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2 days ago
Left-wing politics

Nancy Mace defended genocide threats by bringing up trans people. Sarah McBride shot her words down. - LGBTQ Nation

LGBT
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20 hours ago

New report shows affirming adults are critical to the success of LGBTQ+ students - LGBTQ Nation

LGBTQ+ students face challenges but find community support, with positive outcomes linked to inclusive policies and supportive educators.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

Trans sorority sister forced to flee state after lawyers targeted her. Now she's fighting back. - LGBTQ Nation

Artemis Langford sued lawyers for sorority sisters over publicizing personal information and settled with one lawyer while the other faces trial.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

This trans megachurch pastor survived 15 years of conversion therapy. She's now running for office. - LGBTQ Nation

Joanna Whaley transitioned from evangelical pastor to Democratic candidate, facing challenges in her past relationships and advocating for queer rights.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
7 months ago

Teacher dies by suicide on the first day of school after years of anti-lesbian harassment - LGBTQ Nation

A lesbian teacher died by suicide after enduring years of homophobic harassment in France.
Left-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Nancy Mace defended genocide threats by bringing up trans people. Sarah McBride shot her words down. - LGBTQ Nation

Rep. Sarah McBride condemned anti-trans rhetoric equating trans identity with threats of genocide made by Donald Trump regarding Iran.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
20 hours ago

New report shows affirming adults are critical to the success of LGBTQ+ students - LGBTQ Nation

LGBTQ+ students face challenges but find community support, with positive outcomes linked to inclusive policies and supportive educators.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 days 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
4 days ago

Trans sorority sister forced to flee state after lawyers targeted her. Now she's fighting back. - LGBTQ Nation

Artemis Langford sued lawyers for sorority sisters over publicizing personal information and settled with one lawyer while the other faces trial.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

This trans megachurch pastor survived 15 years of conversion therapy. She's now running for office. - LGBTQ Nation

Joanna Whaley transitioned from evangelical pastor to Democratic candidate, facing challenges in her past relationships and advocating for queer rights.
#eric-swalwell
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Swalwell Rape Accuser Speaks Out on CNN in Harrowing Interview: I Was Pushing Him Off Of Me Saying No'

Multiple women have accused Rep. Eric Swalwell of sexual misconduct, including a former staffer who alleges rape while she was intoxicated.
US politics
fromJezebel
18 hours ago

Women Accuse Rep. Eric Swalwell of Sexual Misconduct, Including Rape and Unsolicited Snapchat Dick Pics

Four women have accused Rep. Eric Swalwell of sexual misconduct, including rape and unsolicited explicit messages, spanning incidents from 2019 to 2025.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Swalwell Rape Accuser Speaks Out on CNN in Harrowing Interview: I Was Pushing Him Off Of Me Saying No'

Multiple women have accused Rep. Eric Swalwell of sexual misconduct, including a former staffer who alleges rape while she was intoxicated.
US politics
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18 hours ago

Women Accuse Rep. Eric Swalwell of Sexual Misconduct, Including Rape and Unsolicited Snapchat Dick Pics

Four women have accused Rep. Eric Swalwell of sexual misconduct, including rape and unsolicited explicit messages, spanning incidents from 2019 to 2025.
#violence-against-women
Women in technology
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Violence Against Women and Girls Is a Multifaceted Problem

Violence against women and girls is influenced by intersecting factors like racism and ableism, creating unequal risks and barriers to justice.
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

An 'epidemic' of violence: The women and girls killed by men last year

BBC tracking of 2025 UK cases found 100 incidents of women or girls killed by men or boys, with 90 males charged, 24 convicted of murder, and 6 of manslaughter.
Women in technology
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Violence Against Women and Girls Is a Multifaceted Problem

Violence against women and girls is influenced by intersecting factors like racism and ableism, creating unequal risks and barriers to justice.
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

An 'epidemic' of violence: The women and girls killed by men last year

BBC tracking of 2025 UK cases found 100 incidents of women or girls killed by men or boys, with 90 males charged, 24 convicted of murder, and 6 of manslaughter.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
4 hours ago

There's a generation of people who were taught to apologize for their needs so effectively that as adults they experience wanting something as a form of aggression against whoever might have to provide it - Silicon Canals

Many adults associate expressing needs with guilt, viewing requests as impositions rather than natural interactions.
Online Community Development
fromTruthout
1 hour ago

What Do Authoritarians Fear Most? People Who Stick Up for Each Other.

