On All Fours: Pup Uzuma on Pupplay, Community and Freedom in the Headspace
On all fours, sometimes playful, sometimes curious, and sometimes serious: Pupplay is a form of expression that may seem unusual at first glance, yet for many it is a natural part of queer life. Between closeness, freedom, ritual, and a strong sense of community unfolds a scene that is as diverse as it is fascinating. […]
Love Without Borders? Where Queerness Is (Not) Accepted Around the World
Not everywhere in the world can LGBTQIA+ people live openly, love freely, and be their authentic selves. While in many countries legal equality, Pride events, and LGBTQ-friendly societies are part of everyday life, others are still marked by discrimination, invisibility, or even persecution. According to the Gay Travel Index 2025 by Spartacus, Canada, Malta, Portugal, […]
Why Cologne Pride 2025 Felt Different
Hi, I’m Andi, and this year I had the chance to experience Cologne Pride 2025 in person. Maybe you were there too, or maybe not. Either way, you should definitely keep reading, because this year’s Pride Parade in Cologne was not just colorful, loud, and crowded as always. It felt different. There was more politics, […]
Cervical Cancer: The Best Way to Protect Yourself
Cervical cancer—the fourth most common form of malignant tumor in women worldwide. You’ve probably heard of it, maybe you know a woman who has it, or has had it in the past. All the more reason to be aware of it and go to regular checkup appointments. So, let’s talk a bit more about what […]
Prostate Cancer: Why Checkups Are So Important!
The most common type of cancer among women is breast cancer; for men, it’s prostate cancer. The same is true of both types of cancer though: the earlier it is diagnosed, the better the chances of recovery. Yet, according to surveys, men are far less likely to go to cancer checkups than women. Only around […]
Preventing Breast Cancer: How to Optimize Your Lifestyle
Did you know that breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in Germany? Worldwide, breast cancer is the second most common type of cancer. Every year, around 2.3 million women are diagnosed. And it’s not just older women who are affected—younger women are also at risk of breast cancer, which is why breast […]
Why Your First Visit to the Gynecologist Is Nothing to Be Afraid Of
Research suggests that around 81 percent of women first visit a gynecologist at the age of 16. Some go a little earlier, some a little later, but regardless of when you schedule your first appointment, it’s likely to be an important date in your diary – and one that might make you feel anxious or […]
Give Your Breasts Some TLC – How To Examine Your Breasts To Prevent Cancer
Be honest: How much attention have you paid to your breasts recently? And we don’t mean buying a well-fitted bra or checking them out in the mirror. Giving your breasts the attention they need means feeling them for potential changes, which can help you to detect breast cancer early. If you’re like the vast majority […]
Asexuality – Everything You Need to Know
Asexuality is a sexual orientation that you may identify with if you experience no sexual attraction to people of the same or opposite sex. In fact, asexual people don’t usually have any desire to engage in sexual activity at all. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the full spectrum of asexuality and […]
LGBTQIA+ in pop culture
Over the past few years, there have been some huge changes in the way the queer scene is portrayed in pop culture. LGBTQIA+ people are no longer peripheral figures; instead, they’re often the stars of the show. This development is not only a sign of social progress, but also an important step toward more widespread […]