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Books

A new book on conversion practices examines exactly what trans people need from lawmakers

A new book on conversion practices examines exactly what trans people need from lawmakers

Florence Ashley argues that bans are just the first step in preventing trans people from dealing with the trauma of such “therapy”

By Paul Gallant • April 6, 2022 at 8:02 am EDT
Politics

These 7 U.S. states could be the next to pass a Florida-style ‘Don’t Say Gay’ law

These 7 U.S. states could be the next to pass a Florida-style ‘Don’t Say Gay’ law

Florida’s bill is one of many that would censor LGBTQ2S+ education in schools

By Ursula Muñoz S. • April 4, 2022 at 6:11 pm EDT
Activism

In Warsaw, a Ukrainian drag queen talks about queer life and refugees

In Warsaw, a Ukrainian drag queen talks about queer life and refugees

“The LGBTQ+ community is together, organized and supportive”

By Adam Zivo • April 1, 2022 at 10:16 am EDT
Identity

This British MP just became the U.K.’s first openly trans member of Parliament

This British MP just became the U.K.’s first openly trans member of Parliament

Conservative MP Jamie Wallis came out in a statement that also included details of sexual assault and blackmail

By V.S. Wells • March 31, 2022 at 6:24 pm EDT
Culture

Why trans family visibility matters

Why trans family visibility matters

ANALYSIS: Three parents talk about what it means to see celebrity families like theirs, from Cher to Dwyane Wade

By V.S. Wells • March 31, 2022 at 11:38 am EDT
Love & Sex

My girlfriend wants to sleep with her other partners, but not with me—is that selfish?

My girlfriend wants to sleep with her other partners, but not with me—is that selfish?

Kai advises a reader that relationship anarchy isn’t free from jealousy—or boundaries

By Kai Cheng Thom • March 29, 2022 at 11:50 am EDT
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Politics

These billboard campaigns ‘Say Gay’ in response to attacks on LGBTQ2S+ equality

These billboard campaigns ‘Say Gay’ in response to attacks on LGBTQ2S+ equality

As Gov. Ron DeSantis signs Florida’s controversial “Don’t Say Gay” bill into law, LGBTQ2S+ people are fighting back

By Jordan Daniels • March 28, 2022 at 5:20 pm EDT
Drag Race

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Season 14, Episode 12 recap: It’s not chocolate

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Season 14, Episode 12 recap: It’s not chocolate

The gold bar twist finally pays off. Or does it?

By Kevin O’Keeffe • March 28, 2022 at 8:07 am EDT
Activism

LGBTQ2S+ kids in the U.S. are under attack. Here’s how to help

LGBTQ2S+ kids in the U.S. are under attack. Here’s how to help

There are resources available, whether you’re a trans kid in Texas looking for support or someone who wants to help

By Ursula Muñoz S. • March 21, 2022 at 11:27 am EDT
Music

Claud’s evolution into a rocking, exhilarating headliner

Claud’s evolution into a rocking, exhilarating headliner

The shy purveyor of “bedroom pop” blossoms onstage with a beguiling mix of vulnerability and verve

By Sergio Lopez • March 21, 2022 at 10:15 am EDT
Drag Race

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Season 14, Episode 11 recap: Loose lips sync ships

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Season 14, Episode 11 recap: Loose lips sync ships

The LaLaPaRuZa battle is the shot of competitive energy that Season 14 has been needing

By Kevin O’Keeffe • March 21, 2022 at 9:43 am EDT
Love & Sex

Dating as an autistic person can be challenging—but it’s also joyful and hot

Dating as an autistic person can be challenging—but it’s also joyful and hot

Reframing the way we view “autistic traits,” like directness and openness, can make dating better for just about everybody

By Cassandra Kislenko • March 17, 2022 at 4:42 pm EDT
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Books

Banned books: eight authors targeted by censors speak up about why they think it happened

Banned books: eight authors targeted by censors speak up about why they think it happened

Titles by and about LGBTQ2S+ young people are among the most banned books, especially in the U.S.

By Paul Gallant • March 17, 2022 at 4:20 pm EDT
Activism

This gay dating app is helping LGBTQ+ Ukrainian refugees and their families find shelter

This gay dating app is helping LGBTQ+ Ukrainian refugees and their families find shelter

More than 3,000 Romeo users have offered a place to stay for LGBTQ+ Ukrainians fleeing violence

By Nico Lang • March 15, 2022 at 5:28 pm EDT
Ask Kai: Advice for the Apocalypse

My ex-roommate says I’m abusive for leaving my dirty dishes in the sink. Do I owe them accountability?

My ex-roommate says I’m abusive for leaving my dirty dishes in the sink. Do I owe them accountability?

Non-abusive conflict can still lead to harm. But, Kai says, “taking accountability is not the same thing as giving up your truth”

By Kai Cheng Thom • March 15, 2022 at 10:54 am EDT
Books

A little bit ‘The Baby-Sitters Club,’ a little bit body horror; Megan Milks’ novel is a real pre-trans trip

A little bit ‘The Baby-Sitters Club,’ a little bit body horror; Megan Milks’ novel is a real pre-trans trip

The prolific author talks drawing on 1990s young adult fiction, the trans book boom and the best approach to writing about eating disorders

By Eli Cugini • March 14, 2022 at 9:55 am EDT
Music

The long lost musical project of ‘The Kids in the Hall’ alums Scott Thompson and Paul Bellini finally gets its due

The long lost musical project of ‘The Kids in the Hall’ alums Scott Thompson and Paul Bellini finally gets its due

Their 1980s art punk band Mouth Congress is making up for lost time

By Jesse Locke • March 11, 2022 at 8:00 am EDT
Sexual Health

The great girlbossification of sex toys

The great girlbossification of sex toys

Everyone from Nordstrom to Nasty Gal is hawking sex toys. But turning pleasure into yet another aspect of wellness isn’t the sex-positive leap forward retailers would like us to believe it is

By HG Watson • March 10, 2022 at 1:28 pm EDT
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