Solidarity among communities is essential for resilience against economic and social pressures exacerbated by conflict and local challenges.
#domestic-abuse
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
23 hours ago

Kimberly's story: the tragedy that changed British legal history

Domestic abuse victims are increasingly likely to die by suicide rather than be killed by their partners, with few abusers held accountable.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Domestic abuser jailed for killing wife who took her own life after campaign of abuse

Lee Milne was sentenced to eight years for culpable homicide after his wife Kimberly Bruce died following prolonged domestic abuse.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
23 hours ago

Kimberly's story: the tragedy that changed British legal history

Domestic abuse victims are increasingly likely to die by suicide rather than be killed by their partners, with few abusers held accountable.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Domestic abuser jailed for killing wife who took her own life after campaign of abuse

Lee Milne was sentenced to eight years for culpable homicide after his wife Kimberly Bruce died following prolonged domestic abuse.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

My girlfriend attacked me with scissors and carved her name into my ribs'

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and domestic abuse, advocating for accessible journalism and legislative changes for young victims.
Education
fromPsychology Today
23 hours ago

Using Human Kindness as a Shield Against School Violence

Billions are wasted on ineffective security measures for schools instead of investing in mental health resources and social support systems.
#transgender-rights
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1 day ago
Social justice

Trans woman sues homeless shelter over alleged "threatening" harassment that made her ill - LGBTQ Nation

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3 days ago
SF LGBT

Trans good Samaritan tried to help a drunk guy at a bar. Then his friend violently attacked her. - LGBTQ Nation

Social justice
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1 day ago

Trans woman sues homeless shelter over alleged "threatening" harassment that made her ill - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender staffer is suing a Michigan homeless shelter for $25,000, alleging harassment and discrimination by colleagues and management's negligence.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Trans good Samaritan tried to help a drunk guy at a bar. Then his friend violently attacked her. - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender woman was assaulted outside an LGBTQ+ bar in Bellingham, Washington, after trying to help an intoxicated man.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
10 months ago

Trans man uses women's restroom to follow the law. Police detained him for it anyway. - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender man was assaulted and charged for using a women's restroom despite having an 'F' gender marker on his ID.
Careers
fromFast Company
1 day ago

This invisible career ceiling is holding women back

Chronic illness significantly impacts women's career potential, with many making difficult decisions to accommodate their autoimmune diseases.
fromApaonline
3 days ago

On the Insufficiency of Current Gender Equality Policies in Academia and the Necessity of a Cultural Shift

In 2021, women held only 28% of professorships in higher education and research institutions, even though they comprised 48% of PhD students, according to data gathered from a sample of 900 EU and non-EU institutions.
Philosophy
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

The Impact of Social Expectations on Men's Depression

Depression in men often manifests as disconnection and shame, influenced by internalized masculinity ideals, and can be addressed through therapy.
#sexual-violence
Writing
fromJezebel
2 days ago

The Culture Men Protect With Their Silence

A girl was raped in a hotel while men watched, leading to her trauma and self-doubt, with no charges filed against the perpetrators.
Writing
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2 days ago

The Culture Men Protect With Their Silence

A girl was raped in a hotel while men watched, leading to her trauma and self-doubt, with no charges filed against the perpetrators.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

What De Zerbi's comments about Mason Greenwood tell us about male violence | Chris Paouros

Roberto De Zerbi apologized for past comments about Mason Greenwood, emphasizing the need for accountability regarding male violence against women.
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2 days ago

The sheila is returning to Australian culture, riding on a new wave of bogan feminism' | Maria Lewis

The request is made in her signature Aussie drawl, something that musicians attempting to break into the international market would attempt to disguise in decades previous. Yet for the Amyl and the Sniffers frontwoman, everything from her peroxide mullet to proudly bogan background has become an important hallmark.
London music
Relationships
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2 days ago

People Who Convinced Their Partners To Open Their Relationships Share How It REALLY Went For Them

Open relationships can be a solution for couples facing emotional challenges, allowing sexual freedom while maintaining a primary partnership.
US news
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2 days ago

Women are getting most of the new jobs. What's going on with men?

Men need support in the job market as women dominate new job growth, particularly in health care.
Mindfulness
fromBig Think
4 days ago

The "rawdogging" trend: A new term for an ancient practice

Rawdogging refers to engaging in introspection without distractions, particularly during flights, highlighting our struggle with downtime.
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

The Degendering of English

The most obvious example is the adoption of the singular 'they' to replace clunky constructions like 'he or she' and 'he/she.' Language purists argue that this is ungrammatical, even though 'they' has been employed in just this way by authors as diverse as Chaucer, Shakespeare, Austen, Dickinson, and Shaw.
Typography
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

#MeToo movement brings wave of harassment claims across Colombia

Juanita Gomez and other journalists are sharing experiences of sexual harassment, leading to significant repercussions in Colombian media.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Melissa Gilbert denies being naive' or complicit' in standing by Timothy Busfield despite sexual abuse claims

I know this man in my bones. No one knows him better than I do. I am 100% confident he will be exonerated while preparing for all possible outcomes.
Television
#tradwife
Women in technology
fromFuturism
1 day ago

