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Education
fromLGBTQ Nation
22 hours 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.
#lgbtq
fromQueerty
4 days ago
Relationships

Meet the "photo booth boys" whose 44-year romance has everyone emotional - Queerty

SF LGBT
fromThe Mercury News
19 hours ago

Philz Coffee draws ire from Bay Area LGBTQ districts over Pride flags

LGBTQ cultural districts in the Bay Area condemn Philz Coffee's removal of Pride flags from its stores.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Advocate newsletter 4/9/26

Two Republican congressmen from Georgia participated in drag during high school despite their anti-LGBTQ+ views.
SF LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
4 hours ago

The SF LGBT Center's New Executive Director Invites You to Celebrate Queer Excellence! - San Francisco Bay Times

Joy is a radical force needed in times of grief and resistance, exemplified by the upcoming Soirée fundraising event.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

Advocate newsletter 4/10/26

The Day of Silence raises awareness of LGBTQ+ harassment, facing renewed challenges from anti-trans legislation across the U.S.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 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.
Relationships
fromQueerty
4 days ago

Meet the "photo booth boys" whose 44-year romance has everyone emotional - Queerty

A heartwarming Instagram video showcases Dick and Duane, a gay couple married for 44 years, celebrating their love through photo booth pictures.
SF LGBT
fromThe Mercury News
19 hours ago

Philz Coffee draws ire from Bay Area LGBTQ districts over Pride flags

LGBTQ cultural districts in the Bay Area condemn Philz Coffee's removal of Pride flags from its stores.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Advocate newsletter 4/9/26

Two Republican congressmen from Georgia participated in drag during high school despite their anti-LGBTQ+ views.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
18 hours ago

Remembering Agosto Machado, Keeper of Queer Histories

Agosto Machado was a vital connector in New York's downtown arts scene, serving as an archivist of queer history and a beloved performer.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days 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.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
23 hours ago

Al Sharpton Declares Trump's Much-Hyped USA 250th Birthday Celebration Is Not for Black Americans: Ain't My Party'

Al Sharpton criticized Trump's 250th anniversary celebrations, stating they do not represent Black Americans and called for a separate rally in Philadelphia.
#queer-cinema
London food
fromTime Out London
1 day ago

London's East Asian LGBTQ+ film festival is back next month - and the line-up is award-winning

Queer East Festival 2026 showcases East and Southeast Asian LGBTQ+ cinema with UK premieres and diverse programming from May 1 to June 6.
London food
fromTime Out London
1 day ago

London's East Asian LGBTQ+ film festival is back next month - and the line-up is award-winning

Queer East Festival 2026 showcases East and Southeast Asian LGBTQ+ cinema with UK premieres and diverse programming from May 1 to June 6.
Film
fromQueerty
1 day ago

The wild world of virtual sex work: 6 essential queer cam stories - Queerty

Camming has become a significant form of sex work, especially among queer individuals seeking creative freedom or economic necessity.
fromScary Mommy
1 day ago

Whitney Levitt Is Doing It All, Authentically & Apologetically Herself

I want to grow brands that I'm passionate about, and dirty soda has always been a part of my life. It wasn't just this viral moment that people who watch Secret Lives saw. It was something that's more sustainable.
Chicago
Renovation
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Imagining a Future for Langston Hughes's Harlem Brownstone

Langston Hughes' brownstone in Harlem is undergoing a $450,000 restoration to preserve its historical significance and maintain its structural integrity.
East Bay food
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
2 days ago

Rikki's to Co-Host Taco-Eating Contest and 50th Anniversary of the Dykes on Bikes During Lesbian Visibility Week - San Francisco Bay Times

Lesbian Visibility Week 2026 will feature events at Rikki's in the Castro, including trivia, a taco contest, and a Dykes on Bikes celebration.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days 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.
fromBrooklyn Paper
4 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
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
3 days 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
Television
fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago

Who Is Black Comedy For?

