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

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

Trending in China

China wife of gay husband contests estate against his lover, parents after man’s death

Malaysia

Raids on men-only spas in Malaysia raise concerns about LGBTQ targeting

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Fame and celebrity

Who is Katseye’s creative director, Humberto Leon?

He worked with Kenzo, Burberry and Gap before meeting designer Carol Lim and launching Opening Ceremony, a brand once loved by Rihanna and Chloë Sevigny.

Humberto Leon – who is of Peruvian-Chinese descent – is the creative director behind popular girl group Katseye.
Wellness

Why this Aids charity’s Hong Kong art show smells of resilience

Aids Concern’s ‘Emanate’ exhibition features art and fragrances created by people affected by HIV and Aids that tell their stories.

Celebrity children

Meet Harper Grace, Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka’s teen daughter

Harper Grace Burtka-Harris attended the premiere with her dad Burtka, shares a love of scary movies with her other dad Harris, and has a twin brother named Gideon.

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Thailand

Miss Universe co-owner faces arrest in Thailand over fraud allegations

Jakkaphong Jakrajutatip is wanted for US$930,000 fraud, capping a week of contest scandals and rigging allegations.

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Transgender Thai business tycoon Jakkaphong Jakrajutatip poses for a photo after a news conference in Bangkok, Thailand in October 2022. Photo: AP
European Union

EU’s top court rules same-sex marriages must be respected across bloc

The court ruled Poland’s refusal to recognise a German couple’s same-sex marriage violated EU law and their right to a ‘normal family life’.

Hong Kong

Hong Kong pop-up Queer Room gives ‘alternative individuals’ a place to connect

Until December 14, the inclusive Sheung Wan space welcomes guests with LGBTQ literature and group talks. Here are some of its coming events.

LGBTQ in China

China’s LGBTQ community loses safe spaces as Blued, Finka apps vanish

China’s LGBTQ community loses safe spaces as Blued, Finka apps vanish
Malaysia

Malaysia pulls US children’s show off the air over LGBTQ kiss

State broadcaster RTM pulled ‘Santiago of the Seas’ after viewers claimed two animated mermaids had shared a same-sex kiss on the cheek.

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Santiago of the Seas main characters (from left) Lorelai, Santiago and Tomas. Photo: YouTube/nickjr
United States

US disability rights activist and author Alice Wong dies at 51

The daughter of Hong Kong immigrants, Wong fought for a world where people with disabilities could have full autonomy over their lives.

Fame and celebrity

Who is Corey Fogelmanis, the former Disney star in I Wish You All the Best?

The 26-year-old LGBTQ actor starred in Girl Meets World with Sabrina Carpenter and is BFFs with Conan Gray – so what else has he been in?

Malaysia

Meet the Muslim trans woman whose 50-year-old secret reshapes Malaysian history

From being one of the first to undergo gender-affirming surgery to a kadi-blessed marriage, Sari Kartina’s life has been a journey of faith.

Sari Kartina Abdul Karim at her home in the Netherlands. Photo: Facebook/Sharina Abdul Karim
United States

US Supreme Court rejects appeal to overturn same-sex marriage ruling

The court, which has a 6-3 conservative majority, denied Kim Davis’s appeal after she refused to issue marriage licences to a same-sex couple.

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Supporters of gay marriage wave the rainbow flag outside the Supreme Court in Washington in 2015 after it ruled the U.S. Constitution provides same-sex couples the right to marry. Photo: Reuters
Britain

King Charles unveils UK’s first LGBTQ armed forces memorial

Thousands were investigated, discharged or forced to leave careers because of actual or perceived sexual orientation or gender identity.

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Celebrity style

Meet Genesis Webb, who styles Chappell Roan and Blackpink’s Lisa

She came from humble roots, then landed on Forbes’ 30 Under 30 … the Phoenix-born and punk-inspired fashion force is redefining red carpet glamour.

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Fame and celebrity

Meet Max Parker, who plays Sergeant Sullivan in Boots

The Manchester native appeared in Vampire Academy, came out in 2020 and married his Emmerdale co-star.

Sergeant Sullivan (Max Parker, left) is one of the drill instructors who takes an interest in Cameron in Boots. Photo: TNS
Art

J.D. Vance, Elon Musk among critics of UK’s Canterbury Cathedral exhibition

A new graffiti-style exhibition at Canterbury Cathedral is sparking debate, even causing a stir in US President Donald Trump’s Maga sphere.

Performing arts in Hong Kong

Controversial Hong Kong writer on her cancelled play starring Anthony Wong

Hong Kong playwright Candace Chong reflects on the off-on-off decision to cancel her play We Are Gay starring Antony Wong.

Fame and celebrity

Meet Liam Oh, who plays Ray McAffey in Netflix’s hit military dramedy Boots

Inspired by Greg Cope White’s memoir The Pink Marine, the show has earned praise for exploring LGBT identity in the US military – but it’s also drawn the ire of the Pentagon.

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Liam Oh, the rising star of Netflix’s new military dramedy Boots. Photo: @liam__oh/Instagram
Wellness

Sports helped this trans man gain confidence. What else can exercise do?

Sports were crucial for Emery Fung when he struggled with body dysmorphia. A sports psychologist explains just how far their benefits can go.

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For trans man Emery Fung, wakesurfing is a sport he can enjoy alone, with his dogs or with a group of friends. Sports like this have proved vital for his mental health. Photo: Emery Fung
Fame and celebrity

Meet podcaster Jake Shane, who’s friends with Kaia Gerber and Glen Powell

Currently No 37 on Forbes’ 2025’s Top Creators list, Shane made his TV debut on Hacks and has interviewed Selena Gomez, Benny Blanco and Katy Perry.

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Fame and celebrity

Who is Mae Martin, who plays officer Alex Dempsey in Wayward on Netflix?

Wayward, which also features Hereditary’s Toni Collette, is making waves on Netflix – here’s what to know about its creator, Mae Martin.

LGBTQ in China

AI censorship’ of horror film raises fears for China’s LGBTQ cinema

AI censorship’ of horror film raises fears for China’s LGBTQ cinema
Lunar

Beijing prepares to host women’s summit

Beijing prepares to host women’s summit
Hong Kong society

Editorial | Hong Kong’s new sexual offence laws must reflect changing society, tech

Long overdue amendments should include better protection for children and the vulnerable, and plug loopholes related to deepfake and AI.

Women and gender

‘AI censorship’ of Together raises new fears for future of Chinese LGBTQ films

A public outcry over a scene where a gay couple were turned into a heterosexual one has triggered a wider debate about the use of technology.

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