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Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
13 hours 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.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
12 hours 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.
#tradwife
Women in technology
fromScary Mommy
2 days ago

Study Finds Men Who Want #TradWives Also Have High Levels Of "Hostile Sexism"

The #tradwife movement is supported by men with hostile sexism, who view women negatively and expect traditional homemaking roles.
Women in technology
fromJezebel
3 days ago

Turns Out That Guys Who Want Tradwives Aren't Fans of Women

The #TradWife movement attracts men with hostile sexism, revealing a troubling dynamic of resentment towards women.
Women in technology
fromScary Mommy
2 days ago

Study Finds Men Who Want #TradWives Also Have High Levels Of "Hostile Sexism"

The #tradwife movement is supported by men with hostile sexism, who view women negatively and expect traditional homemaking roles.
Women in technology
fromJezebel
3 days ago

Turns Out That Guys Who Want Tradwives Aren't Fans of Women

The #TradWife movement attracts men with hostile sexism, revealing a troubling dynamic of resentment towards women.
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
1 day 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.
LGBT
fromGothamist
1 day 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.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

There is a particular loneliness in being a man whose body never matched the archetype he was taught to aspire to. Not because anyone was cruel about it, but because the world built its furniture, its expectations, and its respect around a size he would never reach. - Silicon Canals

Body image issues in men stem from societal expectations and architectural norms, leading to a profound, often unacknowledged loneliness.
Law
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

Maryland lawmakers advance broad school protections, including for trans students

Maryland lawmakers are advancing legislation to expand anti-discrimination protections in education, explicitly including transgender youth and allowing legal action against schools.
Washington DC
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

America has long been obsessed with war. But true patriots glorify peace. - LGBTQ Nation

The author reflects on the impact of war and military actions throughout their life, highlighting personal and historical tragedies associated with conflict.
Philosophy
fromThe Conversation
2 days ago

Why the manosphere has an antisemitism problem

Antisemitism is prevalent in the manosphere, with influencers promoting harmful stereotypes and conspiracy theories about Jews.
NYC parents
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

Is Mandated Reporting Racist? What Families Must Know

Low reporting standards and systemic racism lead to unjust CPS reports, disproportionately affecting Black and Brown families.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against Justin Baldoni tossed out but robust case remains

Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against Justin Baldoni were dismissed, but retaliation claims remain for jury consideration.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Is calling a woman auntie' ageist harassment or a mark of respect? It's a trickier question than you think | Lola Okolosie

Respecting how individuals wish to be addressed is essential, as demonstrated by the tribunal ruling in favor of Ilda Esteves against Charles Oppong.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 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.
Writing
fromThe Nation
4 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.
fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago

The Manosphere Feels Betrayed

Joe Rogan called Trump's actions in Iran 'so insane, based on what he ran on' while admitting he still texts with Trump occasionally, reflecting a deepening conflict within the manosphere.
Right-wing politics
Retirement
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

Tough it out' was the only emotional instruction a whole generation of men ever received - and now they're sitting in retirement wondering why their body aches and nobody calls - Silicon Canals

Retirement brings a realization of emotional neglect and the need for deeper connections among men.
OMG science
fromNature
6 days ago

Daily briefing: Are boys really in crisis? What the science says

Concerns about boys should be viewed in the broader context of all young people.
Television
fromVulture
4 days ago

Why Is Survivor 50 Hiding the Women?

Survivor 50 has started well, but women contestants are receiving significantly less screen time and attention in the edit.
Science
fromNature
1 week ago

Daily briefing: Women's academic careers are knocked by parenthood much more than men's

Childcare responsibilities significantly hinder women's academic careers compared to men's, impacting job opportunities and publication rates.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Finally, the clitoris is getting the attention it deserves

Ju Young Lee, one of the researchers behind the scan, has said she's amazed it has taken so long for a project like this to materialise. The clitoris has long been understudied and misunderstood.
Medicine
#lgbtq
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

More same-sex couples than ever are living together, and most are women - LGBTQ Nation

