I recently rewatched "Stories of Legends" and was amazed at what a genius Peter Chan is. Through his gender-crossing script, he effortlessly connected the hearts of both gays and straight people. What's rare is that neither side felt offended. Leslie Cheung’s classic line in the film: “Male or female, I only know that I like you.” is particularly powerful. Before we know it, it’s April again. The movie "Stormy Girl" is not a top-notch masterpiece among all of my brother's works, but it has its own charm and cleverness. In the film, the record producer Gu Jiaming played by Brother and Rose played by Carina Lau are a golden couple in the entertainment industry. Their seemingly glamorous relationship is actually fraught with crisis. And the new singer Lin Ziying, played by Anita Yuen, who is a woman dressed as a man, breaks into their lives, like a stone thrown into a calm lake, stirring up ripples. Gu Jiaming, without knowing Lin Ziying's true gender, is attracted by the talent and innocence of this "boy", and falls into unprecedented emotional confusion... The most exciting part of the movie is Gu Jiaming's inner struggle after he discovered the truth. He sat alone in front of the piano, his fingers unconsciously tapping the keys, his eyes intertwined with confusion, resistance and undeniable throbbing. This three-minute long scene without dialogue relies entirely on the brother's micro-expressions and body language to convey his complex emotions. The whole emotional buildup reached its climax when he finally said that classic line to Lin Ziying in the elevator - this was not a…

Reinfection occurs when an HIV-positive person becomes infected with a second strain of HIV. This is sometimes called a superinfection . Although this risk is low, it could compromise antiretroviral therapy (ART) if the second infection is resistant to HIV drugs. It is not clear how often reinfection occurs, but it is helpful to consider the two issues separately . Youai Self-Test，，， HIV infection probability self-test Mini Programs One is the risk of multiple different infections. All HIV-positive people already have multiple HIV types in their bodies, and because HIV makes mistakes when replicating, the longer the infection is and the more mutations there are, but these differences are small. Most studies believe that the risk of reinfection is similar to that of initial HIV infection, and viral load is probably the most important factor, with the risk greatest when the viral load is very high. The second is the risk that one of these strains has resistance to a different drug. This is rarer but depends on the rate of drug resistance in the country. For example, in some countries, 10% (1 in 10) of people infected have drug resistance. The main risk of drug resistance is that it may make ART ineffective. Initially, reinfection was thought to be a risk only in the early stages of infection, but cases have also occurred during chronic infection, including reinfection of people on ART with drug-resistant HIV. Drug-resistant HIV may also reduce the effectiveness of preventive medications (PrEP and PEP). If two people are likely to have been infected with the same HIV strain, there is no risk…

Director Karim Aïnouz, known for his acclaimed work on Praia do Futuro, returns with Motel Destino, a Brazilian thriller inspired by the classic The Postman Always Rings Twice. The film stars the captivating Iago Xavier in a passionate lead role. Set along the northeastern coast of Brazil, in Ceará, the story follows Heraldo (Iago Xavier), a young man eager to embark on new adventures, even if it means leaving behind his lifelong best friend. However, before he can set sail, he is tasked with one final mission for Bambina, a powerful woman involved in organized crime to whom he owes a debt. Bambina orchestrates a dangerous job for him and his best friend. The night before the mission, Heraldo goes out to party and ends up spending the night at Motel Destino with a beautiful stranger. The next morning, hungover and disoriented, he discovers that he has been locked in the room—his partner has betrayed him. This betrayal leads to disastrous consequences for the mission, and Heraldo is soon on the run, with Bambina and her family in pursuit. Fearing for his life, he seeks refuge at Motel Destino, where the manager, Dayana (Nataly Rocha), unexpectedly offers him shelter and takes an immediate liking to him—no doubt due in part to his striking appearance. Motel Destino becomes Heraldo’s sanctuary, and he stays there far longer than he anticipated. He forms a bond with Dayana and her husband, Elias (Fábio Assunção), who offers him a small space in exchange for helping out with the motel's upkeep. The motel is a peculiar…

