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Topline: When will our bodies release the pandemic stress?
Xtra Weekly

Topline: When will our bodies release the pandemic stress?

As public spaces reopen, I’m learning to manage the anxiety caused by COVID-19

By Lito Howse
Everything queer coming to streaming platforms in July
TV & Film

Everything queer coming to streaming platforms in July

From lesbian love spanning three centuries to a modern rendition of “Gossip Girl”

By Sarah Taher
After more than two years of Bolsonaro, queer Brazilian artists and entertainers feel like they’re losing ground
The Xtra Long Read

After more than two years of Bolsonaro, queer Brazilian artists and entertainers feel like they’re losing ground

The unexpected death of comedian Paulo Gustavo has focused attention on the government’s disregard for LGBTQ+ culture

By Nicole Froio
12 queer and trans trailblazing athletes you should know
Identity

12 queer and trans trailblazing athletes you should know

Carl Nassib is the first openly gay active NFL player. But countless queer and trans athletes paved the way for his historic disclosure

By Mel Woods
We still can’t tell if Céline Dion is a child prodigy made good or a heartless robot bent on world domination
That’s the Way It Is

We still can’t tell if Céline Dion is a child prodigy made good or a heartless robot bent on world domination

One thing’s for sure: after 40 years in showbiz, the beloved Quebec chanteuse has never figured out how to be cool

By Thomas Leblanc, Tranna Wintour
What writer Peter Dubé is looking for at the intersection of queerness and the surreal
Books

What writer Peter Dubé is looking for at the intersection of queerness and the surreal

His latest book-length poem, “The Headless Man,” follows a mysterious character from birth to sexuality

By Matthew Hays
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‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 6’ Episodes 1 and 2 power ranking: Peaks and valleys
Drag Race

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 6’ Episodes 1 and 2 power ranking: Peaks and valleys

A early star emerges while other queens struggle to stand out

By Kevin O’Keeffe
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 6’ Episode 2 recap: Hey Blue, here is a ball for you
Drag Race

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 6’ Episode 2 recap: Hey Blue, here is a ball for you

Finally, ‘All Stars’ delivers a full-scale Ball challenge

By Kevin O’Keeffe
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 6’ Episode 1 recap: A gorgeous gaggle of Glamazons
Drag Race

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 6’ Episode 1 recap: A gorgeous gaggle of Glamazons

The largest, single season ‘All Stars’ cast has to stand out in a crowded variety show

By Kevin O’Keeffe
Maiah Stewardson shares the joys of working with a queer director on indie hit ‘My First Summer’
TV & Film

Maiah Stewardson shares the joys of working with a queer director on indie hit ‘My First Summer’

The Aussie actor and podcaster worried, “I’m only going to get queer roles, and this is all gonna be a disaster.”

By Jordan Pike
Playwright Brad Fraser appraises his anger, the AIDS crisis and creative alchemy
Books

Playwright Brad Fraser appraises his anger, the AIDS crisis and creative alchemy

The author of “Unidentified Human Remains and the True Nature of Love” looks back at 30 years of theatre making

By Matthew Hays
Why Carl Nassib’s coming out is such a big deal
Identity

Why Carl Nassib’s coming out is such a big deal

The NFL has its first openly gay active player. But is the historically problematic league ready?

By Mel Woods
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How TikTokers are giving great sex education while avoiding the censors
Tik Talk

How TikTokers are giving great sex education while avoiding the censors

From bottoming tips to alternative strap-on harnesses, there’s a lot to love

By Mel Woods
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under’ Episode 8 recap: She’s a winner, baby
Drag Race

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under’ Episode 8 recap: She’s a winner, baby

It’s been a long road, but at last we have Down Under’s first “Drag Race” superstar

By Kevin O’Keeffe
Poet jaye simpson isn’t interested in being relatable. Maybe that makes them even more relatable
Books

Poet jaye simpson isn’t interested in being relatable. Maybe that makes them even more relatable

The Two-Spirit Oji-Cree Saulteaux writer’s debut collection was nominated for three literary awards

By Jas Morgan
Mae Martin talks ‘Feel Good,’ comedy and John Wick as gender
TV & Film

Mae Martin talks ‘Feel Good,’ comedy and John Wick as gender

The Canadian comedian shares their thoughts on standup, queerness and the second season of their acclaimed Netflix show

By Mel Woods
How much longer will straight white women be our queer superhero stand-ins?
TV & Film

How much longer will straight white women be our queer superhero stand-ins?

Marvel and DC need to do more than offer us blockbusters with female leads who are symbolically marginalized

By Aviva Dove-Viebahn
Whether you’re commemorating Pride history or just wanna boogie, here’s our ultimate event list
Queer Culture Catch-Up

Whether you’re commemorating Pride history or just wanna boogie, here’s our ultimate event list

Our recommendations for what’s happening for the second half of Pride month, beginning June 17

By S. Bear Bergman
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