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Love your neighbour as yourself? The surprising queer romance set in a remote Jehovah’s Witness community
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Living sound forever: The genius of Wendy Carlos
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5 queer and trans stories we’re watching: May 17
My hookup lied to me and exposed me to an STI. Can I ghost him?
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Resources on asexuality and aromanticism studies are more accessible than ever
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New Janelle Monáe, AMA president vows to fight for trans people, GLAAD media awards, trans teens sue Montana and a Sapphic horror biopic
5 queer stories we’re watching: May 15
As the conservative heartland, Alberta’s election could be a sign of what’s to come nationally
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