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#aids-crisis
fromQueerty
1 hour ago
Social justice

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

Social justice
fromQueerty
1 hour 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
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

20+ powerful historic images of queer & feminist resistance

A new collection of archival photographs captures the activism and community organizing in New York during the AIDS crisis and other social issues.
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.
fromAdvocate.com
3 hours 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
Fashion & style
fromQueerty
17 hours ago

From the runway to OF, this men's fashion brand is serving lewks & lewds - Queerty

Louis Gabriel Nouchi's brand LGN combines sensual menswear with gender-fluid designs, recently launching an OF page to explore intimacy and desire.
#philz-coffee
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
22 hours ago

San Francisco coffee chain walks back decision to remove Pride flags, says it made "a mistake" - Queerty

Philz Coffee will keep Pride flags in stores after reversing its earlier decision to remove them.
SF LGBT
fromThe Mercury News
4 days ago

Philz to leave Pride flags up, after all

Philz Coffee will keep its rainbow flags after public backlash and CEO's apology for the initial decision to remove them.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Philz Coffee suddenly retreats from Pride flag ban after employee & community outcry - LGBTQ Nation

Philz Coffee CEO reversed a decision to remove Pride flags after backlash from employees and the LGBTQ+ community.
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
1 week ago

San Francisco coffee chain to remove Pride flags from stores to be "more inclusive" - Queerty

Philz Coffee will remove Pride flags from stores, causing discontent among staff and customers who view them as symbols of safety and inclusivity.
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
22 hours ago

San Francisco coffee chain walks back decision to remove Pride flags, says it made "a mistake" - Queerty

Philz Coffee will keep Pride flags in stores after reversing its earlier decision to remove them.
SF LGBT
fromThe Mercury News
4 days ago

Philz to leave Pride flags up, after all

Philz Coffee will keep its rainbow flags after public backlash and CEO's apology for the initial decision to remove them.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Philz Coffee suddenly retreats from Pride flag ban after employee & community outcry - LGBTQ Nation

Philz Coffee CEO reversed a decision to remove Pride flags after backlash from employees and the LGBTQ+ community.
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
1 week ago

San Francisco coffee chain to remove Pride flags from stores to be "more inclusive" - Queerty

Philz Coffee will remove Pride flags from stores, causing discontent among staff and customers who view them as symbols of safety and inclusivity.
#rave-culture
SF music
fromsf.funcheap.com
2 hours ago

Free Punk Show + Art Walk Afterparty (SF)

Punk Majesty hosts an Art Walk closing reception featuring contemporary artists, followed by a live performance by DAMAGE PARTY at Mayes.
#bay-area-dance-week
San Francisco
fromwww.7x7.com
2 hours ago

Bay Area Dance Week Returns With More Than 150 Free Classes, Performances + Gatherings

Bay Area Dance Week showcases diverse dance styles through free events, engaging the community and encouraging participation in dance activities.
SF music
from48 hills
1 day ago

Bay Area Dance Week celebrates leaps and bounds of local scene - 48 hills

Bay Area Dance Week celebrates the region's diverse dance community with free classes and performances, promoting inclusivity and visibility in dance.
San Francisco
fromwww.7x7.com
2 hours ago

Bay Area Dance Week Returns With More Than 150 Free Classes, Performances + Gatherings

Bay Area Dance Week showcases diverse dance styles through free events, engaging the community and encouraging participation in dance activities.
SF music
from48 hills
1 day ago

Bay Area Dance Week celebrates leaps and bounds of local scene - 48 hills

Bay Area Dance Week celebrates the region's diverse dance community with free classes and performances, promoting inclusivity and visibility in dance.
LA Kings
fromQueerty
18 hours ago

WATCH: When 10 drag queens move into a South Florida mansion, the drama gets real - Queerty

Drag competition has evolved from pageants to mainstream media, with a new docuseries reconnecting it to its roots.
Medicine
fromThe Atlantic
7 hours ago

All the World Has Stage Fright

Propranolol is increasingly prescribed for stage fright due to its calming effects, reflecting changes in social interactions influenced by technology.
Books
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
1 day ago

Rogue Theatre's 'Angels in America' finds power in the space between page and stage * Oregon ArtsWatch

Rogue Theater Company presents a staged reading of Angels in America, emphasizing that such readings are a unique artistic invitation rather than a lesser form of theater.
#lgbtq
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 year ago
US politics

Gay bar defends decision to eject Trump supporters despite their cries of "discrimination" - LGBTQ Nation

fromQueerty
20 hours ago
SF LGBT

From Grindr to Sniffies & beyond, here's why your next hookup will look very diffferent on each of the apps - Queerty

LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 hours ago

Pete Buttigieg reassures woman in tears over fear of where anti-trans politics will go - LGBTQ Nation

