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Fashion & style
fromLGBTQ Nation
11 hours ago

You're probably missing these queer women-owned brands - LGBTQ Nation

Lesbian Visibility Day highlights the importance of supporting queer women-owned businesses and their unique contributions to community and culture.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
13 hours ago

Drag queens mock MAGA figures in jaw-dropping event while raising over $25K for ACLU - LGBTQ Nation

A drag show in Brooklyn raised over $25,000 for the ACLU while satirizing MAGA figures and highlighting the political stakes for the LGBTQ+ community.
#lgbtq
fromQueerty
14 hours ago
Relationships

Have self-compassion, take a warm shower & seek out insightful twinks: Gays share their best pieces of advice - Queerty

fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago
New York City

Zohran Mamdani appoints Black lesbian archivist to critical commissioner role - LGBTQ Nation

LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
17 hours ago

Trans equality gets 2 major wins in court while the EU strikes down Hungary's anti-LGBTQ+ law - LGBTQ Nation

Kennedy's actions threaten trans youth care, but a ruling prevents him from using federal funding as leverage against hospitals.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Beyond Inclusion: Liberating LGBTQ+ Athletes

LGBTQ+ athletes face unique stressors that impact their performance and well-being due to the need to manage their identities in sports environments.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
9 hours ago

These 10 banned LGBTQ+ books for teens and young adults teach resilience & authenticity - LGBTQ Nation

Censorship of LGBTQ+ books in libraries reached an all-time high, with significant challenges against titles that address complex social and emotional issues.
Relationships
fromQueerty
14 hours ago

Have self-compassion, take a warm shower & seek out insightful twinks: Gays share their best pieces of advice - Queerty

Seeking advice from others can provide valuable insights and support, especially for LGBTQ+ individuals from their queer elders.
New York City
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Zohran Mamdani appoints Black lesbian archivist to critical commissioner role - LGBTQ Nation

Shawn(ta) Smith-Cruz appointed as commissioner of DORIS, emphasizing the importance of preserving NYC's diverse history.
Parenting
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Comedian shares hilarous take on growing up with lesbian moms - LGBTQ Nation

Jaclyn Lore-Edwards shares humorous insights about growing up with two moms, highlighting love, freedom of expression, and unique childhood experiences.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
17 hours ago

Trans equality gets 2 major wins in court while the EU strikes down Hungary's anti-LGBTQ+ law - LGBTQ Nation

Kennedy's actions threaten trans youth care, but a ruling prevents him from using federal funding as leverage against hospitals.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Beyond Inclusion: Liberating LGBTQ+ Athletes

LGBTQ+ athletes face unique stressors that impact their performance and well-being due to the need to manage their identities in sports environments.
#discrimination
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago
SF LGBT

Black trans woman says gay bar tried kicking her out in act of discrimination: "Literally shaking" - LGBTQ Nation

A Black transgender woman experienced discrimination at a Detroit gay bar, claiming hostility from staff and a lack of support from management.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Black trans woman says gay bar tried kicking her out in act of discrimination: "Literally shaking" - LGBTQ Nation

A Black transgender woman experienced discrimination at a Detroit gay bar, claiming hostility from staff and a lack of support from management.
SF politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

4 women accuse lesbian Democratic congressional candidate of sexual assault - LGBTQ Nation

Four women accuse Salt Lake City Council Member Eva Lopez Chavez of sexual assault, while she denies the allegations and offers to take a polygraph test.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

I saw the backlash coming': civil rights activist Kimberle Crenshaw on America and race

Federal actions have targeted critical race theory and DEI initiatives, erasing decades of Kimberle Crenshaw's work on intersectionality and systemic racism.
Law
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 day ago

Ann Rostow: What Dreams May Come? - San Francisco Bay Times

Belarus has enacted a law prohibiting the promotion of homosexuality and related topics, reflecting ongoing discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 days ago

Over 20 volunteers to revitalize Brooklyn studio for Black trans femme artists * Brooklyn Paper

Local volunteers are revitalizing BTFA Studios, a vital space for Black trans femme artists in Brooklyn, enhancing community support and artistic growth.
#pride-in-london
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Staff at UK's largest Pride event allege bullying and misconduct under sacked CEO

Pride in London leaders ignored complaints about bullying and misconduct by former CEO Christopher Joell-Deshields for years.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Former London Pride boss admits contempt of court

Christopher Joell-Deshields admitted contempt of court for not returning social media and bank account login details after his suspension.
LA Clippers
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

