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Our Lady image stirs controversy at university

IT WAS supposed to be a small academic conference at University College Cork (UCC) with four guest speakers exploring various aspects of Chicano, or Mexican American culture.

Thu, 23 Jun, 2011

Loud and proud: How gay pop stars are a boon to youngsters

Gay performers have long been prominent in the pop industry. However, it’s only in recent years that coming out has become the norm, writes Caomhan Keane.

Mon, 31 Jul, 2017

Beyonce pays tribute to dancer stabbed to death after confrontation in New York

The fatal stabbing of a gay man after a confrontation between a group of friends who were dancing to a Beyonce song and young men who apparently took offence has spurred the Crazy In Love singer herself to post a tribute on her website.

Thu, 03 Aug, 2023

<p>Ncuti Gatwa will take over from Jodie Whittaker as the Time Lord in Doctor Who, the BBC has announced (PA)</p>

Sex Education star Ncuti Gatwa to take over from Jodie Whittaker in Doctor Who

Ncuti Gatwa will take over from Jodie Whittaker as the Time Lord in Doctor Who, the BBC has announced. The 29-year-old will become the 14th Doctor on the popular BBC show, after Whittaker announced last July she will be leaving the role.

Sun, 08 May, 2022

Kim Cattrall on Sex And The City reboot: 'I found out about it like everyone else — on social media'

She admitted she found it “odd” that she was still referenced in the latest storyline, but said knowing fans wanted more of her was a “really wonderful feeling”

Thu, 05 May, 2022

Claudia Sulewski, left, and Finneas arrive at the 64th Annual Grammy Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)

Finneas teases Grammys performance with sister Billie Eilish on red carpet

Finneas O’Connell has praised his sister Billie Eilish as “unshakeable” ahead of their performance at the Grammys. The pair feature among a star-studded line-up of live performers due to take to the stage at the 17,000-seat MGM Grand Garden Arena.

Mon, 04 Apr, 2022

<p>The Department received multiple copies of a pro-forma letter complaining about the “highly sexualised” content of the plans.</p>

Proposed changes to sex education curriculum labelled 'sickening' in letters to department

One letter said the department should not be contributing to the “nation’s immorality” and that Ireland was a place where “people’s morals are at an all-time low”

Tue, 20 Sep, 2022

<p>Some of Jenny Murray's selections this month</p>

Book reviews: Thrill and spills in the mix of Children's Books Ireland's February review

Murder, romance and mental health - plus a fantastic resource from the brilliant team at ShoutOut, for all young people but especially LGBTQ + youth.

Fri, 24 Feb, 2023

Courtney Act: Strictly’s same-sex pair will flip expectations on their head

Australian drag star Courtney Act has said Nicola Adams’ same-sex pairing on Strictly Come Dancing will “flip people’s expectations on their head”.

Wed, 02 Sep, 2020

<p>Sarah Corcoran, left, and the other members of Pillow Queens, who release their debut album today.</p>

Pillow Queens: More than just one of Ireland's best lesbian guitar bands

Forget about the lads who’ve been hogging the headlines lately: the Dublin act's debut album puts them at the forefront of a new scene in town

Thu, 24 Sep, 2020

<p>Saoirse McHugh has left the Green Party, claiming she couldn't "stomach" being affiliated with it any longer. File Picture.</p>

Saoirse McHugh quits Greens saying party is 'toxic'

Former MEP candidate Saoirse McHugh says she left the Green Party due to concerns over the programme for government, and says the party is "toxic".

Thu, 23 Jul, 2020

Christian bakers lose pro-gay marriage cake discrimination ruling challenge

Christian bakers found to have discriminated against a gay man by refusing to make a cake bearing a pro-gay marriage slogan have lost their appeal against the ruling.

Mon, 24 Oct, 2016

Norton defends modern chat shows

TV star Graham Norton has hit back following Michael Parkinson’s criticism of the current generation of chat show hosts, and bemoaned the rise of “goody goody” dramas.

Tue, 09 Oct, 2012