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Census Bureau soon will ask about sexual and gender identity

The U.S. Census Bureau is considering including questions about sexual orientation and gender identity in upcoming surveys, aiming for better recognition and allocation of resources for the LGBTQ+ community. [ more ]
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1 week ago
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Your full guide to every major UK Pride event this year - including who's performing

Diverse UK Pride events featuring a variety of headlining acts and celebrations are set to take place throughout the spring and summer months. [ more ]
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1 week ago
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Group Of Gay Footballers 'set Date To Reveal Identities Imminently With Couples In Hiding' - Towleroad Gay News

Professional footballers in Germany planning to come out collectively as gay on May 17 to support LGBTQ+ community. [ more ]
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Harvard Business Review
2 days ago
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Why Companies Must Recommit to the Fight for LGBTQ+ Rights

LGBTQ+ rights progress is not guaranteed and needs continuous support from global companies. [ more ]
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3 days ago
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05/05/24

Jane Rigby, a lesbian astrophysicist, was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Sherry Cola advocates for LGBTQ+ rights through empowering campaigns, ensuring recognition of queer youth. [ more ]
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1 week ago
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Dating app scams see 'significant surge' in Nigeria

Dating apps scams targeting LGBTQ+ individuals are increasing in Nigeria, instigated by criminal groups known as kito to exploit sexual identities for blackmail. [ more ]
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4 days ago
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Attend The Annual Brighton Beach Pride March on May 19

Brighton Beach Pride's eighth annual celebration embraces solidarity and activism for LGBTQ+ rights and against injustices. [ more ]
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2 weeks ago
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1980s lesbians show fierce defiance and fashion in archive footage

Lesbian Visibility Week celebrates LGBTQ+ women and non-binary individuals, highlighting solidarity and historical perspectives. [ more ]
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1 week ago
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LGBTQ+ youth are not okay as politics takes its toll on mental health in 2024

LGBTQ+ youth are facing mental health challenges due to anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and a lack of access to mental healthcare. [ more ]
LGBTQ Nation
2 days ago
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LGBTQ+ Chicagoans outraged as city imposes new limits on this year's Pride parade

Chicago officials are further reducing the scale of this year's Pride Parade, angering the LGBTQ+ community. [ more ]
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1 week ago
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Jubilation and tears as United Methodist Church lifts 40-year ban on LGBTQ+ clergy

LGBTQ+ clergy now welcome in the UMC after 40-year ban lifted. [ more ]
LGBTQ Nation
1 week ago
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Are House Republicans targeting LGBTQ+ community projects with new funding ban?

Republicans are limiting federal funding for community projects by nonprofits, sparking allegations of keeping funds away from LGBTQ+ programs. [ more ]
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1 week ago
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Go to the Crown Heights LGBTQ, Older Adults Prom May 15

Celebrating LGBTQ+ older adults by hosting a special prom event, recognizing their contributions and providing a space for joy and belonging. [ more ]
LGBTQ Nation
19 hours ago
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31 amazing AAPI LGBTQ+ pioneers you should know

LGBTQ+ AAPI individuals have played crucial roles in challenging societal norms and paving the way for acceptance. [ more ]
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Advocate.com
1 week ago
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Anti-LGBTQ+ laws lead to 'public health crisis' with higher suicide rates among queer youth

Anti-LGBTQ+ laws negatively impact queer youth in the U.S. [ more ]
Queerty
1 week ago
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New study on queer youth mental health & suicide rates show there's still a lot of work to do

Despite progress, LGBTQ+ youth still face mental health challenges, lack support, and grapple with political impact. [ more ]
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1 week ago
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Crucial new report shows how anti-LGBTQ+ politics are harming LGBTQ+ youth

Anti-LGBTQ+ policies and political narratives are significantly impacting the mental health and wellbeing of queer youngsters in the US. [ more ]
LGBTQ Nation
1 week ago
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LGBTQ+ youth are in crisis. But they're also strong, hopeful & know who they are.

