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Why Was It a Surprise? Biden's Debate Problems Leave Some Wondering if the Press Missed the Story

POLITICS | By David Bauder | Jul 4, 2024

President Joe Biden's fitness to serve a second term in office has been a top story since his halting performance in last week's debate against Donald Trump.

California Man Convicted of Murder in 2018 Stabbing Death of Gay University of Pennsylvania Student

NATIONAL | By Jaimie Ding and Amy Taxin | Jul 4, 2024

A California man was convicted of murder with a hate crime enhancement Wednesday for the 2018 stabbing death of a gay University of Pennsylvania student.

With Taylor Swift Heading to Germany, One City Has Taken Her Name — at Least for a Few Weeks

INTERNATIONAL | Jul 4, 2024

The Swifties are about to take over the German city formerly known as Gelsenkirchen, where American superstar Taylor Swift is set to give three Eras Tour concerts later this month.

Drag Queens Are Coming to Save America Once Again

POLITICS | By Emell Adolphus | Jul 4, 2024

"RuPaul's Drag Race" alums Jinkx Monsoon, Monét X Change, Peppermint, Alaska, BenDeLaCreme and Willam have launched a first-of-its-kind Drag PAC to get Gen Z voters to the polls.

Senate Democrats Tried to Relate to Chappell Roan, And It Did Not Go Well

POLITICS | By Emell Adolphus | Jul 3, 2024

The X account for Senate Democrats tried and failed to be relatable, and no one seemed to be in the mood.

Ban on 'Gay Panic' Defense Heads to Michigan Gov. Whitmer's Desk

NATIONAL | By Kilian Melloy | Jul 3, 2024

Perpetrators of anti-LGBTQ+ violence in Michigan will likely find they can no longer justify assault and murder targeting queer victims with the so-called "gay panic" defense.

Judge's Order Greatly Expands where Biden can't Enforce a New Rule Protecting LGBTQ+ Students

Judge's Order Greatly Expands where Biden can't Enforce a New Rule Protecting LGBTQ+ Students

NATIONAL | By John Hanna | Jul 3, 2024

Enforcement of a federal rule expanding anti-discrimination protections for LGBTQ+ students has been blocked in four states and a patchwork of places elsewhere by a federal judge in Kansas.

Runner Nikki Hiltz Will Bring Trans, Non-Binary Representation to the Paris Olympic Games

NATIONAL | By Kilian Melloy | Jul 2, 2024

Transgender and non-binary runner Nikki Hiltz is headed to the Paris Olympics after they qualified for the games with a record-setting time for the women's 1,500 meter race.

Watch: Minnesota News Anchor Comes Out on Live TV

NATIONAL | By Emell Adolphus | Jul 2, 2024

Minnesota news anchor Jason Hacket shared that he was "so nervous right now" as he revealed why he wanted to take the time to come out to his viewers.

After 32 Years as a Progressive Voice for LGBTQ Jews, Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum Heads into Retirement

After 32 Years as a Progressive Voice for LGBTQ Jews, Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum Heads into Retirement

NATIONAL | By Ken Sweet | Jul 1, 2024

For more than three decades, Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum has led the nation's largest LGBTQ+ synagogue through the myriad ups and downs of the modern gay-rights movement. She is now stepping down from that role and shifting into retirement.

Impromptu LGBTQ+ Protest in Istanbul after Governor Bans Pride March

Impromptu LGBTQ+ Protest in Istanbul after Governor Bans Pride March

INTERNATIONAL | Jul 1, 2024

A group of LGBTQ+ protesters held an impromptu demonstration in Istanbul on Sunday after the governor's office banned an annual Pride March.

Parties and Protests Mark the Culmination of LGBTQ+ Pride Month in NYC, San Francisco and Beyond

Parties and Protests Mark the Culmination of LGBTQ+ Pride Month in NYC, San Francisco and Beyond

INTERNATIONAL | Jun 30, 2024

The monthlong celebration of LGBTQ+ Pride reaches its exuberant grand finale on Sunday, bringing rainbow-laden revelers to the streets for marquee parades in New York, Chicago, San Francisco and elsewhere across the globe.

Thousands Attend Annual EuroPride Parade in Greek City of Thessaloniki Amid Heavy Police Presence

Thousands Attend Annual EuroPride Parade in Greek City of Thessaloniki Amid Heavy Police Presence

INTERNATIONAL | By Costas Kantouris | Jun 30, 2024

About 15,000 people attended the annual EuroPride parade Saturday, police said, in support of the LGBTQ+ community in the northern Greek city of Thessaloniki amid a heavy police presence.

Biden Makes Appeals to Donors as Concerns Persist over his Presidential Debate Performance

Biden Makes Appeals to Donors as Concerns Persist over his Presidential Debate Performance

POLITICS | By Josh Boak and Steve Peoples | Jun 30, 2024

President Joe Biden looked to recapture his mojo and reassured donors at a Saturday fundraiser that he is fully up to the challenge of beating Donald Trump.

Florida Arts Groups Left in the Lurch by DeSantis Veto of State Funding for Theaters and Museums

Florida Arts Groups Left in the Lurch by DeSantis Veto of State Funding for Theaters and Museums

NATIONAL | By Mike Scheider | Jun 29, 2024

Across Florida, arts groups are scrambling after Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis unexpectedly vetoed $32 million in arts funding, eliminating all state grants for those organizations in a move that advocates say will devastate arts and culture in the state.

Doug Burgum Vetoed Anti-LGBTQ+ Measures While Governor. Then he Started Running for President.

Doug Burgum Vetoed Anti-LGBTQ+ Measures While Governor. Then he Started Running for President.

POLITICS | By Jack Dura | Jun 29, 2024

In 2020, Burgum criticized an anti-LGBTQ resolution of the state GOP as "hurtful and divisive rhetoric."

Biden Rallies for LGBTQ+ Rights as he Looks to Shake Off an Uneven Debate Performance

Biden Rallies for LGBTQ+ Rights as he Looks to Shake Off an Uneven Debate Performance

POLITICS | By Jennifer Peltz and Darlene Superville | Jun 29, 2024

President Joe Biden courted LGBTQ+ voters with two New York events on Friday and warned about Donald Trump returning to the White House, as he looked to shake off a widely panned debate performance.

Adult Star Austin Wolf Arrested on Child Pornography Charges

NATIONAL | Jun 28, 2024

Adult star and OnlyFans star Austin Wolf was been arrested and charged in New York after allegedly receiving and distributing "hundreds of videos of child pornography," according to federal officials.

Biden is Courting LGBTQ+ Voters in New York City

Biden is Courting LGBTQ+ Voters in New York City

POLITICS | Jun 28, 2024

President Joe Biden will court LGBTQ+ voters at a pair of New York City events a day after his widely panned performance against Donald Trump in the presidential campaign's first debate.

Texas Supreme Court Upholds Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Transgender Youths

Texas Supreme Court Upholds Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Transgender Youths

HEALTH | By Jim Vertuno and Andrew DeMillo | Jun 28, 2024

The Texas Supreme Court upheld the state's ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youths Friday, rejecting pleas from parents that it violates their right to seek medical care for their children.

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