1. PrEP is over 99% effective 🚀 When taken consistently, PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) reduces the risk of contracting HIV through sexual activity by more than 99% and reduces the risk of infection by at least 74% for people who inject drugs. It is one of the most powerful tools in the field of HIV prevention. 2. PrEP is available in both pill and injection forms💊💉 PrEP comes in a variety of forms to suit different needs. Daily oral PrEP and on-demand PrEP (2-1-1 regimen), as well as injectable PrEP, which is taken every two months, all provide protection without the need for daily medication. 3. PrEP is safe and has minimal side effects✅ Most people experience few side effects. Some people may experience mild nausea or headaches at first, but these symptoms usually go away within a few weeks. Regular checkups ensure its safety for long-term use. 4. PrEP is suitable for all high-risk groups🌎 PrEP is recommended for gay men, transgender people, serodiscordant couples, people who inject drugs, and anyone at high risk for HIV. 5. Decide if PrEP is right for you PrEP may be a good option for you if you: Have had anal or vaginal sex with an HIV-infected person (especially with unknown or detectable viral load) in the past 6 months without consistent condom use, or have been diagnosed with a sexually transmitted infection (STI). Sharing needles or injection equipment when injecting drugs or with an HIV-positive partner. Multiple use of post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) and continued high-risk behavior. Even if these situations don’t apply, PrEP…

Giardiasis is a relatively common but often overlooked infection within the gay male community. Although it is not officially categorized as a sexually transmitted infection (STI), it is frequently transmitted during sexual activities, particularly among gay men. It is primarily spread through practices such as oral-anal contact (commonly referred to as rimming) or any intimate interaction where exposure to fecal matter may occur. For this reason, giardiasis is sometimes addressed in sexual health resources. In the broader public context, giardiasis is most commonly associated with regions where water is unsafe to drink or food is undercooked. What causes giardiasis? Giardiasis is an intestinal infection caused by a microscopic parasite known as Giardia lamblia. This parasite leads to digestive problems, including persistent diarrhea, abdominal cramps, bloating, and sometimes weight loss. Its cyst form allows the parasite to survive in the environment for extended periods, contributing to its transmission. How is the infection treated? Giardiasis is typically treated with antiparasitic medications, which must be prescribed by a healthcare provider. In most cases, a short treatment course lasting several days is sufficient to eliminate the parasite and alleviate symptoms. It is crucial to complete the full course of medication, even if symptoms resolve quickly, in order to prevent a recurrence. If the infection persists, a second round of treatment may be necessary. During treatment, staying hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids is essential to replace those lost due to diarrhea. Practicing good hygiene, particularly frequent handwashing, is critical to avoid reinfection and to prevent the spread of the infection to others. Prevention of…

En zo gebeurt het dat McKellen binnenkort te zien is in Dragged Through Time, Jacobs filmdebuut over duizend jaar LGBTQ+-geschiedenis en het queer-zijn van vandaag. De film, gemaakt door het jongererencollectief Notice Productions, gaat in première tijdens de allereerste Windsor and Eton Pride, deze zomer. In de film speelt McKellen oudoom Peter, een oudere man over wie “iedereen denkt dat hij homo is”, maar waarvan het nooit is uitgesproken. De rol is gebaseerd op queer mensen uit de jaren ’70 en ’80 – een eerbetoon aan een generatie die veel heeft doorstaan. Jacob kreeg via de dramadocent van Eton College een lijntje naar McKellen. “We dachten niet dat we iets zouden horen,” vertelt hij tegen PinkNews. “Maar toen kregen we een bericht terug waarin hij zei dat hij geïnspireerd was en graag wilde meedoen. Ik kon het bijna niet geloven!” Over het samenwerken met de Lord of the Rings-ster zegt Jacob: “Het voelde niet alsof er een groot acteur in de kamer zat, maar gewoon iemand die echt betrokken was bij ons verhaal.” Het maken van de film was volgens hem een rollercoaster. “We doen alles zelf: muziek, kostuums, productie. Mijn beste vriend maakt de soundtrack, iemand van het Pride-comité helpt met de outfits. Het is heftig, maar ook enorm krachtig.” McKellen zelf noemde het project “het enige dat hem nog eens terug naar Windsor zou halen”. In een videofragment zegt hij geraakt te zijn door Jacob’s openheid: “Op zijn leeftijd had ik nooit het lef om met mijn ouders te praten over mijn geaardheid. Als ik hem zo zie,…

