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SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
19 hours 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
fromLGBTQ Nation
19 hours 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.
Film
fromQueerty
16 hours 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.
Mindfulness
fromBig Think
1 day ago

The "rawdogging" trend: A new term for an ancient practice

Rawdogging refers to engaging in introspection without distractions, particularly during flights, highlighting our struggle with downtime.
California
fromKqed
11 hours ago

Planned Parenthood Clinic Turns to Cosmetic Care Amid Loss of Federal Funding | KQED

Increased interest in aesthetic services is noted, alongside legal challenges regarding election ballot seizures in California.
Public health
fromThe Nation
17 hours ago

Public Health Needs to Get Off the Laptop and Into the Streets

Transformational experiences in South Africa with TAC emphasized the importance of community engagement and effective communication in health education.
fromSFGATE
20 hours ago

This Bay Area sex researcher made an online survey. 1 million people answered.

Aella has created the largest dataset on human sexuality in history, utilizing data from over 1 million participants to explore various sexual traits and behaviors.
Silicon Valley
SF politics
fromJezebel
22 hours ago

Missouri Decides Pregnant Women Should Be Allowed to Leave Bad Marriages

Missouri law now allows pregnant women to obtain divorces, removing previous restrictions that hindered their legal options.
Medicine
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

Almost Every Time I Orgasm, I Have an Involuntary Reaction. It Terrifies Me.

Severe orgasm headaches can occur in some individuals, causing intense pain and discomfort during climax.
#lgbtq-rights
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day 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
11 hours 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.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day 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
11 hours 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.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Female athletes' fertility is still a blind spot | Letter

Changes to insurance for female athletes are positive, but fertility support remains a critical issue that needs addressing.
Health
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

My Birth Control Is Holding My Sex Life Back. I Want to Be Unleashed!

Choosing the right birth control depends on individual circumstances and medical history, with a focus on personal preferences and libido effects.
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
13 hours ago

You know you have a high-quality woman in your life if you feel more like yourself around her than you do alone - not because she completes you, but because her presence creates the specific condition under which the version of you that doesn't need to perform anything gets to simply exist - Silicon Canals

Authentic relationships allow individuals to be themselves without the pressure of performance.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 day 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.
#lgbtq
fromQueerty
1 day ago
LGBT

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

fromLGBTQ Nation
13 hours ago
LGBT

These hospitals caved to Trump & cut trans health care. Now a court is making them bring it back. - LGBTQ Nation

fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago
LGBT

Why is conversion therapy so harmful? It's all about how young people form their identities. - LGBTQ Nation

Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 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
fromAdvocate.com
17 hours ago

Advocate newsletter 4/9/26

Two Republican congressmen from Georgia participated in drag during high school despite their anti-LGBTQ+ views.
LGBT
fromQueerty
1 day 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
1 day 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
fromLGBTQ Nation
13 hours ago

These hospitals caved to Trump & cut trans health care. Now a court is making them bring it back. - LGBTQ Nation

Children's hospitals in Minnesota are reinstating gender-affirming care for youth after a temporary pause due to federal funding threats.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

Why is conversion therapy so harmful? It's all about how young people form their identities. - LGBTQ Nation

Conversion therapy significantly harms LGBTQ+ youth, increasing suicidality and emotional distress during their critical identity-forming years.
#minneapolis
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
2 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
1 day 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
2 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
1 day 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.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

What to know about the controversial practice of orgasmic meditation'

Nicole Daedone's OneTaste, promoting orgasmic meditation, faced severe backlash after coercion allegations led to her federal prison sentence.
#bdsm
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

My Boyfriend Wants Me to Play a New Risque Role in Bed. But My History Will Make It Impossible.

Communicate boundaries clearly and compassionately regarding BDSM interests due to past trauma.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

My Boyfriend Wants Me to Play a New Risque Role in Bed. But My History Will Make It Impossible.

