News World
Portugal’s parliament moves to roll back gender autonomy rights in majority vote
Left-wing political parties and advocacy groups have campaigned against the preliminary vote in Portugal, calling upon the European Union to take action
Culture Film & TV
Bridgerton season 5 to focus on same-sex romance between Francesca Bridgerton and Michaela Stirling
“It feels groundbreaking,” says Bridgerton showrunner Jess Brownell
Uncategorised Travel
Maré by Rafael Cagali restaurant review: ‘Brighton and Hove’s first Michelin-starred restaurant in 30 years and it’s gay-owned’
Chef Rafael Cagali brings his Brazilian and Italian influenced cuisine to Brighton and Hove, as Attitude’s travel editor pays a visit
Editors’ picks
News UK
Zack Polanski unveiled as the Attitude 101 ‘Trailblazer of the Year 2026’ – as Green Party leader talks ‘bold politics’ and re-imagining of capitalism (EXCLUSIVE)
Speaking to Attitude, Polanski says his determination to speak for a disaffected electorate came from frustration with decades of political evasiveness
Culture Film & TV
Miriam Margolyes unveiled as Attitude Uncut’s new cover girl – as A Friend of Dorothy goes for Oscar glory (EXCLUSIVE)
“My life has been irradiated by the film,” says Miriam, as she leads Attitude Uncut: The Film Issue alongside her A Friend of Dorothy director Lee Knight
Culture Film & TV
It’s a Sin star Callum Scott Howells on why playing Henry Paget in Madfabulous changed his life (EXCLUSIVE)
Upcoming film Madfabulous tells the story of the fifth Marquess of Anglesey, a 19th-century Welsh aristocrat who loved nothing more than splashing obscene amounts of cash and dressing up in extravagant women’s costumes. Here, lead actor Callum Scott Howells and director Celyn Jones discuss bringing this flamboyant eccentric to life
Life
The Traitors star Matty Hyndman recalls conversion therapy pressure as survivors speak out (EXCLUSIVE)
So-called “conversion therapy” is the practice of pressuring LGBTQ+ people to “change” a same-sex attraction or deny a trans identity. It’s now eight years, five prime ministers and a change of government since we were first promised a ban, and LGBTQ+ people are still subjected to the heinous practice, which is often rooted in religious oppression. Here, Attitude speaks to Traitors star Matty Hyndman and actor and writer Emmanuel about their experiences
News
News World
Portugal’s parliament moves to roll back gender autonomy rights in majority vote
Left-wing political parties and advocacy groups have campaigned against the preliminary vote in Portugal, calling upon the European Union to take action
News UK
Girlguiding says trans members must leave by 6 September
The change extends a decision announced in December 2025, when Girlguiding said trans girls would no longer be able to join as new members
News World
Black transgender shooting victim in Virginia reportedly misgendered in police reports
The incorrect gender markers were subsequently used in reports by local outlets before her identity was confirmed
News Politics
Munich elects first publicly gay Green Party politician Dominik Krause as mayor
In his winning speech, Krause thanked his partner: “The love of my life, without whom all of this would not have been possible”
News World
Hyderabad protesters rally against India’s trans amendment in fight for gender autonomy
The amendment proposes medical certification, replacing the administrative process for identity cards with a Medical Board
News World
US Senate blocks bid to ban trans athletes from women’s sports
The amendment, part of Donald Trump’s Save America Act, failed 49 to 41 in a vote being hailed as a significant win for trans people across the US
News World
Same-sex marriage and adoption upheld in Greece in majority ruling
Judges concluded that extending civil marriage rights to same-sex couples does not undermine the traditional family structure
News World
Louis Theroux: Inside the Manosphere’s Sneako says he questioned sexuality before becoming right-wing creator
“When I was like 14, I thought I was gay, and I watched gay porn,” he said
News Politics
Robert F. Kennedy Jr overstepped on trans healthcare guidance, judge rules
At a hearing lasting around six hours, US district judge Mustafa Kasubhai said the department had not followed proper rulemaking procedures
Culture
Culture Film & TV
