Pleasure is always better when you share it. Let’s be real – when the horniness kicks in, you have two options: Either you jerk off to some random porn, or you share your fantasies with someone who’s just as turned on as you are. And honestly, everything is way more intense when you’re not doing it

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What are the ways the straight people can show respect for LGBT people? Well, they can start by not asking them these ten outrageous questions… What not to say to LGBT people 1: “It’s not obvious you’re gay” This is up there with the classic “I’d never have guess that you’re gay.” I

Where would we be in Lockdown without Ryan Murphy’s ***less queer storytelling? In 2018, the out gay screenwriter, director and producer signed a $300 million deal with streaming giant Netflix. Here are eight reasons why you should tune into a Ryan Murphy show. Why we love Ryan Murphy s

Do bisexual guys often feel they are not 'bi' enough to have more sexual experiences with men? We look at some of the challenges facing bisexual men. Challenges facing bisexual men 1: the 'bisexual club' There are no tick-box criteria for becoming a bisexual. Bisexuality is not some

EXIST. PERSIST. RESIST! - A worldwide LGBTQIA+ Pride event has announced the first wave of speakers and acts appearing at the online event on June 27, expected to attract up to 300 million viewers. Global Pride 2020 is calling! World leaders and royalty among line-up for on

This Pride month we take a look at why we should care about LGBT history. Alex Hopkins explores how our past can reveal how we are today – and what we should look out for in the future. Courage is everything The heroes and heroines of LGBT history were bold and ***less. The quest

For over 30 years, The Pink Singers has been the UK’s longest running LGBT choir. But what does it mean to involved in such a group – and why is it needed more now than ever? Alex Hopkins at Gays.com talks to Pink Singers musical director, Murray Hipkin. “Singing has always been at the centr

Fifty years ago, the Sexual Offences Act 1967 decriminalised homosexual acts in private between two men in England and Wales. As the 50th anniversary of the act approaches, Gays.com's Alex Hopkins reflects on the battles won by LGBT warriors around the world – and the battles which still need fighti

Judy Garland is possibly the greatest gay icon of all time. Gays.com's Alex Hopkins talks to Ray Rackham about his new West End musical, Judy! “What actually was to have been a concert – and was – also turned into something not too remote from a revival meeting,” said the New York times on J

London’s gay scene has undergone significant changes in recent years, but there’s still much to enjoy, says Alex Hopkins. Since the mid 1990's, London’s LGBT landscape has transformed. Scores of venues have closed all over the city, rocked by spiralling property prices. The economic reality

In 2009 and 2010, Gays.com collaborated with the Committee for the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (IDAHO or IDAHOT) to launch two awareness projects, The IDAHO Challenge and The Great Global Kiss-In. 
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Classifying our sexual and gender identities has won LGBT human rights, but are the labels we’ve given ourselves still needed, asks Alex Hopkins. “Do you like girls or boys? It’s confusing these days”, sings David Bowie in his 1995 song Hallo Spaceboy. Bowie was a master when it came to

LGBT venues have always been popular with Hen/Bachelorette parties, but how easily have straight women and gay men been mixing, asks Alex Hopkins. The notices on the doors of London’s gay bars and clubs are now more numerous and obvious: “This venue operates an LGBT majority door policy.” Th

Do gay men and lesbians make best friends, or do the two groups have too little in common, asks Alex Hopkins. I remember the moment vividly. The words that I’d held inside me for so long, churning around my head, rehearsing in the lonely silence of my room, came tumbling out: “I’m gay.” And

In the modern age, where technology plays a central role in connecting people, the LGBTQ+ community has benefited from digital innovations that foster communication, support, and understanding. Among these, gay video chat platforms have become essential tools for those seeking to connect with others

In an ever-evolving world where societal norms continue to shift, the integration of male love dolls within the LGBTQ+ community has emerged as a noteworthy phenomenon. These technologically advanced creations not only redefine the boundaries of human connection but also serve as versatile tools wit

Gay Geminis are born between May 21st and June 21st. These fiercely intelligent and freedom-loving guys are symbolised by identical twins. Which gives the sign its duality. Daring and devilish, Geminis make great lovers. Just as long as you never bore them. Check out our love horoscope to see if you

Is your man not satisfying your sexual needs? Or boring you to tears? *** not. Thanks to ultra-modern tech, Sex Dolls for Gay Men are the new hottest and horniest thing. But will your bionic boyfriend hit the spot? We investigate. This mag article is sponsored What are se

Staying friends with an ex is not easy – though gay men are better at it than straights. But there are still some big challenges involved. Here are seven ways to build a great new relationship with your ex boyfriend. How to stay friends with ex boyfriends 1: Do you really want this?