Communicate boundaries clearly and compassionately regarding BDSM interests due to past trauma.
London startup
fromQueerty
2 weeks ago

Buzz builds around unexpected douching hack & hungry bottoms are all in - Queerty

A-BALL is a new invention that offers an alternative to douching for gay men, raising over $233,000 on Kickstarter.
Medicine
fromQueerty
1 week ago

How did bottoms prep back in the day? A brief history of douching - Queerty

A new douching alternative, the A-Ball, raised over $100,000 on Kickstarter, indicating significant interest in modern hygiene methods for sexual readiness.
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day 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.'
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#marriage
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago
Relationships

I'm 65 and I recently realized I have spent my entire marriage being the strong one, and now that I actually need someone to be strong for me I don't know how to ask without feeling like I'm dismantling a promise I made forty years ago - Silicon Canals

Long-term role rigidity in marriage can lead to one partner becoming the sole pillar, creating an imbalance that may hinder growth and change.
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.
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

I'm 65 and I recently realized I have spent my entire marriage being the strong one, and now that I actually need someone to be strong for me I don't know how to ask without feeling like I'm dismantling a promise I made forty years ago - Silicon Canals

Long-term role rigidity in marriage can lead to one partner becoming the sole pillar, creating an imbalance that may hinder growth and change.
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.
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
6 days ago

Fans are loving this "passenger princess" & his new poly alliance on Survivor 50 - Queerty

Survivor's 50th season features significant LGBTQ+ representation and drama, particularly highlighted by a recent episode with close interactions between castaways.
Relationships
fromHuffPost
4 days ago

Embracing 'Outercourse' Might Totally Transform Your Sex Life

Outercourse encompasses various sexual activities beyond penetration, enhancing sexual pleasure and intimacy.
#orgasm-gap
Women in technology
fromHuffPost
2 weeks ago

This Sex Position Reliably Gets Women Off, And You May Not Have Heard Of It

Women in heterosexual relationships often experience fewer orgasms than men, but techniques like the coital alignment technique can enhance sexual satisfaction.
Women in technology
fromHuffPost
2 weeks ago

This Sex Position Reliably Gets Women Off, And You May Not Have Heard Of It

Women in heterosexual relationships often experience fewer orgasms than men, but techniques like the coital alignment technique can enhance sexual satisfaction.
LGBT
fromPsychology Today
1 day 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.
Health
fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks ago

I sent my son to college with emergency contraception, and I taught him to think about women's pleasure

Parents should discuss contraception, sexual wellness, and women's pleasure with sons early, normalizing male responsibility for reproductive health and emergency preparedness.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
4 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.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Before You Share Your Body, Ask: Do They Know You?

Physical intimacy often occurs before emotional intimacy, highlighting a paradox in relationships where vulnerability is avoided despite physical closeness.
#abortion-care
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Connecting the dots: Attacks on abortion and gender-affirming care are inextricably linked

Abortion care and gender-affirming care restrictions share similar tactics and challenges, particularly affecting young people with limited resources.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Attacks on abortion and gender-affirming care are inextricably linked

Abortion care and gender-affirming care restrictions share similar tactics and target vulnerable young populations facing significant barriers to access.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Connecting the dots: Attacks on abortion and gender-affirming care are inextricably linked

Abortion care and gender-affirming care restrictions share similar tactics and challenges, particularly affecting young people with limited resources.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Attacks on abortion and gender-affirming care are inextricably linked

Abortion care and gender-affirming care restrictions share similar tactics and target vulnerable young populations facing significant barriers to access.
Relationships
fromHuffPost
5 days ago

The Best Sex Positions For People Over 60, According To Sex Experts

Aging can change sexuality, but satisfying sex is possible with adjustments and a focus on comfort.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 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.
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
5 days ago

There is a specific kind of couple that fights about dishes, laundry, and thermostat settings for fifteen years before one of them finally says the real sentence, which is: I need to know that you see what I do without me having to build a case for it every time. - Silicon Canals

Couples often argue about trivial matters like chores, but these disputes reflect deeper emotional needs and unresolved issues in the relationship.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago

My Boyfriend Has a Naughty Desire. But His Double Standard Is So Unfair, I Think I Have to Reject It on Principle.

Balancing personal desires and partner boundaries is crucial in sexual relationships.
Relationships
fromQueerty
1 week ago

Sexpert explains the science behind "just okay" oral & why BJs don't always end in climax - Queerty

Oral sex often doesn't lead to climax for men due to different sensations compared to penetration.
LGBT
fromQueerty
6 days ago

Cavorting with chatbots?! Survey reveals whether people think sexting with AI is cheating - Queerty

AI is transforming interactions within the LGBTQ+ community, impacting relationships and social dynamics significantly.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

I Love Sex With Other Women. I Can't Explain My Most Persistent Fantasy.