Female same-sex couples now outnumber male same-sex couples in the U.S., with significant income disparities persisting between the two groups.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
8 months ago

Gay makeup artist mocks right-wing "bozos" for using his photo to celebrate rugged masculinity - LGBTQ Nation

A gay makeup artist humorously highlights a far-right troll's mistake in using his image to promote conventional masculinity, unaware of his true identity.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

More same-sex couples than ever are living together, and most are women - LGBTQ Nation

Female same-sex couples now outnumber male same-sex couples in the U.S., with significant income disparities persisting between the two groups.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
8 months ago

Gay makeup artist mocks right-wing "bozos" for using his photo to celebrate rugged masculinity - LGBTQ Nation

A gay makeup artist humorously highlights a far-right troll's mistake in using his image to promote conventional masculinity, unaware of his true identity.
fromApaonline
4 days ago

The Feminine as Structural Problem

The deeper I go, the more feminist I become! Yet my experience of academic philosophy has largely disclosed the opposite: a discipline that solemnly declares its devotion to openness proves curiously unsettled by me as a woman.
Philosophy
Fashion & style
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

My petty gripe: Using pink to denote HARK, THIS BE A WOMAN' is beyond the power of my lady brain to comprehend

The prevalence of pink in women's motorcycle gear and workwear is frustrating and limiting for those seeking classic styles.
#transgender-rights
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago
NYC LGBT

Thousands nationwide came together to fight back against widespread transphobia on TDOV - LGBTQ Nation

SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
4 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.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

Republicans slammed for "cruel" one-word response to the Trans Day of Visibility - LGBTQ Nation

Protesters rallied in Sioux Falls for transgender rights against anti-trans bills, while Republicans faced backlash for their dismissive response to Transgender Day of Visibility.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

Thousands nationwide came together to fight back against widespread transphobia on TDOV - LGBTQ Nation

Demonstrations for Trans Day of Visibility occurred nationwide amid rising anti-trans rhetoric, highlighting the ongoing fight for transgender rights.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
6 days ago

Transgender activists rally in D.C. as nationwide protests bring out millions

Transgender activists and allies rallied in D.C. for Trans Day of Visibility, advocating for federal protections and raising awareness of ongoing legislative issues.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 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.
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 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
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

The manosphere is dead and no one cares about Andrew Tate any more': the poet taking on toxic masculinity

Sam Browne uses performance poetry to address mental health and masculinity, aiming to change perceptions and support men in their struggles.
fromFortune
4 days ago

The more women earn, the more housework they do: inside the paradox a Wharton economist calls 'an existential problem for men' | Fortune

"Men's time doing housework is about the same as it was in the 1970s, and that's true whether or not the woman earns more money or the man earns more money."
Women
Arts
fromHyperallergic
5 days ago

Woman With Her Back to the Viewer in Gallery Photos Speaks Out

The Woman With Her Back to the Viewer embodies a modern-day Rückenfigur, revealing her unique role in the art world and personal routine.
Right-wing politics
fromWIRED
5 days ago

The Promise of 'Woke 2' Is Fueling a Leftist Fever Dream

Donald Trump's 2024 victory was seen as a rejection of 'woke' ideology, leading to a culture of offensive speech without fear of consequences.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
2 days ago

The cosmetic surgery industry is mainly built for women. So why is it run by men?

Leadership in the aesthetics industry is predominantly male, despite women being the primary consumers and decision-makers.
LGBT
fromHuffPost
2 days ago

Heteroflexible Is The Highest Growing Orientation On Feeld. It's Not Without Critics.