Dave Chappelle faced pressure to alter his sitcom to appeal to white audiences, highlighting systemic issues in the representation of Black artists.
Parenting
fromFast Company
3 days ago

The co-founder of Refinery29 makes the case for playfulness

Choosing a playful mindset transforms frustrating situations into opportunities for connection and humor.
Music
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days 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.
#lgbtqia
fromGothamist
1 week ago
LGBT

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
fromGothamist
1 week 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.
#lgbtq-history
Berlin
fromwww.dw.com
7 hours ago

First gay rights movement: Berlin's wild 1920s queer history

Berlin was a major center for LGBTQ+ activism and research during the Weimar Republic, influencing modern views on sexuality and gender.
Berlin
fromwww.dw.com
7 hours ago

First gay rights movement: Berlin's wild 1920s queer history

Berlin was a major center for LGBTQ+ activism and research during the Weimar Republic, influencing modern views on sexuality and gender.
#lgbtq-rights
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

As Day of Silence turns 30, LGBTQ+ students are stuck in 1996

The Day of Silence marks 30 years of advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights, highlighting ongoing challenges and regressions in student expression and protections.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day 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.
Arts
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Where nostalgia turns decadent: The Moonlighters take Tribeca

The Moonlighters by Michael Fredo evokes nostalgia with a refined atmosphere, blending charm and awareness in its artistic presentation.
Education
fromNew York Amsterdam News
2 days ago

NAACP NY to launch Freedom Schools in Brooklyn starting April 18

The NAACP New York State Conference is launching a modern Freedom School in Brooklyn focusing on Black history and civic leadership.
Writing
fromwww.amny.com
3 days 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.
Television
fromQueerty
3 days 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.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
5 days ago

How Manhattan's 'last queer bookstore' just might be saved by a Bushwick peer

The Bureau of General Services - Queer Division in Manhattan faces closure unless Hive Mind Books acquires it and raises funds.
NYC music
fromGothamist
5 days ago

NYC's Easter Bonnet Festival draws huge crowd despite a drizzly weather

The Easter Parade and Bonnet Festival continues to bring joy to participants despite challenging weather and current societal struggles.
#nyc-pride
#philz-coffee
SF LGBT
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago

LGBTQ+ leaders in Oakland and SF denounce Philz Coffee's removal of Pride flags

Philz Coffee's CEO faced backlash for removing Pride flags, prompting LGBTQ+ cultural districts to express disappointment and call for a reversal of the decision.
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
1 day 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
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago

LGBTQ+ leaders in Oakland and SF denounce Philz Coffee's removal of Pride flags

Philz Coffee's CEO faced backlash for removing Pride flags, prompting LGBTQ+ cultural districts to express disappointment and call for a reversal of the decision.
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
1 day 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.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

How a Determined Scholar Captured the Breadth of Blackface

I realized there was pretty much nobody who is a famous 19th-century minstrel performer who was not an Elk. It just became synonymous.
Arts
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days 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.
NYC LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 day 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.
Arts
fromBrownstoner
4 days 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.
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
10 hours ago

Show of Hope Gala 2026 - San Francisco Bay Times

The annual Show of Hope gala benefiting the San Francisco Community Health Center's lifesaving services took place on April 4, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency San Francisco.
NYC LGBT
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 day ago

No, Canada hasn't updated the LGBTQ+ acronym to MMIWG2SLGBTQQIA+

When the Budget was released, I was shocked to find out that Prime Minister Carney is cutting $7billion between Indigenous Services Canada and Crown-Indigenous Relations. They provided $0 to deal with the ongoing genocide of MMIWG2SLGBTQQIA+. This is abhorrent. This is callous.
LGBT
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
1 day ago

Charles Melton shows off his Beef in oiled up homoerotic spread - Queerty

Charles Melton showcases his physique in a homoerotic fashion spread while promoting his role in Netflix's series Beef.
Running
fromiRunFar
3 weeks ago

What Pride Forgets

Pride in running manifests as overvaluing oneself and aiming beyond true capabilities, causing runners to ignore limitations and make poor decisions that undermine performance and safety.
Paris food
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

'Powerful things happen when queer people get in the same room': Inside a new NYC salon

Living Room Lectures is a monthly LGBTQ+ educational series held in a Williamsburg apartment that explores queer perspectives on various topics while raising funds for charitable causes.
fromQueerty
13 hours ago

Everyone knows what gay director Ira Sachs' latest film is about... So why won't they say it out loud? - Queerty

Ira Sachs, who emerged from the New Queer Cinema movement of the '90s, has become one of the most accomplished & revered directors of his generation, crafting achingly intimate stories about love, friendship, and desire.
NYC LGBT
Relationships
fromQueerty
3 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.
#transgender-rights
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago
SF LGBT

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

SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 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.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 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.
#minneapolis
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
21 hours ago

Could Minneapolis welcome bathhouses back for the first time since the late 1980s?

