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Five of the best books about the Victorians

The Victorian era's reputation as humorless puritans was challenged by figures like Lytton Strachey and Mary Vivian Hughes.

Books like 'A London Girl of the 1880s' and 'The Other Victorians' explore the unraveling of Victorian norms and ideas about sexuality. [ more ]

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Pity by Andrew McMillan review men and memories in a Yorkshire pit town

Pity is Andrew McMillan's debut novel, following his successful poetry collections.

The novel explores male identity, sexuality, and the impact of history and politics on working-class communities in South Yorkshire. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Pity by Andrew McMillan review men and memories in a Yorkshire pit town

Andrew McMillan, known for his poetry, has written a novel called Pity, which explores male identity, sexuality, and the effects of history and politics.

Pity incorporates multiple viewpoints and narrative styles, including anonymous bystanders and fieldnotes from visiting academics. [ more ]

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A sex educator on the one question she is asked the most: 'Am I normal?'

Sex educator Emily Nagoski discusses the concept of being sex positive

Nagoski emphasizes that a person's sexuality is not a problem that needs to be solved or treated [ more ]

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This month's best paperbacks: Haruki Murakami, Sophie Mackintosh and more

Tom Crewe's debut novel, The New Life, is a richly embodied historical novel that explores themes of sexuality and morality.

Crewe expertly dramatizes moral dilemmas and conflicts between private and public acts of courage and enlightenment. [ more ]

Scary Mommy

The Best Sex Of My Life Came After My Divorce

Women may feel pressured to suppress their desires and preferences in intimate relationships due to past experiences of shame or judgement. [ more ]

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6 days ago

JavaScript

This is how we do it: Since having prostate cancer I can't get an erection, but I still get just as much pleasure'

A prostate cancer survivor shares his experience navigating intimacy and sexuality after undergoing a radical prostatectomy, highlighting the importance of communication and adaptation in relationships. [ more ]

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Emily Nagoski, sexologist: Yes, please, talk to each other about your sex lives'

Starting an interview with questions about a stranger's sex life can be unconventional but appropriate in certain contexts.

Emily Nagoski emphasizes the importance of pleasure and intimacy over the concept of 'keeping the spark alive' for fulfilling sexual experiences. [ more ]

Slate Magazine

My Drastically Changing Sex Life Feels Like Walking in a Minefield

Communicate openly with your partner about boundaries and comfort levels.

Explore personal desires and meanings of intimacy before making decisions. [ more ]

HuffPost

This Book Could Help You Keep Sex Alive In A Long-Term Relationship

"Come Together" is a guide to intimacy in long-term relationships.

The book challenges preconceived beliefs about sex and relationships. [ more ]

Boston.com

She wrote a bestseller on women's sex lives. Then her own fell apart.

Sex educator Emily Nagoski's new book focuses on maintaining intimacy in long-term relationships.

Nagoski's own experiences with her husband's sexual dry spells inspired her to write the book. [ more ]

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Polygon

4 days ago

Writing

Challengers' threesome denies viewers what they want - and gives them something better

Setting up characters through intimate scenes can establish their dynamics and motives. [ more ]

Vulture

Writing

There Are Actually Two Almost-Threesomes in Challengers

Challengers portrays relationships through competition, blurring lines between personal and athletic lives. [ more ]

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Writing

How the Lesbian Masterdoc helped a generation of lesbians like me to come out

The Lesbian Masterdoc, created by Angeli Luz, has been instrumental in helping individuals understand and accept their sexuality by breaking down compulsory heterosexuality. [ more ]

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LGBT

NBA star claims other players are having sex with men and trans women

NBA players exposed to diverse sexual encounters due to desensitization from porn leading to engagement with trans individuals and men. [ more ]

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Andrew Tate claims it's 'gay' for men to have sex with women for pleasure

Andrew Tate claims sex for pleasure is 'gay', faces backlash for controversial statements. [ more ]

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Andrew Scott 'feels lucky' to have been born gay

Andrew Scott expresses his enjoyment of being gay and feels lucky to have been born that way.

All of Us Strangers explores themes of grief, coming out, and the impact of the AIDS crisis on different generations. [ more ]

LGBTQ Nation

This mom perfectly explains what being gay is to her 4-year-old

Meredith York Carter's TikTok video explaining what it means to be gay to her four-year-old daughter has gone viral.

Users are praising Carter for her simple and patient explanation that it's okay to be gay or straight and that it's about who you love. [ more ]

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Music

Billie Eilish on her sexuality journey: 'I wanted my face in a vagina'

Billie Eilish discusses journey with sexuality, highlights importance of her song 'Lunch'. [ more ]

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Music

Taylor Swift explains why she wrote song about rumoured bisexual star Clara Bow

Taylor Swift wrote a song about Clara Bow, not focusing on her alleged sexuality but using her as a commentary on the music industry. [ more ]

LGBTQ Nation

The queer community has long struggled with bisexual inclusivity. It's even worse for bi elders.

Overcoming fear and granting oneself permission to embrace fluidity is crucial for individuals to come out and live authentically. [ more ]

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Spice Girls' Mel B 'fell in love with a woman' in five-year relationship

Mel B refuses to label her sexuality despite being in a relationship with a woman for five years, emphasizing that she is very open and supportive of the LGBTQ+ community. [ more ]

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Gay triplet TikTok star on the moment he knew he was different from his brothers

Nick Sturniolo realized he was gay after mistaking a crush on a girl for liking her boyfriend.

