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On Friday it was that time again: The Teddy Awards were presented in Berlin. By now already for the 36th time. The film Três tigres tristes managed to secure the coveted prize in the category "Best Feature Film". Among others, prizes also went to two documentaries. The makers of "Alis" and "Nelly & Nadine" had reason to rejoice. Main prize goes to Brazil for "Três tigres tristes The film "Três tigres tristes" is known in English as "Three Tidy Tigers Tied a Tie Tighter". It is about the community, being queer and family relationships. The drama around the scene was penned by Gustavo Vinagre. The film is about three queer characters who live in a pandemic and face a variety of challenges. Among other things, it's about classical problems, but also, above all, about self-realization and the courage to stand by oneself. And even though this is a drama, u...

Sex and pleasure belong together: WHO makes recommendations The WHO's recent statements show that it is far from just concerned with the Corona pandemic. Recently, it has issued recommendations around sex and sex education. The conclusion: the organization points out that too few people are concerned with the "most beautiful secondary matter in the world" and the associated pleasure. Several studies form the basis for this statement. From them it emerges that many people neglect the pleasure factor in sex... Especially when it comes to the area of sex education. A pity, actually. Sex and sex education: What are the current priorities? This is exactly the question that the WHO has also asked itself. According to the "Pleasure Project," which - like the health organization - is behind the relevant studies, the focus in connection with sex and sex education is strongly on negative topics. Again and again, it's about which diseases are caused by...

It would have been an important step towards "more equality",... Even if it is "only" a PC game. But: in Russia queer sims are not allowed to marry. The expansion of the game is not offered here. Another detail that once again shows how hard it is made for the community in the country. What is behind the Sims expansion? The fact that there are now many game manufacturers that focus on queer characters, among other things, is not new. Now the makers of The Sims are also following suit. Here, an expansion is to be offered that has managed to make high waves even before its release. Finally, same-sex Sims are to be able to marry in the game. What might only elicit a bored "So what?" from some, represents a real milestone for others - especially for many members of the community. Because: The expansion means another step towards more tolerance, more equality and more...

Indian Defense Ministry bans "I Am" film shoot The highly acclaimed film director and producer Onir may not shoot the sequel to his hit film "I Am" as planned. The reason for this is a ban imposed by the Indian Ministry of Defense. Among other things, Onir is known for making films with homoerotic content and for being open about this topic. In India, he is one of the pioneers of his work. His film "I Am" was particularly successful, even winning the national Indian film award in 2010. Therefore, it is all the more surprising that the above-mentioned ban has now been issued. The reasons were now longer unknown. Even Onir himself could not understand at first why the Indian Ministry of Defense reacted in this way. In the meantime, the ban has met with vehement resistance. Many people would like the film to be shown in full after all....

Marriage for all has made it through the Thai parliament Even though it will probably take longer before marriage for all is eventually implemented in Thailand, another important milestone has now been passed. The House of Representatives in Thailand has approved a bill on marriage for all. The decision was anything but close. In fact, the bill was approved by a large majority. Before going any further, the government is allowed to review the bill. It has about eight weeks to do so. Will life change for queers in Thailand? Possibly. At the moment, everything is still up in the air. However, it is also certain that few would have expected that the parliament would even agree to this. After all, this would mean that queer couples would then be allowed to marry in the country and marriage would be officially recognized. However, a look at the detailed result of the vote is hopeful. Overall ...

There is no LGBTQI+ in Poland's schools. The curricula and learning content in Poland's schools will change in the future. After the LGBTQI+ free zones were already introduced in the country (and exactly this was criticized by the responsible persons in many countries), it was now decided that also contents about same-sex love and co. have no place in the curriculum. The country's conservative forces have now passed a law that will make the community and its members virtually invisible in schools. Few would have guessed that the plans would be implemented so quickly. Homophobic law already passed The opposition had fought back, but ultimately had no chance. Because: 233 to 220 delegates voted for the homophobic law and showed thereby once more, how heavily it has the community in Poland finally also today still. In order for the new regulations to become official now, the...

Blessing services to be repeated - many in the community pleased The blessing services of queer couples in 2021 were well received by many. After all, sexual orientation and faith are not mutually exclusive. Now the whole thing is to be repeated. Certainly also due to the high popularity. On 10, May (and thus on the same day as in 2021) it is to be then so far. On this day there is to be a "revival" for #liebegewinnt. The blessings are reserved exclusively for couples from the scene. All information that is known so far was published in a press release. New slogan for a popular action According to one of the initiators, pastor Burkhard Hose, there have been many requests for a repetition of the action in the meantime. Both from Germany and from abroad. Particularly exciting in this context is also the motto of the blessings in 2022. The action is to run under the motto "There is still much open". The message: ...

The finale of the jungle camp was a few days ago now. One who did not make it to the throne, but is all the more present in the media, is here: Harald Glööckler. However, the occasion could certainly be more pleasing. After all, there are repeated reports that the designer has moved out of the villa he lives in with his husband. He has since moved into an apartment in Berlin. How long he will stay in his second home is still unclear. There is also no official statement on the current relationship status yet. However, there is also positive news. Because: The designer is to get his own show on RTL. So the jungle camp could have established another step on the ladder of success. What is known so far? According to witnesses, Harald Glööckler is said to have moved out of his villa. It was observed how moving vans stopped in front of the building and were packed. To the BILD newspaper and against...

Soon it will be that time again: Valentine's Day is just around the corner and it is precisely this fact that causes panic in many people's minds. After all, not everyone is blessed with a romantic streak. But don't worry! The following sections are full of classic and individual ideas. When it comes to romance, it's once again "Back to the roots!" in 2022. "Traditional" definitely doesn't have to mean "boring." Romantic inspirations: How to make Valentine's Day a little more romantic Even though there may be many people who prefer material gifts: in the meantime, the trend is going in a different direction. Numerous lovers appreciate it when HE decides to invest in time together. Gifted togetherness brings joy for the moment and remains in memory for a lifetime. A few tips can help make the next Valentine's Day a unique one. Tip No. 1: A romantic candle light ...