The Trevor Project's survey highlights the impact of anti-LGBTQ+ victimization on the mental health of LGBTQ+ youth.
The survey includes new insights from respondents sharing challenges, advice, and encouragement for other LGBTQ+ young people. [ more ]
Gay City News
18 hours ago
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Community Board 5 member ousted over anti-trans resolution: source

Public officials like Borough Presidents have the power to appoint individuals to local community boards based on their values and actions. [ more ]
LGBTQ Nation
1 week ago
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Biden administration reinstates health care protections for LGBTQ+ people in "giant step forward"

The Biden administration reinstated health care protections for LGBTQ+ individuals previously removed by Trump, ensuring non-discrimination under the Affordable Care Act. [ more ]
LGBTQ Nation
6 days ago
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LGBTQ+ foster kids just got some help from the Biden administration

Biden administration implements rule to protect LGBTQ+ youth in foster care with designated placements and anti-harassment measures. [ more ]
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2 days ago
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Where to Celebrate Pride in the US This June

Summer is a time for celebrating Pride across the US with various events and parades. [ more ]
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2 days ago
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Rainbow Book Fair draws full house at LGBT Center

The Rainbow Book Fair in New York City is the largest LGBTQ book event globally. [ more ]
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LGBTQ Nation
1 week ago
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Texas sues Biden administration for right to discriminate against LGBTQ+ students

Texas AG Ken Paxton sued DOE over LGBTQ+ Title IX guidelines. [ more ]
LGBTQ Nation
1 week ago
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Russian poetry competition bans transgender applicants

Transgender people banned from Russian poetry competition. [ more ]
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LGBTQ Nation
1 day ago
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Log Cabin Republicans: The intersection of LGBTQ+ advocacy and conservatism

The Log Cabin Republicans have shifted towards endorsing anti-LGBTQ+ candidates and policies despite claiming to represent LGBT conservatives and allies. [ more ]
San Francisco Bay Times
3 hours ago
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Golden Gate Business Association Marks 50 Years as Pioneer LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce - San Francisco Bay Times

The GGBA, a pioneer LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce, celebrates 50 years of advocacy and empowerment, showcasing its impact on fostering diversity and inclusion in business. [ more ]
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1 week ago
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LGBTQ+ stars are the moment in the nominations for the 2024 Tony Awards

LGBTQ+ theatre stars shine in 2024 Tony Award nominations. [ more ]
Advocate.com
1 week ago
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Too many LGBTQ+ TV characters disappeared this year because their series was canceled: report

The presence of LGBTQ+ characters on TV is decreasing, with many disappearing due to show cancellations or endings. [ more ]
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1 week ago
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Famously straight Glee star Darren Criss says he is 'culturally queer'

Darren Criss identifies as 'culturally queer' due to his upbringing and affinity with LGBTQ+ community. [ more ]
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3 days ago
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Eurovision's Silvester Belt on becoming Lithuania's first LGBTQ+ entrant

Silvester Belt is the first LGBTQ+ artist representing Lithuania at Eurovision, highlighting the lack of LGBTQ+ representation in the country's music industry. [ more ]
Queerty
18 hours ago
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Dannii Minogue recalls playing at gay clubs in the '90s when "nobody else would do it"

Dannii Minogue explains challenging experiences for queer artists in the '90s music industry. [ more ]
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1 week ago
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5 lesbians using their platforms to change the world for the better

The importance of celebrating Lesbian Visibility Week to uplift LGBTQ+ women and non-binary individuals and promote solidarity within the community. [ more ]
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43 minutes ago
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Census Bureau soon will ask about sexual and gender identity

The U.S. Census Bureau wants to ask American residents about their sexual orientation and gender identity, a move seen by activists as a long-overdue form of formal recognition that happens to be coming during a time of mixed acceptance and hostility.
LGBTQ Nation
1 week ago
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Anti-LGBTQ+ Kenyans can no longer encourage others to kill queer people

