
ALT The image depicts Jake Shears as Frank-N-Furter singing on stage. It has a blue and purple gradient with the GCN logo and the article's title that reads: "Watch: Jake Shears shines as Frank-N-Furter in special Rocky Horror Tiny Desk performance". At the bottom of the image, a message says: "Read more on www.gcn.ie at the link in bio".

ALT This image shows a nightclub with a DJ and dancing crowd. It has a blue and purple gradient with the GCN logo and the article's title that reads: Mother announces New Year's Eve party to ring in 2027 with queer dancefloor joy. At the bottom of the image, a message says: "Read more on www.gcn.ie at the link in bio".

ALT Split-screen of two candidates who won at the US midterms. Left is DeShanna Neal, right is Chris Pappas. It has a blue and purple gradient with the GCN logo and the article's title that reads: "Democrats sweep US midterms amid historic firsts and landmark LGBTQ+ victories". At the bottom of the image, a message says: "Read more on www.gcn.ie at the link in bio".

ALT Image of the titular Chucky doll sitting upright with a smile on his face. It is from the SYFY TV series Chucky. It has a blue and purple gradient with the GCN logo and the article's title that reads: "Chucky creator hits back at Nicki Minaj for suggesting horror icon would vote Republican". At the bottom of the image, a message says: "Read more on www.gcn.ie at the link in bio"

ALT The image shows a fist in the air with a rainbow flag wrapped around the wrist. It has a blue and purple gradient with the GCN logo and the article's title that reads: "ILGA-Europe marks 30 outstanding years of fighting for LGBTQ+ rights". At the bottom of the image, a message says: "Read more on www.gcn.ie at the link in bio".

ALT An LGBTQ+ couple at Rascals. They hold rainbow fans, and the Rascals sign is lit up in rainbow colours. It has a blue and purple gradient with the GCN logo and the article's title that reads: "Inside The Loft, Rascals Brewing Co's laid-back and stylish wedding venue perfect for LGBTQ+ couples". At the bottom of the image, a message says: "Read more on www.gcn.ie at the link in bio".

ALT Split screen. Left image of Paul Ryder as Mrs. Claus in front of Dundrum shopping centre. The right image is Nadine Coyle smiling and wearing a glamorous red dress, red fur coat and red gloves in front of a warm yellow background. It has a blue and purple gradient with the GCN logo and the article's title that reads: "Calling all city girls: Nadine Coyle and Paul Ryder to light up Dundrum with festive celebration". At the bottom of the image, a message says: "Read more on www.gcn.ie at the link in bio".

ALT Split screen. Left is CMAT on stage wearing orange and holding a microphone. The right image is Elton John wearing signature tinted sunglasses. It has a blue and purple gradient with the GCN logo and the article's title that reads: "CMAT and Elton John surprise fans with new Christmas collaboration". At the bottom of the image, a message says: "Read more on www.gcn.ie at the link in bio".

ALT Photo of Sandie Peggie, a UK nurse who lost a gender-critical discrimination case, walking on the street. It has a blue and purple gradient with the GCN logo and the article's title that reads: "Judge dismisses gender-critical discrimination claim brought by UK nurse". At the bottom of the image, a message says: "Read more on www.gcn.ie at the link in bio".

ALT The arm of a person after getting a blood test with the gloved hands of a nurse applying a plaster. It has a blue and purple gradient with the GCN logo and the article's title that reads: "New guidance for HIV testing in emergency departments launched at Dublin conference". At the bottom of the image, a message says: "Read more on www.gcn.ie at the link in bio".

ALT The Misses, Miss Roots on the left dressed in a blue floral dress and Miss Taken on the right, dressed in a salmon-coloured floral dress. They are both perched on a large anchor, looking out into the distance. A large empty green field is seen behind them. It has a blue and purple gradient with the GCN logo and the article's title that reads: "Miss Matched: Everything you need to know about GCN's new night of queer connection". At the bottom of the image, a message says: "Read more on gcn.ie at the link in bio."

ALT Singer/songwriter Sufjan Stevens is wearing a Christmas hat and red tie, he is staring into the camera. Next to him is a white Christmas tree. It has a blue and purple gradient with the GCN logo and the article's title that reads: "Sufjan Stevens releases emotional single ahead of new Christmas album". At the bottom of the image, a message says: "Read more on www.gcn.ie at the link in bio".

ALT A still of Patrick Stewart and Bryan Batt in the film Jeffrey. It has a blue and purple gradient with the GCN logo and the article's title that reads: "Revisiting Patrick Stewart's gay character in 1995 film Jeffrey". At the bottom of the image, a message says: "Read more on www.gcn.ie at the link in bio"

ALT The image shows the side profile of someone's chin and shoulders. The person has a rainbow ribbon draped around their neck. It has a blue and purple gradient with the GCN logo and the article's title that reads: "How proposed changes to Ireland's citizenship legislation would impact LGBTQ+ and other migrants". At the bottom of the image, a message says: "Read more on www.gcn.ie at the link in bio".

ALT Stand Up Awareness Week, an anti-LGBTQ+ bullying campaign, kicks off this week. Pictured here is podcaster and comedian Emma Doran with two students. They are holding pride flags and a large rainbow heart with the words ‘You Belong Here’ written across it. It has a blue and purple gradient with the GCN logo and the article's title that reads: "(headline)". At the bottom of the image, a message says: "Read more on www.GCN.ie at the link in bio".






