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Black, Trans Woman Vanity Williams Killed in Houston Earlier this Month
In a press release, the National Black Justice Collective (NBJC) mourned the loss of 34-year-old Williams, who was shot and killed in Houston, Texas, on August 3, 2024.
French DJ and LGBTQ+ Icon Carries Paralympic Torch to Defy Hate She Endured over Olympics Ceremony
French performer Barbara Butch carried the Paralympic torch Sunday evening in an act of defiance after being targeted by hate speech over her appearance in the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games.
Who Is Competing for Mr. Gay World 2024?
The 16th Mr. Gay World competition is to be decided on Monday. See who is competing.
Watch: Lesbian Michigan AG Issues 'Cold, Dead, Gay Hand' Marriage Equality Warning Supreme Court
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel said she is prepared to fight for same-sex marriage protections.
Italian Sprinter to Become First Transgender Woman to Compete at Paralympics
Valentina Petrillo fell in love with athletics as a 7-year-old while watching Italian sprinter Pietro Mennea win gold in the 200 meters at the 1980 Moscow Olympics.
Gay Man Arrested in Qatar Speaks: 'I Never Thought I'd Return Home'
British-Mexican Manuel Guerrero Aviña is safe and sound at home after a harrowing ordeal in Qatar in which he was caught in a Grindr "sting."
Gay Penguin Sphen, of Australian Aquarium 'Power Couple,' Dies at 11
Gay gentoo penguin Sphen — part of the famous "power couple" that proved a major attraction at an Australian aquarium — has died at the age of 11, leaving his mate, Magic, a widower.
One Woman's Custody Battle Highlights the Challenges Facing Same-Sex Couples in China
LGBTQ+ families have no law to cite when faced with situations like custody or divorce, as same-sex marriage is not recognized in China, meaning the outcome of each case is uncertain and inconsistent.
Same-Sex Couples and LGBTQ+ Activists Rally in Nepal's Capital During the Annual Pride Parade
Hundreds of LGBTQ+ people and supporters rallied in Nepal's capital Tuesday during the annual Pride parade, the first since gay couples were able to register same-sex marriages officially in the Himalayan nation following a Supreme Court order in 2023.
Missouri Now Requires Proof of Surgery or Court Order for Gender Changes on IDs
Missouri residents now must provide proof of gender-affirmation surgery or a court order to update their gender on driver's licenses following a Revenue Department policy change.
Texas Rep. Troy Nehls Sued by Staffer Alleging Homophobic Workplace
A legislative correspondent who formerly worked for Republican Rep. Troy Nehls of Texas is suing the congressman for an alleged pattern of homophobic behavior and creating a toxic workplace.
Former US Rep George Santos Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud and Identity Theft in his Federal Case
Former U.S. Rep. George Santos pleaded guilty Monday to committing wire fraud and aggravated identity theft in connection with the federal fraud case that led to his expulsion from Congress.
New Survey Shows High Rates of Police Harassment and Abuse Against the LGBTQ+ Community
Police departments across the country have taken steps in recent years to improve relations with the LGBTQ community, yet the relationship between police and LGBTQ people remains fraught.
British-Mexican Man Caught in Grindr 'Sting' Leaves Qatar
A British-Mexican man was convicted of drug charges in Qatar and detained for several months before being allowed to return to the UK.
Same-Sex Flamingos Are Officially Parents at UK Zoo
A same-sex pair of flamingos has successfully hatched an egg at the Paignton Zoo, staff say.
On LGTBQ+, Other Issues, Harris and Trump Offer Worlds-Apart Contrasts
While details are still rather vague, there's no doubt that whoever prevails in November will seek to shape the landscape of American life in ways wholly distinct from their opponent.
Trump Again Decries Two Gold Medalist Olympic Athletes, Falsely Labeling the Female Boxers as Men
Former President Donald Trump on Saturday again decried two gold medalist Olympic athletes, falsely labeling the female boxers as men.
Nearly a Quarter Million Reasons Why Melania Trump Likes GOP Gays
Melania Trump has done little campaigning for her husband, but in April she did attend an event for the Log Cabin Republicans, who, according to Trump's recently released financial reports, paid her $237,000 in compensation.
Ex-Rep. George Santos Expected to Plead Guilty to Multiple Counts in Fraud Case, AP Source Says
Former U.S. Rep. George Santos is expected to plead guilty to multiple counts in his federal fraud case, according to a person familiar with the matter.
Viral Pic Surfaces That Allegedly Shows Anti-LGBTQ+ VP Candidate JD Vance in Drag
The memes and wisecracks started to fly when a photo came to light supposedly showing Trump's anti-LGBTQ+ running mate in drag during his days at Yale law school.