Psychologists Found Something Horrible About the Kind of Men Seeking Trad Wives

The tradwife movement's appeal to men is linked to hostile sexism and heightened religiosity, challenging initial assumptions about traditional values.
Women in technology
fromJezebel
1 week ago

Turns Out That Guys Who Want Tradwives Aren't Fans of Women

The #TradWife movement attracts men with hostile sexism, revealing a troubling dynamic of resentment towards women.
Women in technology
fromFuturism
1 day ago

Psychologists Found Something Horrible About the Kind of Men Seeking Trad Wives

The tradwife movement's appeal to men is linked to hostile sexism and heightened religiosity, challenging initial assumptions about traditional values.
Women in technology
fromJezebel
1 week ago

Turns Out That Guys Who Want Tradwives Aren't Fans of Women

The #TradWife movement attracts men with hostile sexism, revealing a troubling dynamic of resentment towards women.
London politics
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2 days ago

Woman told sister she was 'planning to kill her'

Nancy Pexton is accused of murdering her sister Jennifer Abbott Dauward, with evidence of prior threats and jealousy between them.
Education
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day 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.
Women
fromOpen Culture
3 days ago

9 Things a Woman Couldn't Do in 1971

Women in the U.S. have historically faced significant legal barriers, including credit access, pregnancy discrimination, and jury service.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

Transgender Latina beaten outside Washington LGBTQ+ bar after helping man recalls attack

A transgender woman was assaulted outside a bar while helping an intoxicated person, leading to felony charges due to hate crime implications.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

There's an Unfortunate Pattern to the Women I Sleep With. I'm Becoming "That Guy."

Insecurity about dating younger women can stem from societal judgment and personal feelings of inadequacy.
Philosophy
fromBig Think
3 days ago

The important role of ignorance in building a better society

Total freedom without laws leads to chaos; social contracts are essential for order and security in society.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

Not everyone who stays silent during an argument is shutting you out. Some of them grew up in houses where raised voices preceded things that couldn't be taken back, and their silence isn't withdrawal. It's the sound of someone trying very hard not to become a person they promised themselves they'd never be. - Silicon Canals

Silence after an argument can signify deeper emotional struggles rather than mere avoidance or rejection.
#melania-trump
US politics
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1 day ago

Epstein Survivor Accuses Melania Trump of Victim-Blaming With Surprise Address: Puts All of Us on Our Heels'

Melania Trump's remarks on Epstein have been criticized for victim-blaming and shifting the burden onto survivors.
US politics
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1 day ago

Epstein survivors have mixed feelings on Melania Trump's call for hearing in Congress

Melania Trump denied ties to Jeffrey Epstein and called for a congressional hearing for survivors of his abuse.
US politics
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2 days ago

Melania Trump Urges Congress to Let Epstein Victims Testify

Melania Trump calls for Congress to allow Jeffrey Epstein's victims to testify publicly under oath to uncover the truth.
US politics
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1 day ago

Epstein Survivor Accuses Melania Trump of Victim-Blaming With Surprise Address: Puts All of Us on Our Heels'

Melania Trump's remarks on Epstein have been criticized for victim-blaming and shifting the burden onto survivors.
US politics
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1 day ago

Epstein survivors have mixed feelings on Melania Trump's call for hearing in Congress

Melania Trump denied ties to Jeffrey Epstein and called for a congressional hearing for survivors of his abuse.
US politics
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2 days ago

Melania Trump Urges Congress to Let Epstein Victims Testify

Melania Trump calls for Congress to allow Jeffrey Epstein's victims to testify publicly under oath to uncover the truth.
Women
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Trans champion releases heartbreaking video after darts bans trans women from competing - LGBTQ Nation

The Darts Regulatory Authority has banned trans women from competing in women's events, impacting champion Noa-Lynn van Leuven's ability to participate.
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

Psychology suggests that men who were told "man up" as boys don't just suppress their emotions - they develop a pattern of harmful avoidance and it's misread as strength - Silicon Canals

Emotional suppression in men leads to serious health risks and relationship issues, as societal norms discourage vulnerability and expression of feelings.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Police record nearly fiftyfold rise in stalking offences in England and Wales in past decade

Stalking offences in England and Wales have surged due to increased recognition and technology, with over 135,000 recorded last year.
Social justice
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

The Psychology of Sex Trafficking

Sex trafficking is a severe human rights violation, often misunderstood, with survivors criminalized instead of protected and rooted in societal norms.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Op-ed | The Gender-Motivated Violence Act at 26: How New York City finally closed the institutional accountability gap | amNewYork

The Morrison decision left a void for survivors of gender-based violence, as it invalidated the federal Violence Against Women Act's civil remedy provision, eliminating federal civil remedies.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Classmates subjected a young teen to "relentless" homophobic bullying. Then tragedy struck. - LGBTQ Nation

