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Live theatre virtually, Two-Spirit model Jazz Moise and Black queer history
Queer Culture Catch-Up

Live theatre virtually, Two-Spirit model Jazz Moise and Black queer history

Plus more queer culture to catch up on starting March 16

By S. Bear Bergman
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Season 15, Episode 9 recap: Happy birthday, ‘Drag Race’!
Drag Race

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

Our favourite show turns 200—episodes, that is

By Kevin O’Keeffe
Everyone chill. ‘The Last of Us’ is not the best gay thing ever—or the worst
TV & Film

Everyone chill. ‘The Last of Us’ is not the best gay thing ever—or the worst

OPINION: Reaction to the “The Last of Us” episode about Nick Offerman and Murray Bartlett’s couple shows we still haven’t figured out how to talk about queer storytelling

By Mel Woods
Righteous Queens and Shady Bitches of 2022
Rainbow Rewind 2022

Righteous Queens and Shady Bitches of 2022

From Cherelle T. Griner, Amy Schneider and drag performers on the front lines to Ron DeSantis, Elon Musk and the Freedom Convoy, we’ve rounded up the best and the worst of 2022

By Xtra Staff
A lesbian holiday rom-com, Brian Falduto’s queer country and Nick Cave art
Queer Culture Catch-Up

A lesbian holiday rom-com, Brian Falduto’s queer country and Nick Cave art

A selection of cultural concoctions to get you through this heavy week

By S. Bear Bergman
Club Q shooting: Here’s what we know so far
Hate Watch

Club Q shooting: Here’s what we know so far

Patrons at club took ‘heroic’ measures to stop gunman’s attack. Five killed, 25 injured, according to latest reports

By Xtra Staff
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When is it okay to ask someone with less privilege than you to cut you some slack?
Ask Kai: Advice for the Apocalypse

When is it okay to ask someone with less privilege than you to cut you some slack?

Kai answers a reader whose conflict with a friend is further complicated by race, mental health and privilege

By Kai Cheng Thom
What do I need to know about HRT and birth control?
Ask an Expert

What do I need to know about HRT and birth control?

Can you still get pregnant while taking testosterone? Does estrogen affect fertility? An expert answers your questions about gender-affirming hormones and contraception

By Laurence Fox
Am I a bad person for not wanting to talk about my friend’s dysphoria all the time?
Ask Kai: Advice for the Apocalypse

Am I a bad person for not wanting to talk about my friend’s dysphoria all the time?

“The mark of a healthy relationship is one that can withstand conflict and challenge, and simultaneously, one where everybody’s boundaries are respected.”

By Kai Cheng Thom
Far-right Twitter account Libs of TikTok targets Ontario LGBTQ2S+ youth centre for hosting drag show
Hate Watch

Far-right Twitter account Libs of TikTok targets Ontario LGBTQ2S+ youth centre for hosting drag show

The organization was reportedly inundated with hate mail and death threats

By Ashleigh-Rae Thomas
Feeling more anxious than usual about sex? You’re not alone
Sexual Health

Feeling more anxious than usual about sex? You’re not alone

As pandemic precautions have lifted, we’re free to gather and hook up again—so why does sex still feel so anxiety-inducing?

By Bobby Box
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 7’ Episode 4 power ranking: Another successful blocking
Drag Race

‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 7’ Episode 4 power ranking: Another successful blocking

Only two queens have so far failed to get a Legendary Legend Star

By Kevin O’Keeffe
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Julia Serano, drag queen story hour and a choral celebration of Pride history
Queer Culture Catch-Up

Julia Serano, drag queen story hour and a choral celebration of Pride history

Plus other recommendations for what’s up and what’s on, beginning May 13

By S. Bear Bergman
JoJo Siwa was left out of the Kids’ Choice Awards and we have some questions
The Buzz

JoJo Siwa was left out of the Kids’ Choice Awards and we have some questions

Despite being the face of Nickelodeon for years, the newly minted queer icon didn’t get an invite

By Mel Woods
The Biden administration is stepping up its support for LGBTQ+ Ukrainian refugees
Politics

The Biden administration is stepping up its support for LGBTQ+ Ukrainian refugees

The U.S. reportedly plans to “expedite” resettlement for queer and trans people fleeing the Russian invasion

By Nico Lang
Is it a good idea to have a threesome with my two best friends?
Ask Kai: Quickies

Is it a good idea to have a threesome with my two best friends?

Like mixing paints into new colours, erotic intimacy can be surprising

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

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
I got ghosted by a guy I really like. Should I confront him?
Ask Kai: Advice for the Apocalypse

I got ghosted by a guy I really like. Should I confront him?

Kai advises a trans reader who keeps on getting ghosted: “your actions should be focused on providing yourself with closure instead of trying to squeeze it out of him”

By Kai Cheng Thom
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