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fromLGBTQ Nation
6 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
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"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
22 hours ago

Is 2026 still a year of hope for LGBTQ+ people? - LGBTQ Nation

Trans rights have faced significant setbacks in 2023, with multiple states enacting anti-trans legislation and the Supreme Court ruling against protections.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days 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
6 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.
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
23 hours ago

"Let your garden grow!" Gays exclaim their love for body hair - Queerty

Queerty readers overwhelmingly prefer body hair, with many stating that the hairier the better.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Drag queen: 'I'll be bringing joy on marathon day'

My grandma was my biggest cheerleader to get to do this for her and to raise awareness and to help find a cure is just the most incredible feeling.
London politics
#lgbtq
Education
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

Day of Silence marks 30 years as anti-LGBTQ+ school battles intensify nationwide

Thousands of students participate in the 30th annual Day of Silence, highlighting ongoing support for LGBTQ+ youth amid rising political attacks.
SF LGBT
fromThe Mercury News
2 days 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.
Film
fromLGBTQ Nation
20 hours ago

Patron saint Sebastian depicted as Asian trans man in National Gallery - LGBTQ Nation

Ming Wong's residency at the National Gallery reinterprets St. Sebastian through contemporary art, blending historical and modern LGBTQ+ themes.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
5 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
18 hours ago

Gay mom defends nonbinary child while accosted by anti-trans activist: "Get out of my face" - LGBTQ Nation

A lesbian mom confronted an anti-trans activist, defending her nonbinary child amidst aggressive questioning about gender identity and bathroom use.
SF LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
2 days 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.
Education
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

Day of Silence marks 30 years as anti-LGBTQ+ school battles intensify nationwide

Thousands of students participate in the 30th annual Day of Silence, highlighting ongoing support for LGBTQ+ youth amid rising political attacks.
SF LGBT
fromThe Mercury News
2 days 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.
Education
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days 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.
fromTravel + Leisure
2 days ago

I've Been to 50 Countries-but Choosing a Queer-friendly Honeymoon Was the Hardest Trip Yet

Choosing a honeymoon destination felt far harder than any assignment. This wasn't just another trip. As a queer woman, the list of potential destinations narrowed quickly.
NYC LGBT
#transgender-rights
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago
Social justice

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

fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago
SF LGBT

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

fromLGBTQ Nation
10 months ago
SF LGBT

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.
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago
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Maryland protects trans students. Stephen Miller's group is coming for those protections

A conservative group is urging an investigation into Maryland's school district policies protecting transgender students, challenging federal privacy laws and parental notification rights.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days 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
4 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.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

Maryland protects trans students. Stephen Miller's group is coming for those protections

A conservative group is urging an investigation into Maryland's school district policies protecting transgender students, challenging federal privacy laws and parental notification rights.
fromQueerty
2 days ago

Sex, steam & Madonna: Bathhouses are back & so is the queen of reinvention - Queerty

The steamy return of bathhouses is making waves, suggesting that everything old is new again, and perhaps a little sweaty too!
Television
Arts
fromHyperallergic
2 days 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.
Miami food
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

He tried burning down a gay-owned business. Now he's really feeling the heat. - LGBTQ Nation

Firomsa Ahmed Umar was found guilty of arson for attacking Fletcher's Ice Cream and Cafe, motivated by bias against gender identity or sexual orientation.
#queer-cinema
London food
fromTime Out London
4 days 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.
Television
fromQueerty
1 week ago

The best LGBTQ+ movies & TV shows coming to streaming April 2026 - Queerty

April features numerous queer movies and TV shows premiering across major streaming platforms.
London food
fromTime Out London
4 days 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.
Television
fromQueerty
1 week ago

The best LGBTQ+ movies & TV shows coming to streaming April 2026 - Queerty

April features numerous queer movies and TV shows premiering across major streaming platforms.
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
4 days 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.
NYC parents
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days 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.
#lgbtqia
NYC LGBT
fromGay City News
4 days ago

City Council's LGBTQIA+ Caucus hires executive director

The City Council's LGBTQIA+ Caucus has appointed Yanery Cruz as executive director to address the needs of New York City's queer community.
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.
Right-wing politics
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Brenda Power: School survey shows that rumours of the Catholic Church's demise are grossly exaggerated

A significant majority of parents with children in denominational schools prefer to maintain their religious education.
Relationships
fromQueerty
2 days ago

He told me he was in an open relationship...after we hooked up. Am I wrong to be annoyed? - Queerty

Open relationships can create misunderstandings if all parties are not upfront about their status before engaging.
Film
fromQueerty
4 days 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.
#conversion-therapy
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

You can't talk the gay away - LGBTQ Nation

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that therapists' speech is protected under the First Amendment, impacting conversion therapy practices.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
6 years ago

Pastor says he used oral sex to "suck demons" out of men - Queerty

Rev. Dr. William Weaver claims he performed oral sex on parishioners to 'suck' demons out, facing a lawsuit for sexual assault.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

Opinion | Is There a Religious Revival in America?