Heteroflexible individuals are primarily attracted to the opposite sex but open to same-sex experiences under certain conditions.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

Psychology says the reason aging people feel like they don't matter isn't about what they've lost - it's that society defines mattering as productivity and visibility, and the moment you step outside those narrow roles, your value becomes invisible even to people who love you - Silicon Canals

Retirement and aging can lead to feelings of invisibility and worthlessness due to society's narrow definitions of productivity.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

A right-winger tried to own a No Kings protestor with gotcha questions. She skewered him instead. - LGBTQ Nation

A woman's powerful responses at a protest left a right-wing interviewer speechless, earning her widespread praise online.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

A Fox host says many people' think women shouldn't be president. Thank goodness we've got a man in charge | Arwa Mahdawi

Jesse Watters makes provocative statements about women and leadership, reflecting a controversial perspective on gender roles in politics.
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Women aren't opting out of work. Workplaces are pushing them out

Caregiving strain is the cognitive, emotional, and logistical burden of coordinating care for children, parents, or other dependents, and it was found to be the most powerful predictor of workforce exit.
Women
LGBT
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

The Supreme Court Keeps Ignoring Actual LGBTQ+ People in Its Gay Rights Cases

The Supreme Court's decision in Chiles v. Salazar shows a lack of empathy for LGBTQ+ adolescents affected by conversion therapy.
Writing
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

The Death of Millennial Feminism

Lindy West's memoir, Adult Braces, reflects on her life and the complexities of Millennial Feminism, revealing a more nuanced truth behind her public persona.
#transgender
NYC LGBT
fromwww.amny.com
4 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
5 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.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.amny.com
4 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
5 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.
Social justice
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

Born out of the Civil Rights era, the EEOC pivots toward protecting white people

The EEOC is shifting focus to combat discrimination against all races and sexes, emphasizing legality over diversity initiatives.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Is "gender exploratory therapy" just conversion therapy with a new name? - LGBTQ Nation

Gender exploratory therapy is a controversial approach that some view as pathologizing non-binary identities while others see it as a cautious exploration of gender identity.
#transgender-day-of-visibility
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago
SF LGBT

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

SF LGBT
fromMission Local
5 days 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.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 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.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

The Guardian view on the Women's Library at 100: a cause for celebration but not complacency | Editorial

The library was to hold material relating to women's work, too. This year's centenary is an opportunity to celebrate the institution's unique holdings.
Women in technology
fromQueerty
3 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
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
6 days ago

Advocate newsletter 3/30/26

Black and LGBTQ+ entertainers face significant challenges in America, with activism being crucial for visibility and representation.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
5 days 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
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 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.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
3 days ago

AI isn't just reshaping productivity and threatening to kill jobs. It's changing how we lead, communicate, and treat each other. It's also creating a new gender gap

Generative AI is reshaping communication, trust, and cultural interactions beyond productivity and efficiency concerns.
Women in technology
fromFortune
4 days ago

Sheryl Sandberg tapped a 25-year-old to run Lean In. Here's her plan to close the AI gender gap | Fortune

Women are lagging in AI adoption, prompting Lean In to focus on closing the gender gap with new leadership.
SF LGBT
fromwww.advocate.com
5 days ago

Advocate newsletter 3/31/26

Trans people and gender-nonconforming individuals embody the beauty of humanity and resist erasure through their stories and actions.
LGBT
fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago

The Olympics Just Succumbed to a Ridiculous Gender Panic. Here's Who It's Really Going to Hurt.

The IOC's mandatory sex testing policy for women's sports effectively bans transgender and most intersex women from competing.
Women in technology
fromInsideHook
5 days ago

Why Wanting a Pilates Woman May Be a Bad Thing

Pilates popularity has surged, influencing men's preferences for women who practice it, linked to the manosphere's misogynistic ideals.
#gender-inequality
#lgbtq-rights
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

Democratic governor says "Hell no" to five anti-trans bills on Transgender Day of Visibility - LGBTQ Nation

Tony Evers vetoed five anti-LGBTQ+ bills in Wisconsin, reaffirming his commitment to protect LGBTQ+ rights.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Fewer young Americans support LGBTQ+ protections, survey finds

Support for LGBTQ+ nondiscrimination protections among Americans aged 18 to 29 has decreased from 80% in 2015 to 70% in 2025.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

Democratic governor says "Hell no" to five anti-trans bills on Transgender Day of Visibility - LGBTQ Nation