The Risk of Being More Than an Athlete

Being politically outspoken can lead to being blackballed from sports leagues, as seen in the cases of Colin Kaepernick and Natasha Cloud.
Social justice
from48 hills
5 days ago

Trans trailblazer Sean Dorsey: 'When shit gets hard, we choose to show up for each other' - 48 hills

Sean Dorsey Dance presents a new work, We Choose Each Other, as a response to escalating anti-trans legislation and cultural hostility.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
5 days ago

Who's Playing Portland Pride 2026? - Portland Mercury

Portland Pride parade in July features major entertainers and celebrates the LGBTQ2SIA+ community with a theme of 'Made with Pride.'
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

Pride organizations call on Ontario to create fund to support festivals as costs climb | CBC News

Organizers request $1.5 million annually for three years to support rising costs of Pride festivals in Ontario.
#marshas
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Black & trans employees accuse women's sports bar of "hostile" racism & misogyny - LGBTQ Nation

Allegations of transphobia and misogyny have emerged at Marsha's, a Philadelphia women's sports bar, following the termination of two Black staffers.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Owner of Philly sports bar for queer women responds to allegations of racism and transphobia

Allegations of racism and transphobia at Marsha's, a queer women's sports bar, have emerged from a former employee's claims of a hostile work environment.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Black & trans employees accuse women's sports bar of "hostile" racism & misogyny - LGBTQ Nation

Allegations of transphobia and misogyny have emerged at Marsha's, a Philadelphia women's sports bar, following the termination of two Black staffers.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Owner of Philly sports bar for queer women responds to allegations of racism and transphobia

Allegations of racism and transphobia at Marsha's, a queer women's sports bar, have emerged from a former employee's claims of a hostile work environment.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Denver's only lesbian bar closes after rollercoaster fundraising controversy - LGBTQ Nation

A beloved lesbian bar in Denver closed amid controversy over fundraising and mismanagement issues.
Fashion & style
fromWIRED
2 days ago

The Men Behind Your Favorite AI Gay Thirst Traps

Jae Young Joon is an AI-generated influencer created by Luc Thierry, captivating audiences with a fictional persona.
SF politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Trump's new Navy secretary seems very afraid of witches and drag queens

Concerns about witches in California and Navy recruitment strategies have raised eyebrows regarding the new acting Secretary of the Navy, Hung Cao.
Social justice
fromQueerty
5 days ago

So many funerals, so little help: How our community faced AIDS & refused to disappear - Queerty

The AIDS crisis in America illustrates the impact of youth activism, community, and the ongoing fight for equality and access to care.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
1 day ago

AI himbos, political shade & Madonna on Grindr: This week's messiest gay moments recapped - Queerty

Queerty recaps major queer news stories, including a canceled gay AI influencer and backlash over a mayor's endorsement of a straight candidate.
SF LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
2 days ago

Statements From National and International Chapters During the 50th Anniversary Year of the San Francisco Dykes on Bikes - San Francisco Bay Times

Dykes on Bikes® promotes empowerment and community connection for LGBTQIA+ individuals through unique local chapters.
Education
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

LGBTQ+ people have always made history. But students are only just starting to learn that. - LGBTQ Nation

LGBTQ+ individuals have historically been invisible in American education, but recent shifts aim to include their narratives in curricula.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
15 hours ago

New rules allow more queer Australians to give blood: Let's "give the gift of life" - LGBTQ Nation

Gay and bisexual men and transgender Australians can now donate blood under the same rules as straight individuals, increasing inclusivity in blood donation.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

Smaller Pride events in Toronto are feeling the pressure as FIFA World Cup approaches | CBC News

FIFA World Cup disrupts Toronto's Pride events, leading to cancellations and increased costs for smaller queer organizers.
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
3 days ago

The night a drag king blew my mind & rewrote my identity - Queerty

Montesanti's journey in drag culture reveals the complexities of gender identity and mental health through performance and self-expression.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Anti-trans bathroom bills are the New Jim Crow - LGBTQ Nation

Anti-transgender legislation is reshaping public restroom access, drawing parallels to historical segregation and impacting various gender identities.
NYC LGBT
fromCurbed
2 days ago

What Is Ballroom Legend Leiomy Maldonado's NYQ?

