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fromLGBTQ Nation
6 hours 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
#lgbtq
fromQueerty
10 hours ago
Television

WATCH: Dad attempts to sue his traumatized gay son for quitting conversion therapy - Queerty

fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago
US news

Gay model detained at airport & banned from the US: "It was the most painful day of my life" - LGBTQ Nation

Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day 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.
Television
fromQueerty
10 hours ago

WATCH: Dad attempts to sue his traumatized gay son for quitting conversion therapy - Queerty

A father is suing his son for $6,000 after the son came out as gay and attended conversion therapy.
US news
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Gay model detained at airport & banned from the US: "It was the most painful day of my life" - LGBTQ Nation

Milo Miles was detained by U.S. Customs for eight hours and banned from the U.S. for 10 years due to his sexual orientation and profession.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 hours ago

She came out to a homophobic student. The school quickly forced her to resign. - LGBTQ Nation

A teacher's assistant resigned after being investigated for addressing a student's homophobic comments, impacting her future employment and benefits.
LGBT
fromQueerty
4 hours ago

This sexpert is calling out toxic tops & a dark room double standard - Queerty

Topping and bottoming in gay relationships face different societal judgments, with bottom shaming rooted in historical stigma and exacerbated by the AIDS crisis.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 hours ago

Anti-trans "MAGA warrior" congressmembers' drag photos unearthed - LGBTQ Nation

Two anti-trans Congress members, Mike Collins and Buddy Carter, have past photos in drag from their high school yearbooks.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
5 hours 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.
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
5 hours ago

Why Pride Events Matter: Making Ski Communities Stronger and More Inclusive - SnowBrains

Keystone Pride Festival promotes inclusivity and community for individuals of all identities, emphasizing safety and celebration of diversity on the mountain.
#lgbtq-rights
fromLGBTQ Nation
10 hours ago
Social justice

The right is destroying LGBTQ+ education. But gay union leader Randi Weingarten has a secret weapon. - LGBTQ Nation

fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago
LGBT

"We are literally just people": A trans man wonders how his mere existence can be seen as a threat - LGBTQ Nation

Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
10 hours ago

The right is destroying LGBTQ+ education. But gay union leader Randi Weingarten has a secret weapon. - LGBTQ Nation

Randi Weingarten emphasizes the importance of justice, inclusion, and respect in the fight against anti-LGBTQ+ policies.
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago
LGBT

"We are literally just people": A trans man wonders how his mere existence can be seen as a threat - LGBTQ Nation

NYC parents
fromLGBTQ Nation
10 hours ago

The parents rights movement has never cared about empowering all parents. Just conservative ones. - LGBTQ Nation

Parents cannot control all external influences on their children, but they can guide them in developing critical-thinking skills.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

I'm Reaching a Major Life Milestone. It's Doing Something Strange to My Sex Life.

Turning 30 can trigger existential crises that affect intimacy and sexual desire.
#boston-university
Higher education
fromAdvocate.com
5 hours ago

Boston University removed Pride flags. Backlash forced its president to back off

Boston University has paused the removal of Pride flags from campus offices amid protests and concerns over free expression.
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

BU rally pushes back on Pride flag removals, calls for policy change

A coalition at Boston University protests the removal of Pride flags, urging a revision of the university's signage policy.
Higher education
fromAdvocate.com
5 hours ago

Boston University removed Pride flags. Backlash forced its president to back off

Boston University has paused the removal of Pride flags from campus offices amid protests and concerns over free expression.
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

BU rally pushes back on Pride flag removals, calls for policy change

A coalition at Boston University protests the removal of Pride flags, urging a revision of the university's signage policy.
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
11 hours ago

This Drag Race icon has turned down The Traitors four times

I love Trixie Mattel. I mean, I'm a big fan of Drag Race, but I think Trixie is kind of a unique brand. And, we were thinking, 'Who would be on The Traitors? And, you know, they always pick a drag queen. And, I thought, 'Well, if we have a choice, let's ask Trixie.'
LA Kings
Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
4 hours ago

