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Articles by Hilary Mitchell
Seven facts about gay dancer Johannes Radebe as he's confirmed as new Strictly host
Hilary Mitchell After the most recent series, where the talented gay performer was paired with actor Alex Kingston, there were rumours he might leave the show to pursue his West End ambitions. The exciting news was confirmed on 19 May after months of speculation, after Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman announced their departures. Radebe, who joinedStrictlyas a pro in 2018, said: “To be returning toStrictly Come Dancingin this new role is beyond anything I ever imagined.
Resurfaced clip shows how dramatically Trump has turned against trans rights
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Caitlyn Jenner is upset about Trump’s trans passport policy and everyone’s saying the same thing
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No, Canada hasn't updated the LGBTQ+ acronym to MMIWG2SLGBTQQIA+
Hilary Mitchell According to the Daily Mail and other right-wing sources, a – in their words –“hyperwoke”Canadian lawmaker has been “mocked” for using the phrase MMIWG2SLGBTQQIA+ in a speech; which in turn has led to misinformation about Canada's LGBTQ+ stance spreading like wildfire. Various social media sites began “reporting” that Canada has now officially updated the LGBTQ+ acronym to MMIWG2SLGBTQQIA+, which isn't the case.
Gay journalist detained for booing Donald and Melania Trump at Chicago opening night
A gay journalist has shared his story after he was allegedly detained by security staff for booing the president and his wife during the opening night of Chicago at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on Tuesday (31 March). Washington Blade reports that Eugene Ramirez, who was attending the opening night performance with a group of friends, booed the president and gave a thumbs-down gesture at the event.
Avengers star Aaron Taylor-Johnson looks completely unrecognisable in new pics
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Vivian Jenna Wilson responds after Musk revives tired 'woke mind virus' amid clash with Newsom's team
During a recent clash with Gavin Newsom, Elon Musk decided to repeat his tired claim that something called the woke mind virus is responsible for his estranged daughter Vivian Jenna Wilsons trans identity. His reuse of the term came amid an online spat with the Gavin Newsoms X.com account, after the press office forthe Californiagovernor sarcastically said it was sorry his daughterVivian Jenna Wilsonhates you.
If this video of a mall worker living out his drag dreams doesn’t make you cry, you have a cold, dead heart
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Renowned Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani has died aged 91
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UK woman found guilty of sexual assault for failing to disclose she was trans
Features/ Top Stories/ Transgender / Transsexual A 21-year-old trans woman, Ciara Watkin, has been found guilty of sexual assault after a court heard she did not tell the man she was dating that she was not assigned female at birth. The BBC reports that Ciara Watkin told the man she was on her period to stop him finding out she had not yet had gender confirmation surgery. The court heard that she had identified as female and used the name Ciara since the age of 13.
Elon Musk’s chaotic CPAC appearance has viewers Googling ‘is he on drugs?’
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Elon Musk’s chaotic CPAC appearance has viewers Googling ‘is he on drugs?’
8 hours ago Elon Musk to be let inside Fort Knox depository to inspect gold reserves President Donald Trump says Elon Musk will be looking at Fort Knox, the legendary depository in Kentucky for American gold reserves, to make sure the … 6 hours ago Elon Musk's DOGE reportedly cuts staff at agency that regulates Elon Musk's Tesla Half of a small team overseeing self-driving car safety is said to have been turfed out.
No, a museum hasn’t called Lego ‘anti-LGBTQ+’, it’s yet more right-wing hysteria
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Trans helicopter pilot slams vile misinformation that she was responsible for Washington DC crash
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People joke Elon Musk has been ‘kicked out of the White House’ after he’s denied West Wing office
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What religion is Trump? The answer, like many things about him, has always been a bit murky
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What time will Trump be sworn in? Everything you need to know about Inauguration Day
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US TikTok users are joking about moving to China ahead of ban – what are LGBTQ+ rights like there?
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US TikTok users are joking about moving to China ahead of ban – what are LGBTQ+ rights like there?
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US TikTok users are joking about moving to China ahead of ban – what are LGBTQ+ rights like there?
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Where did the rumour that Luigi Mangione is bisexual come from? Unpacking the internet trend
Anadolu Agency via Getty Images Republished on December 11 with proposed new legislation to enforce cybersecurity rules on U.S. networks, this follows proposals to mandate interoperability between the end-to-end encrypted platforms. Last week, the FBI warned iPhone and Android users to stop texting …
British expat issues warning after being targeted by disgusting 'bird poo' scam in Costa Del Sol
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Viral photo of 'obscene' Edinburgh Christmas market prices has everyone talking
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There’s no such thing as ‘trans species child tax credit’ – it’s yet another ludicrous hoax
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vote in the US election, and how old do people need to be?
