Graham Robson

4 days ago | scenemag.co.uk | Graham Robson

In a vibrant celebration of Pride, over 5,000 LGBTQ+ activists gathered in Mexico City’s Zócalo (the main square in central Mexico City) to create the “world’s largest human LGBTQ+ flag”. Despite the rain, participants used colourful umbrellas to form a striking display that covered the historic Plaza de la Constitución, drawing global attention and breaking previous records.

4 days ago | scenemag.co.uk | Graham Robson

One of the world’s busiest airports, Chicago O’Hare International Airport, could become the first to house a gay bar. As part of a major renovation of Terminal 1, airport officials invited bids for new concession spaces. Among the submissions is a standout proposal: a bar branded with the name of Sidetrack, Chicago’s largest and longest-running LGBTQ+ bar. Founded in 1982, Sidetrack has become a cornerstone of Chicago’s LGBTQ+ community.

4 days ago | scenemag.co.uk | Graham Robson

Homotopia Arts, the LGBTQ+ arts and cultural festival which takes place in Liverpool each November, has collaborated with artist Sophie Green, whose work covers queer themes, on a campaign to encourage venues, businesses and arts spaces to show they support trans women. Sophie has created a bespoke A3 print that features an important message: Trans Women Welcome.

5 days ago | scenemag.co.uk | Graham Robson

Iconic Australian soap opera Neighbours has made headlines once again - this time by introducing its first-ever gay love triangle, a bold move that has thrilled fans and marked a new milestone in LGBTQ+ representation on Aussie television. Long celebrated for its dramatic romances and tight-knit community dynamics on Ramsay Street, Neighbours has taken a progressive leap with this storyline.

5 days ago | scenemag.co.uk | Graham Robson

Kenilworth Town Council in Warwickshire has taken a firm stand in support of the trans community in the town and across the county, passing a motion that celebrates their contributions and calls for stronger protections amid a challenging national climate and attacks from both sides of the political spectrum.