Leyton's mother stated, 'None of the boys in that school accepted him. They told him they would never accept him for the way he spoke. He was a sassy speaker, more feminine - not the 'hard boy' type. This wasn't going on for just a little while.'
LGBT
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Asylum seeker who filmed an alleged rape accused of telling a pack of lies'

An asylum seeker filmed an alleged rape, claiming he tried to stop it, but faces accusations of lying in court.
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

The person in your life who never complains and handles everything isn't at peace - they learned so early that expressing a need cost them something that they stopped expressing needs entirely - Silicon Canals

Being perceived as 'low maintenance' can lead to neglecting personal needs and emotional struggles.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Something you only see in films': Czech case yet another example of sexual abuse crisis

A former coach was arrested for secretly filming players and possessing child sexual abuse content, highlighting systemic issues in reporting such cases.
#domestic-violence
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2 weeks ago
SF politics

Domestic Violence Survivor Advocates Push S.F. to Fund Legal Counsel Voters Approved | KQED

SF politics
fromKqed
2 weeks ago

Domestic Violence Survivor Advocates Push S.F. to Fund Legal Counsel Voters Approved | KQED

Survivors of domestic violence in San Francisco face legal challenges and insufficient support despite the establishment of a new office for victim rights.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
6 days ago

I Have the Holy Trinity of Sex Problems. I Know What Would Solve Them, but I'm Too Scared to Try.

Exploring sexual orientation can involve complex feelings and societal pressures, especially regarding bisexuality and the fear of judgment.
NYC LGBT
fromCbsnews
2 weeks ago

Exclusive look at new NYPD unit tackling gender-based violence

NYPD is revolutionizing its approach to domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, and human trafficking under Assistant Commissioner Kathleen Baer.
Relationships
fromHuffPost
6 days ago

Are You A Victim Of 'Weaponized Empathy'? Here's How To Spot The Toxic Behavior.

Weaponized empathy manipulates compassion to influence behavior, often violating personal boundaries and enabling harmful dynamics.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

Before You Share Your Body, Ask: Do They Know You?

Physical intimacy often occurs before emotional intimacy, highlighting a paradox in relationships where vulnerability is avoided despite physical closeness.
#trans-rights
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days 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
5 days 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.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Killed by the same abuser: Families demand answers

Family of missing woman Fiona Holm faced police inaction despite concerns about her boyfriend's behavior and previous violence.
LGBT
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Conversion Therapy Is Still Happening. Now, It's Protected.

The Supreme Court's ruling jeopardizes conversion therapy bans in over 20 states, impacting LGBTQ communities and licensed therapists' rights.
Relationships
fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago

Women Are Sharing The Moment They Realized Their Partner Didn't See Them As An Equal

Imbalances in relationships often manifest in subtle ways, affecting women's self-worth and equality.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

Attacks on abortion and gender-affirming care are inextricably linked

Abortion care and gender-affirming care restrictions share similar tactics and target vulnerable young populations facing significant barriers to access.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
8 months ago

MAGA host says modern dating is hard because women are "infected with the Jezebel spirit" - LGBTQ Nation

Charlie Kirk claims modern dating is difficult due to women being 'infected with the Jezebel spirit' and not adhering to traditional roles.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 week 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.
#sexual-assault
Women in technology
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Why supporting a shelter for women is now 'kind of radioactive'

U.S. foreign aid cuts have forced closure of women's shelters in Honduras, leaving abuse survivors without sanctuary or basic resources like food.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Sexual Abuse in Families: Be Brave and Address the Harm

Sexual abuse is never the victim's fault; parents can and must address intrafamilial sexual abuse to break cycles of generational trauma and prevent further harm.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Op-Ed | #MeToo is not over | amNewYork

New York City extended the Gender Motivated Violence Act, allowing survivors to sue perpetrators and enablers for past gender-motivated violence through March 1, 2025.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Why Victims of Sex Crimes Are Often Blamed

Victim-blaming stems from just-world bias and desire to protect perpetrators' images, causing silencing, stigma, and distress; compassionate listening reduces blame.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Sexual Abuse in Intimate Relationships: Beyond Coercion

Intimate partner sexual abuse commonly uses coercion, entitlement, painful acts, humiliation, and strangulation, eroding victims' safety, self-worth, and well-being.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

26 Social Burdens Women Shoulder That Are Completely Exhausting

Putting on makeup. Like, we're supposed to disguise ourselves; otherwise, people think we didn't take this outing seriously, didn't care enough, or didn't act professionally. In some ways, beauty standards are social obligations. Keeping up with nails, clothes, hair, etc., that's almost an expectation in some relationships.
Women
#coercive-control
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Understanding and Preventing Image-Based Sexual Abuse

Image-based sexual abuse is sexual violence causing enduring social, psychological, and economic harm, requiring changes in consent norms, empathy, and accountability for prevention.
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