Psychology says the happiest people aren't the ones who found their passion - they're the ones who stopped treating their life as a problem that needed solving - Silicon Canals

The relentless pursuit of passion may lead to unhappiness, while embracing diverse interests can foster a richer, more fulfilling life.
Writing
fromwww.amny.com
12 hours ago

Welcome to the Wasteland': A queer sex memoir' that throws out all the rules in written word and art | amNewYork

Collaboration between Scooter LaForge and Jason Haaf resulted in the book Wasteland, showcasing a blend of art and personal reflections.
fromKotaku
8 hours ago

Pokemon Champions Has An Unexpected Trans Icon

Normally, this psychic/fighting-type Pokémon can only be male, but that seems to have randomly changed in Pokémon Champions. Fans have stumbled upon a Gallade in tutorial segments that is, somehow, female, despite that not being possible in the past.
Games
Arts
fromBrownstoner
1 day ago

Arts Gowanus' 2026 Season Includes Gala and Pride Art Show

Artists can submit work for 'The Tower Show' exhibition as part of Arts Gowanus' busy 2026 lineup.
Humor
fromBuzzFeed
1 day ago

Here's What My Woke Teenage Brothers Had To Say About "Into the Manosphere"

Concerns about young males being influenced by the manosphere and traditional gender roles are growing.
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

The Sober Curious Movement's Big Blind Spot

Giving up alcohol feels like progress. But if you're reaching for cannabis instead, you haven't changed the pattern-just the packaging.
Cannabis
Music
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Kehlani tells ICE agents to delete all her music in fiery Instagram post - LGBTQ Nation

Kehlani publicly rejects any association with ICE agents, urging them not to engage with her or her music.
Careers
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

I was always the reliable one - the one who showed up, remembered, rearranged, and absorbed - and it took me until 58 to wonder whether anyone would have come looking if I'd stopped - Silicon Canals

Being the reliable one can lead to personal neglect and invisibility in relationships.
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 days ago

New York City's first Trans Art Fest showcases, connects and empowers trans artists * Brooklyn Paper

Carter Shocket stated, 'They kind of felt like they happened and then they were over, like it wasn't a long-lasting kind of project. It was just a flash-in-the-pan kind of thing.'
Brooklyn
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Stop Pretending to Be Happy

Emotional acceptance leads to healthier processing of feelings, while suppression prolongs negative emotions and creates incongruence between feelings and expressions.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
7 hours 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.
#transgender-rights
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago
LGBT

"We deserve wrinkles": The fight for trans youth is a fight for a future with trans elders in it - LGBTQ Nation

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.
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago
LGBT

"We deserve wrinkles": The fight for trans youth is a fight for a future with trans elders in it - LGBTQ Nation

Television
fromQueerty
1 day ago

As the gay romance BL genre grows, these are the 11 hottest rising stars on the planet right now - Queerty

The rise of BL content offers positive representation for Asian queer experiences and introduces new stars to the audience.
#conversion-therapy
Film
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

23 films that expose the reality of conversion therapy - LGBTQ Nation

Conversion therapy is inhumane, ineffective, and continues to have lasting emotional and cultural effects on individuals and society.
Film
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

23 films that expose the reality of conversion therapy - LGBTQ Nation

Conversion therapy is inhumane, ineffective, and continues to have lasting emotional and cultural effects on individuals and society.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
13 hours ago

Neurodivergence and Post-Diagnosis Grief Among Adults

Late diagnosis of ADHD, autism, or dyslexia often leads to 'post-diagnosis grief' among adults, reflecting on lost opportunities and struggles without support.
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
10 hours 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.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
17 hours ago

Coming out in the 90s? You might as well say I love cock!'' Nathan Lane on gay life, Broadway and defying stereotypes

Nathan Lane's portrayal of Willy Loman in Death of a Salesman reflects his blend of humor and depth, showcasing the emotional toll of the role.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Waiting for a hero to save us from Trump & MAGA? Here's where to look... - LGBTQ Nation

