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For Black trans women, a chosen mother means love — and a vital line of defense
This story was originally reported by Ebony JJ Curry of The 19th. Meet Ebony and read more of their reporting on gender, politics and policy. Jeynce Poindexter was 14 when home stopped feeling like home. Her mother could not accept that she was transgender, Poindexter said, and staying would have meant negotiating an identity she…
LGBTQ+ safety and privacy policies declined across major platforms, according to new GLAAD report
The GLAAD Social Media Safety Index & Platform Scorecard for 2026 was released this week and, according to the organization,…
Four LGBTQ+ movies that should be in the National Film Registry but aren’t (yet)
Every year, the Library of Congress selects 25 films for preservation in the National Film Registry — movies deemed “culturally,…
LGBTQ+ youth mental health improved slightly in 2025 — but anti-LGBTQ+ policies are still taking a toll
Content warning: This article discusses suicide, self-harm, and mental health challenges affecting LGBTQ+ youth. The Trevor Project, which describes itself…
Ash Perez leans into love, laughter and queer storytelling with “Speak Now”
If you’ve been missing the kind of rom-com that actually makes you laugh out loud in between moments of real…
New report finds gains and gaps for LGBTQ+ workers
A new national report paints a mixed picture for LGBTQ+ workers: more employees feel seen and supported on the job,…
Beyond the obvious: 5 underrated LGBTQ+-friendly cities
When you think of LGBTQ+ friendly cities, there are the obvious answers that come to mind. Places like San Francisco,…
Florida’s “Anti-Diversity” legislation, explained — And why it matters beyond Florida
If you don’t live in Florida, you might be tempted to scroll past this. Don’t. Florida has a habit of…
Queer perfumers behind Domestica turn everyday memories into scent
It’s happened to all of us: you’re out and about and suddenly you catch a whiff of something that brings…
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PFLAG brings the topic of LGBTQ+ book bans to SXSW EDU
This week, PFLAG hosted a panel at SXSW EDU examining the growing wave of book bans and the impact on LGBTQ+ stories in schools and libraries. The session, “Beyond Bans: Defending LGBTQ+ Stories & Literary Freedom,” took place March 11 and streamed live on SXSW EDU’s YouTube channel. The conversation focused on the increasing censorship of books, authors and…
‘I’m heartbroken’: Trans Kansans reckon with their driver’s licenses being invalidated
TOPEKA — Transgender rights activist Jaelynn Abegg was furious Thursday morning when she received a letter from the state informing her that her driver’s license had been invalidated because of a new state law. Abegg, a Wichita resident, said she would only get a new driver’s license if she needs one before fleeing the state,…
Stonewall National Monument Visitor Center brings LGBTQ+ history to life
As I stepped into the Stonewall National Monument Visitor Center, the first thing that greeted me was my reflection framed by the words “See History Be History.” It felt like both a welcome and an invitation. As part of the Wall of Solidarity—a lively exhibit celebrating love, community, and queer joy—the frame establishes the mood for what…
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The Map of Us podcast puts real voices behind the LGBTQ+ Media Mapping Project
What happens when you take a national research project and hand the microphone to the people living it? “The Map of Us,” a new seven-episode podcast from News is Out, brings the findings of the LGBTQ+ Media Mapping Project to life through candid conversations with the journalists and publishers doing the work. All episodes are…
Philadelphia, Frida and The Hours among 25 films added to 2025 National Registry
LGBTQ+-inclusive films were among the 25 films added to the 2025 National Registry. The registry comes out of the United States National Film Preservation Board, started in 1988, to “ensure the survival, conservation and increased public availability of America’s film heritage.” Among this year’s inductees, are several films that feature prominent LGBTQ+ characters and storylines.…
Could Heated Rivalry bring a whole new fanbase to ice hockey – and can the sport embrace them?
Heated Rivalry has taken the world by a storm. The series tells the story of rivals-to-lovers hockey players Japanese-Canadian Shane Hollander (Hudson Williams) and Russian Ilya Rozanov (Connor Storrie), and their yearslong relationship navigating falling in love while playing professional sport. Based on the “Game Changers” ice hockey romance novels by Rachel Reid, the series…