Pete Buttigieg reassured a woman about fears related to anti-trans policies, emphasizing that most Americans oppose discrimination against the LGBTQ+ community.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 hours ago

These 10 oft-banned LGBTQ+ children's books teach powerful lessons of love, community, & identity - LGBTQ Nation

At least 19 states restrict LGBTQ+ concepts in schools, leading to the banning of children's books that promote queer-inclusive lessons.
NYC politics
fromgaycitynews.com
20 hours ago

LGBTQ representation emerges as key issue in City Council's special election race for District 3

LGBTQ leaders are actively campaigning in New York City's special election for the City Council's Third District, emphasizing representation and community significance.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 year ago

Gay bar defends decision to eject Trump supporters despite their cries of "discrimination" - LGBTQ Nation

A confrontation occurred at Chatterbox bar in Indianapolis between Trump supporters and staff, leading to ejection and social media backlash.
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
20 hours ago

From Grindr to Sniffies & beyond, here's why your next hookup will look very diffferent on each of the apps - Queerty

The Gay Appmosphere™ is evolving with new app features and updates from major platforms like Squirt, Sniffies, and Grindr.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 hours ago

Pete Buttigieg reassures woman in tears over fear of where anti-trans politics will go - LGBTQ Nation

Pete Buttigieg reassured a woman about fears related to anti-trans policies, emphasizing that most Americans oppose discrimination against the LGBTQ+ community.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 hours ago

These 10 oft-banned LGBTQ+ children's books teach powerful lessons of love, community, & identity - LGBTQ Nation

At least 19 states restrict LGBTQ+ concepts in schools, leading to the banning of children's books that promote queer-inclusive lessons.
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 day ago

Inside Paddy's of Park Slope, a classic Irish bar built on community and belonging * Brooklyn Paper

"For LGBTQ+ and women in particular, I think we were kind of never given an opportunity to have a safe space to come to, or know of a safe space where they could say, 'You know what? I'm not feeling safe today. Paddy's is up the street.'"
Brooklyn
SOMA, SF
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Anti-AI activist charged with firebombing home of gay OpenAI CEO Sam Altman - LGBTQ Nation

A suspect was arrested for a firebombing attempt on OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's home, driven by fears of artificial intelligence.
Television
fromQueerty
3 days ago

WATCH: New indie comedy aims to be Sex And The City but gay(er) - Queerty

The new series features a group of friends navigating life, love, and creativity through a podcast format, reminiscent of 'Sex And The City.'
Independent films
fromKqed
4 days ago

What is 'Trans New Weird'? An Emerging Film Genre Screens at YBCA

Both Poison and The People's Joker challenge traditional narrative forms while addressing contemporary social issues through innovative storytelling.
#madonna
fromQueerty
6 days ago
NYC music

Madonna's back to the dance floor, a Heated Rivalry musical laces up & all the best LGBTQ+ releases this week - Queerty

fromQueerty
1 week ago
NYC LGBT

Heated Rivalry lookalikes' hot date, the next Baby Reindeer & all the best LGBTQ+ releases this week - Queerty

NYC music
fromQueerty
6 days ago

Madonna's back to the dance floor, a Heated Rivalry musical laces up & all the best LGBTQ+ releases this week - Queerty

Madonna's Confessions On A Dance Floor: Part II is set to release on July 3, 2026.
SF LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Lesbians are reclaiming Madonna as we await her new album, Confessions on a Dance Floor: Part II | Tiff Bakker

Madonna's Instagram purge sparked excitement for the imminent release of Confessions on a Dance Floor: Part II, highlighting her enduring connection with the LGBTQ+ community.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
1 week ago

Heated Rivalry lookalikes' hot date, the next Baby Reindeer & all the best LGBTQ+ releases this week - Queerty

Rumors about Madonna's biopic revival are linked to Apple TV's comedy The Studio, which incorporates elements of the project into its storyline.
#brooklyn-pride
NYC LGBT
fromBrownstoner
5 hours ago

Brooklyn Pride Celebrates 30 Years of Parades

Brooklyn Pride was established in 1997, initiated by local residents to create a major Pride event in Brooklyn.
Social justice
from48 hills
5 hours 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.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Drag queen: 'I'll be bringing joy on marathon day'

My grandma was my biggest cheerleader to get to do this for her and to raise awareness and to help find a cure is just the most incredible feeling.
London politics
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
fromQueerty
3 years ago

WATCH: Straight guys are asked if they recognize Grindr's notification sound - Queerty

Grindr has a distinctive notification ping that most gay men would probably recognize. But do others realize what it is?
LGBT
SF music
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

Free AAPI Heritage Market: Art + Aerial Show at Yank Sing (SF)

AAPI Heritage Month Day Market at Yank Sing Rincon Center celebrates culture with local artists, vendors, and performances on May 2, 2026.
Education
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week 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.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