Leiomy embodies the quintessential New Yorker with practical subway etiquette and a love for local food spots.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

A coordinated political effort is trying to erase LGBTQ+ youth. Here's what they say they need. - LGBTQ Nation

LGBTQ+ youth are often overlooked in discussions about their experiences, prompting a rebranding to Glisten to better represent and support them.
SF LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
2 days ago

TransThrive Clinic Grand Opening: Bringing Low-Barrier, Trans-Led Healthcare to San Francisco - San Francisco Bay Times

A new clinic at TransThrive offers comprehensive healthcare services for transgender and gender-expansive individuals in San Francisco.
#lesbian-visibility-week
LGBT
fromQueerty
2 days ago

Rep. Angie Craig rattles right-wingers with a cute pic to mark Lesbian Visibility Week - Queerty

Rep. Angie Craig celebrates Lesbian Visibility Week by sharing a photo with her wife, highlighting her commitment to LGBTQ+ rights.
LGBT
fromQueerty
2 days ago

Rep. Angie Craig rattles right-wingers with a cute pic to mark Lesbian Visibility Week - Queerty

Rep. Angie Craig celebrates Lesbian Visibility Week by sharing a photo with her wife, highlighting her commitment to LGBTQ+ rights.
#drag-race
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
3 days ago

This Drag Race alum is nearly unrecognizable in buff gym pics-but the glow-up doesn't stop there! - Queerty

Dusty Ray Bottoms has transformed her life post-Drag Race, focusing on fitness and performing in local theater after her initial season elimination.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
1 year ago

The Gay Internet wonders whether this 'Drag Race' queen can also be a "masc daddy" - Queerty

Sam Star blends masculine ruggedness with Drag Race glam, showcasing her love for football and a supportive relationship with NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
3 days ago

This Drag Race alum is nearly unrecognizable in buff gym pics-but the glow-up doesn't stop there! - Queerty

Dusty Ray Bottoms has transformed her life post-Drag Race, focusing on fitness and performing in local theater after her initial season elimination.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
1 year ago

The Gay Internet wonders whether this 'Drag Race' queen can also be a "masc daddy" - Queerty

Sam Star blends masculine ruggedness with Drag Race glam, showcasing her love for football and a supportive relationship with NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley.
SF LGBT
fromsfbaytimes.com
2 days ago

Soiree 2026 Benefiting the SF LGBT Center

Soiree, the annual fundraising gala for the SF LGBT Center, was held on April 18, 2026, featuring various entertainment and support for vital programs.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
4 days ago

Tan France gets judgy, Drag Race's next all-star brawl & all the best LGBTQ+ releases this week - Queerty

Heartstopper Forever will conclude the beloved teen romance series on July 17.
#looksmaxxing
LGBT
fromQueerty
3 days ago

Looksmaxxer says being called "gay" is a compliment because gay dating market's "a lot more competitive" - Queerty

Looksmaxxing reflects modern masculinity and a response to changing cultural dynamics regarding attractiveness and sexuality.
LGBT
fromQueerty
3 days ago

Looksmaxxer says being called "gay" is a compliment because gay dating market's "a lot more competitive" - Queerty

Looksmaxxing reflects modern masculinity and a response to changing cultural dynamics regarding attractiveness and sexuality.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
6 days ago

Advocate newsletter 4/20/26

A federal judge criticized RFK Jr. for his anti-trans policies, stating they cause significant harm to individuals.
#trans-rights
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

New poll shows why it's important for everyone to speak up in favor of trans rights - LGBTQ Nation

Majority of Americans support trans rights, but polling wording significantly influences public opinion on specific issues like gender-affirming care.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Dems pass "profound" law to protect trans kids who change their names - LGBTQ Nation

Colorado's new law protects the privacy of trans children seeking name changes, ensuring their dignity and safety.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

New poll shows why it's important for everyone to speak up in favor of trans rights - LGBTQ Nation

Majority of Americans support trans rights, but polling wording significantly influences public opinion on specific issues like gender-affirming care.
fromQueerty
1 year ago

18 famous LGBTQ+ Tauruses who don't back down - Queerty

Tauruses do it with steady hands and a whole lot of heart, cultivating beauty and building something that lasts, embodying dependability and loyalty.
SF LGBT
LGBT
fromQueerty
4 days ago

Straight women are discovering age-gap relationships, but there's a gay twist - Queerty

Age gap relationships, particularly between older women and younger men, are gaining attention, influenced by cultural trends and economic factors.
SF LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Trans woman leaves role with women's health charity

A trans woman resigned from a women's health charity amid criticism regarding her role and its implications for women's health advocacy.
fromAdvocate.com
5 days ago

Advocate newsletter 4/21/26

The U.S. Supreme Court will consider a Colorado case involving whether taxpayer-funded preschools affiliated with churches can refuse to admit children of LGBTQ+ couples.
LGBT
#transgender-rights
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago
LGBT

Teacher suspended for supporting trans athlete gets reinstated after allies fight back - LGBTQ Nation

LGBT
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

The Right Thinks I Don't Exist. The Left Thinks I'm a Liability. I'm Just Trying to Figure Out How to Live.