Kenyan anti-LGBTQ activists are now prohibited from calling for the murder of the country's LGBTQ+ community, the country's High Court ruled in an order.
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1 week ago
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Anti-LGBTQ+ Policies Have an Alarming Effect on Youth Mental Health, Survey Finds

Nearly 40% of LGBTQ+ youth have seriously considered attempting suicide in the last year, according to a survey by the Trevor Project, a national suicide prevention organization that operates a hotline and collects data on the mental health of queer youth.
LGBTQ Nation
1 week ago
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GOP governor signs law allowing anti-LGBTQ+ foster parents to take in LGBTQ+ youth

Anti-LGBTQ+ foster/adoptive parents can take LGBTQ+ youth without considering child's wishes. [ more ]
Gay City News
5 days ago
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Seven grand marshals announced for NYC Pride 2024

Seven grand marshals will stand in the spotlight on Pride Sunday in New York City this year.
LGBTQ Nation
2 days ago
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The Palestinian activists fighting for LGBTQ+ rights against a neverending backdrop of war

Despite the massive backlash that follows her work, Rauda Morcos has never hesitated to advocate for LGBTQ+ Palestinians.
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1 week ago
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Iraq passes sweeping new law making it illegal to be queer - or an LGBTQ+ ally

Iraq passed a harsh anti-LGBTQ+ law, criminalizing same-sex relationships and trans identities with severe penalties. [ more ]
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1 week ago
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Remembering the lesbians who stormed the BBC in protest at Section 28

Section 28, an anti-gay legislation in the UK, spurred significant protests, including a group of lesbians storming a BBC TV news studio in 1988. [ more ]
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LGBTQ Nation
5 days ago
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Fox News is mad at the kids today again. What did it say they're doing now?

Test your LGBTQ+ news knowledge with a weekly quiz from LGBTQ Nation. [ more ]
LGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago
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Why did Ron DeSantis backtrack on his book-ban law?

Test your LGBTQ+ news knowledge with a weekly quiz. [ more ]
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LGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago
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The queer community has long struggled with bisexual inclusivity. It's even worse for bi elders.

Overcoming fear and granting oneself permission to embrace fluidity is crucial for individuals to come out and live authentically. [ more ]
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2 weeks ago
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Liz Truss says she 'probably shouldn't' have called herself an LGBTQ ally

Liz Truss admits to falsely claiming LGBTQ+ allyship to oppose gender self-ID [ more ]
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2 weeks ago
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Several professional footballers plan to come out in a few weeks, report says

Professional footballers planning to come out as gay on 17 May.
International Day Against Homophobia used as a symbolic date for the coming out plan. [ more ]
LGBTQ Nation
1 month ago
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LGBTQ+ Africans fled to a UN refugee camp to escape brutal persecution. It followed them there.

Isaac Smith is part of a group of queer individuals seeking safety in South Sudan.
Homophobic violence and discrimination have pushed Smith and others to flee their home countries. [ more ]
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LGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago
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Dominica's High Court ends the country's ban on being gay in historic ruling

The High Court of Dominica has overturned a colonial-era law banning same-sex relations, citing a violation of constitutional rights. [ more ]
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2 weeks ago
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There are only six out, gay pro footballers in the world: here are their stories

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.But that may soon change.
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2 weeks ago
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UK minister claims Rwanda is safe for gay migrants - these queer groups disagree

Rwanda is considered a 'progressive' country for LGBTQ+ migrants despite warnings from queer charities. [ more ]
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2 weeks ago
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Chrishell Stause feels 'embraced' by the LGBTQ+ community after coming out

Chrishell Stause embraced by LGBTQ+ community after coming out, advocates against transphobia, finds confidence in relationship with G Flip. [ more ]
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2 weeks ago
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Spice Girls' Mel B 'fell in love with a woman' in five-year relationship