A gay bar kicked out a wheelchair user as a "fire risk." Her response forced the bar to make amends. - LGBTQ Nation

Club Tropicana in Manchester apologized to Maddie Haining after discriminating against her as a wheelchair user, violating U.K. disability access laws.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

Advocate newsletter 4/20/26

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

The woman who threw the first-ever gender reveal party is "horrified" by what they have become - LGBTQ Nation

Jenna Karvunidis regrets the dangerous evolution of gender reveal parties she initiated, expressing horror at their extravagant and harmful nature.
#trans-rights
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
1 day ago

Honey Dijon on her proudest career moment: "I get to choose my day as a marginalized trans woman of color" - Queerty

Surviving as a marginalized trans woman of color, Honey Dijon emphasizes authenticity, cultural respect, and financial prudence in her successful music career.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

World's biggest trans flag unfurled: "It stands for our resistance and triumphs" - LGBTQ Nation

A massive trans Pride flag was unfurled in Brisbane, Australia, to honor the Trans Day of Visibility, emphasizing rights for trans and gender diverse individuals.
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
1 day ago

Honey Dijon on her proudest career moment: "I get to choose my day as a marginalized trans woman of color" - Queerty

Surviving as a marginalized trans woman of color, Honey Dijon emphasizes authenticity, cultural respect, and financial prudence in her successful music career.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

World's biggest trans flag unfurled: "It stands for our resistance and triumphs" - LGBTQ Nation

A massive trans Pride flag was unfurled in Brisbane, Australia, to honor the Trans Day of Visibility, emphasizing rights for trans and gender diverse individuals.
Television
fromQueerty
2 weeks ago

The best LGBTQ+ movies & TV shows coming to streaming April 2026 - Queerty

April features numerous queer movies and TV shows premiering across major streaming platforms.
fromQueerty
3 days ago

From Madonna mayhem to OF age gaps, we're having a very gay group chat - Queerty

Madonna's surprise new single has taken the queer community by storm, showcasing her continued relevance and ability to connect with fans through her music.
SF LGBT
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

NYC Pride grand marshal Peppermint says this year's focus must include trans people's humanity

Peppermint will serve as grand marshal for the 2026 NYC Pride March amid rising anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and cultural backlash.
Relationships
fromQueerty
1 month ago

He dropped his pants & I saw something I wasn't prepared for. Now I'm questioning everything. - Queerty

Discovering a partner's Prince Albert piercing can challenge personal comfort levels and affect intimacy.
#lesbian-visibility-week
#lgbtq-rights
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago
NYC LGBT

Time just released its 100 Most Influential People for 2026. LGBTQ+ people appeared throughout. - LGBTQ Nation

fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago
LGBT

They posted images of same-sex couples kissing. Now they face prison time. - LGBTQ Nation

Eleven members of Young LGBTI+ face trial in Turkey for obscenity and violating family protection laws over social media posts of same-sex couples.
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago
LGBT

Meet the gay NFL cheerleader who'll be turning heads at Super Bowl LX - LGBTQ Nation

Uplifting, inclusive stories highlight LGBTQ+ visibility, civil-rights victories, cultural wins, and community resistance across the nation.
NYC LGBT
fromTime Out New York
5 days ago

After a long saga, the Pride flag is finally back at Stonewall

The rainbow flag will permanently return to the Stonewall National Monument after a legal settlement.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

Time just released its 100 Most Influential People for 2026. LGBTQ+ people appeared throughout. - LGBTQ Nation

Shannon Minter, a prominent transgender civil rights attorney, is recognized for his influential work in challenging anti-trans policies.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

They posted images of same-sex couples kissing. Now they face prison time. - LGBTQ Nation

Eleven members of Young LGBTI+ face trial in Turkey for obscenity and violating family protection laws over social media posts of same-sex couples.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

You can't talk the gay away - LGBTQ Nation

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that therapists' speech is protected under the First Amendment, impacting conversion therapy practices.
NYC LGBT
fromgaycitynews.com
4 days ago

Trump administration restores Rainbow Flag at Stonewall but just halfway up

The Rainbow Flag has been reinstalled at Stonewall National Monument alongside the American Flag and NPS Flag after a legal settlement.
fromQueerty
3 days ago

PHOTOS: The gays are taking over Coachella with their thirsty fits - Queerty

This year's Coachella features headliners like Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, and Karol G, alongside LGBTQ-inclusive acts such as CMAT, The xx, and Ethel Cain.
SF LGBT
fromIntelligencer
1 week ago

The Pride Flag Will Again Fly at Stonewall National Monument

The federal government is poised to settle a lawsuit filed by several LGBTQ nonprofit and historic-preservation groups that argued that the National Park Service's removal of the Pride flag in February was in violation of federal law.
NYC LGBT
Arts
from48 hills
1 month ago