In 2025, the nonreligious share of the American population declined again, with the atheist-agnostic share back down to levels seen in 2014, suggesting a potential revival.
Right-wing politics
#lgbtq-rights
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days 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
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"Erasure is not neutral": The inextricable link between LGBTQ+ rights & a functioning democracy - LGBTQ Nation

Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days 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.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days 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.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 days 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.
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago
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"Erasure is not neutral": The inextricable link between LGBTQ+ rights & a functioning democracy - LGBTQ Nation

#boise
LGBT
fromTruthout
23 hours ago

Boise Responds to Idaho Pride Flag Ban With Creative Display

Boise City Hall removed its Pride flag after Idaho's law banned it, but officials installed Pride flagpoles instead.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days 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.
LGBT
fromTruthout
23 hours ago

Boise Responds to Idaho Pride Flag Ban With Creative Display

Boise City Hall removed its Pride flag after Idaho's law banned it, but officials installed Pride flagpoles instead.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days 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
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
3 days 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.
#philz-coffee
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
3 days 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
3 days 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
3 days 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
3 days 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.
#transgender
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Trans dad shares sweet conversation with child about gender: "I decided to grow up to be a boy" - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender dad explains his journey to his child, emphasizing identity and acceptance in a loving conversation.
NYC LGBT
fromVogue
5 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.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Trans dad shares sweet conversation with child about gender: "I decided to grow up to be a boy" - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender dad explains his journey to his child, emphasizing identity and acceptance in a loving conversation.
NYC LGBT
fromVogue
5 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.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 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.
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
2 days 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
#minneapolis
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days 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.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
5 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.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 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
fromAdvocate.com
2 days 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.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
5 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.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 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.
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

Freedom of speech can never trump liberation - LGBTQ Nation

A chief tenet of liberation is the freedom to define oneself while being accorded the rights and privileges established and guaranteed under law and social standing.
Social justice
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.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Dominique Jackson to serve as NYC Pride grand marshal for a second time | amNewYork

Dominique Jackson will serve as a grand marshal at the NYC Pride March for the second time, having previously participated in 2019.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
4 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
fromLGBTQ Nation
10 months ago

MAGA pastor begs Christians to stop calling people "gay" because it's "insulting" - LGBTQ Nation

Everett Piper argues against labeling individuals by their sexual orientation, equating such labels to animalistic instincts and suggesting support for conversion therapy.
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
3 days 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.
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SF LGBT
fromwww.advocate.com
1 week ago

Advocate newsletter 3/31/26

Trans people and gender-nonconforming individuals embody the beauty of humanity and resist erasure through their stories and actions.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
4 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.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 week 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.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Advocate newsletter 3/30/26

Black and LGBTQ+ entertainers face significant challenges in America, with activism being crucial for visibility and representation.
NYC LGBT
fromRewire News Group
3 weeks ago

Queer Muslims Find Community Through Ramadan

The LGBT Community Center in New York City celebrates its tenth annual iftar, providing a vital sanctuary for queer Muslims to embrace their intersectional identities during Ramadan.
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
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 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
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month 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.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

Just show up: How to join the fight for LGBTQ+ rights when you don't have a queer loved one - LGBTQ Nation

Allies and families must actively engage with school policymakers to ensure LGBTQ+ students are included in safety and anti-bullying policies.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

How a Black-led, queer-affirming church is thriving in the South

An LGBTQ-affirming Black Pentecostal church in Atlanta grew from a living-room gathering into a diverse, politically engaged spiritual and civic hub amid rising anti-LGBTQ attacks.
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

These LGBTQ+ married couples aren't afraid to show their love

A new campaign from GLAAD aims to spotlight queer married couples, asking for submissions from those whose lives have been made better by having the legal right to marry. GLAAD I Found You uplifts "married queer couples finding each other and celebrating joy, the same as any other couple who decides to make this life-changing commitment."
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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.
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

"Totally heartbreaking": Major Pride organization abruptly announces closure - LGBTQ Nation

We recognize the deep importance Tucson Pride has held in our community since 1977, serving as a space of visibility, advocacy, celebration, and resilience for nearly five decades. We are profoundly grateful to every volunteer, sponsor, artist, activist, and community member who has supported Tucson Pride throughout its history.
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LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'LGBTQ+ museum lets community tell their stories'

Queer Britain preserves and showcases UK LGBTQ+ history, honoring trailblazers, memorializing HIV/AIDS victims, and celebrating diverse community cultures.
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