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Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 5d

It's less than a month to go now to the #IrishLifeDublinMarathon - hear from our athletes why they're running, and why you should support them! Donate 👉 bit.ly/gcndubmarath...

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Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 5m

The programme is a vital act of solidarity, safety and self-determination. Read 👉 buff.ly/AQih5bL #GCNnews

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Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 36m

Club GASS is back, and they’re turning up the energy across three floors with two DJs, fierce drag, and fabulous entertainment! Tickets 👉 buff.ly/h31mRVy

Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 1h

Human rights groups have warned of the erosion of freedoms as Fico’s government pushes anti LGBTQ+ legislation. Read 👉 buff.ly/F1ryVts #GCNnews

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Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 1h

Jack Saul Exhibition – A Little-Known Queer History is still in Outhouse until this Saturday at 5:30pm. Don't miss out on learning more about the fascinating Victorian-era sex worker who was at the centre of the Dublin Castle Scandal. Find out more here 👉 buff.ly/kXD1Vpm @outhousedublin.bsky.social

Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 2h

It's going to be supercalifragilisticexpialidocious! Read 👉 buff.ly/BNtLHMk #GCNnews #ad

Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 3h

The Laois station was honoured for its sensitive reporting on the family’s fight for tougher sentencing. Read 👉 buff.ly/wn3O6YZ #GCNnews

Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 4h

While not legally binding, its implementation will be closely monitored. Read 👉 buff.ly/bu8khD6 #GCNnews

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Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 6h

“We achieved something that was thought to be impossible." #GCNnews

Same-sex parents could share DNA with children following new scientific discovery

A research team has created embryos using egg cells generated from human skin, meaning children could share DNA with same-sex parents.

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Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 7h

Today is #InternationalLesbianDay, when we strive to come together, lift up and celebrate our lesbian friends and family, remember those who we have lost, and renew our vigour in our fight to make the world a more equal place 🧡🤍💖 Happy International Lesbian Day, everyone! ❤️

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Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 8h

“Sadly it’s time to say goodbye to G-A-Y Bar.” #GCNnews

London’s iconic venue G-A-Y Bar to close down permanently due to rising costs

The owner of G-A-Y Bar has announced that the iconic London queer club will close soon, citing issues with rent and changes in the area.

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Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 10h

8th October 1928: American actor Ray Stricklyn is born. He was famous for his roles in B-movie Westerns. He was gay and in 1965 met stage director David Galligan, who became his lifetime companion. #OnThisDay #Queerstory

Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 18h

The original series featuring heterosexual couples was renewed for a fourth season earlier this year. #GCNnews

Reality show The Ultimatum: Queer Love cancelled after two drama-filled seasons

After two drama-filled seasons, the reality dating series The Ultimatum: Queer Love has been cancelled by Netflix.

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Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 20h

Trans-led comedy She’s the He brings a bold, joyful take on identity, friendship, and high school hijinks. #GCNnews

Watch: Hilarious trailer drops for trans-led comedy She’s the He

She’s the He is the debut film by trans filmmaker Siobhan McCarthy, created as a love letter to trans youth everywhere.

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Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 21h

Slay, Mae! 👏 #GCNnews

Mae Martin’s Wayward tops charts as most-watched Netflix series

Netflix’s Wayward comes courtesy of Mae Martin, whose new series has stormed to the top of the streaming platform’s charts.

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Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 22h

"It’s a movie about sex, yes—but also about connection.” #GCNnews

Watch: Steamy teaser drops for gay BDSM romance film Pillion

A24 has just dropped the first teaser for Pillion, the story of a relationship about dominance and submission, trust and vulnerability.

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Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 23h

The festival will focus on the urgent need for decriminalisation in Ireland. #GCNnews

Ireland's sex worker film festival returns with spectacular lineup of events

Red Umbrella Film Festival, Ireland's sex worker festival, will run from October 16 to 19, with screenings, workshops and panels taking place.

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Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 23h

The IPSC Chairperson said if the government took action, "then people would not have to take to the seas to try to break the illegal blockade.” #GCNnews

Irish group calls for sanctions on Israel following imprisonment of Gaza aid flotilla participants

Activists in Ireland have welcomed the release of all 16 Irish participants in the Gaza flotilla, who were detained by Israeli forces.

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Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 1d

The rulings allow same-sex couples to be recognised as “de facto marriages”. #GCNnews

Japan grants more legal protections to same-sex couples

The changes come after a 2024 ruling mandating Japan's government to grant legal protections to same-sex couples.

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Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 1d

The head of Juice Radio called the ruling “truly baffling”. #GCNnews

Belfast LGBTQ+ radio found in breach of key commitments in “truly baffling” ruling

UK broadcasting regulator Ofcom said that the Belfast LGBTQ+ radio station Juice didn't broadcast enough programmes for the queer community.

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Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 1d

The FRA survey highlights worsening inequalities and rising discrimination. #GCNnews

Travellers and Roma face alarming poverty and discrimination in Ireland, EU data reveals

Travellers and Roma in Ireland are experiencing severe and persistent inequalities, according to new EU data.

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Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 1d

The Laois station was honoured for its sensitive reporting on the family’s fight for tougher sentencing. #GCNnews

Midlands station wins Irish radio award for powerful coverage of “Justice for Joe Drennan” campaign

Midlands 103 has taken Gold for News Story of the Year at the All-Ireland IMRO Radio Awards for its coverage of the Justice for Joe campaign.

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Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 1d

Having meaningful conversations with younger people is crucial 🏳️‍⚧️ #GCNnews

How to talk to children about Trump's anti-trans crusade

We must teach children about the beauty of trans lives, and talk to them about the harm being done by Trump's anti-trans rhetoric.

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Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 1d

Learn about the vigilante group that protected queer people in 1970s San Francisco. #GCNnews

Discover the history of Lavender Panthers, a queer vigilante group run by a priest

The Lavender Panthers were San Francisco's queer protection group run by Raymond Broshears, a gay priest and activist.

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Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 1d

7th October 1964: American author, journalist and LGBTQ+ activist Dan Savage is born. In 2011, Savage and his husband Terry Miller founded the "It Gets Better Project" to help prevent suicide among LGBTQ+ youth. #OnThisDay #Queerstory

Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 1d

In 1951, Roberta Cowell became the first known trans woman in the UK to receive gender-affirming surgery. Read 👉 buff.ly/cwPxVYm #GCNnews

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