After a crackdown on sexuality, two dozen CRC churches head for the exits
RNS) — At its 2024 synod in June, the Christian Reformed Church instructed LGBTQ-affirming congregations to repent and comply with the denomination’s beliefs on sexuality. Some are now choosing to leave. The post After a crackdown on sexuality, two dozen CRC churches head for the exits appeared first on RNS…
Jean Smart Sings, Jokes About Eric Adams and Declares ‘Lesbians Are Obsessed With Me’ in ‘SNL’ Monologue
“Saturday Night Live” host Jean Smart kicked of this year’s 50th season of the storied sketch show with a monologue highlighting its home city, the Big Apple. Taking the stage in a sparkly pink pantsuit, the “Hacks” star said, “I can’t tell you how honored I am to be hosting the premiere episode of Season 50…
India: LGBTQ persons can open joint bank accounts, nominate beneficiaries
In a welcome news for the LGBTQ community in India, people in a queer relationship will no longer face any restriction on opening a joint bank acco…
Ottawa reveals inaugural 2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurship program in Edmonton
The federal government announced the launch of its new 2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurship program, which includes funding for Edmonton organizations. The announcement was made by Small Business Minister Rechie Valdez andEmployment and Workforce Development Minister Randy Boissonnault, MP for Edmonton Centre, at the University of Alberta’s Horowitz Theatre on Thursday morning…
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Drag Race’s Willam Hosting Male Stripper Reality Series With Adult Film Star
Everyone’s favourite rule-breaking drag queen Willam (Drag Race season 4, A Star is Born) is set to host a reality series about male strippers for the LGBTQI+ streaming platform OUTtv. … The post Drag Race’s Willam Hosting Male Stripper Reality Series With Adult Film Star appeared first on Star Observer…
Petitpas Taylor to Join 2SLGBTQI+ Veterans Forum in NB | Mirage News
Fredericton, NB – The Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, will attend the 2SLGBTQI+ Veterans Forum in Fredericton, hosted in partnership with Veterans Affairs Canada, Rainbow Veterans of Canada, and the LGBT Purge Fund. The Forum, which takes place on August 28-29, will be a hybrid event
Two Aussie Cities Remain In Bid For 2030 Gay Games
The bidding for the 2030 Gay Games is still underway, however a new shortlist has both Melbourne and Perth in the running to host the international LGBTQIA+ event. After two … The post Two Aussie Cities Remain In Bid For 2030 Gay Games appeared first on Star Observer…
Government’s Census Decision Sparks Outrage In The LGBTQIA+ Community
The federal government’s decision to exclude questions about gender, sexual orientation, and variations in sex characteristics from the 2026 Census has been met with widespread criticism from LGBTQIA+ advocates. The … The post Government’s Census Decision Sparks Outrage In The LGBTQIA+ Community appeared first on Star Observer…