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23/08/2026

🏳️‍⚧️🪪 Ohio Has Made It Harder For Trans People To Update Their ID.

The state has abruptly ended the process that allowed transgender residents to directly change the gender marker on a driver’s licence or state ID.

Instead, the marker must now follow underlying documents such as a birth certificate or passport — a change advocates warn could increase the risk of forced outing and create additional barriers in everyday life.

Equality Ohio has also raised concerns about the potential impact on voters.

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https://gayexpress.co.nz/2026/08/ohio-blocks-trans-people-from-easily-changing-gender-markers-on-state-ids/

Ohio has abruptly ended a longstanding process that allowed transgender people to update the gender marker on their driver’s licence or state identification card without first changing other ident…

22/08/2026

🏳️‍🌈🏒🤼 Anthony Bowens Says Heated Rivalry Gets Closeted Athletes Right.

The openly gay AEW star says the hit hockey romance captures “the having to hide yourself, the fear” in a way that feels remarkably authentic.

His only warning? Maybe don’t watch those steamy scenes on a plane. 😅✈️

With season two now in production, Bowens says the show has set a high bar for queer representation in sport.

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https://gayexpress.co.nz/2026/08/gay-wrestling-star-anthony-bowens-says-heated-rivalry-gets-queer-sport-right/

Gay AEW star Anthony Bowens has praised Heated Rivalry for what he describes as one of the most authentic portrayals yet of what it can feel like to be a closeted professional athlete. The All Eli…

21/08/2026

🏳️‍🌈📊 LGBTQ+ Americans Are Definitely Not A Niche Community.

A major new analysis of US Census data estimates that around 12% of American adults identify as LGBTQ+, with rainbow people making up more than 10% of adults in 40 states.

More than half are aged 18 to 34, while bisexual people make up the largest part of the community.

The numbers reinforce a simple reality: queer people are everywhere. 🌈

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https://gayexpress.co.nz/2026/08/lgbtq-americans-now-make-up-around-one-in-eight-adults/

Around 12% of adults in the United States identify as LGBTQ+, according to a new analysis of millions of responses collected by the US Census Bureau. The Human Rights Campaign Foundation analysed …

21/08/2026

🏳️‍⚧️⚠️ US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth Has Used An Anti-Trans Slur During A Public Speech.

Speaking at the Iowa State Fair, Hegseth used the derogatory term while celebrating the Trump administration’s military shake-up and attacks on DEI.

He then described the military as “gender-neutral” and “merit-based” — even as transgender service members continue to face sweeping restrictions under the administration.

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https://gayexpress.co.nz/2026/08/us-defence-secretary-pete-hegseth-uses-anti-trans-slur-at-public-event/

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has drawn criticism after using an anti-transgender slur during a public appearance at the Iowa State Fair. Hegseth made the remark on 17 August while appearing a…

21/08/2026

🏳️‍🌈📖 Russia Has Censored Pope Francis’ Own Words On LGBTQ+ People.

The Russian edition of Hope: The Autobiography reportedly blacks out passages where the late pope spoke about gay and trans people, opposing criminalisation and allowing blessings for same-sex couples.

Even Francis’ relatively cautious message of LGBTQ+ inclusion appears to have gone too far for Russia’s censorship laws.

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https://gayexpress.co.nz/2026/08/russia-censors-pope-francis-lgbtq-comments-from-his-autobiography/

20/08/2026

🏳️‍🌈🥇 Gold Medal. New European Champion. And A Beautiful Moment Of Queer Visibility.

Finnish hammer throw star Silja Kosonen celebrated the biggest victory of her career by going public with her girlfriend, futsal player Senni Viren. ❤️

“I have found another person with whom I can be myself,” Kosonen says.

At just 23, she’s now a European champion — and living proudly and openly while doing it. 🌈

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https://gayexpress.co.nz/2026/08/european-champion-silja-kosonen-comes-out-after-career-best-gold/

Finnish hammer thrower Silja Kosonen has celebrated the biggest victory of her career by sharing another deeply personal milestone — going public with her relationship with Finnish futsal player S…

20/08/2026

🏳️‍⚧️⚖️ A Federal Judge Has Blocked A Trump Administration Rule Targeting Trans Healthcare.

The rule would have prevented certain gender-affirming care from qualifying as an essential health benefit under Obamacare — potentially making treatment more expensive for some trans people.

The court found the administration had exceeded its authority in making the change.

It’s a significant legal win, but broader efforts to restrict gender-affirming care across the US are continuing.

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https://gayexpress.co.nz/2026/08/trump-administration-loses-court-fight-over-trans-healthcare-coverage/

A US federal judge has struck down part of a Trump administration rule that would have made it harder for some transgender people to access gender-affirming healthcare through Affordable Care Act …

20/08/2026

🏳️‍🌈🏐🌺 Pacific Pride Is Taking Centre Court!

Moana Vā is bringing netball to Rainbow Games 2026 — complete with community, culture, loud music, spot prizes and, in Andy Lee’s words, “the vibes, baby!”

Never played? Haven’t touched a netball in decades? Don’t have a team? Moana Vā’s message is simple: come anyway. ❤️

Rainbow Games runs in Tāmaki Makaurau from 29 October To 1 November 2026.

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https://gayexpress.co.nz/2026/08/moana-va-brings-pacific-pride-to-rainbow-games/

As Moana Vā prepares to deliver netball at Rainbow Games 2026, its team promises Pacific leadership, family-centred inclusion and, most importantly, “vibes!” When Lana Shields stepped onto the ne…

20/08/2026

👑🏳️‍🌈 The Queen Of Pop Is Back On Top.

Madonna - who graced the cover of our July edition - leads the 2026 MTV VMAs with a massive 11 nominations, including Video Of The Year, Artist Of The Year and Song Of The Year. 🔥

Taylor Swift follows with nine, while Ariana Grande and Sabrina Carpenter score seven each.

And with Madonna also finally joining forces with Kylie Minogue this month, gay pop fans are truly being fed. 💅✨

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https://gayexpress.co.nz/2026/08/madonna-dominates-2026-vmas-as-most-nominated-artist/

YOUR EX Cover Girl, Madonna, is officially leading the pack at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards, scoring an impressive 11 nominations and once again proving why she remains one of pop culture’s mos…