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fromLGBTQ Nation
12 hours ago
SF LGBT

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

Relationships
fromQueerty
2 months ago

I'm 67 & would like to try intimate contact with a man for the first time. But where do I go? - Queerty

A 67-year-old man grapples with his desire for closeness and connection with other men, feeling out of place in modern dating culture.
LGBT
fromQueerty
1 day 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.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
2 days 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
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day 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.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
12 hours 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.
Relationships
fromQueerty
2 months ago

I'm 67 & would like to try intimate contact with a man for the first time. But where do I go? - Queerty

A 67-year-old man grapples with his desire for closeness and connection with other men, feeling out of place in modern dating culture.
LGBT
fromQueerty
1 day 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.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
2 days 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.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

What to know about the controversial practice of orgasmic meditation'

Nicole Daedone's OneTaste, promoting orgasmic meditation, faced severe backlash after coercion allegations led to her federal prison sentence.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
15 hours ago

My Boyfriend Has a Naughty Desire. But His Double Standard Is So Unfair, I Think I Have to Reject It on Principle.

Balancing personal desires and partner boundaries is crucial in sexual relationships.
Mission District
fromsfist.com
9 hours ago

SF Rideshare Rapist' Who Posed As Victims' Driver Found Guilty In SoMa, Mission Assaults

Orlando Vilchez Lazo was convicted of 11 felony counts for kidnapping and raping four women posing as a rideshare driver from 2013 to 2018.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
19 hours ago

Boozy homeless honeymooners have sex, defecate in street in Mamdani's old neighborhood - and cops can't stop them

A homeless couple has taken over a sidewalk in Astoria, causing distress to local residents and defying attempts to remove them.
#queer-cinema
Television
fromQueerty
3 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
LGBT

This steamy, soapy Filipino "macho dancer" drama was so controversial it had to be smuggled out of the country - Queerty

Television
fromQueerty
3 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
LGBT

This steamy, soapy Filipino "macho dancer" drama was so controversial it had to be smuggled out of the country - Queerty

San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Day Around the Bay: The Always Fabulous Hunky Jesus Contest Returns Sunday

The Hunky Jesus Contest returns to Dolores Park, a popular event with a history dating back to 1979.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 day ago

Triple Header for Privacy's Defender in New York

"Privacy's Defender is a compelling account of a life well lived and an inspiring call to action for the next generation of civil liberties champions." ~Edward Snowden, whistleblower; author of Permanent Record
Privacy technologies
NYC LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

It's the year of gay Brazilian cruising!' The makers of Night Stage on public sex and their deranged erotic thriller'

Two Brazilian films featuring gay cruising scenes highlight the tension between personal identity and societal expectations.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

A nude man was seen walking around a N.H. town overnight. Police would like to know who he is.

Police in Bedford, New Hampshire, seek to identify a man seen walking nude in neighborhoods early Thursday morning, possibly linked to previous incidents.
fromPortland Monthly
1 day ago

Archive: There's Something About Mary's

Mary's Club has been a staple of the Portland nightlife since 1965, known for its unpretentious vibe and family-run atmosphere, making it a unique fixture in the city.
Portland
SF music
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)

An outdoor open mic event has been celebrating diverse expressions in San Francisco for 19 years, welcoming all forms of art every Thursday night.
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.
New York City
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Reforms to 'wild west' private trash industry come to Manhattan's Chinatown

Manhattan's Chinatown will implement new trash reforms requiring businesses to use authorized waste companies by May 2024.
Medicine
fromQueerty
5 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.
Silicon Valley food
fromQueerty
6 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.
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

The Epstein Files and the Failure of Sex Education

Comprehensive approaches that include schools, community programs, and professionals reduce rates of sexual activity, sexual risk behavior, sexually transmitted infections, and adolescent pregnancy.
Education
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 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
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

Doctors' group says American Medical Association didn't retreat on gender-affirming care for minors

"We knew right away that any shift in policy that was being reported was a grave exaggeration," Sheldon said, pointing to GLMA's role within the AMA's House of Delegates, where it has a voting seat and direct visibility into policymaking.
Healthcare
Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

The happiest older adults aren't optimists - they're realists who stopped arguing with reality - Silicon Canals

Happiness in older adults stems from acceptance of reality rather than constant positivity or optimism.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Indecent exposure case at Whole Foods in Valencia under investigation

A man is being sought by law enforcement for committing a lewd act in a Whole Foods store in Valencia.
World politics
fromThe New Yorker
4 days ago

We're Living in Horrible Conditions for Meaningful Dissent

The repeated imagery of war has desensitized the public, lowering political stakes and altering perceptions of conflict.
Fundraising
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