If you’re considering trying out anal sex for the first time, you probably have a lot of questions in mind. Is it safe? How does it feel like? Will it hurt? Can you have an orgasm from it? We’re here to tackle the answers to all of these questions and present you with the numerous pleasures that com

The stunningly perfect gay man is envied by legions – but what are the problems of being obscenely good looking? We look at the obsession with beauty from the other side of the looking glass. Problem with being the perfect guy 1: Everyone falls in love with you There’s a big differe

How much thought do you put into writing a profile on online gay dating apps such as our own Gaudi App? Words come quickly but wound easily. Here are eight absolute No-Nos for writing a profile on Gaudi App. What not to put on your gay apps profile 1: ‘come correct.’ Invariably thes

Today, more and more trans people are on gay hook-up apps, which were once cis-male only. But what do you need to know about having sex with a trans man and how do you confront prejudice? We take a look. Challenging prejudice Gay male culture can be aggressively macho, misogynistic

He’s wined you, dined you and 69ed you. You’re totally his. But then things slowly start to change. It’s subtle at first – but there are definite warning signs that he’s no good. How do you recognise them? Gays.com shows you how can you tell he's not the one for you. The ex that won’t g

All relationships go through tough times, straight or gay. The trick is weathering them and coming out the other end – preferably stronger. Alex Hopkins takes a look at the ways you can avoid that ‘Brangelina’ breakup. 
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There’s something wrong. You can’t quite put your finger on it, but that guy of your dreams has been acting strangely. Is your relationship on the way out? And, if so, how can you be sure? Alex Hopkins takes a look at those tell-tale signs. Plans? What plans? Those ‘date nights’ are a thing of

You’ve had your eye on someone for ages - and have finally plucked up the courage to ask them out. How do you make sure your first date is a dream and not a disaster, asks Alex Hopkins. 1. Don’t be too keen So, best case scenario: you meet them, and they’re everything you hoped the

Group sex plays a part in many gay men’s relationships – but it can potentially cause problems within a partnership. Alex Hopkins investigates. “I felt caught in between, discarded, a spare part,” James tells me. He’s talking about his experiences of group sex while in a relationship with hi

How do a gay couple go about exploring fetishes with one another – and what impact can this have on their relationship, asks Alex Hopkins. “Our main rule is we will not hurt one another, and we respect the boundaries of others and our own at all times,” Blake tells me. He is speaking about h

There are lots of different things that guys like to do in their free time, and when it comes to porn, cam sites are the best. Sponsored For gay men, enjoying some fun online is not that different as for straight men or women. That’s why it is imperative to understand the app

With increased tolerance and inclusion of LGBT people into the mainstream, Aaron Darkwood asks if it’s time to hang up the disco balls of the gay clubs and bars… As I write this, I’m sat in a very open-minded café bar on the south coast of England. It’s gay-run, has a mix of staff of all sexualit

Like it or not, the commercial gay scene is changing. Many large cities, over the last decade, have seen scores of gay bars disappear in a way that was unpredicted just a few years earlier. In the 1990s, as gay visibility increased and LGBT rights improved in countries across much of the Wes

Gay muscle cam guys have carved out a space that mixes fitness, charisma, and desire in a way that’s unique in the world of live-streamed adult entertainment. Watching muscular men flex and engage in intimate, steamy interactions on live cam can be a sensual thrill. Whether you appreciate the artist

Will the next generation of young gay men live in a world where HIV is a thing of the past? It sounds like a dream – but it could well be achievable. Here are nine ways we can improve HIV prevention Ending HIV transmission 1: more testing Testing for HIV is the first and most vital

The past year has changed how we exercise, especially with gym closures, but that doesn't mean we need to pile on the pounds! If you're looking to continue home workouts (or start them), we've got eight of the hottest fitness trainers you can follow from home to get in shape. Hot fitness

