LGBTQ+ TOP STORIES Friday, Oct 31, 2025
South Korea to Recognize Same-Sex Couples in National Census
For the first time in its history, South Korea will include same-sex couples in its national census, a significant step toward recognition and visibility for LGBTQ+ people in the country.
News
Nancy Mace’s “Adam and Eve” Tweet Sparks Outrage as Former LGBTQ+ Ally Turns on Gay Rights
South Carolina Congresswoman Nancy Mace, once a vocal supporter of LGBTQ+ rights and marriage equality, has ignited a firestorm with a recent tweet invoking the...
NWSL Player Elizabeth Eddy’s New York Post Essay Ignites Controversy Over Transgender Inclusion in Soccer
Elizabeth Eddy, a defender for Angel City FC, published an essay in the New York Post calling for the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) to adopt strict...
Culture
Benson Boone’s Gym Selfie: Why Thirst Traps Matter (and Don’t) in Queer Culture
When rising pop star Benson Boone posted a sizzling gym selfie baring his abs, social media went into overdrive.
Kim K, Conspiracies, and Queer Curiosity: Why the Moon Landing “Didn’t Happen” Is the Meme We Needed
Kim Kardashian’s latest hot take on the moon landing—shared with Sarah Paulson on The Kardashians—has sent the internet into orbit.
Pride
Maine's Gay Senate Candidate Jordan Wood Rejects Opponent's Redemption Narrative
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Jordan Wood, who is running to unseat Republican incumbent Senator Susan Collins in Maine, has publicly criticized fellow...
Canada’s 'Drag Race' Makes Herstory: Velma / Johnny Jones Cast as First Drag King in Global 'Drag Race' Franchise
Canada’s 'Drag Race' has cast Velma / Johnny Jones, a Montreal-based performer, as the first drag king and first AFAB (Assigned Female At Birth) queen in the...
Media
Key West Fantasy Fest
Zombies on bikes, pets in couture, and masks that would make Mardi Gras jealous! Key West's Fantasy Fest had it all – the Zombie Bike Ride, the Pet Masquerade,...
Key West Fantasy Fest Coronation & The Headdress Ball
Honey, the crowns sparkled and the checks cleared! Fantasy Fest Coronation 2025 raised over $300K for the Florida Keys SPCA! Plus, the 42nd Headdress Ball...
EDGE RECOMMENDS
EDGE Now: 3 Queer Icons Who Changed the Game
From the first queen of drag to a pioneering candidate and a trans rights matriarch—meet William Dorsey Swann, José Sarria, and Miss Major Griffin-Gracy, three icons who changed the game.