Heroes are often flawed mortals, and we must rely on ourselves for change rather than expecting saviors from above.
Humor
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

"Mortified Live" Embarrassing Teen Diary Storytelling (Berkeley)

Mortified is a live comedy show featuring adults sharing their embarrassing teen diaries, selling out shows for nearly 15 years.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Why Today's Young Men Seem Trapped

Young men face a crisis of identity, struggling with anxiety, depression, and confusion about manhood due to societal pressures and lack of personal power.
NYC LGBT
fromVogue
1 day ago

At the Trans+ Passover Seder in Brooklyn, an Evening of Queer Jewish Joy

The Trans+ Passover Seder is an inclusive celebration for transgender and non-binary Jews, fostering community and spiritual connection.
fromQueerty
2 weeks ago

Who are the "hybrid boys" & why are they getting bodied by Gay Twitter? - Queerty

Hybrid training, which draws on various workouts from cardio to lifting, is gaining traction thanks to competitions like Hyrox created by Moritz Fürste.
Exercise
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
12 hours ago

Psychology says people who feel purposeless after 50 aren't lost - they've simply outgrown a self that was built entirely around what other people needed from them - Silicon Canals

Identity can be lost when roles defined by others are removed, leading to a journey of self-discovery.
Relationships
fromQueerty
8 months ago

I found a charge from a gay bar on my husband's bank statement. Is it time to ask the question I've avoided? - Queerty

A woman suspects her husband may be gay or bisexual, raising concerns about their relationship and his authenticity.
Television
fromQueerty
2 days ago

The secretly queer world of Animorphs might finally go mainstream in new reboot - Queerty

Disney+ is developing a new TV adaptation of Animorphs, a YA book series about teens who can transform into animals to fight an alien invasion.
Social justice
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Extending Awareness to Every Autistic Person

Autism awareness must encompass all autistic individuals, acknowledging their unseen struggles regardless of perceived high-functioning status.
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
4 days ago

These LGBTQ+ books are being banned & people are making noise so it doesn't go unnoticed - Queerty

404 Day highlights the issue of Internet censorship in public libraries and schools, particularly affecting access to constitutionally protected websites.
#minneapolis
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
1 day ago

As hookup apps lose their grip, gay bathhouses may soon offer an IRL cure for horniness in this U.S. city - Queerty

Minneapolis is considering re-opening bathhouses and gay sex clubs for the first time in nearly 40 years, reflecting changing societal attitudes.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
9 hours ago

Minneapolis considers legalizing bathhouses & adult sex venues - LGBTQ Nation

Minneapolis City Council is considering legalizing venues for sexual activity between consenting adults, including bathhouses, after decades of prohibition.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
1 day ago

As hookup apps lose their grip, gay bathhouses may soon offer an IRL cure for horniness in this U.S. city - Queerty

Minneapolis is considering re-opening bathhouses and gay sex clubs for the first time in nearly 40 years, reflecting changing societal attitudes.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
9 hours ago

Minneapolis considers legalizing bathhouses & adult sex venues - LGBTQ Nation

Minneapolis City Council is considering legalizing venues for sexual activity between consenting adults, including bathhouses, after decades of prohibition.
#transgender-day-of-visibility
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago
SF LGBT

Beloved children's singer melts hearts with message for trans kids: "You are a beautiful light" - LGBTQ Nation

fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago
SF LGBT

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

SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

Beloved children's singer melts hearts with message for trans kids: "You are a beautiful light" - LGBTQ Nation

Laurie Berkner supports trans kids, affirming their beauty and encouraging self-care on Transgender Day of Visibility.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week 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.
#supreme-court
LGBT
fromPsychology Today
5 hours 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.
LGBT
fromPsychology Today
5 hours 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.
fromQueerty
23 hours ago

What's your opinion on body hair? - Queerty

In the '70s, the 'Castro Clone' aesthetic pushed a hyper-masc look that involved snug Levis, tight T-shirts and plenty of mustaches and fur.
NYC LGBT
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
3 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.
#trans-rights
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 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.
fromwww.lgbtqnation.com
2 months ago
LGBT

