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- Six differences between the Heated Rivalry book and the hit showby Emily Maskell on 17th January 2026 at 9:30 am
Adapting a fan-favourite book for the screen is always a daunting process, but when it comes to Heated Rivalry, there are several changes from the book to the show that fans have noticed. The hit ice hockey romance is based on Rachel Reid‘s steamy novel, which is widely sold out. Like the book, the show The post Six differences between the Heated Rivalry book and the hit show appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.
- François Arnaud drama explained as he unfollows, then re-follows, the Heated Rivalry castby Emily Maskell on 16th January 2026 at 5:18 pm
Fans were confused, then relieved after Heated Rivalry star François Arnaud unfollowed his cast members and the show’s creator on Instagram, before re-following them again. On Friday (16 January), the 40-year-old Canadian actor returned to the social media platform with a clear message to the “haters.” He made a grid post featuring three photos of The post François Arnaud drama explained as he unfollows, then re-follows, the Heated Rivalry cast appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.
- There are only five out, gay male pro footballers in the world – these are their storiesby Chantelle Billson on 16th January 2026 at 5:02 pm
The world of men’s professional football has long been playing catch-up when it comes to LGBTQ+ representation and visibility, with very few out gay professional footballers. At the moment, only five are known of, as one recently retired. In contrast, women’s professional football has proven time and time again to be well ahead of the men’s The post There are only five out, gay male pro footballers in the world – these are their stories appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.
- Trump eliminates rape protections for trans people in ICE facilities and prisonsby Chantelle Billson on 16th January 2026 at 3:57 pm
US president Donald Trump has ended rape protections for trans inmates in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities and US prisons, in a move that further attacks the trans community. Guidance was released this month by the Department of Homeland Security for several privately-run ICE facilities, where, as of 8 January, 68,990 people are being held The post Trump eliminates rape protections for trans people in ICE facilities and prisons appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.
- Wayward star Mae Martin confirmed as Juno Awards 2026 host – everything you need to knowby Emily Maskell on 16th January 2026 at 3:46 pm
Non-binary comedian and Feel Good creator Mae Martin has been announced as the host of the 2026 Juno Awards. They also shared their excitement about honouring Canadian art, including hit series Wayward (which stars Martin in a lead role) and Heated Rivalry. The 38-year-old Canadian will helm the 55th annual Juno Awards, known as Canada’s The post Wayward star Mae Martin confirmed as Juno Awards 2026 host – everything you need to know appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news.