Tony Evers vetoed five anti-LGBTQ+ bills in Wisconsin, reaffirming his commitment to protect LGBTQ+ rights.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Fewer young Americans support LGBTQ+ protections, survey finds

Support for LGBTQ+ nondiscrimination protections among Americans aged 18 to 29 has decreased from 80% in 2015 to 70% in 2025.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Firms with more women in top roles more likely to dismiss abusive men, study finds

Companies with a higher number of women in senior roles are significantly more likely to dismiss male perpetrators of abuse against female colleagues, according to recent analysis.
Women in technology
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
5 days ago

Meta continues using transphobic company language despite its Oversight Board's warning

Meta's hate speech policy includes an anti-trans term despite recommendations to remove it, highlighting ongoing issues with content moderation.
Women in technology
fromFortune
1 week ago

Sheryl Sandberg takes on tradwives and the manosphere | Fortune

Lean In is shifting focus to counter the rise of tradwives and hyper-aggressive masculinity in response to societal changes.
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Homophobia Is Back. It's Different Now.

LaBeouf hasn't anchored a box-office hit in more than a decade, and little of his 2020s art-house work has drawn buzz. The most notable thing he's starred in lately was a clip of him on a podcaster's couch, hunched and diminished, talking about his fear of gay people.
LGBT
Women in technology
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

The gender gap no one talks about: men missing from care professions

Care professions dominated by women face severe labor shortages and will become increasingly critical as populations age, yet society undervalues these essential jobs compared to male-dominated tech sectors.
LGBT
fromQueerty
1 week ago

An underage "gay" scandal is tearing apart the manosphere & the girls are fighting - Queerty

Louis Theroux's documentary on toxic masculinity has sparked significant online interest, particularly regarding figures like Andrew Tate and Sneako.
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
2 months ago

Grok is the 'real threat' to women, not trans people, cisgender women argue

For years, we've watched politicians express unfounded concern about trans people in bathrooms, changing rooms, and sports, claiming to protect women's safety. Yet when a billionaire with enormous political influence creates technology that is actively being used to violate thousands of women and children right now, the response has been empty statements and promises to 'look into it',
UK politics
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Compulsory heterosexuality is thwarting pleasure & hindering gender liberation. We can change that. - LGBTQ Nation

Trans women can deconstruct femininity built around male desire and reconstruct authentic womanhood through self-directed pleasure and relationships centered on mutual connection rather than male validation.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

The one thing everyone gets wrong about feminism

Feminism's repeated obituaries reflect unrealistic expectations that millennia of patriarchy should be dismantled in one lifetime, rather than evidence of actual failure.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The Psychology of Intersex Rights and Well-Being

Stigma, secrecy, and non-consensual medical interventions, not biological traits, drive harm to intersex people; peer connection and affirming care protect well-being.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

As a boomer, I'm shocked by gen Z's attitude towards women something has gone very wrong | Joan Smith

Nearly a third of Gen Z men across 29 countries believe wives should obey husbands, contradicting assumptions that younger generations are more liberal than older ones.
Women
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

When feminists feared the 'lavender menace' of lesbians - and how those lesbians fought back

Betty Friedan and mainstream feminists expelled lesbians to avoid stigmatization, prompting lesbian activists to fight back and challenge exclusion within the movement.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Supermodel says only women can be bisexual: "Double standards exist for us all" - LGBTQ Nation

Jessica White's statement that bisexuality is acceptable for women but not men sparked controversy and amplified biphobic attitudes, with experts attributing such stigma to toxic masculinity and rigid gender expectations.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

One year in, the Gender Liberation Movement is fighting for trans rights

Gender Liberation Movement led nationwide civil disobedience in its first year to defend transgender rights, bodily autonomy, and access to gender-affirming care.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

Poorer LGBTQ+ people are hit harder by anti-LGBTQ+ attitudes in their countries, study finds - LGBTQ Nation

Economic precarity amplifies the negative impact of anti-LGBTQ+ prejudice on LGBTQ+ people's emotional well-being, with family rejection being most damaging.
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