Minneapolis City Council voted to explore repealing a 38-year ban on adult sex venues, potentially allowing the return of bathhouses for gay men.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days 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
3 days 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.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
21 hours ago

Could Minneapolis welcome bathhouses back for the first time since the late 1980s?

Minneapolis City Council voted to explore repealing a 38-year ban on adult sex venues, potentially allowing the return of bathhouses for gay men.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days 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
3 days 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.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
2 days 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
fromVogue
3 days ago
NYC LGBT

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.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
NYC LGBT

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.
NYC LGBT
fromVogue
3 days 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.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.amny.com
1 week 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.
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
6 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.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
4 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.
fromQueerty
2 days ago

Don Lemon & Tim Malone celebrate another year together and fans are feeling the love - Queerty

Malone marked the anniversary of tying the knot with a post on Threads, sharing several photos from that day and stating, '2 years married. Let's keep going.'
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

12 portraits of transgender beauty and resilience in the Deep South

Exploring Transgender Identity in South Carolina is a candid photographic and interview-based documentation of transgender life in South Carolina. This project offers a contemporary visual record of a community that exists largely outside of that narrative yet within its realities.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Christopher Street Project celebrates first anniversary

We need to have the political power that any group needs to survive against an authoritarian regime. We are entering year two with the same level of scrappiness that got us here in the first place.
Miscellaneous
Arts
from48 hills
3 weeks 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.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Red Bull Dance Your Style takes over the Brooklyn Museum this weekend

Red Bull Dance Your Style in NYC showcases freestyle street dance without judges or rehearsed choreography, emphasizing instinct and musicality.
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.
LGBT
fromQueerty
4 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
6 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.
fromFuncheap
1 week 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
#club-cumming
NYC LGBT
fromAol
5 days 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.
NYC LGBT
fromAol
5 days 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 environment and visibility in Manhattan's nightlife.
NYC LGBT
fromAol
5 days 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.
NYC LGBT
fromAol
5 days 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 environment and visibility in Manhattan's nightlife.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Made in Fire Island: how artists were at the heart of the LGBTQ+ mecca

Leilah Babirye's journey to Fire Island reveals its rich history as a haven for LGBTQ+ artists and their creative expressions.
Film
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

These 10 essential movies about Black people with HIV will open your heart & mind - LGBTQ Nation

On-screen representation of people living with HIV remains extremely limited across platforms, with especially poor representation of Black people and few meaningful portrayals.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

He witnessed the Stonewall riots. Now he's a lifelong ally

The Stonewall riots began on June 27, 1969, marking a pivotal moment in LGBTQ+ history and resistance against police raids.
fromHyperallergic
2 months ago

The Political Power of Glitter

Last summer, I did face painting at a block party in my Brooklyn neighborhood. In the sweltering August humidity, I rendered pink butterflies and Spiderman webs on tiny, sticky faces; unsurprisingly, my designs didn't last very long in the bouncy castle. Except for the glitter. For weeks, I found it in my hair, on my cats, in my sink, and in random corners of the house, migrating to and fro like dandelion fuzz.
Arts
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

These oft-overlooked icons show why Black queer history still matters (now more than ever) - LGBTQ Nation

Black History Month is a time to acknowledge and celebrate the achievements and courageous acts of people of African descent in the United States and around the world. This year, Black History month celebrates its 100th anniversary. And yet, Black History Month has failed to fully acknowledge or celebrate the contributions of Black LGBTQ+ people. Just as Pride Month remains overwhelmingly white in its representation, Black History Month continues to be deeply homophobic in its omissions.
LGBT
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.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

"We're still gay & we're still fabulous": Shop owners fight vandalism with positivity & humor - LGBTQ Nation

An LGBTQ+ gift shop in York faces repeated homophobic vandalism and responds with humor, positivity, and community engagement.
LGBT
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

12 Powerful LGBTQ+ Celebrity Coming Out Stories That Helped Me Find My Voice

Black LGBTQ+ celebrities' public coming-out experiences provide crucial visibility that helps queer youth embrace their identities and live authentically.
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