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JK Rowling has publicly criticized asexuality on International Asexuality Day, igniting backlash from the LGBTQIA+ community.

Meta faced backlash for restricting LGBTQIA+ hashtags on its platforms, impacting teen accounts for months before the issue was addressed.

NYPD celebrates Transgender Day of Visibility highlighting contributions of transgender officers.

A suspect vandalized a Pride flag at an Astoria bar and threatened workers using anti-gay slurs, prompting an investigation by the NYPD.

NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch appointed Ryan Merola as her chief of staff, making him the highest-ranking openly gay officer in the department.

The Main Library showcases zine culture through two exhibits, highlighting LGBTQIA contributions and DIY zine spirit.

Upcoming events celebrate local artists and BIPOC entrepreneurs, promoting community and creativity.

Celebrate the holidays with a vibrant showcase of LGBTQIA+ talents through music and performances at the San José Museum of Art.

BFI Flare 2025 features 130 LGBTQIA+ films and diverse interactive events.

The festival highlights love, identity, and political themes in its program sections.

Tickets will be available for various audiences from late February.

ODC/Dance's April 2025 performance features exciting new works and acclaimed repertories, celebrating diverse artistic expressions and community engagement.

BFI Flare showcases diverse LGBTQIA+ stories with a rich program highlighting worldwide queerness and resilience.

BFI Flare opens on March 19 with the premiere of The Wedding Banquet, a queer remake of a classic rom-com.

Colorful Capital, focused on investing in LGBTQIA+ founders, struggles to raise its first fund and faces uncertain future amid challenging market conditions.

Inclusivity is a competitive advantage for businesses, not a liability, despite the pressure to abandon diversity initiatives.

The Folsom Street Fair showcases diversity within the kink community, going beyond its traditional image of being largely a gay male event.

The protest aimed to celebrate diversity and unity in support of democracy.

The importance of UK Black Pride as a safe space for LGBTQIA+ Black and people of color communities, highlighting cultural heritage and diversity.

The event supports those facing discrimination based on sexuality, gender, and race, addressing marginalization within mainstream Pride events.

UK Black Pride launched a Community Action Fund to aid Black and LGBTQ+ POC organizations, focusing on inclusivity and accessibility.

Jujubee has decided to step away from drag competitions, focusing instead on creative autonomy and personal peace.

Tulisa Contostavlos identifies as demisexual, emphasizing the importance of emotional connection over physical attraction in her relationships.

Heather Dubrow is a supportive mother and advocate, yet often contradicts her stance on privacy and authenticity for her children's stories.

Parents in upstate New York protested against the inclusion of an LGBTQIA+ children's book depicting nudity and bondage at a school board meeting.

The article highlights the importance of teaching social skills to LGBTQIA+ youth in a supportive environment.

The J.S. Bryant School will provide a supportive environment specifically for LGBTQ+ teens, addressing both educational and wellness needs.

Worcester declares itself a sanctuary city for the trans and LGBTQIA+ community, protecting their rights amidst federal policies.

A suspect has been arraigned for the murder of 14-year-old trans girl Pauly Likens, moving towards trial proceedings.

Salt Lake City, despite its conservative perception, has a vibrant queer community, challenging conventional norms associated with LGBTQI+ identity.

Benny connects deeply with Río, the merman, reflecting his own duality and struggle with identity as a Puerto Rican migrant.

Lisa Power MBE has been recognized as a Heritage Game Changer for her significant contributions to LGBTQIA+ activism and conservation in the UK.

Concerns about police relations with the queer community may lead to a ban on their participation in the Mardi Gras parade.

The protester criticized the movement's shift away from using the term 'woman', emphasizing its importance in activism.

Many queer couples are hastily getting married before Trump's inauguration, utilizing group wedding ceremonies as a form of community support.

The NYPD is investigating vandalism of a memorial bench for a local LGBTQIA+ teen in Bay Ridge, targeting community values.

Heaven nightclub can reopen under strict new conditions after an alleged rape incident, emphasizing the importance of safety and community support.

The Travel Agency dispensary promotes cannabis while supporting community initiatives, including donating profits to aid formerly incarcerated individuals.

Rebel Wilson and Ramona Agruma celebrated their wedding on September 28, marking a significant moment for LGBTQIA+ representation.

Rebel Wilson and Ramona Agruma have officially married, emphasizing family inclusion and personal connections in their wedding decisions.

Transgender Day of Remembrance honors the lives lost due to violence against transgender individuals, raising awareness and supporting the community's struggles.

Transgender filmmaker Lilly Wachowski is co-producing an animated adaptation of the queer novel 'Hell Followed With Us'.

Chris Martin's interaction at a concert exemplifies how easy it is to respect pronouns in everyday life.

Bourbon & Belonging demonstrates an inclusive approach to bourbon culture, welcoming LGBTQIA+ communities and challenging traditional heteronormative spaces.

Academic librarians are facing termination as political shifts threaten libraries and education, particularly targeting support for LGBTQIA+ materials.

Multnomah County Library emphasizes the importance of resisting book censorship, especially concerning LGBTQIA+ and multicultural narratives, during Banned Books Week.

Libraries are vital spaces for LGBTQIA community exploration and expression, providing access to resources that shape identity and activism.

Sutton Stracke and Lisa Barlow express deep appreciation for their LGBTQIA+ fans, emphasizing their protective stance and the community's importance in their lives.

Heather Dubrow believes parental attitudes significantly impact children's acceptance of LGBTQIA+ identities.

Kyle Richards found discussing her sexuality with her daughters challenging, prompted by media speculation and personal introspection.

The healthcare industry is evolving towards consumer empowerment, with significant implications for access and service delivery.

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Rafael Medina's 'VERTIGEM' exhibition explores nostalgia and emotional connections through analogue photography, showcasing his return to Brazil after four years in Berlin.

Zanele Muholi captures portraits of Black queer communities in various settings, blurring the line between photography and painting, using black and white to maintain timelessness.

Emily Dodd-Noble's project highlights the celebration of individuality and beauty within Berlin's queer underground communities through powerful analogue photography.

Melania Trump supports the exclusion of transgender athletes from women's sports, citing perceived unfair physical advantages despite scientific evidence to the contrary.

Melania Trump believes trans inclusion in sports imposes ideologies on society, asserting that male-born athletes have advantages that disrupt women's sports.