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Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 hours 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.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
19 hours ago

Don't fall for WSJ's 'normal gay' whitewashing of queer life

Being gay does not equate to being queer; queerness is a broader ideological project that challenges norms.
Arts
fromBrownstoner
2 hours ago

Arts Gowanus' 2026 Season Includes Gala and Pride Art Show

Artists can submit work for 'The Tower Show' exhibition as part of Arts Gowanus' busy 2026 lineup.
Television
fromQueerty
19 hours ago

The secretly queer world of Animorphs might finally go mainstream in new reboot - Queerty

Disney+ is developing a new TV adaptation of Animorphs, a YA book series about teens who can transform into animals to fight an alien invasion.
fromBrooklyn Paper
20 hours ago

New York City's first Trans Art Fest showcases, connects and empowers trans artists * Brooklyn Paper

Carter Shocket stated, 'They kind of felt like they happened and then they were over, like it wasn't a long-lasting kind of project. It was just a flash-in-the-pan kind of thing.'
Brooklyn
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
2 days ago

These LGBTQ+ books are being banned & people are making noise so it doesn't go unnoticed - Queerty

404 Day highlights the issue of Internet censorship in public libraries and schools, particularly affecting access to constitutionally protected websites.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 day 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.
Books
fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago

Briefly Noted Book Reviews

The novels explore complex themes of intimacy, loss, and coping mechanisms in relationships between young women and older figures.
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
4 days ago

Was Whitney Houston LGBTQ+? Here's what we know about the music legend's sexuality

In 2009, Tina Brown claims the artist has had a series of steamy same sex affairs which her brother, Bobby Brown, Houston's husband, was allegedly aware of. She told the National Enquirer, 'It's no secret. I've seen her with a woman a couple of times. They were walking around without shirts on when I came in the house.'
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#lgbtq
fromQueerty
5 days ago
Film

WATCH: This shocking camboy drama pushes queer cinema into provocative new territory - Queerty

fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago
SF LGBT

A librarian was fired for refusing to hide LGBTQ+ books from kids. Then something amazing happened. - LGBTQ Nation

fromQueerty
1 day ago
LGBT

Being less shallow, frolicking on nude beaches & no more closeted Republicans: Gays share how they've changed over the years - Queerty

Books
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Heated Rivalry's success may reignite LGBTQ+ publishing

Heated Rivalry's success has boosted LGBTQ+ literature, particularly Rachel Reid's book, despite challenges in the publishing industry.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
23 hours ago

I live in Colorado. Conversion therapy destroyed my life. - LGBTQ Nation

Conversion therapy causes significant harm, and recent Supreme Court rulings threaten the safety and well-being of LGBTQ youth.
Film
fromQueerty
5 days ago

WATCH: This shocking camboy drama pushes queer cinema into provocative new territory - Queerty

Blue Film is a provocative camboy drama exploring taboo subjects and complex human relationships between a sex worker and his former teacher.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
23 hours ago

Influencer gushes over the power of gay moms in emotional video: "I'm just proud of you" - LGBTQ Nation

Children of gay moms learn authenticity and courage from their parents' choices.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

A librarian was fired for refusing to hide LGBTQ+ books from kids. Then something amazing happened. - LGBTQ Nation

Library director Luanne James was fired for refusing to remove LGBTQ+ books from youth access, sparking significant community support and fundraising efforts.
LGBT
fromQueerty
1 day ago

Being less shallow, frolicking on nude beaches & no more closeted Republicans: Gays share how they've changed over the years - Queerty

Gay individuals experience continuous evolution, particularly through coming out, learning from mistakes, and prioritizing mental health and relationships.
Books
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Heated Rivalry's success may reignite LGBTQ+ publishing

Heated Rivalry's success has boosted LGBTQ+ literature, particularly Rachel Reid's book, despite challenges in the publishing industry.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
23 hours ago

I live in Colorado. Conversion therapy destroyed my life. - LGBTQ Nation

Conversion therapy causes significant harm, and recent Supreme Court rulings threaten the safety and well-being of LGBTQ youth.
Writing
fromThe Nation
6 days ago

My Years-Long Fight to Say "They"

The author reflects on their journey of writing about their experiences as a Jehovah's Witness and the challenges faced in publishing.
Silicon Valley food
fromQueerty
1 week ago

"Are you a brunch gay?" Gays sound off on the most polarizing meal - Queerty

Brunch is a polarizing meal, cherished by some and detested by others, especially within LGBTQ+ communities.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
2 days ago

How Manhattan's 'last queer bookstore' just might be saved by a Bushwick peer

The Bureau of General Services - Queer Division in Manhattan faces closure unless Hive Mind Books acquires it and raises funds.
fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago

The Black Daughters of the American Revolution

Karen Batchelor's discovery of her eligibility for the Daughters of the American Revolution was surprising, given the organization's long history of racism and elitism.
Social justice
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
5 days 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.
#queer-cinema
Television
fromQueerty
5 days 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.
fromQueerty
5 days ago
SF LGBT

WATCH: What do a lumberjack, a fireman & a f*ckboi have in common? This steamy short film series reveals all - Queerty

