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Trump Pledged to Roll Back Protections for Transgender Students. They're Flooding Crisis Hotlines
Transgender youth in the United States have been flooding crisis hotlines since the election of Donald Trump, who made anti-transgender themes central to his campaign.
Nov. 6 Insta Post from Iranian-Born Gay Adult Film Star Sparks Backlash
A gay porn star who immigrated to the United States from Iran shocked and angered fans when he posted a congratulatory message to president-elect Donald Trump.
Transgender Regret? Research Challenges Narratives About Gender-Affirming Surgeries
It is difficult to understand the issue of trans surgeries? Is is some sort of mass medical malpractice and evil social engineering? Or are claims from the right just another attack on the LGBTQ+ community?
'Sunset Blvd' Star Gets Slammed on 'X' for Russell Brand Comment
The recent good will given Nicole Scherzinger for playing Norma Desmond in a high-tech revival of "Sunset Blvd." came to an end on "X" after she liked a Russell Brand IG in which he wore a MAGA-styled hat.
Taking Away Protections for Trans Students Among Trump's 'Day One' Priorities
Donald Trump has said he wouldn't be a dictator — "except for Day 1." According to his own statements, he's got a lot to do on that first day in the White House.
A Record 13 Women Will be Governors Next Year after New Hampshire Elected Kelly Ayotte
The election of Republican Kelly Ayotte as New Hampshire's governor means 13 women will serve as a state's chief executive next year, breaking the record of 12 set after the 2022 elections.
Supporting LGBTQ+ Health: How Nicotine Pouches Can Help You Quit Smoking
This interesting article looks at the latest methods for giving up smoking, especially useful for the LGBTQ+ community, as well as for other people who want to quit cigarettes.
Liberty University Sued by Former IT Staffer Fired after Disclosing She's a Transgender Woman
The bitter nationwide debate over transgender rights is playing out on a very personal level in a federal court lawsuit filed in Virginia by a former Liberty University employee.
Squirrel Daddy Turns Out to Be OnlyFans Star
The saga of P'Nut the Squirrel continues...with an OnlyFans twist.
Streaming Service Mubi Cancels Entire Film Festival after Turkey Bans Gay Drama 'Queer' at Last Moment
The arthouse streaming company Mubi said it has canceled an entire film festival it was planning in Turkey after the country's authorities banned a screening of the upcoming gay drama "Queer."
How is Trump's Second Term Likely to Impact Queer Americans?
Vice President-elect JD Vance wasn't wrong when he declared that "normal gay guy[s]," as he put it, "just want to be left the hell alone..." But with Trump headed back to the White House, that's probably not going to be the case.
Recent Violence on the Rise Against LGBTQ+ Individuals in the Once Accepting Ivory Coast
Young people who identified in the LGBTQ+ community had generally felt safe going on same-sex dates in Abidjan. Recently, this seems to have changed with a slew of intolerant social media posts arising, fueling acts of violence in the street.
Provincetown Offers Safe-Haven During Anxious Times
The Provincetown Business Guild sent out the following release following the election of Donald Trump as President.
Here Are New Guidelines for Preventing Stroke, the Nation's 4th Biggest Killer
The majority of strokes could be prevented, according to new guidelines aimed at helping people and their doctors do just that.
Disparities in Queer Vision and Eye Care — And What We Can Do About It
Disparity in access to healthcare has long been a concern for minorities and underrepresented communities. In vision and eye care especially, the lack of diversity and equity tends to be overlooked.
Everything You Need to Know about Poppers
With a history spanning almost 200 years, poppers have come a long way in order to become the inspiration for one of Troy Savan's most recent singles. Learn more here!
The Boy Scouts Inspired Norman Rockwell. His Works Will Now Help Pay Abuse Survivors
Many of the works from the Boy Scouts of America's collection are as interwoven into American life as the organization itself. Next week, the works will begin to be auctioned off.
Argentine Prosecutors Charge 3 People Linked to the Death of Former One Direction Star Liam Payne
Three people have been charged in connection with the death of Liam Payne, a former member of musical group One Direction who died after falling from the balcony of his hotel room in Buenos Aires last month, Argentine prosecutors said Thursday.
Questions about Sexual Orientation and Gender ID on Track to be on US Census Bureau Survey by 2027
Questions about sexual orientation, gender identity and changes to queries about race and ethnicity are on track to be asked in the most comprehensive survey of American life by 2027, U.S. Census Bureau officials said Thursday.
Mass. Dem Rep Seth Moulton Buys into GOP's Anti-Trans Rhetoric with Some of his Own
Rep. Seth Moulton of Massachusetts, who was one of two dozen Democrats who sought the party's presidential nomination in 2020, suggested the party should shift its approach to transgender issues with some anti-trans rhetoric of his own.