5 queer and trans stories we’re watching: May 8
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Daniel Allen Cox on letting desire lead the way
In his first memoir, novelist Daniel Allen Cox escapes the Jehovah’s Witnesses for a queer life of reimagining language
‘Yellowjackets’ Season 2, Episode 6 recap: The miracle of life
A long-awaited birth turns out a standout episode for one of the show’s young actors
8 queer celebrity chefs you need to know
From Ted Allen to Melissa King, the rise of Food Network has spawned a generation of queer icons
The intoxicating headiness of lesbian heartbreak
REVIEW: “The Adult” is a masterful debut novel from Bronwyn Fischer
Sports cycling stands by trans winner, new queer advocacy org, Florida and Montana anti-LGBTQ2S+ laws, Yvie Oddly vs. Republicans and pro-gay Jesus angers EU officials
5 queer and trans stories we’re watching: May 5
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British drag has always been radical
In the wake of drag icon Paul O’Grady’s death, it’s time to excavate Britain’s radical drag history
What’s at stake for LGBTQ2S+ writers in the WGA strike?
Our favourite queer media will have to wait until the creative minds behind them get a fair deal
Rachel Weisz doubles the gay and the fun in ‘Dead Ringers’
REVIEW: Weisz’s dual performance saves overstuffed Cronenberg remake
Uganda bill still viciously anti-gay, trans journalist thwarts swatting attempt, Harvey Guillén at the Met Gala, queer creators support WGA strike, Oregon moves to protect trans healthcare, gay playwright Robert Patrick dies
6 queer and trans stories we’re watching: May 3
‘Unsyncable’ doc follows an impressive group of aging athletes as they make waves and smash stereotypes
Director Megan Wennberg’s latest is a dive into the world of artistic swimming
Jerry Springer’s legacy of discovery and disgust
OPINION: “I used to have a recurring nightmare that if I tried to transition, I’d be met with braying, angry Springer crowds”
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Queer Met Gala looks, censured Montana state rep sues, new drag dinner competition, queer youth mental health, Tony Award noms and Twitter oral sex misinformation
6 queer stories we’re watching: May 2
Intergalactic beauty Juno Birch’s advice for mere mortals
“Delusion is the key to confidence,” says the trans drag alien probing North Americans, er, North America this summer
Canada should use Commonwealth platform to push LGBTQ+ rights
OPINION: For the coronation, Canada needs to better engage with Commonwealth countries on LGBTQ+ issues
Drag queen reading events protested again, delays on HIV program in Uganda, San Francisco repeals boycott of 30 states, Bud Light called on to support trans communities and lesbian dating app HER takes a stand against TERFs
5 queer stories we’re watching: May 1
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Senior editor Mel Woods tasked with taking Xtra to new audiences
First, it was book bans. Now, Republicans are coming for publishers
Tennessee bill takes book bans to a new level by coming for publishers
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