Coming out as gay presented a unique challenge for Nick as the only out gay Sturniolo triplet. [ more ]

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More young people than ever choose 'queer' over labels like 'gay' or 'lesbian'

More Gen Z individuals are rejecting binary labels like 'gay' and 'lesbian' in favor of more fluid labels like 'queer'.

A study found that 5% of Gen Z identified as queer, compared to 1% of Gen X and Millennials. [ more ]

Towleroad Gay News

Was Cary Grant Gay? He Was 'fluid' Jason Isaacs, Who Played The Icon Actor, Says - Towleroad Gay News

Actor Jason Isaacs describes Cary Grant as 'fluid'

Isaacs' comments bring attention to Grant's sexuality [ more ]

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2 weeks ago

Marketing

TikTok star Noah Beck shoots down 'boyfriend' claims

Noah Beck dismisses boyfriend rumors after Coachella incident. [ more ]

LGBTQ Nation

3 weeks ago

The Mormon Church is at a crossroads over LGBTQ+ folks. There's only one right way to go.

LDS Church's positions on sexuality and gender have evolved over time

Teachings on sexuality and gender in the LDS Church have undergone significant shifts and reversals. [ more ]

BuzzFeed

3 weeks ago

Black Lives Matter

An Asexual Monogamous Black Man And A Queer Poly Black Woman Make Love Theirs

Daren and Jenn Jackson embody authentic love while challenging societal norms about gender and sexuality.

Their podcast 'That Black Couple' sheds light on Black queer experiences, polyamory, and asexuality. [ more ]

HuffPost

This Couple Is Poly, Queer, Asexual And Shattering All Misconceptions

Black love has no limits in terms of gender and sexuality.

Polyamory and asexuality in Black relationships challenge stereotypes. [ more ]

Advocate.com

Music

Rapper Baby Tate's pansexual Sexploration

Baby Tate's latest EP, Sexploration: The Musical, explores her sexuality and showcases love and representation for the LGBTQ+ community.

The project features visuals for each song, presented as a musical in five acts, that explore different aspects of sexuality and gender. [ more ]

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This is the truly fascinating history of the word 'queer'

The word 'queer' has different meanings to different people.

'Queer' has been reclaimed by many LGBTQ+ people as an inclusive term. [ more ]

The Gottman Institute

What Porcupines Can Teach Us About Making Love

Sex frequency and intensity often decrease as a relationship progresses and life changes occur.

Different expectations and needs between partners, mainly regarding sex quantity and quality, can lead to dissatisfaction. [ more ]

Portland Mercury

Savage Love: Routine Maintenance

Maintenance sex is different from enthusiastic sex.

Gratitude is essential in the context of maintenance sex. [ more ]

HuffPost

People Over 50 Stripped Down For A Boudoir Shoot - And Everyone Needs To See These Pics

More people in their 50s, 60s, and beyond are participating in boudoir photography sessions.

Boudoir photography can capture qualities like joy, resilience, empowerment, and an appreciation of the body. [ more ]

HuffPost

10 Things No One Tells You About Sex After 70

Sex in older age is often surrounded by mystery and stigma.

There is a lack of comprehensive sex education tailored to older age groups. [ more ]

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Is sex with friends a bad idea? Here's what queer men had to say

Some individuals are open to having sexual relationships with their friends, while others find it emotionally complicated.

Having a friends with benefits arrangement can deepen and add an extra layer to friendships, but it may not be suitable for everyone due to jealousy and trust issues. [ more ]

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5 Big Sex Issues Gen Z-ers Bring Up In Therapy All The Time

Generation Z is less sexually active compared to older generations.

Increased smartphone use, stress, mental health struggles, and expression through virtual means are some reasons for Gen Z's sexual behavior. [ more ]

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Film

Dan Savage's 2024 HUMP Film Festival

Celebrates diversity in human desires and pleasures

Features daring and thought-provoking short erotic films [ more ]

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Science

Is Bisexuality Genetic? It's More Complex Than Some Studies Imply

A recent study suggests a genetic link between bisexuality in men and risk-taking behavior.

The study found that certain gene variants associated with bisexuality were also associated with a higher number of sexual partners and a propensity for risk-taking. [ more ]

BuzzFeed

Career

14 Employees Who Had Sex With Their Bosses, Leaving Us With Some Juicyyyyyy Tales

Bosses having sexual relationships with employees is a common issue that often goes unnoticed or unaddressed.

Promoting someone who is not deserving or lacks maturity can lead to poor judgment and unethical behavior. [ more ]

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5 months ago

Career

Are You the BEST Lover You Can Be?

In King's County, the women outnumber the men at 53%, but roughly 40% of women never marry.

Less gay marriages end in divorce, contributing to the overall statistic for successful coupling in King's County.

Liberating your sexuality and loving yourself are important in sustaining a marriage or finding satisfaction in being single. [ more ]

Queerty

Digital life

Are Gen Z guys more prudish than other gays? Here's what they had to say...

Some Reddit users believe that Gen Z individuals are more prudish and conservative about sex compared to previous generations.

This could be attributed to Gen Z's reliance on online socialization, exposure to explicit content from a young age, and difficulties in in-person socializing. [ more ]

The Atlantic

Women

Four More Years of Unchecked Misogyny

In a second Trump term, women would once again be targets.

Trump's misogyny is about enforcement and punishing women who challenge or deny him. [ more ]

New York Post