How is LGBT writing changing? Alex Hopkins, a judge on The Polari First Book Prize, explores the stories we’re telling today – and speaks to Paul Burston, chair of the prize. “Oh, I don’t read gay literature, it’s too depressing: all coming out stories, AIDS memoirs, and undiluted angst,” a

Crystal Meth use is having a devastating impact on the world’s gay scene. Alex Hopkins talks to Nicholas Conn from The Online Rehab who is behind a revolutionary treatment programme to combat the use and effects of this lethal drug. Crystal Meth, Methamphetamine, Meth, Ice or Tina - what

We’re inundated with religious groups spewing anti-gay bigotry - and often outright hatred - at us. Is it really so easy to ignore - and what impact does religious homophobia have on our mental wellbeing? Patrick Joseph Mcnelis’ experience of the Catholic Church would be familiar to many

Alex Hopkins talks to Greg Owen, who is spearheading the fight to make PrEP available to men to have sex with men, in the UK and abroad. “My own PrEP journey was a very short lived one indeed,” Greg Owen, aged 35, tells me. Along with his friend Alex Craddock, Owen has created the website iw

Alex Hopkins looks at the obsession with creating the perfect body and asks, how important is a guy's body when you're thinking about dating him? What sort of male bodies were you surrounded by when you were a child? I’ve been thinking about this question quite a bit recently. You see, I’m t

HIV infection rates among young gay guys are spiraling. Gays.com journalist Alex Hopkins looks at some of the reasons and explores some solutions to the issue. It was 8 am when 18-year-old Ben got the call from the clinic telling him he had to come in and see them immediately. He had been o

Fitness isn't just about going to the gym: your mental health needs a work-out, too. At almost age 80, Gays.com senior blogger Brave-Heart has a pretty good idea of the best ways to stay happy, warn off depression and live life to its fullest! Over the years I ***d my body with food, booz

How many times have you heard someone say: “Wow, that guy’s fit!"? I know I’ve said it plenty of times myself, but is he really fit? You know, fit in the sense of physically in shape and not in the sense of drop dead gorgeous? HairyHiker. There’s a section of our LGBTQ community that's h

I went through a brief sauna phase. I was in my mid-20s, and it probably lasted all of six months. A visit almost always ensued after a drunken night out and failure to cop off. That powerhouse of steam and sweat was a last ditch attempt to get my rocks off. And truth be told, it was almost always s

Gay men are known for a lot of things, but one thing in particular comes to mind: we have the self-righteous habit of shaming one another without considering the consequences of our words and actions. We do it all the time: most of us because we feel compelled to live life a little differen

As human beings men have evolved from the caveman on the journey through life; growing, developing, exploring and creating, and although some continents have got further or faster, some have encountered geographical difficulties with harsh terrain, climate, deserts and ice; one thing remains a const

I remember taking multiple choice tests in school and occasionally feeling like none of the answers were right. I’d do the calculations, come up with an answer, and just simply not see that answer on the list. So it was always a bit of a relief to see 'none of the above' among the choices. It meant

The LGBTQ+ community is known to embrace diversity, but some people still struggle to make new connections and turn them into friendships. They find it challenging to connect with the people from their community. However, you have to remember it may seem difficult to connect with people at the begin

Gays.com writer Alex Hopkins reviews two films at this year’s BFI Flare London LGBT Film Festival - 'The Trans Sex Workers of Istanbul' and 'Right of Passage' - which highlight the plight of LGBT refugees in Germany, and Transgender sex workers in Istanbul. The most lethal place in Europ

The dildo is the oldest sex toy available. But what are its origins and how has it evolved over time? Alex Hopkins traces the dawn of the dildo. The trusted dildo now comes in every conceivable shape and size, and for some, the more extreme, the better. Is that an instrument of pleasure or a

When Mart Crowley’s play The Boys in the Band opened off-Broadway in 1968, gay liberation was yet to happen - but less than a year later, while the play was still enjoying its lengthy run, the Stonewall Riots occurred. Crowley’s play, now largely viewed as a historical document, represented a pivota

Legendary Spanish filmmaker, Pedro Almodóvar’s latest film is a radical departure from 2013's I’m So Excited – but all the stronger for it, says Alex Hopkins. In his long and distinguished career, Spanish auteur Pedro Almodóvar has boldly championed the outsiders of society: the prostitu