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Acceptance with a Catch: What Filipino “Bakla” Culture Reveals About The Hidden Misogyny Behind Homophobia

Any conversation about masculinity today reveals the same concerns: young men are lonely, angry, confused about their place in society, and increasingly drawn towards online spaces that feed resentment. The homophobia woven into our culture is less about sexuality and more about punishing anything seen as feminine.

December 1, 2025

3 min

UK

Acceptance with a Catch: What Filipino “Bakla” Culture Reveals About The Hidden Misogyny Behind Homophobia

When a Prince Becomes a Problem: What is to be done with Prince Andrew?

An Independent Voice on Labour Discontent and the Rise of the Far-Right.

The Failure of Foresight that Led to the Manchester Synagogue Attack

Not yet Andy: Why this isn’t Burnham’s moment

Digital ID’s Success Hinges on a Simple Question: “What’s in it for Me?”

UK Palestine Action Protests – Productive or Performative?

Enough Is Enough

Policing Protest: Rights Under Siege?

What are the LibDems doing wrong?

Laptops in classrooms: A Threat to Children's Wellness and Education

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UK

Acceptance with a Catch: What Filipino “Bakla” Culture Reveals About The Hidden Misogyny Behind Homophobia

When a Prince Becomes a Problem: What is to be done with Prince Andrew?

An Independent Voice on Labour Discontent and the Rise of the Far-Right.

The Failure of Foresight that Led to the Manchester Synagogue Attack

Not yet Andy: Why this isn’t Burnham’s moment

Digital ID’s Success Hinges on a Simple Question: “What’s in it for Me?”

UK Palestine Action Protests – Productive or Performative?

Enough Is Enough

Policing Protest: Rights Under Siege?

What are the LibDems doing wrong?

Laptops in classrooms: A Threat to Children's Wellness and Education

Categories

Guest Essays

Coming Soon

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