Groundbreaking trans sitcom The Switch gets free worldwide release

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The groundbreaking transgender sitcom The Switch is the world’s first TV show to be released on the Creative Commons, as announced by Canadian production company Trembling Void Studios on July 30. This will allow the public to access, view, or save all episodes completely for free. The Switch became the

Trans storm chaser spotlighted in new Irish documentary and photo series

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Queer Irish photographer and documentary filmmaker Niamh Barry has revealed her latest project set amidst the restless skies over America’s Tornado Alley. The upcoming documentary and accompanying photo series Something In The Air follows the extraordinary journey of Raychel Sanner, a storm chaser,

Non-binary runner Nikki Hiltz shares top surgery journey following nationals win

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American non-binary runner and trans activist Nikki Hiltz won their sixth consecutive national title in the 1,500-metre at the USA Track and Field National Championships on August 2. Hiltz secured the victory in 4:03.15, beating Sinclaire Johnson by less than a second.  “I’m very proud of this one.

Far-right festival cancelled following letter signed by over 500 Irish artists

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A music festival that was supposed to take place in Drumshanbo, Co Leitrim, has been cancelled after 563 prominent Irish artists signed a letter opposing the event, which was thought to be associated with the far-right movement. Billed as a celebration of Irish culture, heritage, and

We're hiring! GCN seeks temporary Editor

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Are you a journalist or writer wanting to build your career in Ireland’s media? Do you want to contribute to the LGBTQ+ community? Then, the GCN Editor position could be for you! This is a temporary position. We’re looking for someone to work alongside our small but ambitious team from mid-October 2025 to mid-April 2026 and oversee…

Watch: First teaser drops for Mae Martin's new horror series Wayward

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The first teaser has dropped for Wayward, an intense new show starring Mae Martin and Toni Collette, which is set to arrive on Netflix in September 2025. The eight-part limited series promises a gripping, emotionally charged story that explores generational conflict, loyalty, buried truths, and the sinister

A look inside queer-owned women's sports bar The Sports Bra 

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The Sports Bra, a queer-owned Portland bar dedicated exclusively to women’s sports, is expanding its game-changing concept with new locations opening soon in Boston, Indianapolis, Las Vegas, and St. Louis. The bar first opened in April of 2022 and has carved out much-needed space for the women’s sports scene.

Wikimedia announces LGBTQ+ photo competition celebrating Irish pride and queer joy

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Wikimedia Community Ireland has officially launched its annual Wiki Loves Pride photo competition, returning for summer 2025 with a powerful theme: Queer Joy. Running from June 1 to August 31, the campaign invites photographers, Pride goers, allies, and LGBTQ+ community members across the country

What's next? Cork LGBTQ+ senator reflects on 10 years of Marriage Equality

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In the lead up to Cork Pride, Senator Laura Harmon reflects on campaigning for Marriage Equality in Ireland 10 years ago, and outlines what must come next. On the evening of May 22, 2015, I rushed to the War Memorial Gardens in Dublin to catch the last of the sun setting – I remember that…

Queer Dublin writer undertakes 24-hour fast to raise awareness of journalists killed in Gaza

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Queer Dublin journalist David Monaghan is undertaking a 24-hour fast as part of the Hunger For Justice: Gaza campaign, which aims to raise awareness of the ongoing genocide perpetrated by Israel against the Palestinian people. Launched by Nenagh Friends of Palestine, with Cloughjordan

BBC denies cutting Irish-language lyrics from CMAT's new single

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BBC Radio 1 came under fire after it appeared to have edited out the Irish-language introduction and a key lyrical bridge from the first play of CMAT’s new single ‘Euro-Country’, which debuted on the station on the evening of Tuesday, July 22. However, the broadcaster has since denied cutting the track, saying the

Irish trans people living in UK discuss impact of Supreme Court ruling

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In April 2025, the UK Supreme Court ruled that the legal definition of ‘woman’ under the Equality Act 2010 does not include trans women. In the wake of the decision, several Irish trans and non-binary people living in the UK discuss its impact on their lives. The recent Supreme Court decision in the UK came…

10 years on: Trans activists reflect on Gender Recognition in Ireland

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July 22, 2025, marks the 10-year anniversary of Ireland’s Gender Recognition Act being signed into law. The legislation makes it possible for trans people in Ireland to legally self-declare their gender and update their official documents accordingly. This milestone is being commemorated across the country with

Activists call for support on new trans healthcare motion filed in Dáil

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Earlier this month, Labour filed a motion in the Dáil calling for an overhaul of Ireland’s trans healthcare system. In response, Trans Healthcare Action is calling for political and community support, and outlines the changes that must be made to ensure the services are fit for purpose. On July 16, we witnessed 31

India's first trans healthcare clinic reopens after US funding cuts

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In early May, India’s first healthcare clinic for trans people officially reopened under a new name following the closure of its three sites after President Donald Trump’s USAID funding cuts. Sabrang Clinic, previously known as Mitr Clinic, offered transgender individuals in India HIV and AIDS treatment, mental

Trans and Intersex Pride issues letter to Irish political parties calling for commitments

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Following a record-breaking turnout at the 2025 march, Trans and Intersex Pride Dublin has issued a letter to several Irish political parties calling for a commitment to addressing the basic needs of trans and intersex individuals. Over 10,000 people took to the streets of the Irish

Activists demand urgent reform of trans healthcare in Ireland with new petition

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10 years on from the passage of Ireland’s landmark Gender Recognition Act 2015, trans rights activists are demanding reform in transgender healthcare, calling the situation a “public health emergency” in a powerful petition to Minister for Health Jennifer Carroll MacNeill. The petition, written by

Wimbledon legend Billie Jean King calls for empathy and inclusion for trans athletes

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Tennis legend and LGBTQ+ rights advocate Billie Jean King has spoken out in defence of trans athletes. Speaking to The Telegraph ahead of this year’s Wimbledon, King described the increasingly hostile climate faced by trans athletes as “a nightmare” and called on sporting bodies to

Childless Irish citizens face discriminatory inheritance tax legislation, campaigners say

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Childless Irish citizens face discrimination in the area of inheritance tax, campaigners have warned. In what has been described as a “hierarchy of entitlement”, the current legislation allows parents to pass €400,000 tax-free to their children, while those without

Siobhán McSweeney to host Mockie Ah's star-studded Cork Pride drag show

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One of Ireland’s top drag collectives, Mockie Ah, has revealed a dazzling lineup for their highly anticipated Cork Pride show, and it promises to be one of the best LGBTQ+ events of the year. Having been included as one of Ireland’s top tourist attractions by BBC One’s The Travel Show, the Cork-based drag