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Why is Donald Trump orange? Theories behind US candidate's 'bronzer' look shared online
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This incredibly LGBTQ+ friendly city has been named the top place to visit in 2025
Features/ Top Stories/ Travel Leading travel guide Lonely Planet has unveiled its must-visit travel list for 2025, and the beautiful French city of Toulouse has taken the top spot for a city break. The fifteenth edition of Lonely Planet’s “Best in Travel” hotlist just dropped and it features 30 trending destinations that you need to visit in the new year.
EU issues stark 'climate breakdown' warning over disasters affecting Scots holidaymakers
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What are straightwashing and ciswashing? The worrying trends undermining LGBTQ+ progress
There is still more to learn about the shocking murder of Laci Peterson (and her unborn child) in the new Netflix docuseries “American Murder.” To …
GOP candidate who filmed offensive ‘weak and gay’ ad loses Missouri primary election by huge margin
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Republicans are being widely mocked for referring to Harris VP pick Tim Walz as ‘Tampon Tim’
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Wildlife expert issues devastating warning following tragic swan incident
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People are dragging Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail online – because it features a trans voice artist | Flipboard
The First Descendant off to a bad start as microtransactions are 20x more expensive than Warframe's Despite the fact that microtransactions were barely functional when The First Descendant launched, players have been comparing the game to one of its …
The nightmare Edinburgh school trip where five pupils froze to death in the Cairngorms
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Rome Pride-goers celebrate 30th anniversary by making fun of Pope’s ‘frociaggine’ comment
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Right-wingers are now raging at a farm supply store - because they have LGBTQ+ staff initiatives
Everybody's Business/ Features/ Top Stories Rural retail chain company Tractor Supply are facing calls for a boycott for, amongst other things, donating money to diversity and inclusion causes, which included projects that support LGBTQ+ youth.
where does Marine Le Pen’s Rassemblement National protégé stand on LGBTQ+ rights?
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Ice Spice decided to pick a fight with a gay fan, and it’s really not going well
Ice Spice decided to pick a fight with a gay fan, and it’s really not going well Ice Spice revealed the release date for her debut album Y2K on Wednesday (5 June), as well as announcing plans for a tour. She also revealed the Y2K …
Wife of Bournemouth stabbing victim Amie Gray pays emotional tribute to her ‘most loving’ partner
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Presidential candidate Joe Exotic’s campaign website is a unintentionally hilarious hot mess
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Google’s troubled AI feature has given rise to a hilarious new gay meme format… meet Slurpy Faggi
Google Search 4 hours ago Google Search Is Now a Giant Hallucination Gizmodo - Maxwell Zeff • 4h Google rolled out AI overviews across the United States this month, exposing its flagship product to the hallucinations of large language … Saskatchewan Party Now Canadian Pride events ban anti-transgender politicians washingtonblade.com - Rob Salerno • 19m Pride festivals in two of Canada’s most politically conservative provinces are putting their feet down and barring lawmakers who are pushing …...
Yes, Eddie Vedder called Harrison Butker a ‘p***y’ – and no, he didn’t lose $14m for saying it | Flipboard
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Seven key takeaways from Harrison Butker’s wildly controversial college commencement speech
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Scandal-hit former This Morning presenter Phillip Schofield finally breaks his social media silence
Scandal-hit former This Morning presenter Phillip Schofield finally breaks his social media silence Phillip Schofield has returned to social media – specifically, Instagram – after a year-long break, following a major scandal involving his …
Andy Cohen addresses rumours that he’s hooking up with John Mayer: ‘I love him and he loves me’
I Could Listen To Chris Stapleton & John Mayer Singing “Slow Dancing In A Burning Room” All Damn Day Just give me a glass of bourbon and put this one on repeat. Back in 2019, John Mayer surprised the crowd during his show at Bridgestone Arena in …
Meet Dr Ronx Ikharia, the inspiring trans, non-binary trailblazer and activist you need to know about
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Jerry Seinfield dragged by Always Sunny creator after blaming ‘PC crap’ for lack of good comedy
Billy Idol Decided 'Not to be a Drug Addict Anymore' and Became California Sober Billy Idol reached the height of his drug addiction four decades ago, but the 68-year-old has since found a routine that works for him: no more hard …
Iraq passes new ‘morality’ law criminalising LGBTQ+ relationships and making it illegal to be trans
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GoFundMe launched to help trans woman who lost legs after being ‘thrown under train’ by boyfriend
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Gay, furry hackers attack far-right media outlet Real America’s Voice and release user data
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