Television
fromQueerty
5 days 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.
fromQueerty
5 days ago
SF LGBT

WATCH: What do a lumberjack, a fireman & a f*ckboi have in common? This steamy short film series reveals all - Queerty

#trans-rights
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
19 hours 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.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
19 hours 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.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

Trans activist tests bathroom ban by defying it in front of Capitol Police - LGBTQ Nation

Samantha Boucher tested Kansas' trans bathroom ban on Trans Day of Visibility, highlighting enforcement challenges and advocating for trans rights.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

World's biggest trans flag unfurled: "It stands for our resistance and triumphs" - LGBTQ Nation

A massive trans Pride flag was unfurled in Brisbane, Australia, to honor the Trans Day of Visibility, emphasizing rights for trans and gender diverse individuals.
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Baldwin by Nicholas Boggs review the relationships that drove a genius

James Baldwin's legacy has been revitalized, particularly through Raoul Peck's documentary, despite earlier criticisms of his work and its relevance.
Brooklyn
fromBronx Times
3 days ago

Black women bookstore owners gather at The Lit Bar to celebrate their inaugural bookstore crawl - Bronx Times

Black women bookstore owners emphasize community, self-care, and resilience in their literary spaces during a panel discussion in Mott Haven.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

What is the trans gaze? It's relief and recognition between strangers on a train

Trans women share a unique, unspoken connection on the New York City subway, recognized through brief, meaningful glances.
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days 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
Running
fromiRunFar
2 weeks ago

What Pride Forgets

Pride in running manifests as overvaluing oneself and aiming beyond true capabilities, causing runners to ignore limitations and make poor decisions that undermine performance and safety.
#lgbtq-rights
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

Outrage at Stonewall after Supreme Court voids Colorado's conversion therapy ban

Activists rallied at Stonewall National Monument in response to a Supreme Court ruling protecting conversion therapy as free speech.
#transgender-day-of-visibility
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago
SF LGBT

We especially need to uplift joyous Black trans lives on this Trans Day of Visibility - LGBTQ Nation

SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

We especially need to uplift joyous Black trans lives on this Trans Day of Visibility - LGBTQ Nation

Transgender Day of Visibility celebrates Black trans lives and contributions while addressing ongoing violence against the community.
SF LGBT
fromMission Local
1 week ago

Meet the people driving trans visibility in San Francisco

The International Transgender Day of Visibility celebrates trans contributions, with activists like Cal Calamia advocating for non-binary inclusion in sports.
LGBT
fromQueerty
1 day ago

"I'm gonna hold your tip when I say this": A rancid Grindr take has the gays talking - Queerty

Grindr's entrenched culture includes persistent racism, with users openly expressing racial preferences in dating, reflecting ongoing issues within the queer community.
Relationships
fromQueerty
2 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.
Arts
from48 hills
2 weeks ago

Drama Masks: Monsters in our midst, as Black and queer history looms - 48 hills

A Bay Area theatre critic prioritizes honest reviews over free event access, evaluating whether performances justify audience spending while acknowledging indie artists' resource constraints and limited venue availability.
#transgender
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago
NYC LGBT

Indelible' voices: How the NYC trans community is fighting erasure from a Lower East Side stage | amNewYork

NYC LGBT
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Indelible' voices: How the NYC trans community is fighting erasure from a Lower East Side stage | amNewYork

Indelible is a forum for trans people to share their stories and foster understanding.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

8 unapologetically trans-owned businesses redefining fashion, art, and more - LGBTQ Nation

Trans individuals significantly influence culture and deserve visibility and support, especially through trans-owned businesses.
#transgender-rights
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Miss Major remembered: LGBTQ+ rights advocates honor her legacy

Miss Major Griffin-Gracy spent over five decades advocating for transgender equality, surviving incarceration and discrimination while leading legal and community initiatives.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Remembering trailblazing trans activist Miss Major

Miss Major Griffin-Gracy spent over five decades fighting for transgender equality, transforming personal hardship into sustained leadership and advocacy.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

Trump celebrates the Trans Day of Visibility by attacking trans people - LGBTQ Nation

Donald Trump issued a statement attacking trans people and detailing measures taken to restrict their rights during his presidency.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
5 days ago

White House denigrates non-cisgender people on Trans Day of Visibility

Trump's statement on Transgender Day of Visibility attacks transgender identity and promotes a narrative against LGBTQ+ rights.
Miscellaneous
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

The Black lesbian poet & activist who preached intersectionality before the word even existed - LGBTQ Nation

Pat Parker's poetry insisted that race, gender, sexuality, and class were inseparable forces shaping Black lesbian experience and American political life.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

Shocking video shows man attacking gay reality TV couple's vehicle in road rage incident - LGBTQ Nation

A road rage incident in West Hollywood involved a man attacking a gay couple's car while they were inside, fearing for their safety.
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

12 portraits of transgender beauty and resilience in the Deep South

Exploring Transgender Identity in South Carolina is a candid photographic and interview-based documentation of transgender life in South Carolina. This project offers a contemporary visual record of a community that exists largely outside of that narrative yet within its realities.
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NYC LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Made in Fire Island: how artists were at the heart of the LGBTQ+ mecca

