LGBTQ+ TOP STORIES Friday, Jan 16, 2026
Queer in the Copper Country: How Michigan’s Remote Keweenaw Peninsula Quietly Became an LGBTQ+ Haven
Far from the usual circuit of gay beaches and big-city Pride, Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula — anchored by the tiny twin towns of Houghton and Hancock — is quietly emerging as a surprisingly warm, queer-affirming outpost on the frigid edge of Lake Superior.
News
Ex-Sen. Kyrsten Sinema Sued for Allegedly Breaking up Bodyguard's Marriage
Former U.S. Sen. Kyrsten Sinema allegedly had a romantic relationship with a member of her security detail, leading to the breakup of his marriage
Kathleen Kennedy, Steward of 'Star Wars,' Steps Down From Lucasfilm
Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down from Lucasfilm after more than 13 years
Culture
Joel Kim Booster Marries John Michael Sudsina in Joyous San Francisco Ceremony
Comedian and actor Joel Kim Booster wed his partner of four years, John Michael Sudsina, on December 30, 2025, at the Exploratorium in San Francisco.
The New BTS Album Title and What to Know About the K-Pop Band’s Comeback
After a nearly four-year musical hiatus, the K-pop giants BTS are back
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Pride
British Curler Bruce Mouat Aims to Show Sports as Safe Space for LGBTQ+ People Ahead of Milano Cortina Olympics
Bruce Mouat, the openly gay skip of Great Britain's favored men's curling team, shared his journey to inspire other LGBTQ+ individuals to embrace sports as a...
‘Heteroflexible’ Emerges As Fastest-Growing Sexuality on Feeld in 2025
New data from dating app Feeld shows that “heteroflexible” was the platform’s fastest‑growing sexuality in 2025, with a 193 percent increase in users choosing...
Media
EDGE Now: The Queer Entertainers Who Owned 2025
From viral pop chaos to historic wins, these queer stars didn’t just shine in 2025 — they ran it.
Toy Drive @ Gym U NYC :: December 17, 2025
Toys, tinsel, and total icon behavior. Susanne Bartsch & David Barton turned Gym U into a glittering holiday fantasy for their annual Toy Drive–hosted by...
EDGE RECOMMENDS
EDGE Now: Top Queer Holiday Movies You’ll Love
This festive episode of EDGE Now shares three queer holiday movies filled with camp, romance and cozy seasonal magic, from drag-fueled chaos to heartfelt winter love stories.
