LGBTQ+ TOP STORIES Wednesday, Jan 7, 2026
How a Queer Romance Author's Parkinson's Diagnosis Fueled the Steamy Series "Heated Rivalry"
Rachel Reid, the Canadian author of the popular "Game Changers" series featuring gay hockey romances, was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson's disease in August 2023 at age 42. Amid challenges like tremors affecting her writing, a timely film adaptation offer for her novel "Heated Rivalry" provided hope and motivation.
News
Alysa Liu's Second Act: Once Burned Out by Skating, World Champ Now Setting Sights on Olympic Glory
Alysa Liu has rediscovered her passion for figure skating after stepping away from the sport
Feet First Downhill on a Sled at Cheetah Speed: What to Know About Luge at the Winter Olympics
Luge is a thrilling, feet-first sliding sport featured in the Winter Olympics
Culture
Viral Video Captures Harassment of Gay Creator in Men's Bathroom on New Year's Eve
Digital creator Zachary Willmore, a 22-year-old gay man known for his advocacy on HIV visibility, faced verbal harassment in a men's bathroom on New Year's Eve...
Father and Son OF Duo Defend Collaborative Content Amid Public Backlash
Dean Byrne, a 41-year-old British OnlyFans creator, confirmed he is collaborating with his 18-year-old son Bray on erotic content after Bray expressed interest...
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Pride
Chick-Fil-A Utah Franchise Sparks Conservative Backlash with Same-Sex Wedding Congratulations
A Chick-fil-A location in Orem, Utah, publicly celebrated a same-sex couple's marriage on Facebook, drawing sharp criticism from conservative Christian groups....
San Francisco Secures Funding for Landmark 15-Story Housing Tower for LGBTQ+ Seniors
San Francisco officials have announced funding for a 15-story affordable housing development at 1939 Market Street, specifically designed for LGBTQ+ seniors...
Media
EDGE Now: The Queer Entertainers Who Owned 2025
From viral pop chaos to historic wins, these queer stars didn’t just shine in 2025 — they ran it.
Toy Drive @ Gym U NYC :: December 17, 2025
Toys, tinsel, and total icon behavior. Susanne Bartsch & David Barton turned Gym U into a glittering holiday fantasy for their annual Toy Drive–hosted by...
EDGE RECOMMENDS
EDGE Now: 3 Trans Trailblazers Leading Change
Three trans changemakers, Kim Coco Iwamoto, Jace Barron and Bambi Salcedo, share how their work, visibility and activism are reshaping community, culture and the fight for equality.