Mel B refuses to label her sexuality despite being in a relationship with a woman for five years, emphasizing that she is very open and supportive of the LGBTQ+ community. [ more ]
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2 weeks ago
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Dominican High Court overturns law criminalising same-sex relations

Dominica's High Court overturned the ban on consensual same-sex activity, citing unconstitutionality. [ more ]
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2 weeks ago
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Forced outing leads to high depression rates among LGBTQ+ youth, yet legislation persists

Forced outing of LGBTQ+ individuals, especially youth, leads to mental health issues and lack of support, emphasizing the need for awareness and education on gender identity and sexuality. [ more ]
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2 weeks ago
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K-pop band Ateez hit with vile homophobic comments after Dodgers game appearance

The members of Ateez, a South Korean boy band, have recently been inundated with racist and homophobic comments on Instagram.
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2 weeks ago
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LGBTQ+ couples at greater risk from climate change impact, study finds

LGBTQ+ couples are more vulnerable to climate change due to living in areas with poorer infrastructure. [ more ]
LGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago
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Melania Trump inexplicably hosts LGBTQ+ Republican event despite total absence from campaign trail

Melania Trump hosts fundraiser for Log Cabin Republicans, emphasizes unity and individual freedom. [ more ]
LGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago
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Outraged Marjorie Taylor Greene shares pictures with hate activists in unhinged Biden rant

DOE unveils new rules for LGBTQ+ student protection under Title IX. [ more ]
Queerty
2 weeks ago
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Cheyenne Jackson goes Gaga, a fireman's full gear & the OG hip hop queen

Explore LGBTQ+ entertainment from the 1990s queer club scene to Gay TikTok through diverse content creators and personalities. [ more ]
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2 weeks ago
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Tory MP slams LGBTQ+ school schemes saying it's 'disturbing' to ask kids if they're gay

Claiming it is disturbing to ask children about their sexual orientation in LGBTQ+ inclusivity schemes. [ more ]
Towleroad Gay News
2 weeks ago
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Travel Warning Issued For LGBTQ+ Tourists In Greece. Where In Europe Is Safest For Queer People? - Towleroad Gay News

Published by Euronews (English)
When same-sex marriage was legalised in Greece back in February, LGBTQ+ campaigners celebrated.
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Queerty
2 weeks ago
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Gays come to the shocking realization that we all spend our nights out doing this same thing...

Gay nightlife often involves looking for friends like 'Ryan' amidst the chaos of clubs and parties. [ more ]
Gay City News
4 weeks ago
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NPS allocates $25k to highlight Hotel Chelsea's LGBTQ legacy on Register of Historic Places

The federal government is providing a $25,000 grant to the NYC LGBT Historic Sites Project to highlight Hotel Chelsea's LGBTQ history.
The NYC LGBT Historic Sites Project aims to amend the National Register of Historic Places designation of Hotel Chelsea to include its LGBTQ history. [ more ]
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1 month ago
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The messy gay chaos of King James VI's father's life would put any twink to shame

The British royal family has a history of LGBTQ+ members.
Lord Darnley of Scotland may have been gay, bisexual, or queer. [ more ]
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LGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago
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LGBTQ+ issues aren't the top concern for queer voters. They still support Joe Biden.

LGBTQ+ adults overwhelmingly favor Democrats but prioritize non-LGBTQ+ issues in elections. [ more ]
LGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago
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Elliot Page, Colman Domingo & Greg Abbott all just got the same major honor

LGBTQ+ individuals and their allies are recognized in Time magazine's Most Influential People of 2024 list. [ more ]
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2 weeks ago
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Jeremy Corbyn denounces 'horrors' of anti-trans discrimination

Jeremy Corbyn emphasizes the importance of supporting transgender rights and protecting LGBTQ+ individuals against discrimination. [ more ]
San Francisco Bay Times
2 weeks ago
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Documentary Project Inspires Change: The Fight for Family Comes to Manny's in San Francisco on April 25 - San Francisco Bay Times

