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IRL couple Tom Rasmussen and Hugh ‘Shugs’ Wyld on how changing gender identity labels impacted their relationship

76% of LGBTQIA+ Hinge daters wish they had seen more examples of healthy queer and trans relationships in the media – here’s the healthy representation we’ve been looking for.  IN PARTNERSHIP WITH HINGE Hinge found that 80% of their LGBTQIA+ users had difficulty finding resources to help them date – which is where Not-so-Frequently Asked Questions (NFAQ) comes in. First launched in August 2022, NFAQ amplifies inspiring voices that share their perspectives on how to navigate relationships, self-discovery, gender, and sexuality – all brought to life across social platforms, brand…

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Queer feels like the climax of Luca Guadagnino’s fascination with sex

This mesmerising film stars Daniel Craig and explores sex as a tender, emotive antidote to gay shame and the vital, life-affirming power of sensuality. WORDS PATRICK SPROULL IN PARTNERSHIP WITH MUBI UK To Luca Guadaganino, the Italian filmmaker and Hollywood’s guiding light on sensual cinema, nothing is ever as it seems. In a cinema landscape starved of eroticism, Guadaganino’s nuanced, granular approach to sex has been a balm. The world of Guadagnino contains invigorating contradictions: cannibalism is romantic, tennis is more than a sport, and, of course, a peach is…

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Put the white tube socks down! Here’s what to actually get your queer friends this Christmas

 Looking for the perfect gift for a queer work husband? A throuple? A baby lesbian? We’ve got you covered.  WORDS AND CURATION BY TOM GEORGE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH PINTEREST Mariah Carey is defrosting as we speak. Androgynous gingerbread people are being baked by the batch. Dads up and down the country will be fighting to get the last Mean Girls Bratz dolls on eBay for their young daughters and twenty-something gay sons. And you know what that means: the holidays are soon upon us!  GAY TIMES x Pinterest gift guides…

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GT launches new initiative to partner with LGBTQIA+ and diverse-owned production and creative agencies

Introducing GT Alliance, a new initiative to create more opportunities for our wider community and collaborators. Today, GT Group is announcing the creation of GT Alliance, a new initiative that prioritises LGBTQIA+ and diverse-owned creative and production agencies in the creation of partnership campaigns and content. GT Alliance is an approach that builds a stronger LGBTQIA+ supply chain, supporting community-owned business and enterprise. GT Alliance is our commitment to working with and platforming LGBTQIA+ and diverse production expertise, using our platform in the industry. With this new initiative, GT is…

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From apps to alphabet potatoes: A queer love story

 In 2023, Ben and Diogo made it off the apps and into each other’s arms – and now they’ve even immortalised it on a plate. IN PARTNERSHIP WITH HINGE 76% of LGBTQIA+ Hinge daters wish they had seen more examples of healthy LGBTQIA+ relationships in the media growing up –  which is why it’s important to celebrate queer love whenever we can.  Enter: Ben and Diogo.  Originally from Manchester, Ben moved to London to study graphic design with a dream of becoming an art director. Diogo is originally from Portugal…

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A Night Like No Other with GAY TIMES and ABBA Voyage

When it comes to iconic music moments, few names hold as much reverence as ABBA. With a legacy spanning decades, the band has not only influenced pop music but has also served as a cornerstone of queer culture. ABBA’s latest venture, ABBA Voyage, continues to push boundaries, creating a one-of-a-kind concert experience that blends music, technology, and the sheer joy of coming together. And for one night only, GAY TIMES hosted a pre-concert party like no other in the VIP Oceanbird Lounge at ABBA Voyage. As part of our partnership,…

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Popping corks, shaking cocktails and pushing boundaries: meet Aidy Smith

Fresh from curating a special menu of Cointreau cocktails to celebrate GAY TIMES’ 40th anniversary, we get to know the queer drinks guru and TV personality. This year we’ve been celebrating a major milestone here at GAY TIMES: the big 4-0. Across four decades, the publication has cultivated a thriving queer community and created a vibrant platform for LGBTQIA+ culture.  To mark our fortieth anniversary, we’ve been delving into queer history with a little help from the legendary Cointreau orange liqueur and queer drinks guru and TV personality Aidy Smith.…

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Inside GAY TIMES’ star-studded 40th birthday party

Attendees such as Jess Glynne, Alex Scott, Munroe Bergdorf and the cast of Heartstopper and Drag Race UK came out to celebrate 40 years of GAY TIMES with a DJ set from Romy and cocktails curated by Aidy Smith. PHOTOGRAPHY BY SOFI ADAMS GAY TIMES and Cointreau joined forces on 21 August to celebrate 40 years of GAY TIMES at the Roof Gardens, with community figures and famous faces in attendance. Sipping a special menu of Cointreau cocktails curated by queer drinks guru and TV personality Aidy Smith, party-goers were…

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Cheers to 40 years of GAY TIMES with Cointreau and Aidy Smith

Get ready to raise your glasses because GT is turning 40, and we’re celebrating in style! To mark this magnificent milestone, we’re shaking things up with four delicious cocktails, each paying a nod to the remarkable culture of our iconic history. And what better partners to join us in the festivities than the legendary Cointreau orange liqueur and queer drinks guru and TV personality Aidy Smith.  This year has been all about the big 4-0, with events like the GT40 exhibition showcasing our rich history, and the GT40 campaign bringing…

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Uncovering Washington, DC’s stories of pride, power and protest ahead of WorldPride

Bri aka @queertalkdc delves into the queer histories of the US capital, highlighting the stories behind key locations for the LGBTQIA+ community in the run up to WorldPride, taking place May 23 – June 8, 2025. IN PARTNERSHIP WITH WASHINGTON, DC AND VISIT THE USA In 2025, WorldPride is coming to Washington, DC – the US capital and bustling LGBTQIA+ cultural centre. This milestone marks the 50th anniversary of Pride celebrations in DC and represents an opportunity for the international community to delve into the city’s rich and bustling queer…

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