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24 August, 2024

What does it feel like to be a sexual minority in Hong Kong?

Donald Trump’s 2025 inauguration

Trump calls Washington bishop ‘nasty’ after criticism from cathedral pulpit

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Fame and celebrity

Meet Robby Starbuck, the right-wing, anti-woke activist who took on Walmart

Donald Trump’s 2025 inauguration

Village People’s YMCA journeys from gay anthem to Trump theme tune

If Trump ‘does things to restrict LGBTQ rights, Village People will be the first to speak out’, band said after pre-inauguration rally show.

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Donald Trump watches the Village People perform YMCA on stage at his victory rally at the Capital One Arena on Sunday. Trump was sworn in as the 47th US president on Monday. Photo: TNS
Fame and celebrity

Why are the Village People playing Trump’s inauguration? Victor Willis knows

Disco group the Village People returned to the top of the music charts on the heels of Trump’s political comeback; now the group is playing America’s biggest stage on January 20, to the dismay of many.

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Hong Kong

How Hong Kong director Ray Yeung is changing LGBTQ representation in Asian film

The writer and filmmaker on his struggles, successes, failures, funding for LGBTQ movies and coming home to Hong Kong.

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Hong Kong

This week in PostMag: from home decor trends to a ride through Vietnam

In this week’s PostMag, an antidote to Mocha Mousse, director Ray Yeung’s journey, the evolution of circus and a motorcycle odyssey.

Ray Yeung photographed at Broadway. Photo: Jocelyn Tam
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong minister defends failed legal bids challenging LGBTQ rights

Regina Ip asks justice minister Paul Lam whether officials will be held accountable for litigation expected to have ‘low success rate’.

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Donald Trump

Village People to perform at Trump inauguration, to dismay of gay activists

The group has previously clashed with the US president-elect over his use of their hit song YMCA, a tune long synonymous with gay pride.

Hong Kong society

70% of Hongkongers in same-sex relationships want to get married: survey

Researchers urge government to take note of poll as deadline for devising official legal framework for same-sex partnerships nears.

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Authorities are formulating an official legal framework for same-sex partnerships, as demanded by the city’s highest court in September 2023. Photo: Felix Wong
Fame and celebrity

The rise, fall and return of millionaire YouTube make-up star James Charles

His life has been a roller coaster of highs and lows, but the 25-year-old is back with a new vegan beauty brand, while making his entry into the music world with 2 singles

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James Charles, YouTuber and makeup artist, has also made his move into music. Photo: @jamescharles/Instagram
Fame and celebrity

Who is Mike Pence’s wife, Karen Pence – who just snubbed Donald Trump?

Mike Pence’s wife of 39 years caused controversy in 2019 by returning to teaching at a school that prohibited condoning either ‘homosexual or lesbian sexual activity’ or ‘transgender identity’.

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Fame and celebrity

Who is Ines Rau, Kylian Mbappé’s rumoured trans Playboy model ex?

Of French-Algerian descent, martial arts enthusiast Ines Rau transitioned at 16, inspired by trailblazing transgender star Tula of Bond Girl fame ... now, her ascent to celebrity seems unstoppable.

United States

‘Taken down and stripped’: Trump’s second term set to wipe government language

Experts predict a shift in government language, with references to diversity and other issues being removed or downplayed.

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Donald Trump’s second term may see drastic removal of climate change, LGBTQ, and immigration references from government websites, potentially reversing Biden’s policies. Photo: Reuters
Thailand

Boosted by Chinese visitors, Thai tourism nears pre-Covid levels

Thailand’s tourism surges with 26 per cent more visitors, driven by eased visa rules for Chinese tourists, boosting the economy.

Chinese tourists pose for a group photo at Ancient Siam in Samut Prakan, Thailand on March 1, 2024. Photo: Xinhua
Fame and celebrity

Who is Tommy Dorfman’s wife Elise Williams and are they getting a divorce?