The Fight for Family documentary project aims to shed light on the erosion of LGBTQ rights across the country. [ more ]
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2 weeks ago
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Nicola Coughlan calls for a queer Bridgerton love story

Bridgerton Season 3 is set to introduce a queer love story, addressing fans' disappointment over the lack of LGBTQ+ representation in the previous seasons. [ more ]
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3 weeks ago
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No, M&S haven't 'just launched' an LGBT sandwich - it actually came out in 2019

The controversy surrounding an 'LGBT sandwich' sparks debate on social media and highlights misinformation challenges on platforms like Elon Musk's X platform. [ more ]
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3 weeks ago
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Supreme Court allows Idaho to enforce ban on gender-affirming care for trans youth

The US Supreme Court has allowed Idaho to temporarily enforce a ban on life-saving gender-affirming care for trans and non-binary youth. [ more ]
Towleroad Gay News
3 weeks ago
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Scandal Erupts In Russia Over 'LGBTQ+ Propaganda' At Volleyball Match - Photos - Towleroad Gay News

The article discusses LGBTQ propaganda allegations in Russian sports. [ more ]
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3 weeks ago
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Rapper NLE Choppa thanks gay fans and shuts down homophobes: 'My music for all'

NLE Choppa shows support for LGBTQ+ fans and condemns discrimination in the hip-hop industry. [ more ]
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3 weeks ago
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The Foreign Office issues new travel warning to LGBTQ+ holidaymakers

The Foreign Office issued a travel warning for LGBTQ+ individuals in Greece despite recent legal progress.
Attitudes towards LGBTQ+ individuals vary throughout Greece, with more acceptance in cities and certain islands.
There have been instances of violence and discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals in Greece, leading to public demonstrations against homophobia and transphobia. [ more ]
LGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago
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Catholic priest jailed after male escort ODs at his gay sex party

A Catholic priest in Poland sentenced to prison for hosting a gay adult play party where a sex worker overdosed and was mutilated. [ more ]
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3 weeks ago
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Iconic children's show Bluey makes history with show's first LGBTQ+ characters

The animated preschool show Bluey features LGBTQ+ characters and topics, with the introduction of a same-sex couple in a recent special episode. [ more ]
Queerty
3 weeks ago
NYC LGBT

Melania's secret mission exposed, Biden's big gay power move & Lindsey Graham on the outs

Political power plays in LGBTQ+ news overshadowed by trending topics. [ more ]
Gay City News
3 weeks ago
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LGBTQ New Yorkers and electeds urge CB5 to condemn anti-trans education council resolution

LGBTQ New Yorkers and officials urged Manhattan Community Board 5 to condemn anti-trans sports resolution from CEC2. [ more ]
LGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago
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Fox host claims trans youth are just gay kids who were forced to have gender-affirming surgery

Fox News primetime host Jesse Watters paraded his ignorance proudly last weekend as he cluelessly pontificated about gender dysphoria, gender reassignment surgery and childhood sexuality, all while promoting a conspiracy theory that doctors are eager to get kids' genitals "chopped off".
LGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago
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Why did conservatives abandon their own anti-trans bill?

GLSEN renamed 'Day of Silence' to 'Day of NO Silence' to encourage speaking up for LGBTQ+ rights. [ more ]
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3 weeks ago
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Hit reality show features not one, but two LGBTQ+ couples for the very first time

The Amazing Race season 36 features LGBTQ+ couples, breaking the trend of having only one per series. [ more ]
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4 weeks ago
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Joe Biden and Kamala Harris launch LGBTQ+ initiative 'Out for Biden-Harris'

President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris' re-election campaign now includes a launch called "Out for Biden-Harris", an initiative aimed at LGBTQ+ voters.
LGBTQ Nation
4 weeks ago
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Joe Biden & Kamala Harris launch new initiative targeting "critical" LGBTQ+ voters

The 'Out for Biden-Harris' initiative aims to rally LGBTQ+ voters for the reelection campaign, recognizing their crucial role in past electoral wins.
Over 10,000 LGBTQ+ volunteers were pivotal in Biden's 2020 victory, leading to the initiative's focus on re-enlisting this support base for the upcoming election. [ more ]
LGBTQ Nation
4 weeks ago
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The Mormon Church is at a crossroads over LGBTQ+ folks. There's only one right way to go.

