Monday, Dec 29, 2025

LGBTQ+ TOP STORIES Monday, Dec 29, 2025

A Muse for Musicians: 11 Songs Inspired by Brigitte Bardot

A Muse for Musicians: 11 Songs Inspired by Brigitte Bardot

In addition to being a 1960s French sex symbol, actor, singer and animal welfare activist, Brigitte Bardot was a muse to many — in particular, musicians.

by Maria Sherman | 8 hours ago

Los Angeles Hosts Sacramento After Leonard's 55-Point Game
Los Angeles Hosts Sacramento After Leonard's 55-Point Game

by The Associated Press | 8 hours ago
New York Subway Ends Its Metrocard Era and Switches Fully to Tap-and-Go Fares
New York Subway Ends Its Metrocard Era and Switches Fully to Tap-and-Go Fares

by Philip Marcelo | 8 hours ago
Billy Porter On the Road to Full Recovery from Sepsis
Billy Porter On the Road to Full Recovery from Sepsis

Dec 28
ACLU Moves to Challenge Trump Administration’s Proposed Federal Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Transgender Youth
ACLU Moves to Challenge Trump Administration’s Proposed Federal Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Transgender Youth

Dec 28
Aarhus: Denmark's Quiet Queer Haven Emerging from Copenhagen's Shadow
Aarhus: Denmark's Quiet Queer Haven Emerging from Copenhagen's Shadow

Dec 28

News

Tracking the Retirement Announcements of Members of Congress
Tracking the Retirement Announcements of Members of Congress

More House seats are opening up as more members announce their upcoming departures

by Meg Kinnard and Maya Sweedler | 2 hours ago

Fact Focus: Trump Says He's Ended Eight Wars. His Numbers Are Off
Fact Focus: Trump Says He's Ended Eight Wars. His Numbers Are Off

U.S. President Donald Trump continues to claim he has ended eight wars this year, but that is exaggerated

by Associated Press | 2 hours ago

Grindr Burglary Duo Sentenced to Prison After Targeting London Men in Calculated Crime Spree
Grindr Burglary Duo Sentenced to Prison After Targeting London Men in Calculated Crime Spree

2 hours ago
Sure, the Newspaper Informed. But As It Fades, Those Who Used It for Other Things Must Adjust, Too
Sure, the Newspaper Informed. But As It Fades, Those Who Used It for Other Things Must Adjust, Too

by Michael Weissenstein | 3 hours ago
A Wider Bridge Announces Closure Amid Financial Challenges, Vowing Continued Advocacy for LGBTQ Jews
A Wider Bridge Announces Closure Amid Financial Challenges, Vowing Continued Advocacy for LGBTQ Jews

4 hours ago

Culture

Netflix Cancels Steamy Sports Drama "Olympo" After One Season, Sparking Fan Backlash
Netflix Cancels Steamy Sports Drama "Olympo" After One Season, Sparking Fan Backlash

Netflix has canceled its Spanish-language series "Olympo" after a single season, despite strong viewer engagement and praise for its LGBTQ+ representation.

3 hours ago

Lisa Kudrow Revives Iconic Role as Valerie Cherish in 'The Comeback' Season 3 After 11-Year Hiatus
Lisa Kudrow Revives Iconic Role as Valerie Cherish in 'The Comeback' Season 3 After 11-Year Hiatus

HBO has announced the third and final season of 'The Comeback,' starring Lisa Kudrow as resilient sitcom actress Valerie Cherish, set to premiere in March...

3 hours ago

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Trying to Improve Your Health and Wellness in 2026? Keep It Simple
Trying to Improve Your Health and Wellness in 2026? Keep It Simple

by Devi Shastri | 4 hours ago
Leipzig: East Germany's Emerging Queer Haven – A Hidden Gem for LGBTQ+ Travelers
Leipzig: East Germany's Emerging Queer Haven – A Hidden Gem for LGBTQ+ Travelers

5 hours ago
Dolphins Are Getting Production From Their Young Players, an Encouraging Sign for the Future
Dolphins Are Getting Production From Their Young Players, an Encouraging Sign for the Future

by Alanis Thames | 5 hours ago

Pride

Pronoun Respect and Suicide Risk: New Research Links Everyday Affirmation to Transgender Youth Mental Health
Pronoun Respect and Suicide Risk: New Research Links Everyday Affirmation to Transgender Youth Mental Health

New research released in the past week finds that transgender and nonbinary young people whose pronouns are consistently respected report dramatically lower...

Dec 28

ESPN Brazil Reporter Ricardo Spinelli’s On-Air Coming Out Reignites Debate About Homophobia in Brazilian Soccer
ESPN Brazil Reporter Ricardo Spinelli’s On-Air Coming Out Reignites Debate About Homophobia in Brazilian Soccer

ESPN Brazil reporter Ricardo Spinelli publicly came out as gay during a live broadcast while covering a match involving Sport Club Internacional, days after...

Dec 28

Plastique Tiara and Nymphia Wind Announce The Serpents Tour: Celebrating Asian Heritage and Drag Excellence
Plastique Tiara and Nymphia Wind Announce The Serpents Tour: Celebrating Asian Heritage and Drag Excellence

Dec 27
From Tumblr Microlabel to LGBTQ+ Talking Point: How “Berrisexuality” Entered the Conversation
From Tumblr Microlabel to LGBTQ+ Talking Point: How “Berrisexuality” Entered the Conversation

Dec 8
National LGBTQ Task Force's Winter Party Festival Returns To Miami Beach February 26-March 2, 2026
National LGBTQ Task Force's Winter Party Festival Returns To Miami Beach February 26-March 2, 2026

Dec 2

Media

EDGE Now: The Queer Entertainers Who Owned 2025
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.

Dec 26

Toy Drive @ Gym U NYC :: December 17, 2025
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...

by Wilsonmodels | Dec 18

SAGE Toys Party @ Pier 60 NYC :: December 14, 2025
SAGE Toys Party @ Pier 60 NYC :: December 14, 2025

by Gustavo Monroy | Dec 16

EDGE Now: Queer Holiday Traditions That Totally Slay
EDGE Now: Queer Holiday Traditions That Totally Slay

Dec 11
Santa Speedo Run Chicago :: December 6, 2025
Santa Speedo Run Chicago :: December 6, 2025

by Jerry Nunn | Dec 6

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.