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Dykonic music festival to debut in Dublin with all FLINTA lineup

Dykonic, a brand-new music festival for queer women+, will take place in Dublin on August 9, 2025. Hosted by comedian Ella Wills, it will feature a 100% FLINTA (female, lesbian, intersex, non-binary, trans and agender) lineup. While many of the headliners are still confidential, Dykonic has revealed a few to its followers, namely Fox Gunn, Inge Lamboo, Arxx, Vanés, and Ettie.

Queer people are always forced to carve out spaces for themselves in the world. In 2023, less than 15% of major festival...
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How US sanctuary states protect access to trans healthcare

As the US continues to restrict access to transgender healthcare, many people fear for their safety and ability to obtain essential treatment. With the federal government continuing to crack down on trans individuals, many sanctuary states have taken it upon themselves to protect their communities.

According to a list provided by Advocates for Trans Equality, there are 14 different sanctuary states, those being New York, California, New Mexico, Massachusetts, Washington, Oregon, Colorado, Minne...
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Ian McKellen fulfils 14-year-old boy's dream by starring in his LGBTQ+ film

When 14-year-old filmmaker Jacob Franklin contacted Sir Ian McKellen through Eton College’s director of drama, Scott Handy, who had a connection to the actor, he never expected to even get a reply; now the actor will be starring in his debut film.

Jacob Franklin’s film, entitled Dragged Through Time, explores 1,000 years of LGBTQ+ history and how it led to the world as we know it today. Morevoer, the film analyses how queerness is seen in this day and age.

According to PinkNews, McKellen will...
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Ethel Cain becomes first trans musician to secure top 10 album in US

Ethel Cain made history last week by becoming the first transgender person to secure a top 10 spot on the Billboard 200 chart in the US with her record Preacher’s Daughter. It also reached number 10 on the UK Albums chart.

Based on the life of Ethel Cain, otherwise known as Hayden Silas Anhedönia, Preacher’s Daughter tells the story of a fictional girl who is the daughter of her local town preacher. The songs describe her struggles through sexuality, family trauma, and sexual violence.

Origina...
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Ncuti Gatwa and Edward Bluemel to star in thrilling new West End play

Doctor Who star Ncuti Gatwa will be rivals with Killing Eve star and former Sex Education co-star Edward Bluemel in the new play Born with Teeth by the Royal Shakespeare Company.

Viewers will see Ncuti Gatwa take on the role of acclaimed playwright Christopher Marlowe, while Edward Bluemel will play William Shakespeare himself. Written by Liz Duffy Adams and directed by Daniel Evans, the play is said to explore the writers’ “barely-suppressed sexual and creative chemistry”.

Born with Teeth is...
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7 amazing examples of LGBTQ+ representation in anime

When thinking about animation, anime is one of the first things that comes to mind for young adults. Japan features some of the most beautiful animated pieces of work on top of amazing stories made for an adult audience. From romance to magical girls and slice of life, anime has a vast range of stories and is slowly proving to be a place where some people will find some of the best LGBTQ+ representation.

LGBTQ+ anime has become popular as, when done right, it can offer amazing examples of queer...
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The Rainbow Project announces new initiatives to support LGBTQ+ communities in the North-West

The Rainbow Project unveiled two new services during a launch event in Holywell Trust on April 1. These services are Rainbow Youth and Cancer Champions, which come soon after The Rainbow Project’s 30th anniversary celebration.

Rainbow Youth is a youth-led project meant for individuals between the ages of 12 to 25 in Derry, Strabane and other surrounding areas. This service encourages LGBTQ+ youth to foster a community, make new friends, and have a reliable support system. This project already h...
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13 video games with outstanding LGBTQ+ representation

Queer video games are a very popular genre, usually needing their own sections on platforms like Steam, which is also where you can download all of the games mentioned in this article. As major companies can still trail behind when it comes to LGBTQ+ representation, indie developers have filled the space with gameplay and stories we can all enjoy playing. From cosy life simulators to action-packed stories, here are some of the best examples of LGBTQ+ games and where to find them.

Created solely...
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Donald Trump wins the Presidential Election, becomes the 47th President of the U.S. – Boston University News Service

At 5:30 a.m. on Nov. 6, 2024, former President Donald Trump was reelected to office, according to the Associated Press, making him the 47th President of the United States. He won 277 of the 270 electoral college votes needed to win the presidency, and also won the popular vote by 51%. This makes him the first Republican presidential candidate to win the popular vote in 20 years, since President George W. Bush. The Republican Party also won...
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What went viral during the vice presidential debate and why? – Boston University News Service

On Oct. 1, 2024, the American people watched Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Waltz and Republican vice presidential nominee J.D. Vance debate for the sake of their party and running mates. With over 40 million viewers on CBS, according to Nielsen, it was no surprise that the debate made headlines. 