As gender-affirming care gets harder to access under Trump, trans people turn to GoFundMe

The cost of gender-affirming treatment is rising, leading many transgender individuals to use crowdfunding for financial support and access to care.
Artificial intelligence
fromAxios
5 days ago

AI distances itself from adult content that once drove the tech revolution

OpenAI canceled plans for adult content due to safety concerns and regulatory pressures from investors and internal teams.
Mental health
fromBuzzFeed
6 days ago

Therapists Are Sharing What's Actually Going On With The Male Loneliness Epidemic

Addressing male loneliness requires understanding the complexities of emotional pain and the impact of harmful online communities.
fromStreetsblog New York City
6 days ago

To Save Lives - And The Theater - Let's Ban Cars From Broadway - Streetsblog New York City

In that small 30-block zone last year, there were 486 reported crashes, injuring 76 cyclists, 108 pedestrians (one fatally) and 67 motorists, according to city stats. That's more than a crash every day, injuring more than 250 people.
London politics
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
16 hours 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
fromQueerty
15 hours 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.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Op-Ed | Why the OneTaste case should concern every American | amNewYork

The narrative that led to their prosecution in the Eastern District of New York on forced labor charges began somewhere else entirely, a highly questionable Netflix documentary, whose editors were more interested in sensationalization than accuracy.
Law
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 day 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.
fromEsquire
1 week ago

My Life as a Black Sex Worker in Tokyo

From a young age, I was a very sexual person. I knew I wanted to have a lot of sex, and I also figured that to do that, I would need to meet women who felt the same. I never considered making sex my career. Or at least not until one day in Tokyo, when I was with a friend who got a call about a job.
Careers
NYC politics
fromGothamist
2 days ago

Religious buffer zones still on the table in Albany

State lawmakers support buffer zones around religious sites, but recent legislation lacks defined protest-free areas due to civil liberties concerns.
London startup
fromQueerty
1 week ago

Buzz builds around unexpected douching hack & hungry bottoms are all in - Queerty

A-BALL is a new invention that offers an alternative to douching for gay men, raising over $233,000 on Kickstarter.
Relationships
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Just Between Us: Would you let your partner sleep with someone else? Polyamory explained with Leanne Yau

Polyamory involves multiple consensual relationships, emphasizing communication, consent, and emotional intelligence, distinct from cheating or simply open relationships.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 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
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
1 week ago

TELL US: How do you feel about Germany's embrace of public nudity?

Germany embraces a liberal attitude towards nudity, promoting a 'free body culture' that can surprise newcomers from more conservative backgrounds.
Women in technology
fromNew York Post
4 days ago

OneTaste 'orgasm cult' boss got surprising letters of support - including from CNN personality

Nicole Daedone received support from notable figures despite her nine-year prison sentence for misconduct at OneTaste.
LGBT
fromGothamist
17 hours 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.
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

How Ozempic is impacting gay men's body image-and ability to bottom

Ozempic, a.k.a. semaglutide, is the most well-known medication in a class of drugs called GLP-1 receptor agonists, which mimic the GLP-1 hormone that regulates blood sugar and appetite.
Wellness
#transgender
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago
NYC LGBT

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

SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 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
3 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.
fromPsychology Today
14 hours ago

SCOTUS Rules Conversion Therapy Ban Likely Unconstitutional

The Supreme Court of the United States held that Colorado's statutory ban on conversion therapy was 'likely unconstitutional.' Conversion therapy refers to interventions intended to change or suppress an individual's sexual orientation or gender identity, typically by promoting heterosexuality or cisgender identity and associated behaviors as the desired outcome.
LGBT
#trans-rights
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days 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
2 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
3 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.
SF LGBT
fromMission Local
4 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.
NYC politics
fromHoodline
4 days ago

Rockland Gun Owner Takes Aim At Times Square Gun Ban

A lawsuit challenges New York's ban on carrying firearms in Times Square, claiming it violates the right to self-defense in public spaces.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 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.
SF LGBT
fromBronx Times
4 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.
Relationships
fromQueerty
5 days ago

Sexpert explains the science behind "just okay" oral & why BJs don't always end in climax - Queerty

Oral sex often doesn't lead to climax for men due to different sensations compared to penetration.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
6 days ago

Years Ago, My Husband Was in an "Adult Film." It's Only a Matter of Time Before Our Kids Find Out.

