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8 months ago
Right-wing politics

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

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1 day ago
Film

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

LGBT
fromQueerty
11 hours ago

NFL player has a challenge for anti-gay athletes & they're not gonna like it... - Queerty

Pro athletes should address significant social issues rather than selectively support certain beliefs through religious texts.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
1 day ago

Hairy chests are making a comeback & shaved gays feel attacked - Queerty

The LGBTQ+ community's relationship with body hair has evolved from hyper-masculine aesthetics to embracing natural hairiness in recent years.
LGBT
fromQueerty
16 hours ago

Gay men reveal the things they've vowed never to do again - Queerty

Many gay men shared personal commitments to avoid certain actions or decisions, reflecting on past experiences and lessons learned.
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
16 hours 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.
Film
fromQueerty
1 day 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
fromQueerty
11 hours ago

NFL player has a challenge for anti-gay athletes & they're not gonna like it... - Queerty

Pro athletes should address significant social issues rather than selectively support certain beliefs through religious texts.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
1 day ago

Hairy chests are making a comeback & shaved gays feel attacked - Queerty

The LGBTQ+ community's relationship with body hair has evolved from hyper-masculine aesthetics to embracing natural hairiness in recent years.
#trans-identity
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
16 hours 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
1 month ago
SF LGBT

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.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
16 hours 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.
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.
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
9 hours 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.
#queer-cinema
Television
fromQueerty
2 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.
Independent films
fromQueerty
1 week ago

WATCH: This steamy dystopian film promises to "arouse and petrify" with its all-gay future vision - Queerty

A queer erotic short film explores life in a dystopian future with a toxic couple in an all-gay colony, blending humor with thriller elements.
fromQueerty
2 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
2 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.
Independent films
fromQueerty
1 week ago

WATCH: This steamy dystopian film promises to "arouse and petrify" with its all-gay future vision - Queerty

A queer erotic short film explores life in a dystopian future with a toxic couple in an all-gay colony, blending humor with thriller elements.
fromQueerty
2 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

Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
1 hour ago

There's a generation of men who were taught that providing was the same as loving. And there's a generation of their children who spent years in therapy learning that those aren't the same thing, only to reach an age where they finally understand that for their fathers, inside the architecture they were given, it was. - Silicon Canals

Emotional estrangement between fathers and children stems from generational differences in expressing love and vulnerability.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
5 hours ago

There's a specific kind of tiredness that has nothing to do with sleep. It comes from years of translating yourself into a version that other people could handle, and the exhaustion lives in the gap between who you are and who you've been performing so consistently that even you forgot there was a difference. - Silicon Canals

Workplace burnout often stems from the exhaustion of pretending to be someone you're not, rather than from overwork itself.
fromBoston.com
20 hours ago

BU rally pushes back on Pride flag removals, calls for policy change

The rally, held at 1 Silber Way, was organized by Terrier Courage, a group that has collected more than 2,000 signatures on a petition urging the university to reconsider its rules on displays on public-facing windows and walls.
Boston
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 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
Women in technology
fromFast Company
1 day 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.
Design
fromDesign Milk
20 hours ago

OUTSIDERS Investigates the Space Between Society and Solitude

Modern design challenges conventional public seating to enhance social interaction and presence in urban spaces.
Writing
fromThe Nation
2 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.
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

TLC's Chilli claims she's "not MAGA" after sharing "Michelle Obama is a man" conspiracy theory - LGBTQ Nation

I WANT TO BE CLEAR: I am not MAGA and do not support any of the many policies that are causing great harm to the American people.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
7 months ago

GOP senator who said trans people put girls at "risk" just helped a relative who raped a 13-year-old - LGBTQ Nation

The new law allows accused rapists 18 years old and younger to receive a reduced third-degree felony charge of unlawful sexual activity if they're enrolled in high school, avoiding jail time and sex offender registration.
SF parents
Silicon Valley food
fromQueerty
5 days 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.
fromApaonline
2 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
Medicine
fromQueerty
4 days 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.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day 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.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
21 hours ago

This Theory Explains Why Neurodivergents Are Burning Out

Neurodivergent individuals experience higher burnout rates, necessitating accommodations to balance job demands and resources.
fromJezebel
1 day ago

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

These findings indicate that men who perceive the #tradwife movement favorably believe that they rely on women for intimacy and simultaneously resent that this is the case.
Women in technology
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.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
18 hours ago

HBO's "The Last of Us" isn't just a trans representation failure. It's a huge step backwards. - LGBTQ Nation

Casting a cis woman as Lev in The Last of Us undermines trans representation and authenticity in media.
Film
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

23 films that expose the reality of conversion therapy - LGBTQ Nation

Conversion therapy is inhumane, ineffective, and continues to have lasting emotional and cultural effects on individuals and society.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Why Are We So Scared of Trans People?' Fox News Talent BRAWLS Over Olympic Ruling

