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PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 month ago
SF LGBT

The long, fascinating and controversial history of the Drag Race term 'trade'

The term 'trade' in Drag Race lexicon refers to an attractive queen considered the best of the season. [ more ]
sfist.com
1 month ago
Mission District

SFPD Conducts Another Prostitution Sting In the Mission, Busting Johns and Sex Workers

The San Francisco police conducted a sting operation to discourage sex work in the Mission District, resulting in 30 arrests. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Writing

Anora review stellar turn from Mikey Madison in sex work non-love story

A tragicomedy of romance, denial, and betrayal in the world of sex work, challenging the idealized portrayal in Pretty Woman. [ more ]
PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Grindr is reportedly introducing an 'AI boyfriend' to sext users

Grindr is launching an 'AI boyfriend' bot for sexting and relationship simulation.
The app aims to shift from hookup culture to features supporting long-term dating and networking. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
3 months ago
Los Angeles

LAPD searching for leads in suspected sex worker slayings, including that of trans woman

LAPD detectives searching for leads in fatal shootings of sex workers.
Surveillance video shows sedan dumping body on South L.A. street. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
3 months ago
London

Police officer sacked for soliciting sex worker while on training course in London

PC Adam Abdur-Rehman sacked for inappropriate behavior
Chief Constable emphasizes importance of upholding professional standards [ more ]
PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 month ago
SF LGBT

The long, fascinating and controversial history of the Drag Race term 'trade'

The term 'trade' in Drag Race lexicon refers to an attractive queen considered the best of the season. [ more ]
sfist.com
1 month ago
Mission District

SFPD Conducts Another Prostitution Sting In the Mission, Busting Johns and Sex Workers

The San Francisco police conducted a sting operation to discourage sex work in the Mission District, resulting in 30 arrests. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Writing

Anora review stellar turn from Mikey Madison in sex work non-love story

A tragicomedy of romance, denial, and betrayal in the world of sex work, challenging the idealized portrayal in Pretty Woman. [ more ]
PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Grindr is reportedly introducing an 'AI boyfriend' to sext users

Grindr is launching an 'AI boyfriend' bot for sexting and relationship simulation.
The app aims to shift from hookup culture to features supporting long-term dating and networking. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
3 months ago
Los Angeles

LAPD searching for leads in suspected sex worker slayings, including that of trans woman

LAPD detectives searching for leads in fatal shootings of sex workers.
Surveillance video shows sedan dumping body on South L.A. street. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
3 months ago
London

Police officer sacked for soliciting sex worker while on training course in London

PC Adam Abdur-Rehman sacked for inappropriate behavior
Chief Constable emphasizes importance of upholding professional standards [ more ]
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Electronic Frontier Foundation
6 months ago
Digital life

Speaking Freely: Dr. Carolina Are

Dr. Carolina Are discusses the impact of platform censorship on sex workers and activist communities.
She emphasizes the need for systemic change in content moderation and highlights hope in younger generations. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
6 months ago
Career

Was My Boyfriend Financially Controlling? Was My Girlfriend?

The author reflects on their experience of financial insecurity in their mid-20s and the uneasiness of being financially dependent on a partner.
They grapple with the fear of being seen as a failure and the desire for financial independence as a form of freedom. [ more ]
BuzzFeed
7 months ago
Parenting

People Revealed What It's Like Having Sex Workers As Parents, And Their Stories Are Eye-Opening

Children of sex workers share their experiences of finding out about their parents' profession.
Stories range from intense to tame, providing different perspectives. [ more ]
www.dw.com
7 months ago
Germany news

German chancellor says sex work is unacceptable DW 11/15/2023

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz calls for further legal restrictions on sex work in Germany
Scholz believes the sale of sex is not acceptable and should not be normalized [ more ]
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