Intl News

Simpsons goes Gaga for seasonfinale

Travis de Jonk22nd May, 2012
www.samesame.com.au

Article Listings

Who's coming out in DC comics?220

Who's coming out in DC comics?

By chadstjames 22nd May, 2012

A character is coming out of the closet in DC comics, and speculation is rife as to who it will be.

Virgin boss backs marriage equality2

Virgin boss backs marriage equality

By Matt Akersten 21st May, 2012

Virgin founder Sir Richard Branson is the latest high-profile figure – and perhaps the richest – to publicly lend his support to same-sex marriage law reform.

WATCH: Austrian film explores Homophobia4

WATCH: Austrian film explores Homophobia

By chadstjames 20th May, 2012

In support of International Day Against Homophobia & Transphobia (IDAHO), the makers of the Austrian short film 'Homophobia' have released it to be viewed free on YouTube.

Last Dance: Disco diva Donna Summer dies15

Last Dance: Disco diva Donna Summer dies

By Travis de Jonk 18th May, 2012

A number of news sources have confirmed that iconic disco diva, Donna Summer has died after losing her lengthy battle with cancer, aged just 63.

New York's Priscilla won't survive5

New York's Priscilla won't survive

By Matt Akersten 17th May, 2012

After just over a year on stage, the crew of Broadway's Priscilla, Queen of the Desert show have reluctantly announced their glittering run will end next month.

Gay weddings now OK at Tokyo Disney1

Gay weddings now OK at Tokyo Disney

By Matt Akersten 16th May, 2012

While same-sex marriages are not legal in Japan, the management of Disneyland in Tokyo now say gay couples are welcome to have their ceremonies in their park, under the ever-watchful eye of Mickey Mouse.

The strangest anti-gay rant ever124

The strangest anti-gay rant ever

By Matt Akersten 15th May, 2012

Speaking at a council meeting in Nebraska, we're surprised this woman was allowed to continue her diatribe – she got away without being heckled or even glitterbombed!

WATCH: Jerry Springer's gay shockers210

WATCH: Jerry Springer's gay shockers

By jamesbesanvalle 14th May, 2012

Continually voted the 'Worst TV Show Ever' by TV Guide magazine, The Jerry Springer Show is now onto its 21st season on US small screens.

Kiwi PM "not opposed" to marriage equality1

Kiwi PM "not opposed" to marriage equality

By Matt Akersten 11th May, 2012

While Julia Gillard continues to oppose same-sex marriage, New Zealand's Prime Minister John Key quickly followed up on Barack Obama's new support for it yesterday with his own assurance that marriage equality's OK with him.

Obama: Marriage equality should be legal529

Obama: Marriage equality should be legal

By Matt Akersten 10th May, 2012

In a historic interview, US President Barack Obama says he's now in support of marriage equality.

Rock singer comes out as transgender47

Rock singer comes out as transgender

By grattan 9th May, 2012

Against Me! singer Tom Gabel has revealed to Rolling Stone that he plans to begin living as a woman under the name Laura Jane Grace.

Where the Wild Things Are author dies11

Where the Wild Things Are author dies

By Matt Akersten 9th May, 2012

Artist and writer Maurice Sendak, who was most famous for his children's story Where the Wild Things Are, has passed away.

WATCH: "It could happen to you"167

WATCH: "It could happen to you"

By Matt Akersten 9th May, 2012

"It has been said that sharing personal stories is one of the most effective ways to change people's hearts and minds," says a young YouTuber. "This is my story and I hope you are inspired to share it with others."

Out gymnast hopes for Olympics

Out gymnast hopes for Olympics

By Matt Akersten 8th May, 2012

America's gay sports fans are hoping this talented young gymnast will make it through to qualify for the London Olympics – and it seems increasingly likely.

Vice Pres 'comfortable' with same-sex marriage12

Vice Pres 'comfortable' with same-sex marriage

By Matt Akersten 7th May, 2012

Through America's Vice-President Joe Biden, the White House has sent its strongest message yet in favour of marriage equality.

WATCH: 'Wandering Sailor' by Kingship1

WATCH: 'Wandering Sailor' by Kingship

By chadstjames 4th May, 2012

Brooklyn-based rock duo Kingship release a dream-like music video for their track Wandering Sailor.

WATCH: We've changed, get used to it1

WATCH: We've changed, get used to it

By Matt Akersten 3rd May, 2012

The National Geographic channel has presented an in-depth hour-long look into the lives of transgender Americans.

Lindsay's ex is a singer… sort of4

Lindsay's ex is a singer… sort of

By Matt Akersten 2nd May, 2012

Linsday Lohan's DJ ex-girlfriend Samantha Ronson is hoping to make it as a solo singer – but her first live TV performance has been lackluster to say the least.