Bite-size queer and trans news for the week of March 20

Who’s at the top of the ranking after this season’s Rusical?

In an episode already stacked with greatness, a monologue becomes the centrepiece

HB 4378 would allow anyone to sue a drag performer if a minor attends their performance

We get our first truly major power shift of the season

Longer episodes of “Drag Race” return, in spectacular fashion

While many drag events have been cancelled or postponed in Calgary over the last few months, as threats and protests escalate, a local historian says this type of backlash isn’t new

OPINION: As attacks on drag and trans people escalate in the U.S., what can RuPaul do?

Not much movement on the power rankings heading into the final seven

We’re done with hour-long “Drag Race” episodes for the season!

Winnipeg queen Prairie Sky on the bonds that keep her drag children, grandchildren, cousins, nieces and aunties close

Advocates point out that the bill could be used to target trans people in addition to drag performers

We say goodbye to someone who became a fan favourite

Our favourite show turns 200—episodes, that is

New research from Media Matters found at least 63 new ads in the past four months

In the nine-part series Queering Family, Xtra guest editor Stéphanie Verge introduces us to people who are redefining what it means to build and sustain a family

Ra’Jah Mohamed’s school board cancelled a drag show, calling it “hypersexual.” The 16-year-old activist decided to take action

The announcement of the position comes at a time of political backlash against drag artistry

Drag

Hockey got gay, New York’s AG hosts Drag Story Hour, anti-trans Scottish candidates, Billie Eilish plays queer and Tinder’s new relationship types

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Season 15, Episode 12 power ranking: Stars of the stage and screen

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Season 15, Episode 12 recap: And now, a word from Luxx Noir London

Texas bill would incentivize ‘bounty hunters’ to target drag shows, advocates say

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Season 15, Episode 11 power ranking: Stand-up to stand out

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Season 15, Episode 11 recap: ‘Free Willy!’

Calgary pastor faces multiple charges after disrupting drag storytime

Drag is under attack. What role does ‘Drag Race’ play in fighting back?

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Season 15, Episode 10 power ranking: Top story

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Season 15, Episode 10 recap: Women in news

Tracing my drag family tree

Tennessee is first state to pass a drag ban—which could go into effect next month

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Season 15, Episode 9 power ranking: Crystals are a queen’s best friend

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Season 15, Episode 9 recap: Happy birthday, ‘Drag Race’!

Queer and trans families are intentional. They take the shape of what you and your loved ones need most

This Sudbury student is calling out his school for ‘outrageous’ drag cancellation

San Francisco to celebrate drag artistry with new laureate position