Sunday, Dec 28, 2025

LGBTQ+ TOP STORIES Sunday, Dec 28, 2025

AP's Breakthrough Entertainers of 2025

AP's Breakthrough Entertainers of 2025

Five people who became stars in 2025 have been named The Associated Press’ Breakthrough Entertainers of the Year

by The Associated Press | Dec 27

Lily Allen Drops USB of New Album "West End Girl" in Provocative Plug Design
Lily Allen Drops USB of New Album "West End Girl" in Provocative Plug Design

Dec 9
Motorcyclist August Berlinger is on Hot Idle
Motorcyclist August Berlinger is on Hot Idle

by Timothy Rawles | Dec 9

Tryst Hospitality Acquires Provincetown’s Iconic Crown & Anchor, Pledges to Preserve Queer Landmark
Tryst Hospitality Acquires Provincetown’s Iconic Crown & Anchor, Pledges to Preserve Queer Landmark

Dec 8
The Many Ways That Baking Is Winter Therapy. With a Delicious Ending
The Many Ways That Baking Is Winter Therapy. With a Delicious Ending

by Katie Workman | Dec 7
Welsh Designer Adam Jones Reimagines Umbro's Heritage Through Upcycled Sportswear Collaboration
Welsh Designer Adam Jones Reimagines Umbro's Heritage Through Upcycled Sportswear Collaboration

Dec 6

News

Federal Judge to Hold Hearing on Whether Kilmar Abrego Garcia Is Being Vindictively Prosecuted
Federal Judge to Hold Hearing on Whether Kilmar Abrego Garcia Is Being Vindictively Prosecuted

A federal judge has canceled the trial of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran man mistakenly deported, and scheduled a hearing on whether the prosecution is...

by Jesse Bedayn | Dec 27

California's Intense Winter Storms Turned Some Roads Into Rivers of Mud
California's Intense Winter Storms Turned Some Roads Into Rivers of Mud

Powerful winter storms brought the wettest Christmas season to Southern California this week

by Ty Oneil and Jaimie Ding | Dec 27

Times Square to Feature Patriotic Crystal Ball for New Year's Eve, Kicking Off Us's 250th Birthday
Times Square to Feature Patriotic Crystal Ball for New Year's Eve, Kicking Off Us's 250th Birthday

by Susan Haigh | Dec 27
U.S. Government Restores $6.2 Million in Funding to LGBTQ+ Organizations Providing HIV Services After Legal Victory
U.S. Government Restores $6.2 Million in Funding to LGBTQ+ Organizations Providing HIV Services After Legal Victory

Dec 27
Travis Kelce's Emotional Night at Arrowhead Stadium May Be His Last With Retirement Decision Looming
Travis Kelce's Emotional Night at Arrowhead Stadium May Be His Last With Retirement Decision Looming

by Dave Skretta | Dec 27

Culture

Ryan Murphy's "The Beauty" Set to Premiere on FX: A Sci-Fi Medical Thriller Exploring Perfection and Transformation
Ryan Murphy's "The Beauty" Set to Premiere on FX: A Sci-Fi Medical Thriller Exploring Perfection and Transformation

Ryan Murphy's highly anticipated new series "The Beauty"will debut on January 21, 2026, on FX and Hulu, featuring a star-studded cast including Evan Peters and...

Dec 27

Chiang Mai: Thailand’s Hidden Queer Haven in the Mountains
Chiang Mai: Thailand’s Hidden Queer Haven in the Mountains

Nestled in the lush mountains of northern Thailand, Chiang Mai is emerging as a vibrant, welcoming destination for queer travelers seeking both cultural...

Dec 27

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Violet Chachki Steps Out of Drag for Nasty Pig's Bold "Mergers & Acquisitions" Campaign
Violet Chachki Steps Out of Drag for Nasty Pig's Bold "Mergers & Acquisitions" Campaign

Dec 5
Paul Anka Spills the Tea on Frank Sinatra's Legendary Anatomy
Paul Anka Spills the Tea on Frank Sinatra's Legendary Anatomy

Dec 3
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

Pride

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

An emerging internet-born term, “berrisexuality,” is gaining attention in LGBTQ+ online spaces as a microlabel describing people primarily attracted to...

Dec 26

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

Now in its 33rd year, the festival will welcome thousands of international attendees to the iconic South Florida destination for the hottest winter in the...

Dec 26

After Pride Murals Removed, St. Petersburg Installs Rainbow Bike Racks Along Central Avenue
After Pride Murals Removed, St. Petersburg Installs Rainbow Bike Racks Along Central Avenue

Dec 20
Dave Kopay’s Legacy: How an NFL Pioneer Helped Change the Conversation on Gay Athletes
Dave Kopay’s Legacy: How an NFL Pioneer Helped Change the Conversation on Gay Athletes

Dec 16
Vandalism of Reno’s “Biggest Little Rainbow Bridge” Sparks Outrage and LGBTQ+ Solidarity
Vandalism of Reno’s “Biggest Little Rainbow Bridge” Sparks Outrage and LGBTQ+ Solidarity

Dec 10

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: 3 Trans Trailblazers Leading Change

Three trans changemakers, Kim Coco Iwamoto, Jace Barron and Bambi Salcedo, share how their work, visibility and activism are reshaping community, culture and the fight for equality.