Changing unwanted sexual fantasies is difficult, especially when they are tied to negative past experiences.
#sexual-desire
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago
Psychology

How to Have More Sex in 2026

Chronic stress and pressure suppress sexual desire; reducing obligation and prioritizing pleasure, play, and imagination creates conditions that allow desire to emerge.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

When adults told me to stop talking loudly about safer sex, I started a Black gay HIV prevention program - LGBTQ Nation

Sexual health education through peer demonstration and honest conversation about desire versus safety practices among LGBTQ+ youth reduces the gap between knowledge and protective behavior.
#sexual-health
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

When My Girlfriend Went Down on Me, I Instantly Knew Something Was Very Wrong. Then I Realized What She'd Done.

Spicy food can cause discomfort during oral sex, leading to communication issues between partners.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

I Can't Go Down on My Husband Right Now. What He Plans to Do Instead Is Wild.

Using a vacuum hose for sexual pleasure is dangerous and unnecessary; safer alternatives like sex toys exist.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

When My Girlfriend Went Down on Me, I Instantly Knew Something Was Very Wrong. Then I Realized What She'd Done.

Spicy food can cause discomfort during oral sex, leading to communication issues between partners.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

I Can't Go Down on My Husband Right Now. What He Plans to Do Instead Is Wild.

Using a vacuum hose for sexual pleasure is dangerous and unnecessary; safer alternatives like sex toys exist.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
1 month ago

I'm Physically Disabled, and I Have a Vibrant Sex Life. These Accessible Sex Toys Help

Accessible, adaptive sex toys and sex tech enable pleasurable sexual experiences for disabled bodies across varied abilities and partnered scenarios.
fromScary Mommy
2 weeks ago

Soft Swapping Explained By Experts, Including How To Pitch It To Your Partner

Soft swapping sits in the gray area between monogamy and full partner exchange. Unlike traditional swinging, soft swappers set rules around what acts they can engage in with others.
Relationships
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

HIV impacts hundreds of thousands of women. Here's how. - LGBTQ Nation

The truth, of course, is that anyone can contract HIV, given the right circumstance, and according to the Yale University Library's online exhibition " We Are Everywhere: Lesbians in the Archive," by 1991 roughly 40% of HIV-positive people and 12% of AIDS patients in the U.S. were women. But a combination of longstanding bias in the medical field and the perception of HIV/AIDS as a gay epidemic led to women being excluded from research studies and clinical trials.
Public health
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

I Can Reliably Orgasm When I Have Sex. But It's Actually a Curse!

It's absolutely possible to be experiencing pelvic pain due to orgasm. Firstly, you live in your body full time, and you're present for every orgasm you have, so I'm inclined to trust the pattern you're seeing. Secondly, I've known more than one person who enjoys sex but actively avoids orgasms for the exact same reason as you.
Health
Relationships
fromScary Mommy
3 weeks ago

Why "Praise Kink" Might Be The Perfect Dirty Talk For You & Your Partner

Praise kink is a sexual desire for affirmation and positive feedback that activates the brain's reward center, making it an accessible entry point into kink exploration for partners seeking deeper connection.
#sexual-communication
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

There's One Way I Can Achieve Orgasm. The Trouble Is That I Need My Boyfriend to Leave the Room to Do It.

A woman comfortable with not orgasming during partnered sex should not feel pressured to change this when her partner repeatedly raises the topic despite her clear boundaries.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

There's One Way I Can Achieve Orgasm. The Trouble Is That I Need My Boyfriend to Leave the Room to Do It.

A woman comfortable with not orgasming during partnered sex should not feel pressured to change this when her partner repeatedly raises the topic despite her clear boundaries.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

I Want to Teach My Girlfriend a New Trick in Bed. The Problem Is Where I Learned It From.

