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People Are Sharing The Vulnerable Reasons They're Not Having Children And It's Beyond Eye-Opening

It's okay not to want children, despite societal and familial pressures.

Ohio Passes Sweeping Anti-Trans College Bathroom Ban

Ohio has passed a significant anti-transgender bathroom ban impacting both public and private institutions.
#gender-identity

A nonbinary Census? American Community Survey tests questions on sexual orientation and gender identity

The U.S. Census Bureau will start including LGBTQ+ identity questions to gain accurate population data.

Census Bureau to test questions to better represent the LGBTQ+ community

The U.S. Census Bureau is testing questions on sexual orientation and gender identity to better serve the LGBTQ+ community.

Census Bureau soon will ask about sexual and gender identity

The U.S. Census Bureau is considering including questions about sexual orientation and gender identity in upcoming surveys, aiming for better recognition and allocation of resources for the LGBTQ+ community.

What do MLM and WLW mean in LGBTQ+ slang? Here's what you need to know

Understanding LGBTQ+ terms like MLM and WLW is crucial for inclusive communication and recognition of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities.

Number of Gen Z who say they are gay or bisexual doubles to 22%

Each younger generation is twice as likely as one before it to identify as LGBTQ+
Bisexuality is the most common LGBTQ+ identification among Generation Z

Central Coast's new culture war flashpoint: High school sex-ed

Sex education teacher Jamie Cutter teaches an inclusive curriculum for high school students that goes beyond basic sex-ed.
Parents are objecting to inclusive sex education due to the politicization of sexual orientation and gender identity.

A nonbinary Census? American Community Survey tests questions on sexual orientation and gender identity

The U.S. Census Bureau will start including LGBTQ+ identity questions to gain accurate population data.

Census Bureau to test questions to better represent the LGBTQ+ community

The U.S. Census Bureau is testing questions on sexual orientation and gender identity to better serve the LGBTQ+ community.

Census Bureau soon will ask about sexual and gender identity

The U.S. Census Bureau is considering including questions about sexual orientation and gender identity in upcoming surveys, aiming for better recognition and allocation of resources for the LGBTQ+ community.

What do MLM and WLW mean in LGBTQ+ slang? Here's what you need to know

Understanding LGBTQ+ terms like MLM and WLW is crucial for inclusive communication and recognition of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities.

Number of Gen Z who say they are gay or bisexual doubles to 22%

Each younger generation is twice as likely as one before it to identify as LGBTQ+
Bisexuality is the most common LGBTQ+ identification among Generation Z

Central Coast's new culture war flashpoint: High school sex-ed

Sex education teacher Jamie Cutter teaches an inclusive curriculum for high school students that goes beyond basic sex-ed.
Parents are objecting to inclusive sex education due to the politicization of sexual orientation and gender identity.
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#privacy

Facebook can't use your sexual orientation to target ads, EU court says

Meta cannot target users' sexual orientation for ads, regardless of public statements, according to a ruling by the EU's highest court.

Meta Can't Use Sexual Orientation to Target Ads in the EU, Court Rules

The EU court ruled that Meta cannot use users' public statements about their sexual orientation for targeted advertising, affirming privacy rights.

Facebook can't use your sexual orientation to target ads, EU court says

Meta cannot target users' sexual orientation for ads, regardless of public statements, according to a ruling by the EU's highest court.

Meta Can't Use Sexual Orientation to Target Ads in the EU, Court Rules

The EU court ruled that Meta cannot use users' public statements about their sexual orientation for targeted advertising, affirming privacy rights.
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#gallup-poll

New stats show how many people identify as LGBTQ+ in the US

LGBTQ+ identification in the US has reached nearly 8%, reflecting significant societal shifts since 2012.

The number of U.S. adults who identify as LGBTQ+ doubled in 12 years, new poll shows

The number of American adults identifying as LGBTQ+ has more than doubled in 12 years, with the latest Gallup poll showing 7.6% align with the community.
The increase in LGBTQ+ identification is particularly prominent among Generation Z and millennials, with each successive younger generation about twice as likely to identify as LGBTQ+.

New stats show how many people identify as LGBTQ+ in the US

LGBTQ+ identification in the US has reached nearly 8%, reflecting significant societal shifts since 2012.

The number of U.S. adults who identify as LGBTQ+ doubled in 12 years, new poll shows

The number of American adults identifying as LGBTQ+ has more than doubled in 12 years, with the latest Gallup poll showing 7.6% align with the community.
The increase in LGBTQ+ identification is particularly prominent among Generation Z and millennials, with each successive younger generation about twice as likely to identify as LGBTQ+.
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Surprising Questions to Test Your Sexual Well-Being

Sexual well-being involves healing past wounds and accepting your desires and identity, beyond mere satisfaction.

Parents' concerns about reproduction affect responses to their own kids coming out - LGBTQ Nation

Parents' attitudes toward children's non-heterosexual orientation may reflect concerns about future reproductive capabilities.