Leilah Babirye's journey to Fire Island reveals its rich history as a haven for LGBTQ+ artists and their creative expressions.
LGBT
fromGothamist
3 days 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.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

How becoming a drag queen allowed this trans man to finally be his complete self - LGBTQ Nation

Juniper Brown's journey through gender dysphoria led him to embrace his identity as a drag queen, overcoming childhood anxiety and adversity.
SF LGBT
fromBronx Times
6 days ago

'You saved my life': How one Bronx social worker helps transgender patients recover with dignity - Bronx Times

Asha Lyons provides vital support to transgender patients during recovery, emphasizing the importance of visibility and care in their journeys.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

He witnessed the Stonewall riots. Now he's a lifelong ally

The Stonewall riots began on June 27, 1969, marking a pivotal moment in LGBTQ+ history and resistance against police raids.
fromQueerty
4 days ago

"There's no way I could ever forget the fake boobs": Bryon Noem's alleged femdom speaks out - Queerty

Lydia Love stated, 'He wanted to be the star of the show and really show off. I would hype him up.' This highlights Noem's desire for attention and validation during their interactions.
LGBT
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

John Lithgow claims JK Rowling's anti-trans activism as been "twisted & misrepresented" - LGBTQ Nation

John Lithgow defends his decision to play Dumbledore despite disagreeing with JK Rowling's views on trans identity.
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
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Teaching LGBTQ History is Required in California but Many Teachers Still Hesitate

LGBTQ history is legally mandated in California education, highlighting its importance despite pushback from some parents and students.
Film
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

These 10 essential movies about Black people with HIV will open your heart & mind - LGBTQ Nation

On-screen representation of people living with HIV remains extremely limited across platforms, with especially poor representation of Black people and few meaningful portrayals.
Books
fromTime Out New York
1 month ago

NYC's top Black and queer-owned bookstore just revealed its best books for Black History Month

Gladys Books & Wine centers Black queer stories, serving as a Bed-Stuy bookstore and wine bar offering community, literary events, and Black love–focused programming.
Television
fromQueerty
2 months ago

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

February streaming brings numerous queer movies, TV shows, specials, premieres and reboots across major platforms, including Search Party seasons 1–5 on Netflix (Feb 5).
LGBT
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

'Being gay feels like a liability again': More LGBTQ+ workers are staying in the closet

Despite corporate pride initiatives, LGBTQ+ employees are increasingly hiding their identities at work, with nearly half now less open about their identity than a year ago.
Social justice
fromMedium
3 years ago

Confessions of a Race Writer

Race writers risk performing a narrowed, victimized 'blackness' while often holding privilege and a platform to speak for marginalized people.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks 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
fromBuzzFeed
3 weeks ago

10 Times People Totally Unfairly Scrutinized Queer TV Shows... Literally Just For Being Queer

Heated Rivalry celebrates queer love without narrative punishment, while facing backlash for depicting non-straight romance with similar graphic content to mainstream shows like Bridgerton.
#conversion-therapy
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

They can take down the flag, but they can't take down the history of Stonewall

A newcomer in 1993 navigated New York City as a closeted aspiring actor, drawn to Christopher Street and the modest, historically significant Stonewall Inn.
#stonewall-national-monument
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

These oft-overlooked icons show why Black queer history still matters (now more than ever) - LGBTQ Nation

Black History Month is a time to acknowledge and celebrate the achievements and courageous acts of people of African descent in the United States and around the world. This year, Black History month celebrates its 100th anniversary. And yet, Black History Month has failed to fully acknowledge or celebrate the contributions of Black LGBTQ+ people. Just as Pride Month remains overwhelmingly white in its representation, Black History Month continues to be deeply homophobic in its omissions.
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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.
LGBT
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

12 Powerful LGBTQ+ Celebrity Coming Out Stories That Helped Me Find My Voice

Black LGBTQ+ celebrities' public coming-out experiences provide crucial visibility that helps queer youth embrace their identities and live authentically.
LGBT
fromQueerty
1 month ago

This Valentine's Day, why not revisit one of the most romantic queer love stories ever told? - Queerty

Maurice (1987) is a lush, groundbreaking period film portraying queer longing, secrecy, and the pursuit of love in early 1900s England under criminalizing social norms.
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
2 months ago

The LGBTQ+ book industry is struggling amid attacks by the Trump administration

Since Trump returned to the White House for his second term in January 2025, he has signed several executive orders targeting the LGBTQ+ community - particularly the trans community - including proclaiming the official policy of the US is that there are "only two sexes", banning transgender people from serving in the military, restricting gender-affirming healthcare for trans youngsters under the age 19 and barring trans women and girls from female sports. He has also moved to eliminate diversity, equity and inclusion programmes across the government and in the military.
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LGBT
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Drag Can Save a Life in New York City-if People Show Up

Black and trans drag performers create daring nightlife art while facing severe economic insecurity, relying on crowdfunding and mutual aid despite hopes for policy change.
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.
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