A man seeks advice on whether to teach his girlfriend a specific oral technique he learned from another woman during their breakup, fearing jealousy despite her stated desire to make him orgasm.
Relationships
fromHuffPost
3 weeks ago

The Truth About Sex After 70 That No One Tells You

Societal taboos and ageist attitudes create mystery around older adult sexuality, but comprehensive sex education and open dialogue can normalize and improve sexual experiences in later life.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

I Really Need My Boyfriend to Go Down on Me. What He Does Instead Is Maddening.

Sexual incompatibility rooted in unresolved fear or insecurity requires honest communication and exploration of alternative ways to express intimacy and devotion beyond specific acts.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

My Husband and I Host Sex Parties. We're Feuding Over the Next Guest of Honor.

Inviting an ex to a sex party with a no-contact agreement creates awkwardness and contradicts typical party dynamics where all attendees are assumed available unless explicitly excluded.
fromHuffPost
1 month ago

Sex Therapists Say They Would NEVER Do These Things In the Bedroom

The realm of intimate relationships is wide and diverse, providing endless opportunities to discover joy, pleasure and connection. But exploring new ground without consent from both parties may cause unease, betrayals of confidence and even injury. A good sexual relationship depends on this kind of conversation because it ensures that any exploration is grounded in permission and mutual curiosity, strengthening the connection and enhancing the experience for both parties.
Relationships
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

Is This the Year You Get Back to the Basics of Sex?

In the past, when we've done these analyses, we've seen couples express an interest in bondage play or sensory play. But this year, we're almost seeing a shift towards getting back to basics. I found it so interesting that regardless of gender, age or where you live, people want more oral sex.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

I Went Down on One of My Good Friends. He Has No Idea It Was Me.

A few years ago, I, a 21-year-old man, agreed to take part in a stupid frat hazing activity. Unbeknownst to "Felipe," a 21-year-old man, I performed oral sex on him during that activity while he was blindfolded. At the time, Felipe was just an acquaintance-we didn't become good friends until much later. Felipe's big brother at the frat, "Ron," is the only person besides me who knows that I performed oral on Felipe.
LGBT
Relationships
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

Ladies, We've Got To Stop Being Afraid To Sit On Our Partner's Faces (They *Love* It)

Men often enjoy face-sitting because it intensifies intimacy, centers the woman's pleasure, and creates a reversed power dynamic many find erotic.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

This is how we do it: Having threesomes has totally transformed us in and out of bed'

Since my first pregnancy in my late 20s, my libido's been much lower than Eric's. But when I started perimenopause, I experienced this surge of desire (and curiosity) again, and he and I began to discuss our fantasies. Both of us were turned on by the idea of a threesome with another man, so a couple of years ago, I asked Eric if he'd be up for going to an adult social club.
Relationships
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

The Guy I'm Sleeping With Crossed a Line During Sex. Could His Excuse Actually Be True?

Believe and respect partners' verbal boundaries about bodily limits; prioritize individual disclosures over stereotypes and stop sexual activity when a partner objects.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

My Wife Can Get Me to the Finish Line in Many Ways. Except the One I Really Want.

Some men cannot reach orgasm from oral stimulation; trying temporary abstinence, prostate stimulation, or adjusting stimulation dynamics may help but results are not guaranteed.
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

I'm Having the Most Intense Sex of My Life. There's Just One Catch.

My husband and I have a great sex life that I love. He gets me off consistently with his fingers on my clit, and my orgasms are body-shattering and euphoric. However, ever since I first had sex, I've always been a little surprised and disappointed by how little sensation I feel in my vaginal canal. I can feel a penis, fingers, and toys go in, but once they're in, it's sort of a vague sensation of fullness, and nice, but not much.
Relationships
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

When Sexual Frequency Becomes the Silent Issue

Unspoken sexual expectations within monogamy create conflict when desire changes asymmetrically, often after childbirth or menopause, requiring frank conversation to revive intimacy.
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

I Got Into Bed With a Couple. When Our Clothes Came Off, I Had a Reaction I Couldn't Control.

I am a bisexual, 50-year-old woman who enjoys threesomes, including with the most common configuration of a bisexual woman partnered with a straight male. All my past encounters have been amazing-open communication, everyone hot for everyone, natural transitions between constellations of two and three people interacting. However, last night I ended up in bed with a couple, and once we got our clothes off, something happened.
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