We have listened': gender identity question added to Australia's 2026 census after federal government backflip

The Australian government reinstated questions on gender identity and sexual orientation in the 2026 census, acknowledging community feedback and inclusivity for LGBTIQ+ Australians.
#identity

Opinion | Going Against Conventional Wisdom

Biology significantly influences sexual orientation, challenging simplistic narratives that suggest it is solely a choice.

I Was A Megachurch Pastor. Then One Question Changed Everything.

Confronting one's sexual orientation in a judgmental environment can be a path to liberation, despite the risks involved.

Ask the Aunties: I think I am gay. How do I know for sure?

Exploring one's sexual orientation can be a complex journey for young people.
People may have different experiences and realizations of their sexuality.

Opinion | Going Against Conventional Wisdom

Biology significantly influences sexual orientation, challenging simplistic narratives that suggest it is solely a choice.

I Was A Megachurch Pastor. Then One Question Changed Everything.

Confronting one's sexual orientation in a judgmental environment can be a path to liberation, despite the risks involved.

Ask the Aunties: I think I am gay. How do I know for sure?

Exploring one's sexual orientation can be a complex journey for young people.
People may have different experiences and realizations of their sexuality.
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#friendship

Oprah Winfrey and Gayle King shut down decades-old lesbian rumors: 'If we were gay, we would tell you!'

Oprah Winfrey and Gayle King address rumors about their sexual orientations and emphasize their strong bond and friendship.

John Mayer Swears He and Andy Cohen Are Just Friends

Challenging stereotypes and defending friendships regardless of sexual orientation

Oprah Winfrey and Gayle King shut down decades-old lesbian rumors: 'If we were gay, we would tell you!'

Oprah Winfrey and Gayle King address rumors about their sexual orientations and emphasize their strong bond and friendship.

John Mayer Swears He and Andy Cohen Are Just Friends

Challenging stereotypes and defending friendships regardless of sexual orientation
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#health-disparities

Lesbian and bisexual women live shorter lives than straight women. Here's why

Lesbian and bisexual women have a shorter life expectancy compared to heterosexual women due to existing health disparities and social stigma.

Lesbian and bisexual women live shorter lives than straight women. Here's why

Lesbian and bisexual women have significantly shorter life expectancies compared to straight women due to health disparities and social stigma.

Lesbian and bisexual women live shorter lives than straight women. Here's why

Lesbian and bisexual women have a shorter life expectancy compared to heterosexual women due to existing health disparities and social stigma.

Lesbian and bisexual women live shorter lives than straight women. Here's why

Lesbian and bisexual women have significantly shorter life expectancies compared to straight women due to health disparities and social stigma.
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Nicholas Galitzine feels "guilt" for taking so many gay-for-pay roles - Queerty

Nicholas Galitzine portrays queer characters but questions if he's overstepping as a heterosexual actor.

A gay couple is suing New York City over IVF denial

The city of New York is being accused of discriminating against gay male employees by denying them IVF benefits available to others.

Selling the OC star insists he's 'straight' after bisexual castmate's claims

Austin Victoria clarifies he is heterosexual amidst bisexual co-star's allegations during Selling Sunset spin-off.

Can scientific research on the causes of homosexuality be used against LGBTQ+ people?

Scientific studies indicate a correlation between having older brothers and being gay, but caution is advised due to ethical concerns and potential misinterpretation.

7.6% of adults in the U.S. now identify as LGBTQ+ according to poll

The number of U.S. adults identifying as LGBTQ+ has doubled since 2012.
Bisexuals are the largest group within the LGBTQ+ community.

US Census Bureau to trial questions on gender identity and sexual orientation

The US Census Bureau plans to test questions about sexual orientation and gender identity in its most comprehensive survey.
The test questions will be sent to 480,000 households and will ask about assigned sex at birth, gender identity, and sexual orientation.

Iowa's extreme Don't Say Gay bill challenged in new lawsuit

The ACLU of Iowa and Lambda Legal have filed a lawsuit to block an Iowa law that bans instruction on gender identity and sexual orientation in K-12 classrooms.
The law also requires school officials to notify parents if their kids request to use pronouns or names that do not correspond to their assigned sex at birth.
The lawsuit argues that the law violates the First Amendment, Equal Protection Clause, and Equal Access Act rights of Iowa students.

Americans approve of LGBTQ+ people living as they wish, but their support drops for trans people, poll shows

Americans broadly support LGBTQ+ rights, including same-sex marriage, adoption, and anti-discrimination laws, but less support is shown for transgender and nonbinary individuals.

Rebel Wilson weighs in on straight actors playing gay roles debate

Rebel Wilson believes it's unnecessary to restrict actors based on sexual orientation for role portrayal.

JD Vance once wrote that he 'convinced myself that I was gay' when he was a kid

JD Vance thought he was gay as a child but was enlightened by his grandmother's understanding and acceptance.

YouTuber Niki Demartino comes out as pansexual in emotional Pride Month post

Niki Demartino came out as pansexual and shared about her relationship with a woman, emphasizing love is love regardless of gender.

Billie Eilish is first LGBTQ+ music star to hit major Spotify milestone

Billie Eilish is the first LGBTQ+ music superstar to surpass 100 million monthly listeners on Spotify, at just 22 years old.
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