LGBTQ
Inside Nigeria’s queer OnlyFans scene
Nude awakening — Despite strict laws in Nigeria forbidding homosexuality, the country’s queer adult performers are flocking to the popular adult platform, where they’re turning an impressive profit and carving out a space to express their sexuality.
Written by: Chisom Peter Job
The project championing Black queer and trans masculinity
Being seen — A new photo and podcast series is shining the spotlight on the experiences and cultural contributions of Black gay, bi and trans masculine artists and activists, who for too long have been misrepresented, marginalised and erased.
Written by: Miss Rosen
Inside a ‘90s art school student house
Cool Britannia — Photographer Marc Vallée remembers shooting his friends at their dilapidated East London house during a golden age of British art institutions.
Written by: HUCK HQ
We must learn how to talk about queer sexual assault
Speaking out — LGBTQ+ people are statistically more likely to experience sexual violence, but the topic seldom receives mainstream coverage. It's time we discussed the issue with the nuance it deserves, argues writer Jake Hall.
Written by: Jake Hall
The online saga stoking old tensions in the gay community
GaysOverCovid — An anonymous Instagram account documenting gay men breaking lockdown regulations on holiday has led to an unpleasant aftermath – one that reopens old wounds regarding shame, pleasure and privilege.
Written by: James Greig
Introducing the Huck List
20 for 2020 — This year, we spotlight the inspiring individuals and activist groups who have been on the frontlines of the fight for a better future.
Written by: HUCK HQ
Stories from a world in flux: our best deep-dives of 2020
Always moving — From in-depth essays to on-the-ground reporting in communities stretched across the globe, here are the pieces we’re most proud of this year.
Written by: HUCK HQ
Why we hacked the UK’s sexual violence in schools policy
#EveryBodyCounts — Last week, BodyCount, a campaign group of five south London teens, hacked the government's official site to fix its policy on sexual violence in schools – they explain why.
Written by: BodyCount
Easing the gay blood ban means more sexual stigma
Pyrrhic victory — In the wake of a rule change meaning that more gay men can give blood, writer Benjamin Weil argues that the burden of AIDS discrimination has merely shifted elsewhere in the community.
Written by: Benjamin Weil
Inside America's LGBTQ+ gun lobby
Pink pistols — In response to far-right bigotry, queer gun owners have been taking what they see as necessary steps to protect themselves – but will a Biden presidency offer any hope of a ceasefire?
Written by: James Stout