Bridgerton season 5 to focus on same-sex romance between Francesca Bridgerton and Michaela Stirling
“It feels groundbreaking,” says Bridgerton showrunner Jess Brownell
Culture Film & TV
EastEnders bisexual storyline melts hearts as Oscar Branning and Josh Goodwin share their first kiss
Oscar Branning came out as bisexual in July 2025, making his return after a hiatus from the BBC programme in 2017
Culture Theatre
La Voix on Annie debut at Big Night of Musicals: ‘I never dreamed I’d be part of this’ (EXCLUSIVE)
La Voix is set to light up the stage alongside performances by Sam Ryder, Alexandra Burke, and Jason Manford, celebrating the best of the UK musical scene
Culture Film & TV
Love Story creator names Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton as potential season 2 subjects
Although a second season has not been confirmed, Hines said he is considering some high-profile relationships that fit the format
Culture Film & TV
Russell T Davies teases ‘gorgeous’ It’s a Sin dance adaptation as Channel 4 drama heads to the stage (EXCLUSIVE)
Set to premiere at Aviva Studios in Manchester, the series is being reimagined with Davies and Pet Shop Boys attached as executive producers
Culture Film & TV
BFI Flare: Bearcave and letting the light in on lesbian representation
In an op-ed for Attitude, co-director Krysianna B Papadakis reflects on sensationalist storytelling, queer-baiting and happy endings ahead of Bearcave’s premiere at BFI Flare: London LGBTQIA+ Film Festival tonight
Culture Film & TV
Beauty in Black actor Xavier Smalls apologises for labelling LGBTQ+ people an ‘abomination’
“I understand now how my approach may have lacked the love, humility, and awareness that I believe God calls us to have,” said Smalls
Culture Film & TV
BFI Flare: Transmasc co-directors talk mental health and raw, vital new documentary What Will I Become?
In this op-ed co-authored by filmmakers Lexie Bean and Logon Rozos, the pair reflect on their personal connections to this deeply emotional project about the trans masculine+ experience, which is capturing widespread film festival attention
Culture
Adult film star Seth Peterson dies aged 28, fiance announces
“It is with a heavy heart that I share the passing of my fiancé and best friend Seth,” wrote Cyrus Stark
Style
Style Fashion
Fernando Soriano Iglesias, design director of Radley, on bringing Spanish Pride to British fashion (EXCLUSIVE)
From Spain to London’s Mayfair, Iglesias is a pioneer in a new era of the British heritage brand Radley
Style Fashion
Here’s how the Heated Rivalry boys dressed up for Oscars night
Our favourite hockey hunks traded their jerseys for black tie at Hollywood’s biggest night
Style Beauty
Fendi’s latest fragrance was inspired by it’s signature shade of yellow
With Sogni d’Oro, Quentin Bisch combines the richness of leather, the softness of iris and the brightness of bergamot
Attitude Loves
Attitude Loves
Attitude Loves: From the BFI Flare film festival to gorgeous male nudes, here’s six things we’re into right now
Movies, men, and fresh coffee… Is there anything else one needs?
Attitude Loves
Gender-diversity on-camera: Inside Brighton Museum & Art Gallery’s Gender Stories Exhibition
The exhibit runs from 31 January to 12 April 2026 – and features an Attitude portrait of Trans Pride Brighton CEO Sarah Savage!
Attitude Loves
From Jade Thirlwall to Trixie Mattel: Revisit photographer Magnus Hastings’ epic career
Girls Aloud. Courtney Act. Alaska. Sugababes. Photographer extraordinary Magnus Hastings has captured them all. Here, we take a look at his best work
Life
Uncategorised Travel
Maré by Rafael Cagali restaurant review: ‘Brighton and Hove’s first Michelin-starred restaurant in 30 years and it’s gay-owned’
Chef Rafael Cagali brings his Brazilian and Italian influenced cuisine to Brighton and Hove, as Attitude’s travel editor pays a visit
Life
‘Do you still have an eating disorder?’: Attitude’s Aaron Sugg attempts to answer the challenging question alongside seven images
Growing up gay, bullied and body-conscious, our newswriter reveals how he sought control through hunger, and why his recovery still feels uncertain today
Life
Aston Martin DBX S review: Aston’s super SUV turns up the volume
If cars were personalities, the DBX S would be the guy everyone ends up talking about long after they’ve left