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Cannes Best Actress Karla Sofía Gascón Sues French Politician Over Transphobia

Cannes Best Actress Karla Sofía Gascón Sues French Politician Over Transphobia

By Emell Adolphus | May 29, 2024

Fresh off of her shared best actress win for "Emilia Pérez," Karla Sofía Gascón has filed a complaint over a far-right politician's transphobic comments.

Trump Campaign Calls 'The Apprentice' Film 'Blatantly False,' Director Offers to Screen It for Him

Trump Campaign Calls 'The Apprentice' Film 'Blatantly False,' Director Offers to Screen It for Him

By Jake Coyle | May 26, 2024

Donald Trump's reelection campaign called "The Apprentice," a film about the former U.S. president in the 1980s, "pure fiction" and vowed legal action following its premiere at the Cannes Film Festival.

California Evangelical Seminary Ponders Changes that Would Make It More Welcoming to LGBTQ Students

California Evangelical Seminary Ponders Changes that Would Make It More Welcoming to LGBTQ Students

By Deepa Bharath | May 26, 2024

Fuller Theological Seminary, an evangelical school in Pasadena, California, is deliberating whether to become more open to LGBTQ+ students who previously faced possible expulsion if found to be in a same-sex union.

Is It Any Surprise that Colorado Rep. Lauren Boebert Made a Homophobic Pete Buttigieg Joke?

Is It Any Surprise that Colorado Rep. Lauren Boebert Made a Homophobic Pete Buttigieg Joke?

By Emell Adolphus | May 25, 2024

Boebert tried to poke fun at Buttigieg's sexuality and status as a father, and he was having none of it.

Watch: What Is Comedian Jon Lovett Doing in 'Survivor' Season 47?

Watch: What Is Comedian Jon Lovett Doing in 'Survivor' Season 47?

By Emell Adolphus | May 24, 2024

The "Pod Save America" host was spotted among the show's contestants, and fans are surprised to see him.

These Social Media Platforms Majorly Failed GLAAD's Safety Index

These Social Media Platforms Majorly Failed GLAAD's Safety Index

By Emell Adolphus | May 23, 2024

TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Threads, and X all earned less than stellar grades when it comes to protecting LGBTQ users.

HRC to Spend $15 Million to Rally 'Equality Voters' in Swing States

HRC to Spend $15 Million to Rally 'Equality Voters' in Swing States

By Kilian Melloy | May 22, 2024

The Human Rights Campaign is stepping up to energize "equality voters" in half a dozen swing states, even as polling continues to show Trump gaining ground with younger voters and minorities.

Minnesota Equal Rights Amendment Fails in Acrimonious End to Legislative Session

Minnesota Equal Rights Amendment Fails in Acrimonious End to Legislative Session

By Steve Karnowski | May 21, 2024

Minnesota lawmakers failed to pass a state Equal Rights Amendment that would have enshrined protections for abortion and LGBTQ+ rights in the state Constitution as the 2024 legislative session came to an acrimonious end.

Watch: Cynthia Erivo Delivers Empowering Speech About Being 'Black, Bald-Headed, Pierced, and Queer'

Watch: Cynthia Erivo Delivers Empowering Speech About Being 'Black, Bald-Headed, Pierced, and Queer'

By Emell Adolphus | May 20, 2024

Tony Award-winning actor Cynthia Erivo i was presented with the Schrader Award by Jada Pinkett-Smith on Saturday night at the Los Angeles LGBT Center Gala.

Jesus Is Their Savior, Trump Is Their Candidate. Ex-President's Backers Say He Shares Faith, Values

Jesus Is Their Savior, Trump Is Their Candidate. Ex-President's Backers Say He Shares Faith, Values

By Peter Smith | May 18, 2024

As Donald Trump increasingly infuses his campaign with Christian trappings while coasting to a third Republican presidential nomination, his support is as strong as ever among evangelicals and other conservative Christians.

Milo Yiannopoulos Has Reportedly Dumped Kanye West Over Yeezy Porn Plans

Milo Yiannopoulos Has Reportedly Dumped Kanye West Over Yeezy Porn Plans

By Emell Adolphus | May 16, 2024

The controversial ex-Breitbart editor was reportedly serving as Yeezy's chief of staff.

Is J.K. Rowling Up to Her Transphobic Trolling Tricks?

Is J.K. Rowling Up to Her Transphobic Trolling Tricks?

By Emell Adolphus | May 16, 2024

In her latest transphobic trick, the "Harry Potter" author has been using her social media reach to bully a transgender football manager, comparing her to a "straight, white, middle-aged bloke."

Chiefs Kicker Harrison Butker Rails Against Pride, Feminism, Abortion & Biden. And Calls Taylor Swift his 'Teammate's Girlfriend'

Chiefs Kicker Harrison Butker Rails Against Pride, Feminism, Abortion & Biden. And Calls Taylor Swift his 'Teammate's Girlfriend'

May 15, 2024

"It is safe to say that over the years, I have gained quite the reputation for speaking my mind," began Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker in a commencement address at conservative Catholic Benedictine College last weekend.

'Don't be Weak and Gay,' Book-Burning Missouri Candidate Says

'Don't be Weak and Gay,' Book-Burning Missouri Candidate Says

By Kilian Melloy | May 15, 2024

A Missouri candidate with a homophobic campaign platform created a video in which she tells viewers not to be "weak and gay" as she runs through a queer neighborhood. Gay Twitter offered a strong response.

How West Virginia's First Transgender Elected Official is Influencing Local Politics

How West Virginia's First Transgender Elected Official is Influencing Local Politics

By Leah Willingham | May 11, 2024

When Rosemary Ketchum gets introduced as the first openly transgender person to win elective office in West Virginia, there's often a shocked look that comes across people's faces.

Provincetown Kicks Off Pride Season on May 31

Provincetown Kicks Off Pride Season on May 31

May 8, 2024

The Provincetown Business Guild (PBG) presents the 7th annual Provincetown Pride Festival on May 31-June 2, 2024.

Minnesota and Other Democratic-Led States Lead Pushback on Censorship. They're Banning the Book Ban

Minnesota and Other Democratic-Led States Lead Pushback on Censorship. They're Banning the Book Ban

By Steve Karnowski and Mike Catalini | May 5, 2024

Minnesota is one of several Democratic-leaning states where lawmakers are now pursuing bans on book bans.

'Gay Furries' Hacker Group Hits Far-right Media Outlet in Anti-Transphobia Crusade

'Gay Furries' Hacker Group Hits Far-right Media Outlet in Anti-Transphobia Crusade

By Emell Adolphus | May 5, 2024

Known as the SiegedSec, the group released a statement taking credit for a cyberattack on the right-wing "Real America's Voice" after the outlet experienced a major data leak.

Watch: Gabby George Promises OnlyFans; Hates Gay Culture

Watch: Gabby George Promises OnlyFans; Hates Gay Culture

May 4, 2024

Infamous ex-congressman George Santos gave an hour-long interview this past week to let the world know he doesn't like gay culture, is returning to drag for money, and is joining OnlyFans.

Caitlyn Jenner Controversially Said This About  Pro-Palestinian Protests

Caitlyn Jenner Controversially Said This About Pro-Palestinian Protests

By Emell Adolphus | May 4, 2024

The former Olympian took to X, formerly Twitter, to speak her mind about ongoing pro-Palestinian protests at college campuses across country.

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