Marie Harf argued that the decision was solving a problem that I actually don't think is a big problem on the Olympic stage. She stated, 'Honestly, I don't care' about trans women competing against women, which led to stunned reactions from the panel.
Women in technology
LGBT
fromHuffPost
23 hours 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.
#transgender-day-of-visibility
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago
SF LGBT

Beloved children's singer melts hearts with message for trans kids: "You are a beautiful light" - LGBTQ Nation

fromLGBTQ Nation
3 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
1 day ago

Beloved children's singer melts hearts with message for trans kids: "You are a beautiful light" - LGBTQ Nation

Laurie Berkner supports trans kids, affirming their beauty and encouraging self-care on Transgender Day of Visibility.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 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
3 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.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day 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.
#lgbtq-rights
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 day 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.
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago
LGBT

"We are literally just people": A trans man wonders how his mere existence can be seen as a threat - LGBTQ Nation

NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 day 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.
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago
LGBT

"We are literally just people": A trans man wonders how his mere existence can be seen as a threat - LGBTQ Nation

#transgender-rights
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago
NYC LGBT

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

SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 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.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Transgender woman defies Kansas bathroom law inside state Capitol

A transgender woman protested Kansas restroom law by using a restricted restroom, highlighting the law's impact on transgender rights.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day 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
2 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.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 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
4 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.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 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.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Transgender woman defies Kansas bathroom law inside state Capitol

A transgender woman protested Kansas restroom law by using a restricted restroom, highlighting the law's impact on transgender rights.
fromQueerty
1 day 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
1 day 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.
LGBT
fromQueerty
19 hours ago

Limp d*cks, "leak outs" & rage letters to dad: Inside the alpha male boot camp to "unf*ck" straight men - Queerty

Young straight men are struggling with dating, jobs, and education, often turning to misleading programs promising to enhance their masculinity.
#transgender
fromwww.amny.com
2 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
2 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
3 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.
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.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 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.
#trans-rights
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

How a 'trans panic' defense changed the outcome of two murders

D. F. McLaughlin's murder in 1986 highlights the dangers of transphobia and remains a significant yet overlooked case in the fight for justice.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day 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
2 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.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

How a 'trans panic' defense changed the outcome of two murders

D. F. McLaughlin's murder in 1986 highlights the dangers of transphobia and remains a significant yet overlooked case in the fight for justice.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day 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
2 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.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 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
fromLGBTQ Nation
17 hours ago

This GOP lawmaker tried to ban trans people from becoming teachers. He failed miserably. - LGBTQ Nation

Kentucky Senator Gex Williams' attempts to ban trans individuals from teaching have failed amid legislative roadblocks and opposition.
SF LGBT
fromBronx Times
3 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.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
17 hours ago

Same-sex couples thrive in U.S. even as GOP support for marriage equality falls

The number of same-sex couples in the U.S. has doubled in two decades, despite renewed political opposition to marriage equality.
fromAdvocate.com
3 days 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.
SF LGBT
LGBT
fromSlate Magazine
1 day 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.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
4 weeks ago

The Man I'm Seeing Swears He's Not Gay. I Have Some Questions.

A woman dating an effeminate man struggles with attraction differences and seeks advice on discussing his gender expression without offending him.
LGBT
fromQueerty
1 day ago

Joel Kim Booster on his non-monogamous marriage: "The sex I'm having outside of my relationship is all recreational" - Queerty

Being gay creates more pressure regarding body image than being an actor, especially in casual sexual encounters.
SF LGBT
fromwww.advocate.com
3 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.
fromFuncheap
5 days ago

SF's Free "Trans Day of Visibility" Festival (Boeddeker Park)

Join us for a vibrant Trans Day of Visibility Festival at Boeddeker Park in the heart of the Tenderloin and The Transgender District, March 29th 2026. Expect sickening performances, powerful vocals, community vibes.
SF LGBT
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
LGBT
fromQueerty
1 week ago

Heels, skirts & girlfriends: The rise of the straight femboy explained - Queerty

Femboys represent a diverse identity within the LGBTQ+ community, distinct from feminine gay men and trans women, with varied gender identities and expressions.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

She found out a boy was gay. So she tortured him with a knife. - LGBTQ Nation

Grether Leidy Guadarramas Pena was arrested for allegedly cutting a young male family member after discovering his homosexuality through online messages.
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.
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.
SF LGBT
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Why Do So Many Gay Men Hate Their Bodies?

Gay men experience significantly higher eating disorder rates than heterosexual men due to internalized shame, minority stress, and exposure to narrow beauty standards within their community.
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
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 weeks 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
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

How Stereotypes Inform the Way Gay Men See Themselves

Single, sexualized narratives about gay men create confirmation bias that reinforces limiting beliefs, reduces self-worth, and perpetuates caricatured media representations.
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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