Thursday, Jan 8, 2026

LGBTQ+ TOP STORIES Thursday, Jan 8, 2026

News

Gov. Tim Walz Says He Doesn't Know What Future Holds for Him After Abandoning Reelection Bid

The political fortunes of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz were looking bright in the summer of 2024, when Kamala Harris chose him as her running mate

by Steve Karnowski | Jan 7

President Trump Says His Voters Loved the Venezuela Attack — Here's What They Think

President Donald Trump promised that “America First” would stand against more foreign entanglements

by Jesse Bedayn, Mike Catalini, Mike Householder, Sophie Bates, Obed Lamy and Calvin Woodward | Jan 7

Culture

'Heated Rivalry' Creator Jacob Tierney Promises Swift Season 2 Return for Gay Hockey Romance

Creator Jacob Tierney has provided a positive update on 'Heated Rivalry' season 2, assuring fans it will arrive faster than two years from the season 1 finale,...

Jan 7

Lisette Oropesa Shines and Draws Rave Reactions in Met Opera's 'I Puritani'

Lisette Oropesa impresses Metropolitan Opera's Peter Gelb with her talent and intellect

by Ronald Blum | Jan 7

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Pride

Australia's 2026 Census to Count LGBTQIA+ Identities for First Time After Policy Reversal

Australia's 2026 national census will include voluntary questions on sexual orientation and gender identity for people aged 16 and over, marking a historic...

Jan 6

Chick-Fil-A Utah Franchise Sparks Conservative Backlash with Same-Sex Wedding Congratulations

A Chick-fil-A location in Orem, Utah, publicly celebrated a same-sex couple's marriage on Facebook, drawing sharp criticism from conservative Christian groups....

Jan 6

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.

Dec 26, 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, 2025

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.