personal and professional endeavors. It's…...
Testimonies from married LGBTQ+ Catholics included in milestone Vatican report
1+ week, 2+ day ago (423+ words) The Vatican has released a milestone report that is believed to be its very first official document to contain the personal testimonies from two married LGBTQ+ Catholics. The report also acknowledges the "anguish" caused to LGBTQ+ Catholics, as well as…...
LGBTQ+ titles among US libraries' most challenged books of 2025
3+ week, 4+ day ago (336+ words) According to the American Library Association (ALA), book bans and attempted bans remained at record highs last year. Releasing its annual report on Monday, April 20, the association revealed that several LGBTQ+ titles feature in the top 11 list of most challenged…...
Feminist cabaret celebrating historic Cornish resistance on tour
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (384+ words) A cabaret honouring women's resistance is set to tour Cornwall this spring. Created by feminist theatre company Scary Little Girls, the event is a collaboration with Greenham Women Everywhere and celebrates the role of Cornish women in the Greenham Common…...
11 leaders of LGBTQ+ rights association on trial for 'obscenity' in Turkey
1+ mon, 6+ day ago (376+ words) 11 leaders of an LGBTQ+ rights organisation in Turkey have been put on trial in the city of Izmir, facing charges of "obscenity" and "violating the protection of the family", in a case that has raised concerns from human rights groups....
Gloucester's LGBTQ+ bar and caf" closes its doors after just six months
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (633+ words) An LGBTQ+ community hub in the heart of Gloucester has closed its doors for good, after less than six months of operating. Proud Gloucester in Kings Square only launched in October 2025, marketing itself as: "A much needed safe space for…...
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1+ mon, 2+ week ago (12+ words) Eggs thrown inside Gloucester LGBTQ+ venue in suspected hate crime'Yahoo News UK...
LGBTQ+ charity METRO to close after 40 years, citing financial pressure
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (366+ words) One of the UK's longest-running LGBTQ+ charities is set to shut down after more than four decades, citing sustained financial pressure and an uncertain future. METRO Charity has confirmed it will cease operations on 31 March 2026 following an extensive review into…...