"I hope that it isn't too late": Queer folks cling to hope for a brighter, more equal future

Transgender and queer people experienced increased fear, medical access loss, civil-rights undermining, displacement, and precarity during the second Trump administration.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
8 hours ago

Lawmaker begs governor not to sign "degrading" trans driver's license ban - LGBTQ Nation

Mississippi State Sen. Rod Hickman opposes Senate Bill 2322, which targets trans rights, urging lawmakers to reject harmful legislation and serve the community.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 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.
Writing
fromAdvocate.com
3 weeks ago

I was a homeless trans teen. Telling my story saved me

An 18-year-old newly homeless high school graduate shares their story at a poetry slam, finding courage to speak publicly about their circumstances in a supportive community environment.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
5 days ago

What is the trans gaze? It's relief and recognition between strangers on a train

Trans women share a unique, unspoken connection on the New York City subway, recognized through brief, meaningful glances.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
8 hours ago

Idaho passed a law just to ban Boise from flying Pride flags. Their response was surprising. - LGBTQ Nation

Boise City Hall introduced Pride wraps after a law banned flying the Pride flag.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

Shocking video shows man attacking gay reality TV couple's vehicle in road rage incident - LGBTQ Nation

A road rage incident in West Hollywood involved a man attacking a gay couple's car while they were inside, fearing for their safety.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
6 days ago

Advocate newsletter 4/2/26

Doctors' recommendations on gender-affirming care for young people have become a contentious issue between The New York Times and the American Medical Association.
Relationships
fromQueerty
2 weeks 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.
LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Deeply distressing for all of us': families react to Girlguiding's trans exclusion

Girlguiding's new policy excludes transgender girls, causing distress for families and sparking protests among volunteers.
#self-acceptance
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

This 95-year-old gay man came out in mid-life & had a life-saving realization - LGBTQ Nation

Self-acceptance can be a long journey, often beginning with a leap of faith, as illustrated by Theodore W. Hayes' life story.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

Religion taught them to hide who they are. They overcame & are living wonderful lives. - LGBTQ Nation

Readers share personal stories of conversion to self-acceptance, highlighting struggles with religion and the journey towards embracing their identities.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

This 95-year-old gay man came out in mid-life & had a life-saving realization - LGBTQ Nation

Self-acceptance can be a long journey, often beginning with a leap of faith, as illustrated by Theodore W. Hayes' life story.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

Religion taught them to hide who they are. They overcame & are living wonderful lives. - LGBTQ Nation

Readers share personal stories of conversion to self-acceptance, highlighting struggles with religion and the journey towards embracing their identities.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Don't fall for WSJ's 'normal gay' whitewashing of queer life

Being gay does not equate to being queer; queerness is a broader ideological project that challenges norms.
LGBT
fromQueerty
2 days ago

"I'm gonna hold your tip when I say this": A rancid Grindr take has the gays talking - Queerty

Grindr's entrenched culture includes persistent racism, with users openly expressing racial preferences in dating, reflecting ongoing issues within the queer community.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days 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.
LGBT
fromGothamist
4 days ago

NYC's LGBTQIA+ office leader poised to tackle 'entrenched disparities'

New York City opens its first office for LGBTQIA+ Affairs, led by civil rights attorney Taylor Brown, the highest-ranking openly trans person in city government.
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.
LGBT
fromQueerty
1 week ago

Heels, skirts & girlfriends: The rise of the straight femboy explained - Queerty

Femboys represent a diverse identity within the LGBTQ+ community, distinct from feminine gay men and trans women, with varied gender identities and expressions.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

She found out a boy was gay. So she tortured him with a knife. - LGBTQ Nation

Grether Leidy Guadarramas Pena was arrested for allegedly cutting a young male family member after discovering his homosexuality through online messages.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

His parents cut him off for being trans. He'll graduate on time thanks to the kindness of strangers. - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender MIT student received nearly $90,000 in community fundraising support after his parents cut financial aid and he faced eviction from student housing due to his gender identity.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks 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.
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