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Guilty Plea in Robbery Scheme Targeting Patrons of NYC Gay Bars
A guilty plea has been entered by one man from a suspected gang that targeted patrons of gay bars in New York City for robbery by drugging them and then using their own phones to steal their money.
Arizona Coyotes' Travis Dermott Shows his Allyship, Defies NHL Ban on Pride Tape
Travis Dermott, a defenseman for National Hockey League team the Arizona Coyotes, is the first pro player to defy a ban from the NHL on Pride tape, using the adhesive in a recent game.
Pope Accepts Resignation of Bishop of Polish Diocese where Gay Orgy Scandal Under Investigation
The pope on Tuesday accepted the resignation of a Polish bishop whose diocese has been rocked for weeks by reports of a gay orgy involving a male prostitute in a priest's apartment.
New Jersey Dad Sues State, District over Policy Keeping Schools from Outing Transgender Students
A New Jersey father filed a federal lawsuit to block a state policy aimed at keeping schools from outing transgender students to their parents.
Judge in Missouri Transgender Care Lawsuit Agrees to Step Aside but Decries 'Gamesmanship'
A judge agreed Friday to step aside in a lawsuit challenging a new Missouri law restricting gender-affirming health care for minors, despite what he called "gamesmanship" from the plaintiffs' lawyers for requesting a new judge.
Hong Kong Court Upholds a Ruling in Favor of Equal Inheritance Rights for Same-Sex Couples
A Hong Kong court on Tuesday upheld a ruling that favored the granting of equal inheritance rights to same-sex couples, in the latest victory for the city's LGBTQ+ community.
Biden Names Technology Hubs for 32 States and Puerto Rico to Help the Industry and Create Jobs
The Biden administration on Monday designated 31 technology hubs spread across 32 states and Puerto Rico to help spur innovation and create jobs in the industries that are concentrated in these areas.
George Santos Bemoans Flushing His Life for Politics
The Republican congressperson said that he threw his "entire life into the toilet and flushed it to get elected."
Scholastic Draws Heat over 'Opt Out' Option for Books on Diversity
Generations of Americans grew up with Scholastic books. But a culture war targeting LGBTQ+ people, women, and racial minorities for erasure have found their way even to this beloved institution.
Adult Male Performer/Proud Boy Sergeant Miles Pleads Guilty to Role in January 6 Capital Insurrection
Controversial adult star Steven Miles (aka Sergeant Miles) pleaded guilty Thursday to assaulting, resisting, or impeding law enforcement officers during the Jan. 6, 2021 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.
Meet Kennedy McDowell — Colorado State's Out and Proud Football Star
Freshman Kennedy McDowell is finding a place at Colorado State as a defensive end who is out and proud.
German Leaders Voice Outrage and Thousands Rally in Berlin in Reaction to Rising Antisemitism
In Berlin, thousands of people gathered at a demonstration called to show opposition to antisemitism and support for Israel.
Gay Rights Advocate (?) George Santos Believes He Takes on Islamic Group on Homophobia
Leave it to George Santos to bring an insane (and self-promoting) angle to the grim scene in the Middle East.
Right-wing Populists, Socialists May Fare Well in Swiss Elections
Swiss voters are casting final ballots Sunday to choose their next legislature, with polls pointing to a rebound for right-wing populist and Socialist parties.
Hunky British Activist James Mordaunt Feels His Rights are Regressing Under Tory Leadership (Who Include Twin Sister)
A political battle between a pair of British twins is making waves on social media and the press. According to a story in The Standard, the tiff is between Conservative MP Penny Mordaunt and her hunky queer twin brother James.
Sex Education Classes Often Don't Include LGBTQ+ Students. New Restrictions Could Make It Worse
In fifth grade, Stella Gage's class watched a video about puberty. In ninth grade, a few sessions of her health class were dedicated to the risks of sexual behaviors. That was the extent of her sex education in school. At no point was there any content
US Health Officials Propose Using a Cheap Antibiotic as a 'Morning-after Pill' Against STDs
U.S. health officials plan to endorse a common antibiotic as a morning-after pill that gay and bisexual men can use to try to avoid some increasingly common sexually transmitted diseases.
Company Bosses and Workers Grapple with the Fallout of Speaking up About the Israel-Hamas War
The fallout from the Israel-Hamas war has spilled into workplaces everywhere, as top leaders of prominent companies weigh in with their views while workers complain their voices are not being heard.
Israel Strikes Gaza, Syria and West Bank as War Against Hamas Threatens to Ignite Other Fronts
Israeli warplanes struck targets across Gaza overnight and into Sunday as the two-week-old war with Hamas threatened to spiral into a broader conflict.
LGBTQ+ Americans Just Getting By in Retirement, Face Greater Financial Risks
While preparing for retirement can be difficult for anyone, LGBTQ+ Americans face unique challenges that can cast a shadow over their golden years — including discrimination from health care providers.