Romeo + Juliet’s ‘prince of cats’ recently shared an Instagram carousel implying that she and Williams are on the outs; the private couple eloped in the autumn of 2023 after dating for nearly 3 years.

Russia

Russian man arrested for organising LGBTQ tours dies in custody

Men Travel agency director Andrei Kotov was charged last month with organising ‘extremist’ activities. Rights group said he died by suicide.

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Thailand

LGBTQ rights, deepfake threats, falling fertility: Asia’s gender equality in 2024

In 2024, Asia’s gender equality landscape saw advancements in LGBTQ rights amid alarming rates of violence against women, highlighting ongoing challenges.

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An LGBTQ parade is held in Bangkok. Photo: Shutterstock
Fame and celebrity

Meet Denzel Washington’s film producer daughter Katia – who married a ballerina

Denzel’s daughter Katia just made a rare public appearance with her wife Colleen Wilson, who’s 193cm (6 ft 4 inches) tall – and fans can’t get enough of their sweet photos together.

Fame and celebrity

Meet Jaymes Vaughan, the singer married to ‘Gay King of Xmas’ Jonathan Bennett

Vaughan built a career in the music industry, then gave it up to turn to reality TV, where he met his now-husband – he’s back with new music and has a song in his hubby’s new film.

Japan

‘Make the nation happier’: Japan PM’s same-sex marriage comment spurs hope

His remarks come after a series of court rulings saying the country’s current prohibitions on marriage equality were unconstitutional.

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Plaintiffs and their supporters celebrate after a Japanese high court ruled that the country’s refusal to recognise same-sex marriage is unconstitutional, outside the Fukuoka High Court in southern Japan, on December 13. Photo: AP
Fame and celebrity

Meet Patrick Jackson, US Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson’s husband

‘We love a supportive spouse! Welcome to the club, Dr Jackson,’ wrote Pete Buttigieg’s husband Chasten when Jackson was caught weeping through his wife’s March 2022 confirmation hearing.

Meet Patrick Jackson, US Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson’s husband of nearly three decades. Photo: Getty Images
Fame and celebrity

Meet Forrie J. Smith, the real-life cowboy behind Yellowstone’s Lloyd Pierce

Born in Montana to generations of rodeo cowboys, the Better Call Saul actor is as authentic a ranch hand as they come. But why was he kicked off a plane and banned from the Screen Actors Guild Awards?

Fame and celebrity

Is Shailene Woodley dating Roberta Colindrez after Aaron Rodgers?

A new report claims The Fault in Our Stars actress has been getting close with her Broadway co-star Roberta Colindrez – so what do we know about the LGBTQ advocate?

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My Take

My Take | End the foot-dragging when it comes to progressive judgments

Rather than fighting court battles, the government should put in place comprehensive legislation upholding the LGBTQ community’s rights.

Nick Infinger holds intersex-inclusive pride progress flag after Hong Kong’s top court rules in favour of equal housing and inheritance rights for same-sex couples. Photo: Reuters
Hong Kong courts

Letters | Call to overturn Hong Kong court ruling on gay rights is frivolous

Readers discuss a lawmaker’s disregard for the principle of judicial independence, humane treatment of monkeys in a local zoo, and Joe Biden pardoning his son Hunter.

The Court of Final Appeal in Hong Kong. Hong Kong’s top court ruled on November 26 to affirm housing and inheritance entitlements for same-sex couples, siding against the government in favour of LGBTQ rights protection. Photo: AFP
Fame and celebrity

Meet Jay-Z’s mother Gloria Carter: from single mum in Brooklyn to philanthropist

She raised her children on her own after their dad left the family when Jay-Z was 11; later she co-founded the Shawn Carter Foundation and married long-time girlfriend Roxanne Wiltshire.

Fame and celebrity

Who stole Pink’s first girlfriend? Her brother, Jason Moore

Pink shared a rare selfie with Moore, a retired lieutenant colonel, on Instagram, sparking thirsty fan comments; it’s hard to know who is more proud of the singer, her brother or husband Carey Hart.

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