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May 17, 2022

John Oliver tells trans kids ‘you are important’ in furious NSFW rant against Alabama governor

John Oliver has torn Alabama politician Kay Ivey to shreds in a furious rant against her bill banning gender-affirming healthcare for trans youth in the state. The bill, which was partly blocked by a judge on Friday (13 May), would make it a felony for any medical professional to offer gender-affirming care – including...

May 17, 2022

Kristin Chenoweth says fate saved her from being killed in grisly mass murder

Kristin Chenoweth has revealed her connection to the 1977 Oklahoma Girl Scout murders. In 1977, three young Girl Scouts, aged between eight and 10, were found raped and murdered on their first night away at camp. The case remains unsolved, and has haunted the US for 45 years. Now, actor Kristin Chenoweth has opened up...

May 17, 2022

Cis woman interrupts anti-trans protest and instantly becomes an icon: ‘Trans women are women!’

A cis woman we can only describe as an icon interrupted a so-called “gender critical” protest in Manchester on Sunday (15 May) by posing as a speaker and shouting “trans women are women” to an unamused crowd. At a rally organised by anti-trans campaigner Kellie-Jay Keen – also known as Posie Parker...

May 17, 2022

Iconic performer Tom Rasmussen on using the awesome power of music to access their ‘transness’

Author and iconic performer Tom Rasmussen is taking the stage by storm with jaw-dropping new music as they perform as their authentic self. Rasmussen made a name for themself for their vibrant personality, excellent drag performances and lovely falsetto voice. Now, they are moving into a new era of their storied career –...

May 17, 2022

Britney Spears’ fiancé updates fans after couple announce ‘devastating’ miscarriage

Britney Spears’ fiancé Sam Asghari has thanked fans for support after the pop superstar suffered a miscarriage. Spears, 40, confirmed on 14 May that the couple had lost their “miracle baby” just a month after announcing she was pregnant. “It is with our deepest sadness we have to announce that we...

May 17, 2022

Meet the community leaders, role models and trailblazing groups nominated in PinkNews Awards 2022

The PinkNews Awards is back with a bang in 2022 with a live and in-person ceremony for the first time since before the COVID pandemic. The annual ceremony recognises the incredible contributions of the people, organisations and companies that campaign for LGBTQ+ people and equality worldwide. Each year, the community comes...

May 17, 2022

New White House press secretary honours trailblazers as she becomes first gay, Black woman in post

Karine Jean-Pierre paid tribute to the “barrier-breaking people” who came before her in her first media briefing as the new White House press secretary. Taking to the podium on Monday (16 May), Jean-Pierre prefaced the briefing with an acknowledgement of her trailblazing appointment. “I am obviously acutely...

May 17, 2022

Doctor Who casting trans actress Yasmin Finney is giving LGBTQ+ fans ‘hope for the future’

Doctor Who fans are ecstatic over trans actor Yasmin Finney’s inclusion in the new era of the British TV show. The Heartstopper star is joining Doctor Who as Rose – which, as even the most casual of fans will remember, was also the name of Billie Piper’s assistant. The BBC’s announcement offered no...

May 17, 2022

Neil Patrick Harris apologises for vile Amy Winehouse ‘corpse’ stunt after photo resurfaces

Neil Patrick Harris has apologised for serving up a “disturbing” meat platter made to look like the “corpse” of Amy Winehouse just months after the singer’s tragic death. The graphic platter, which was described by a Twitter user as “one of the most disgusting and distasteful things...

May 17, 2022

Labour MPs challenge Tories’ pathetic conversion therapy ban in crucial Queen’s Speech amendment

Labour MPs Nadia Whittome and Kate Osborne have put down an amendment to the Queen’s Speech to ensure everyone is protected from the abhorrent practices of so-called conversion therapy – no ifs or buts – and hope to force a crucial vote in the House of Commons. Here, for PinkNews, they explain why. Politicians should...