Transgender individuals in America face increasing legislative attacks, yet embracing authenticity and gender expansiveness is crucial for survival and fulfillment.
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago
LGBT

This trans lawmaker's colleagues voted to take away her driver's license. She's still hard at work. - LGBTQ Nation

Kansas State Rep. Abi Boatman, a transgender Air Force veteran, delivered a viral speech opposing SB 244, legislation that revokes transgender people's documents, restricts bathroom access, and creates legal incentives to sue transgender individuals.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

Teacher suspended for supporting trans athlete gets reinstated after allies fight back - LGBTQ Nation

Dr. Chet Hesson was reinstated after an investigation found no basis for claims against him regarding his support for a transgender student athlete.
LGBT
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

The Right Thinks I Don't Exist. The Left Thinks I'm a Liability. I'm Just Trying to Figure Out How to Live.

Transgender individuals in America face increasing legislative attacks, yet embracing authenticity and gender expansiveness is crucial for survival and fulfillment.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

This trans lawmaker's colleagues voted to take away her driver's license. She's still hard at work. - LGBTQ Nation

Kansas State Rep. Abi Boatman, a transgender Air Force veteran, delivered a viral speech opposing SB 244, legislation that revokes transgender people's documents, restricts bathroom access, and creates legal incentives to sue transgender individuals.
Los Angeles
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

It was very challenging': the exhibition memorialising Black trans deaths across the US

Black nonbinary artist Sage Ni'Ja Whitson visited 91 sites where trans, gender nonconforming, or intersex individuals died, conducting ceremonies and creating a commemorative exhibition honoring these lives.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

We especially need to uplift joyous Black trans lives on this Trans Day of Visibility - LGBTQ Nation

Transgender Day of Visibility celebrates Black trans lives and contributions while addressing ongoing violence against the community.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Data is power: What we need to build meaningful infrastructure for Black & brown trans folks - LGBTQ Nation

Black transgender people are systematically excluded from research design and data collection, rendering their lived experiences invisible in statistics used by policymakers and organizations.
fromAdvocate.com
3 weeks ago

12 portraits of transgender beauty and resilience in the Deep South

Exploring Transgender Identity in South Carolina is a candid photographic and interview-based documentation of transgender life in South Carolina. This project offers a contemporary visual record of a community that exists largely outside of that narrative yet within its realities.
SF LGBT
fromFuncheap
4 weeks ago

SF's Free "Trans Day of Visibility" Festival (Boeddeker Park)

Join us for a vibrant Trans Day of Visibility Festival at Boeddeker Park in the heart of the Tenderloin and The Transgender District, March 29th 2026. Expect sickening performances, powerful vocals, community vibes.
SF LGBT
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 weeks ago

Trans people are here to stay, no matter who tries to erase us

Understanding the gender spectrum and dismantling misconceptions about trans identities is crucial for acceptance and recognition of diverse gender experiences.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Learning to accept herself as a bi, trans woman only took some space... and Pride patches - LGBTQ Nation

Van's journey from hiding her bisexuality to openly embracing her trans identity demonstrates how community support enables self-acceptance and resilience against family disapproval.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Many alleged suicides of Black trans women are in fact modern-day lynchings, report finds

Law enforcement in Southern states may be systematically misclassifying deaths of transgender women as suicides to conceal bias-motivated killings that constitute modern-day lynchings.
#conversion-therapy
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

'We keep us safe': Thousands of LGBTQ+ activists and organizers gathered in D.C. for equality

About 2,000 LGBTQ+ activists convened in Washington, D.C., to build mutual safety, strengthen movement infrastructure, and resist intensifying political repression and disinformation.
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

These oft-overlooked icons show why Black queer history still matters (now more than ever) - LGBTQ Nation

Black History Month is a time to acknowledge and celebrate the achievements and courageous acts of people of African descent in the United States and around the world. This year, Black History month celebrates its 100th anniversary. And yet, Black History Month has failed to fully acknowledge or celebrate the contributions of Black LGBTQ+ people. Just as Pride Month remains overwhelmingly white in its representation, Black History Month continues to be deeply homophobic in its omissions.
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