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GT Group launches wax Studio: a brand activations agency powered by one of the industry’s largest diverse creator networks

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by Gay Times GT Group has unveiled wax Studio, a full-service creative agency specialising in branded events, curated trips and experiential mailers — an evolution of the Group’s award-winning creative work that folds the legacy of GTX into a dedicated, modern home for brand activations. Why wax Studio — and why now Since the start of 2024, GT Group has deliberately reshaped its ecosystem: launching wax Talent to represent and cast both celebrities and creators and sharpening Gay Times’ editorial strategy around deeper, subscription-first journalism. Those moves have laid the…

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‘Asexuality isn’t about a lack of intimacy, it’s about redefining it’

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Just Like Us ambassador Sarah Sharp explains why Ace Week is the perfect time to reimagine intimacy beyond romance and sex. WORDS BY SARAH SHARP, JUST LIKE US AMBASSADOR Ever since the moment I first learned about asexuality as a young adult, it has just made sense to me. I had always felt different to my peers when it came to attraction, sexuality and identity, so it was pretty magical to find the term that explained everything I was experiencing. While discovering the concept of asexuality was transformative in understanding myself,…

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Trailblazing trans activist Miss Major Griffin-Gracy dies, aged 78

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Miss Major Griffin-Gracy, one of the LGBTQIA+ community’s most trailblazing and legendary activists, has sadly passed away at the age of 78. On 13 October, her organisation House of gg announced with “profound sadness” that she died “in the comfort of her home and surrounded by loved ones in Little Rock, Arkansas”. “Her enduring legacy is a testament to her resilience, activism, and dedication to creating safe spaces for Black trans communities and all trans people,” the organisation wrote, “we are eternally grateful for Miss Major’s life, her contributions and…

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‘How my Queer Year Out helped me find my community, my confidence and my future’

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To mark World Mental Health Day, Just Like Us ambassador Emily Jones discusses how taking time to heal, finding queer community and volunteering transformed a period of uncertainty into a journey of self-discovery. WORDS BY EMILY JONES, JUST LIKE US AMBASSADOR This time last year, I was adrift. I’d just finished my degree and felt completely lost, with no idea what came next. On top of that, I was a disabled person who had neglected their health for years, always prioritising study deadlines over rest and medical care. The result…

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Comedian Rosie Jones speaks out after ableist, homophobic assault

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Rosie Jones and a friend were subjected to a vile “ableist and homophobic” attack while travelling on a train. On Sunday evening (5 October), the British comedian, writer, and actress revealed that she and her friend, fellow comedian Lee Peart, were targeted while travelling home from a gig. In footage taken during the incident, Jones — who has ataxic cerebral palsy and is openly lesbian — said the “ableist and homophobic arseholes” hurled slurs their way, mocked their voices, and “threw wine at Lee.” On Instagram, Jones elaborated on the…

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From Holby City to Changing Ends: David Ames on Pride and representation

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Philip Baldwin speaks with actor David Ames about representation, community and what’s next for him. WORDS BY PHILIP BALDWIN David Ames has played a number of groundbreaking roles in his TV career, challenging stereotypes and raising awareness around issues facing LGBTQIA+ people. He is perhaps best known for playing Dominic Copeland in Holby City (2013 – 2022). In this role he shone a spotlight on domestic violence, which often impacts queer relationships but is rarely spoken about. As Cater Shepherd in Hollyoaks (2023 – 2024), David explored the dangers of conversion practices,…

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G-A-Y Bar to close, marking another major loss for London’s queer nightlife

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Jeremy Joseph, the owner of the legendary G–A-Y Bar in Soho, has announced its closure. Speaking to Metro, Joseph explained that long-running rent struggles, particularly during COVID, combined with Soho’s fading queer identity and safety concerns, led him to close G-A-Y Bar. He said these issues made his decision to concentrate on keeping Heaven open “a lot easier.” “When I opened the Old Compton venue, it was the gayest street in London, but now it has lost its identity,” he said. “This weekend half of Old Compton Street was closed…

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Solomon Thomson announced as Managing Director of Gay Times, unifying content and commercial growth as the brand reaches record audience results

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Today, GT Group announced that Solomon Thomson has been appointed Managing Director of Gay Times, following his work leading the Partnerships division of the business. The move comes as the company continues to expand its cultural impact within the media and entertainment landscape, underscoring extended investment into the flagship brand and the community it serves. Thomson brings an ingrained understanding of the business to the role, with a proven track record of unifying its commercial output with its editorial voice, contributing to some of Gay Times’ most impactful commercial collaborations…

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Partnerships that Perform: Advertisers succeed in Gay Times collaborations in 2025

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Against an evolving backdrop, GT Partnerships delivered work focused on community experience while driving measurable impact for brands. Today, Gay Times is celebrating a run of standout partnerships across the first half of 2025. In a year that has highlighted the importance of queer spaces and stories, Gay Times’ collaborations prioritised safety, visibility and joy – whilst typically outperforming internal branded-content benchmarks with standout social engagement. While some areas of the market have pulled back their advertising support for LGBTQIA+ titles, Gay Times campaigns continue to perform to a growing…

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Pulse nightclub rainbow memorial erased by Florida officials

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Florida’s Department of Transportation has painted over the rainbow crosswalk in Orlando, which was constructed to honour the 49 victims of the 2016 Pulse nightclub shooting. The removal, carried out overnight without warning, has been widely condemned by Orlando officials as unnecessary and offensive. Many have described it as part of Gov. Ron DeSantis and his administration’s broader attack on the LGBTQIA+ community. Buddy Dyer, Orlando Mayor, said he was “devastated” by the decision. In a statement, he wrote: “This callous action of hastily removing part of a memorial to…

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