LDS Church's positions on sexuality and gender have evolved over time
Teachings on sexuality and gender in the LDS Church have undergone significant shifts and reversals. [ more ]
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4 weeks ago
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Let's settle this once and for all: this is why the queer community loves Eurovision

Eurovision holds significance as a celebration for the LGBTQ+ community.
It serves as a platform for LGBTQ+ visibility and inclusivity. [ more ]
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Queerty
1 month ago
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Should straight acts with no history of LGBTQ+ advocacy headline Pride events?

Non-LGBTQ+ acts headlining Pride events spark controversy.
Longtime LGBTQ+ allies contrasted with newer artists causing debate over event bookings. [ more ]
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1 month ago
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Eight-foot statue of H from Steps to be erected in Wales

Steps star Ian 'H' Watkins to have an eight-foot statue erected in his hometown for LGBTQ+ advocacy.
Watkins is a proud advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and has a history of standing up against hate and discrimination. [ more ]
Advocate.com
1 month ago
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Cyndi Lauper named Lifetime Ally Icon for WeHo Pride

Cyndi Lauper named Lifetime Ally Icon for 2024 WeHo Pride Parade.
Lauper's significant contributions to music, activism, and LGBTQ+ advocacy recognized.
Lauper's activism includes work with True Colors United and Girls Just Want to Have Fundamental Rights Fund. [ more ]
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LGBTQ Nation
1 month ago
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Healthcare discrimination disproportionately harms LGBTQ+ patients' mental health

LGBTQ+ adults face twice the negative healthcare experiences as non-LGBTQ+ adults.
Discrimination in medical settings affects young, poorer, and female LGBTQ+ individuals disproportionately. [ more ]
LGBTQ Nation
1 month ago
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Who ripped Donald Trump to pieces this week for pretending to care about domestic violence?

Quiz to test knowledge on LGBTQ+ news headlines from the past week.
Opportunity to check understanding without searching for answers. [ more ]
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1 month ago
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LGBTQ+ EuroGames to be held in the UK for first time

Cardiff will host the EuroGames in 2027, the first in the UK, attracting up to 10,000 LGBTQ+ athletes.
Inclusive sports organizations in Wales are excited about the opportunity to showcase gender diversity and inclusion in sports. [ more ]
LGBTQ Nation
1 month ago
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Republican who supported "Don't Say Gay" law sues Pride parade for barring his participation

Basabe is threatening to sue Miami Beach Pride for not allowing him in the parade due to past incidents.
Parade organizers claim they can legally decide participants based on security concerns, despite Basabe citing First Amendment rights. [ more ]
Queerty
1 month ago
NYC LGBT

And the gayest states according to the latest batch of Google searches are...

Residents in California are most likely to question their sexuality via online searches.
Various US states show significant online search activity related to LGBTQ+ identity. [ more ]
Advocate.com
1 month ago
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LGBTQ+ adults face discrimination in health care settings: survey

LGBTQ+ adults face more discrimination in daily life and healthcare compared to non-LGBTQ+ individuals.
Survey results show higher rates of mistreatment among LGBTQ+ respondents in healthcare settings, such as unfair treatment and negative experiences. [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
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For free-speech sake, let controversial lawmaker ride in Pride Parade - and be booed again | Opinion

The case of Republican state Rep. Fabian Basabe highlights tensions between free speech and event organizers' rights.
Basabe's controversial actions have led to calls for resignation and a public debate on ethics in politics. [ more ]
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