Discussing a parent's past in adult films with children requires careful consideration of timing and the family's values on sexuality.
fromFuncheap
6 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
LGBT
fromQueerty
2 days 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.
Relationships
fromQueerty
1 week ago

My Slack notifications now come with sexual tension. Is this just gay culture at work? - Queerty

Explicit sexual conversations in the workplace can create discomfort and may cross professional boundaries.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 day 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.
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.
NYC LGBT
fromGothamist
5 days ago

'Hey sexy': NYC launches anti-street harassment campaign in subways, public spaces

New York City launches an ad campaign to combat street harassment, featuring graphic ads and resources for reporting and intervention.
fromQueerty
2 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
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

Man who attacked gay bar owners & requiring one to get 50 stitches is going away for 90 days - LGBTQ Nation

A man was sentenced to 90 days in prison for attacking the owners of a gay bar in Connecticut.
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
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

Fox Host says Gavin Newsom is a woman because he's always crying & crossing his legs - LGBTQ Nation

Jesse Watters mocked Gavin Newsom's masculinity, suggesting he is overly feminine and questioning the Democratic Party's need for a straight white male candidate.
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

Kids can be subjected to harmful 'conversion therapy,' U.S. Supreme Court rules

The Court held in an 8-1 decision that because conversion therapy often takes the form of talk therapy, Colorado's law amounts to a content-based restriction on speech and cannot survive First Amendment scrutiny.
LGBT
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
4 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
fromAdvocate.com
5 days ago

Gavin Newsom's homophobic Grindr controversy explained

Gavin Newsom faces backlash from LGBTQ+ advocates for using Grindr as a punchline in social media posts targeting a conservative commentator.
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
Relationships
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

"My Parents Cared More About Them Than Me": People With Poly Parents Share What It Was Like

Children raised in polyamorous families develop diverse perspectives on relationships, learning that love and support can come from multiple people when communication and consent are present.
Law
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

How Consent Can-and Cannot-Help Us Have Better Sex

The criminalization of spousal rape shifted marital sexual violence from property-based immunity to consent-based law while leaving unresolved moral and legal complexities.
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.
LGBT
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Who Is Kinky?

Up to 96% of people fantasize about kinky sex, while 20-83% have tried it, though fewer identify as kinky due to stigma and social perception.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

I'm Ready for My Big Sexual Awakening. But I'm Searching for a Specific Kind of Guy.

Virginity is not a precious commodity to preserve for one person; instead, prioritize gaining sexual experience, confidence, and skills with partners who respect your pleasure.
fromQueerty
1 month ago

I reported my hookup for disclosing his HIV status after sex. Was I wrong? - Queerty

I finally spent the night at his place, and we hooked up that night and again the next morning. I stayed most of the day and was getting ready to leave when he told me he's HIV-positive. I gave him a kiss and said I understood and that this changed nothing between us, but honestly, I was disappointed he was only telling me now.
NYC LGBT
LGBT
fromQueerty
3 weeks ago

I'm an older man now, but I'm still only attracted to twinks. Is that weird? - Queerty

Sexual attraction patterns typically form early in life and remain relatively stable across decades, rather than automatically evolving with age.
LGBT
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

In Defense of Effeminate Gay Boys

Gender nonconformity in boys is a natural male variation, not an indicator of being female, and conflating the two undermines acceptance of diverse expressions of masculinity.
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

I Want To Try Swinging. How Do I Tell My Spouse?

First of all, let me put your mind at ease. Having this thought does not make you a villain. It makes you a long-term partnered adult with a pulse. Most people don't wake up one morning and think, "Ah yes, swinging - this will clearly solve everything." Curiosity like this usually shows up more quietly. It's often less about wanting other people and more about wanting something back: playfulness, aliveness, the feeling that sex is still a place of discovery.
Relationships
fromQueerty
1 month ago

Boyfriends in church, '80s hunks & hot times in the bathtub: Gays reveal when they definitely knew they liked guys! - Queerty

It can be tough being gay in a straight man's world. When it comes to figuring out our identities, we often have to negotiate our desires with the preconceived expectations around us. This was especially the case for folks who grew up when there was scant representation. Certain attractions may have bubbled, but they remained nameless. Still, that doesn't mean they went unheeded. Gay people have found themselves for centuries.
LGBT
LGBT
fromQueerty
2 months ago

Older gays debate the appropriate age to stop taking off your shirt in public - Queerty

A 38-year-old gay man feels self-conscious about being shirtless in public and wonders if aging makes it inappropriate; many respondents say never too old.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
10 months ago

A hotel kicked a lesbian out of a women's restroom for being "a man." Now it's changing its story. - LGBTQ Nation

A hotel suspended a guard who wrongly removed a lesbian couple from a women's restroom, retrained staff on inclusion, and donated to an LGBTQ+ organization.
LGBT
fromPUNCH
2 months ago

Could Sports Revive the Lesbian Bar Scene?

Lesbian bars rebounded from a steep decline through queer-coded spaces, women's-sports bars, community events, and pop-up strategies that proved local demand.
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