LGBTQ+ TOP STORIES Wednesday, Jan 7, 2026
Viral Video Captures Harassment of Gay Creator in Men's Bathroom on New Year's Eve
Digital creator Zachary Willmore, a 22-year-old gay man known for his advocacy on HIV visibility, faced verbal harassment in a men's bathroom on New Year's Eve due to his feminine gender expression.
News
George Conway, Persistent Trump Critic, Is Running for Congress in New York
George Conway says he is running for a U.S. House seat in New York City
How a Queer Romance Author's Parkinson's Diagnosis Fueled the Steamy Series "Heated Rivalry"
Rachel Reid, the Canadian author of the popular "Game Changers" series featuring gay hockey romances, was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson's disease in...
Culture
Cynthia Erivo Honored as Member of the Order of the British Empire for Contributions to Music and Drama
Tony Award-winning actor and singer Cynthia Erivo has been named a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in King Charles III's 2026 New Year's Honours...
Paul Mescal Plans Hiatus Until 2028 Beatles Biopic, Prioritizing Work-Life Balance
Paul Mescal, the Irish actor known for "Gladiator II" and "Hamnet," has announced plans to step away from public view for the next two years to ration his...
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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...
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....
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.