De uitspraak wordt toegejuicht door de Britse regering en anti-transactivisten, en legitimeert het uitsluiten van trans vrouwen van vrouwspecifieke ruimtes zoals opvanghuizen, ziekenhuisafdelingen en sportcompetities. Critici waarschuwen voor bredere discriminatie, vooral op de arbeidsmarkt en in de gezondheidszorg. De zaak ontstond in Schotland, waar de overheid trans vrouwen met een GRC had meegerekend in een wet die streeft naar meer vrouwen in publieke bestuursfuncties. De activistische groep For Women Scotland vocht dat beleid aan – en kreeg gelijk van de hoogste rechter. Hoewel het hof benadrukt dat de uitspraak “geen overwinning is voor één groep ten koste van een andere,” maken LGBTQ+ organisaties zich grote zorgen. Stonewall en andere belangenverenigingen noemen de uitspraak “schadelijk” en vrezen verstrekkende gevolgen voor inclusie en gelijke behandeling. “Dit is opnieuw een aanval op ons bestaansrecht,” zegt trans activist Ellie Gomersall – een sentiment dat breed leeft binnen de gemeenschap: angst, moeheid en groeiende onzekerheid. De uitspraak past in een zorgwekkende wereldwijde trend: van het VK tot de VS worden transrechten steeds vaker doelwit van conservatieve politieke agenda’s, zogenaamd ter bescherming van ‘biologische vrouwen’. Juristen waarschuwen dat Britse gelijkheidswetgeving dringend herzien moet worden om trans personen niet verder buiten de wet te plaatsen. Met deze uitspraak sluit ook het hoogste Britse gerechtshof zich aan bij de groeiende anti-transgolf – en blijft de vraag voor velen: welke rechten zijn er nog over?

A feature film by Sophie Dupuis, Solo immerses us in the world of a Montreal drag queen cabaret and pits its main character against two toxic love affairs. It stars Félix Maritaud in what is arguably the most detestable role of his career.  Montreal. Simon (Théodore Pellerin) is a sweet and passionate young man: he spends most of his free time preparing for his drag performances. Every time he performs in the cabaret where he works alongside other queens, he causes a sensation. His sister Maude (Alice Moreault), a seamstress with whom he shares a close relationship, often makes him beautiful outfits and supports him fully. Simon lives alone and regularly visits his father, who has started a new life with a new partner after Simon's mother abandoned her entire family to focus on her career as a successful opera singer.  One evening, Simon's father tells him that his mother (Anne-Marie Cadieux) will be staying in Montreal for a while as she will be performing several shows there. Simon is delighted to see her again, full of admiration for her. His sister Maude is more reserved and cannot forgive her mother for having completely neglected her family to focus on her professional life.  This return of the mother comes as Simon has just made an important new encounter: he experiences a real love at first sight for Olivier (Félix Maritaud), a newcomer to his cabaret whose queen name is Dragona. From the outset, the two boys seem to understand each other, share an intimacy that is both tender and burning, and are…

A mix of offbeat comedy, thriller, and hetero-gay bromance, Marry My Dead Body is a funny cocktail, as likeable as it is effective, from Taiwan.  Ming-Han (Greg Han Hsu) is a handsome, hotheaded cop trying to climb the ranks and always craving action. Definitely over-motivated, he nevertheless has some serious flaws that could harm his career. Sometimes too violent, slightly homophobic at times, he's not far from being permanently sidelined.  Refusing to be sidelined, he rushes to the side of his crush, Lin Tzu-Ching (Gingle Wang), when the opportunity arises to pursue dangerous drug dealers. While conducting a search in a park, he comes across a red envelope. A group of elderly women jump on him, telling him that fate has led him to take this envelope and that now he will have to agree to a "ghost marriage." According to them, Ming-Han must marry Mao, a young gay man who died after being hit by a hit-and-run driver! This would be the way to fulfill one of the deceased's last wishes (who dreamed of getting married despite his father's fierce opposition) and to help soothe his soul. Being not very gay-friendly, Ming-Han categorically refuses... but the old ladies warn him that fate has truly chosen him to be the husband and that if he doesn't comply, great misfortunes will befall him. He doesn't take them seriously. In the days following this event, Ming-Han is forced to realize that the old women had not lied: he is seriously injured and his daily life becomes unbearable. Fearing that his entire existence will turn…