Drama Masks: Monsters in our midst, as Black and queer history looms - 48 hills

A Bay Area theatre critic prioritizes honest reviews over free event access, evaluating whether performances justify audience spending while acknowledging indie artists' resource constraints and limited venue availability.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

How becoming a drag queen allowed this trans man to finally be his complete self - LGBTQ Nation

Juniper Brown's journey through gender dysphoria led him to embrace his identity as a drag queen, overcoming childhood anxiety and adversity.
NYC LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 week ago

Queer Joy Unleashed: Sistory From the Archives at the SF LGBT Center - San Francisco Bay Times

Queer Joy Unleashed: Sistory From the Archives was a vibrant pop-up exhibition and party celebrating queer culture at the SF LGBT Center.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Dominique Jackson to serve as NYC Pride grand marshal for a second time | amNewYork

Dominique Jackson will serve as a grand marshal at the NYC Pride March for the second time, having previously participated in 2019.
Venture
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 month ago

The Brio Pride Portfolio - San Francisco Bay Times

Money is never neutral; it always supports and endorses companies, making values-aligned investing through separately managed accounts essential for intentional wealth deployment.
SF LGBT
fromMission Local
3 weeks ago

Meet the people driving trans visibility in San Francisco

The International Transgender Day of Visibility celebrates trans contributions, with activists like Cal Calamia advocating for non-binary inclusion in sports.
NYC LGBT
fromAol
2 weeks ago

Cunning Stunt Takes Manhattan: Introducing Club Cumming's Breakout Drag King

Club Cumming is a unique, inclusive space for drag kings, fostering a family-like environment and visibility for the art form in Manhattan.
fromFuncheap
3 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
NYC LGBT
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Indelible' voices: How the NYC trans community is fighting erasure from a Lower East Side stage | amNewYork

Indelible is a forum for trans people to share their stories and foster understanding.
LGBT
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Drag Can Save a Life in New York City-if People Show Up

Black and trans drag performers create daring nightlife art while facing severe economic insecurity, relying on crowdfunding and mutual aid despite hopes for policy change.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

The world's oldest active drag king has shaped the art form for decades. She's not slowing down. - LGBTQ Nation

El Daña, at 80 years old, is certified by Guinness World Records as the world's oldest performing drag king, with a career spanning from 1965 to present, including activism through the Imperial Court System.
LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'LGBTQ+ museum lets community tell their stories'

Queer Britain preserves and showcases UK LGBTQ+ history, honoring trailblazers, memorializing HIV/AIDS victims, and celebrating diverse community cultures.
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

"Totally heartbreaking": Major Pride organization abruptly announces closure - LGBTQ Nation

We recognize the deep importance Tucson Pride has held in our community since 1977, serving as a space of visibility, advocacy, celebration, and resilience for nearly five decades. We are profoundly grateful to every volunteer, sponsor, artist, activist, and community member who has supported Tucson Pride throughout its history.
LGBT
LGBT
fromPUNCH
2 months ago

Could Sports Revive the Lesbian Bar Scene?

Lesbian bars rebounded from a steep decline through queer-coded spaces, women's-sports bars, community events, and pop-up strategies that proved local demand.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 year ago

A Trumper harassed & shouted slurs at a trans "Drag Race" queen. She got the last laugh. - LGBTQ Nation

Jasmine Kennedie, a trans contestant from RuPaul's Drag Race Season 14, experienced verbal harassment and was followed by a man on public transit in New York City who used slurs and made political statements targeting her identity.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

These trans collectives are fighting hate with a lot of laughter & a little lube wrestling - LGBTQ Nation

Transmasc collectives in Tampa Bay create joyful, mutual-aid events like Lubor Day to build connection and resilience for trans Floridians amid legislative hostility.
LGBT
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

In Defense of Effeminate Gay Boys

Gender nonconformity in boys is a natural male variation, not an indicator of being female, and conflating the two undermines acceptance of diverse expressions of masculinity.
SF LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 month ago

Pride in Panels - SF Queer Arts Festival - San Francisco Bay Times

Over 2000 participants attended the SF Queer Comics Festival's biennial celebration featuring LGBTQIA+ comic creators, artists, workshops, and panel discussions across multiple library venues.
SF LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

She was a bitch in the best possible way': the life and mysterious death of drag queen Heklina

Heklina was a legendary, raunchy, abrasive San Francisco drag performer and promoter who created Trannyshack and mentored future stars.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Man pens heart-wrenching confession of love to another man after being moved by "Heated Rivalry" - LGBTQ Nation

A man confessed on Irish radio that he still loves a former male partner from 30 years ago after being inspired by the film Heated Rivalry, which depicted a similar closeted relationship.
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