Category: Pride

Articles LGBTQ+ News Life London Mayor of London News Pride Pride in London Sadiq Khan Trans

Pride in London unveils powerful new ‘Never March Alone’ campaign

admin, , , ,

Pride in London has unveiled its 2023 campaign entitled ‘Never March Alone’ which emphasises supporting members of the transgender community. It comes at a time when trans and non-binary people face increasing amounts of hatred from politicians and the media, with discussions about their rights framed as the so-called ‘trans debate’. In fact, 74 per cent of people in the UK believe depictions of trans people in the media are either negative or highly negative, according to a recent survey conducted by Pride in London and Involve. The new campaign…

Read More
Articles Gov. Gavin Newsom LGBTQ+ News Life News Pride Target

Target pulls some of its Pride collection after conservatives threaten staff

admin, , , ,

Target confirmed that it has removed some of its LGBTQ+ Pride collection from stores after right-wing customers violently threatened staff because of it. “Emergency” meetings were held by Target officials on 19 May to discuss how to address the threats made to staff, according to The New York Post.  A spokesperson told The Daily Beast: “Since introducing this year’s collection, we’ve experienced threats impacting our team members’ sense of safety and wellbeing while at work … Given these volatile circumstances, we are making adjustments to our plans, including removing items…

Read More
Articles Culture London gay mens chorus Music News Originals Pride

London Gay Men’s Chorus bring ‘Proud’ concert to London stage this summer

admin, , , ,

We’re big fans of the London Gay Men’s Chorus here – the 200-strong company has now been performing for more than 30 years, with several international tours, a whole host of major collaborations and numerous albums under their many belts. They’re currently in rehearsals for a new concert, ‘Proud’, which will be performed at London’s Cadogan Hall on Friday 23rd and Saturday 24th June, the weekend before the city’s Pride celebrations. These are their first major concerts since October’s Halloween Ball extravaganza at the iconic Alexandra Palace. Arriving in London…

Read More
Articles Culture LGBTQ+ discrimination LGBTQ+ News LGBTQ+ Pride Festival Life News Pride Seoul Metropolitan Government Seoul Queer Culture Festival South Korea

South Korea Pride festival blocked in favour of Christian group: “We were unfairly denied”

admin, , , ,

South Korea’s biggest LGBTQ+ Pride festival has been blocked in favour of a Christian youth concert. Since 2000, local LGBTQ+ residents have celebrated Pride season at the annual Seoul Queer Culture Festival (SQCF). During the festival, which takes place over two weeks, attendees are treated to various events and parties, including the Korea Queer Film Festival and a huge Pride parade. While SQCF has been a staple in Seoul for over 20 years, the event was recently hit with a significant roadblock ahead of its 2023 festival. On 3 May,…

Read More
America Articles Crime LGBTQ+ News Life New York City News Police Pride United States US USA

Police search for man caught defecating on Pride flag at NYC bar

admin, , , ,

Police in New York City are searching for a man who was caught defecating on a Pride flag by a bar’s CCTV. Footage shows the culprit placing the flag onto a chair before going to the toilet on it. He proceeds to wipe his backside with a second Pride flag before leaving the scene. The incident, which happened at the Buceo 95 bar around 10am on 15 April, is being investigated as a hate crime. Nathan Nolen Edwards, the venue’s general manager who has worked there for six years, said…

Read More
Articles Lady Phyll LGBTQ+ News Life News Phyll Opoku-Gyimah Pride UK Black Pride

UK Black Pride announces details of 2023 protest and celebration

admin, , , ,

UK Black Pride has announced the date and location of its annual protest and celebration following the success of its record-breaking event last summer. On 20 August, it will return to the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford, London, where it took place in 2022. The theme will be announced at a later date, organisers confirmed. UK Black Pride co-founder and Executive Director, Lady Phyll Opoku-Gyimah, said that when she and a group of Black lesbians set out to create their own Pride event due to others feeling “exclusive and…

Read More
Articles Charlie Craggs LGBTQ+ News Life London London Trans+ Pride Nadia Whittome News Pride Trans Yasmin Finney

London Trans+ Pride confirms date and location of this year’s protest march

admin, , , ,

London Trans+ Pride has announced that it will return this summer with a protest march calling for equality in the UK and beyond. Due to take place on 8 July, it comes at a time when trans rights are continuously seen as a source of ‘debate’ by the government and social commentators. This year’s route has been changed “to accommodate growing numbers” of people in attendance, with Trafalgar Square confirmed as the meeting point. In an Instagram post, London Trans+ Pride organisers emphasised that “pride is a protest” and encouraged…

Read More
Articles Disney Disneyland Paris Pride France LGBTQ+ News Life News Paris Pride

Disneyland Paris Pride to return for a third year

admin, , , ,

Disneyland Paris Pride will return in June, immersing guests in a festive and colourful atmosphere with exciting entertainment. There will be a unique live concert in the heart of Walt Disney Studios® Park with talented artists and access to select attractions. This year’s line-up includes none other than multi-platinum selling singer-songwriter Calum Scott, as well as the first winner of French series Star Academy, Jenifer. Also performing will be Christophe Willem and Bianca Costa. After the Park closes, Walt Disney Studios® Park will be transformed as guests celebrate Pride and…

Read More
Articles Danny Beard Jake Shears LGBTQ+ News Life Manchester Manchester Pride News Pabllo Vittar Pride

Manchester Pride 2023 announces most diverse line-up in event’s history

admin, , , ,

Manchester Pride has announced the line-up for its beloved Gay Village Party which will take place over the August bank holiday weekend. This year’s headline acts include Brazilian drag icon Pabllo Vittar, Scissor Sisters frontman Jake Shears and Drag Race UK winner Danny Beard. Takeovers include the Queer Asian Takeover, Trans Filth & Joy, Black Pride MCR and the Queer Women’s Takeover. The Gay Village Party boasts its most diverse and representative line-up to date, as 96% of performers are queer, 54% are women, 51% are people of colour and…

Read More
Copyright © All Right Reserved Online Shop by Acme Themes
FREE SHIPPING Worldwide On All Orders! #QUEERKSRead our Shipping & Delivery FAQs for details.
+ +