Disney Pixar has unveiled its first overtly Christian character in nearly two decades, introduced in the same animated series from which a trans storyline was recently removed. Many see this decision as a clear signal of Disney’s shifting priorities. Coupled with the company's recent statement that it will scale back its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs, it appears that Disney—long criticized by conservatives for its opposition to Florida's "Don’t Say Gay" law—is now responding to conservative pressures. The series in question, Win or Lose, centers on a middle school softball team. While the 14-year-old character originally portrayed as transgender remains in the series, all references to gender identity have been removed. The trans actress who voiced the character expressed her disappointment upon learning that the trans storyline had been cut. “When it comes to animated content aimed at younger audiences, we understand that many parents prefer to address certain topics with their children on their own terms and timelines,” a Disney spokesperson explained at the time. However, this sentiment seems not to apply to Christianity. In the series' opening episode, viewers are introduced to Laurie, a character who opens with a prayer to the “heavenly father.” Her introduction takes place amid ongoing political discourse in which figures like Donald Trump and the Republican party have targeted the trans community, often using Christianity as justification, while simultaneously claiming that Christians face persecution due to diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. LGBTQ Nation has reached out to Disney for comments regarding Laurie’s introduction. This is not the only instance where Disney has…

For every action, there’s an equal and opposite reaction. For many Americans, especially those concerned about the White House's ongoing assaults on free speech, the right to assemble, the arts, LGBTQ+ rights, and trans identity, the urge to respond might be: "I'm going to get into drag." It’s an exciting way to meet new people and express oneself. Here are five pieces of advice from seasoned drag performers. Know Yourself "Understand who you are," says Alaska Thunder, winner of Season 2 of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars. "It’s essential to know your true self and your preferences, not just what’s trending at the moment. This is a reflection of your personal vision." RuPaul, creator of RuPaul's Drag Race, shares, "If you're starting in drag, begin with yourself. Who are you? What do you aim to achieve? Why are you doing this? Drag doesn’t change you; it uncovers your true self." Peppermint, another Drag Race veteran, encourages, "Do it! Let your personality shine. Don’t be afraid to express yourself, whether you’re trans, queer, gender nonbinary, or gender non-conforming. Show the world your talents, and let them speak for themselves." "No one will cheer for you more than you should cheer for yourself!" adds Bob the Drag Queen, who arrived in New York City with just $500 and a suitcase. "If you want to do drag, you’ll figure it out." Immerse Yourself “For me, immersing myself in the New York nightlife drag scene was essential," says Bob. "It’s about becoming a key part of that community. Even clowns have their schools—learning from…

Canadian singer-songwriter Bells Larsen has announced the cancellation of his upcoming U.S. tour due to new visa regulations under the Trump administration targeting transgender applicants. Larsen, whose second album Blurring Time is set to release on April 25, had initially planned performances in New York City, Boston, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and other U.S. cities this June. However, in an Instagram post on Friday, April 11, he revealed that he was forced to cancel these dates after being informed that he would not be granted a U.S. visa. According to Larsen, he received an email from the American Federation of Musicians notifying him that he could not apply for a visa due to the U.S. Immigration policy, which only acknowledges identification that aligns with an individual’s assigned sex at birth. In February, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued a memo directing consulates and immigration offices globally to reject transgender visa applicants under a provision of the 1952 Immigration and Nationality Act. This provision imposes a "permanent fraud bar" on individuals who provide false information on their visa applications. This directive followed President Donald Trump’s executive order on February 5, which called for a national and international ban on transgender women participating in women’s sports. Legal experts have pointed out that the new visa guidance is so expansive that it applies to all transgender applicants. “To put it simply,” Larsen wrote on Instagram, “because I’m trans (and have an M on my passport), I can’t tour in the United States.” Larsen shared that he had been contemplating canceling his U.S.…