Debate Bingo


In recent years, a trend surrounding anticipated events has led individuals to make bingo cards. In reference to th...
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Elevating the voices of the disappeared – The Bay State Banner

Mics for the Missing, a local group formed to give voice to young missing people of color, held an emotional gathering last week to draw attention to the lives of those who have disappeared but are not forgotten.
During the organization’s second annual meeting on the Tufts University campus, attendees walked into the Rabb Room with photos and fliers of the missing displayed on every wall.
“We want you all to see these faces and feel it,” said Mics for the Missing co-founder Mayowa Osinubi.
Osinu...
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Comfort or chaos?: Thanksgiving proves to be a struggle for some students – The Daily Free Press

The sighs of relief that college students have as we inch closer and closer to the week of Thanksgiving are prevalent at every university.
This point of the semester for students across all majors is difficult, and the thought of going home to enjoy food and just lie in a truly comfortable bed for hours is what keeps some students from going crazy.
For others, though, the thought of Thanksgiving brings nothing but stress. 
You might assume the people walking around campus when the majority are h...
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ToonTown Rewritten: A decade long love letter to determination and your childhood – The Daily Free Press

If you grew up with a computer at home, you’ve likely played a game or two online. Many people may share the same memory of rushing to your computer after a long day of school and going on a number of sites like Club Penguin or Movie Star Planet. You would spend hours talking with random strangers who would either be your closest friends or your worst enemies. 
Today, most of those sites are dormant. As a child, I was filled with distraught as one site after another closed — I felt like I was al...
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A gateway to demons through a party game: Why I find the movie ‘Talk to Me’ fascinating – The Daily Free Press

“Light the candle to open the door, blow it out to close it.”
This is one of the most important rules in the movie “Talk to Me” where main characters Mia, Jade and Riley, along with other characters close to them, play a new party game involving an embalmed hand and demon summoning which quickly turns deadly.
But before giving a review on the movie itself, a discussion needs to be had on its interesting history. 
When looking up the movie, one will see that “Talk to Me” has two release dates. Th...
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Friends of my family: My experience meeting the right people at BU – The Daily Free Press

Fitting in has always been a difficult thing for me. 
Whether it be out in the streets, in school or even
with my family, it always felt like I was a circular puzzle piece being forced into a jigsaw with nothing but sharp corners in each end. The result is a strange sense of loneliness — one where you can actively see tons of people around you, but still feel isolated from each and every one of them. 
When I got accepted into BU, I expected that feeling to continue and perhaps transform into som...
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‘The Owl House’ and why it is a hyperfixation

Spoilers ahead for “The Owl House.”
It was a typical Saturday. I decided to relax. I spent most of my time on my phone. While scrolling through TikTok, I caught sight of a new episode of one of my favorite shows, “The Owl House.” The episode’s title, “Watching and Dreaming,” was eye-popping. I dropped everything, raced to my computer, and laid down with snacks to watch the episode. 
I was left an absolute sobbing mess by the end of it.
“Watching and Dreaming” was the series’ final episode, and i...
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How much is an autism diagnosis worth?

The month of April is Autism Awareness Month. For those who may not know exactly what autism is, it is a developmental and neurological disorder that impacts how people behave, communicate, and develop. Things that may be naturally easy in most people’s everyday life, such as understanding when someone is being sarcastic, are much more challenging for someone with autism to point out. 
I am familiar with autism because of personal experience. 
Growing up, I realized that I showed a high likeliho...
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Ask Abby: How often should I be dating? – The Daily Free Press

Question: How much should a person be dating? I always feel like I am either dating too much or not dating enough, it seems like everyone has an opinion on everyone’s dating life.
This is a lovely question to ask and a bit challenging to answer. People like to describe dating as a needle in a haystack type of situation. I see it more as the marshmallows in Lucky Charms cereal. You want to get through the bland cereal to get to the marshmallows. At the same time, you are at least willing to try o...

Ask Abby: Mental health in your dating life

Question: I’m dating someone who struggles with mental health. I really like them but it’s difficult because they’re not giving me what I need in a relationship (emotionally). I can’t really blame them because it’s not their fault. What should I do?
Mental health is such an essential topic of discussion. We are all dealing with something, so it’s not shocking when you encounter a romantic partner who may face some problems. 
Acknowledging that your partner is not emotionally giving you what you...
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Ask Abby: Is long distance really worth the time? – The Daily Free Press

Question: Do I continue long-distance?
I have asked myself that same question. I have been in two long-distance relationships — both with people I have met online. That was a horrible idea, and now I am inventing a time machine to fight my younger self for that decision. Yeah, I picked the rotten eggs in a fridge full of snacks. That doesn’t mean a long-distance relationship could never work. I heavily believe it must be under certain conditions to work out. 
How did you meet?
Did you meet each...
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First date tips from someone who has been on one date

I was saving myself for the right time when it came to dating. High school was a rough patch and an absolute desert of a love life. My first semester in college let me experience dating for the first time. Did we ever go on a second date? No, but I still had a pleasant first dating experience and will happily share some things I learned. I have been giving relationship advice to my friends for years, and it works most of the time, so I think I’m qualified for this task!
Have fun wandering around...
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Find a job you love, but keep your hobbies

Do something you love and you will never work a day in your life.
This is a message you may have heard at least once. Growing up, kids are encouraged to look for a job they love instead of working a dead-end nine to five. It should come as no surprise that when a child discovers a hobby they are good at, it becomes a way to pay the bills, and the hobby becomes a job.
If a kid grows up loving musicals, they may become an actor. If they have a knack for building robots, they may be designing rocke...