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Wardens confiscate rainbow toys in Saudi Arabia Even if the members of the queer community are exposed to discrimination in Germany and other western countries again and again: The recent incidents in Saudi Arabia show once again how serious the situation is now in other countries. While the much-discussed "Don't Say Gay" laws have been passed in some states in the USA, a special kind of control has now occurred in Saudi Arabia. The scene: toy stores. Here, the inspectors apparently found goods that were not compatible with their view of the world. As a result, the toys in question were confiscated. This decision led to heated discussions on social networks in Germany, among other places. Rainbow toys as an "enemy image"? What happened? The government in Saudi Arabia created inspectors whose task was apparently to check whether "the ri...

The 5 greatest cruising cities in Germany First of all: Whether in the countryside or in the city - many people do not have to tackle long distances to the next gay cruising location. But where are actually the best meeting places of this kind? Which cities are particularly well known with regard to their cruising options? And why does it make sense now and then to take the long way around? The following sections show which cities are particularly popular among gays and where "interesting" adventures may be waiting. At the same time, the following list brings an interesting detail into focus: It is not exclusively the large and well-known places that attract the community! Gay Cruising Cities Tip No. 1: Berlin Even if the attractiveness of a city as a gay cruising location - as already mentioned - does not depend on its size, one city must not be missing at the very beginning...

Survey ban on blood donation for gays in Germany published This is one of those discussions that - not only in Germany - has been particularly lively for months. With regard to the question "Should gay men be allowed to donate blood?", people don't really seem to be able to agree. While some are of the opinion that precisely this should no longer be a problem, others keep emphasizing that the risk of infection with regard to HIV is far too high here. According to a large part of the community, this is a classic form of discrimination. Among other things, this is because it is assumed that gay men have a more debauched sex life than heterosexuals. However, the blood donation ban is not an "old law" that "needs to be revised at some point", but is actually about prejudices that exist in people's minds, as is shown by the fact that gay men are not allowed to...

NRW receives vaccine against monkeypox Meanwhile, the first vaccine deliveries against monkeypox have been brought to Germany. To be precise, the doses have been delivered to NRW. However, the approximately 7,300 units must be stored in a cool place. Once "thawed", they must then be vaccinated within 12 hours. To ensure that precisely those people who need the vaccination also receive it as promptly and unbureaucratically as possible, it is now planned to supply the pharmacies belonging to the university hospitals in Cologne and Düsseldorf with deliveries. Individuals who then need to be vaccinated for medical reasons in the coming days can then pick up their doses at the relevant locations. In this case, however, it is important that the whole thing has been approved or ordered by a doctor. Do I have to be vaccinated against monkeypox? The current recommendation of the Stiko is that people who belong to certain risk groups should go and get the monkeypox...

Riga Pride attracts thousands to the streets Among other things, a Pride was also celebrated in Riga these days. The Latvian capital was transformed into a colorful sea of colors and a location with a clear message: the queer community needs more rights and more equality. Among other things, the war in Ukraine also played an important role in the parade. Many participants of the Riga Pride showed solidarity. About 5,000 participants were present at the Riga Pride. Of course, the number of participants at such events can only be estimated. The local police state that this year about 5,000 people were involved in the Latvian capital. Among other things, the police presence was stepped up in this context. Even though most events of this kind nowadays fortunately take place peacefully, it cannot be ruled out that incidents will occur. This...

Austria: PR agency apologizes for Pride Whopper Actually, it didn't sound bad to many: just in time for Pride Month, Burger King in Austria was to offer a Pride Whopper. The special feature: The burger was to consist of two tops and two bottoms, respectively, to make a statement. It was available with either two tops or two bottoms. The agency behind the idea was Jung von Matt Donau. However, those responsible now admit to having "screwed up" the campaign. The basic idea was to set a "sign for equal rights for all identities and sexual orientations". But shortly after the posters were published, they were met with criticism. What is behind the Pride Whopper? In terms of taste, the Pride Whopper is actually virtually no different from the classic Whopper. Why should it? After all, the same ingredients are used here between top and bottom. The only difference is that the customers and...

How to make sure your sexy tan lasts a little longer No question: tanned skin can look very sexy. Unfortunately, however, the summery look is often not too long lasting. However, there are some tips that can help to keep the tan to a high probability (of course always depending on the respective skin type) a little longer. In principle, it should also never be forgotten: Too much sun harms the skin! It is not exaggerated that the largest organ of the human being is able to remember every sunburn. Accordingly, it is all the more important to treat the skin with care. Tip No. 1: Start slowly When sunbathing, the following applies: Please do not start from "0 to 100"! It makes far more sense (and is healthier) to proceed slowly and thus accustom the skin to the sun. In this way, a protective cornea gradually develops, which - to a certain extent and of course in addition to sunscreen - can protect against damage...

Attack on queer club in Norway It's the place to go for queers in Oslo who feel like partying: The London Pub. On the weekend, a man shot around here. Numerous people were injured. Two of them died. The current suspicion is that it was a terrorist attack. The fact that it took place on the weekend in question is probably no coincidence. The CSD weekend in Norway was in full swing. Shortly after the attack, the man tried to flee. However, he could be caught by the police. It was not long before there was talk of "Islamist terrorism". However, it is also clear that much remains to be clarified about the facts of the case. The London Pub is in shock The London Pub is one of the most popular places for queers in all of Norway. Parties have been held here for decades. After the frightening event occurred here, all other events were also suspended....

With these tips the hot days become more bearable The temperatures are rising and right now flirting is a little more fun. From time to time, however, summer can be unpleasant. Especially when sweat and co. make sure that the stay in the office or at the lake becomes a real torture. All the better that there are definitely some tips with which the summer of 2022 can be experienced a little more comfortably. This way, the next summer parties, flirt adventures and cocktails under the open sky will seem a little more attractive. Tip No. 1: The correct airing Also in the summer an apartment must be aired naturally. Just in the midday and afternoon hours it appears however often in such a way, as if only warm air would be brought in here. The appropriate solution: ventilate in the morning. Afterwards, when the temperature rises, it is then time to close the windows again. Those who have roller shutters should also leave them down. And so that hot d...