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Trans activists gather on National Mall for Transgender Day of Visibility
Around 200 members, supporters of the trans community, gathered on the Mall amid the increasingly hostile political environment. The post Trans activi...
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Transmasc Ironman Trio Won Third Place in a Relay, Beating Over 200 Other Teams
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Idaho Gov. signs nation's "most extreme" anti-trans bathroom law despite police opposition
Opponents say the bill will increase harassment of cisgender people and violence against trans people.
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The case against Charlie Kirk's suspected killer just hit a major snag
The evidence could help acquit the 22-year-old suspect.
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8 unapologetically trans-owned businesses redefining fashion, art, and more
Find trans-owned brands and businesses to support, plus products from LGBTQ Outpost’s trans pride and allyship collection.
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Your Queer Weekly Horoscope: April 6-12, 2026
Mars in Aries will help you feel alive again.
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The cost of speaking one’s mind
Colombian artist José Miel’s recent comments on Pride, LGBTQ community sparked controversy The post The cost of speaking one’s mind appeared first on ...
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Transmasc trio places third at Ironman triathlon: "I felt my inner child just explode out of me"
They had a lot of fun and also delivered an important message about equality.
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Kristi Noem "devastated" over reports of "crossdresser" husband's "bimbofication" fetish
He allegedly appears in a photo in which he wears pink hot pants, a skin suit, and balloons mimicking large breasts.
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Republicans slammed for "cruel" one-word response to the Trans Day of Visibility
"These people are just so pathetically cruel."
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Fox Host says Gavin Newsom is a woman because he's always crying & crossing his legs
Jesse Watters has a long history of mocking men for being feminine for bizarre reasons.
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We especially need to uplift joyous Black trans lives on this Trans Day of Visibility
“Being trans is more than a tragedy story — especially being Black and trans.”
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Kristi Noem's Husband Accused of “Bimbo'” Cross-Dressing Fetish in Leaked Messages and Photos
Bryon Noem allegedly dressed in a makeshift breast plate and dressed in tight pants and a crop top.
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Senegal doubles penalties for being gay in draconian new law
Same-sex relationships are classified as "acts against nature" like necrophilia and bestiality.
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Senegalese president signs bill that further criminalizes homosexuality
Measure passed in National Assembly with near unanimous support The post Senegalese president signs bill that further criminalizes homosexuality appea...
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Analyst astounded by how far Trump's approval rating has dropped: "There is no bottom"
Harry Enten described the polling on Trump as "a steady fall into the abyss."
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John Lithgow claims JK Rowling’s anti-trans activism as been “twisted & misrepresented”
The star of HBO Max’s new ‘Harry Potter’ series, has so far not addressed the author’s financial contributions to legal efforts to roll back trans rig...
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Md. lawmakers reaffirm legislative priorities
2026 General Assembly to end April 13 The post Md. lawmakers reaffirm legislative priorities appeared first on Washington Blade: LGBTQ News, Politics,...
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The right knows conversion therapy bans don't stop them. Here's why they fought to repeal them.
The Supreme Court's decision might not have a big effect on conversion therapy practices. So why did the right spend so much time fighting for it?
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Trump Targets Minnesota’s Federal Funding by Attacking Trans Athletes
The Trump administration has sued Minnesota over its trans-inclusive student athlete policies.
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Supreme Court rules against conversion therapy ban in 8-1 decision
The Court found it to be a First Amendment right to try to turn LGBTQ+ kids straight and cis.
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These 23 films about conversion therapy reveal its deeply emotional & long-reaching effects
Movies about conversion therapy provide startling insights into its victims, its practitioners, and its harmful psycho-social effects.
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Supreme Court Rules 8-1 Against Colorado’s Conversion Therapy Ban
A majority of justices agreed that portions of the ban violate the First Amendment.
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Supreme Court rules against Colo. law banning conversion therapy for minors
8-1 decision could have sweeping impact The post Supreme Court rules against Colo. law banning conversion therapy for minors appeared first on Washing...
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GOP passes forced outing bill punishing adults who "aid & abet" trans kids
One journalist said the extreme bill is akin to turning doctors, teachers, and the like into a "gender secret police"
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New Data Shows Vast Majority of Americans Support Trans Rights
The research suggests that right-wing attacks on trans protections are not aligned with the country’s values.
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Thousands attend 'No Kings' protests in D.C.
Protesters demand accountability, defend democracy, and oppose Trump administration The post Thousands attend 'No Kings' protests in D.C. appeared fir...
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Blade contributor, husband exchange vows in D.C.
Yariel Valdés and Kevin Vega held ceremony at Jefferson Memorial on March 23 The post Blade contributor, husband exchange vows in D.C. appeared first ...
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American Medical Association Says NYT Mischaracterized Its Position on Gender-Affirming Care
In response, the Times concluded that “no update or correction" to either article was necessary.
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College Republicans Higher-Up Said Gay Men Go to the Gym to “Give You AIDS”
Schwemmer became the political director of the College Republicans of America in March.
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Ghanaian president welcomed to Philadelphia amid backlash over anti-LGBTQ bill
Lincoln University cancelled event with John Mahama The post Ghanaian president welcomed to Philadelphia amid backlash over anti-LGBTQ bill appeared f...
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PHOTOS: 'No Kings' rally and march
Demonstrators in Anacostia join nationwide protests The post PHOTOS: 'No Kings' rally and march appeared first on Washington Blade: LGBTQ News, Politi...
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John Lithgow Says J.K. Rowling’s Trans Views Have Been “Twisted and Misrepresented”
The actor also said he was very attracted to the “job security” of playing Dumbledore.
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‘Out for McDuffie’ event held at D.C. gay bar
Mayoral candidate cites record of longtime support for LGBTQ rights The post ‘Out for McDuffie’ event held at D.C. gay bar appeared first on Washingto...
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‘Drag Race’ Star Darlene Mitchell Got Married This Weekend
Muppets were involved.
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Slayyyter Is Making Pop Bangers for the Post-Tumblr Internet
The beloved alt-pop baddie has returned with her first major label release, and a real chance at breaking into the mainstream.
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The Train Doesn’t Care What Gender You Are
Let's Get Boarding Trains Quickly. An ode to the queerest mode of transportation.
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Gavin Newsom Is Obsessed With Using Grindr As an Insult And It’s Just Homophobic
The governor of California won't stop invoking people's alleged Grindr accounts as an insult.
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16-Year-Old Says ICE Agents Choked Him and Called Him Gay While Abducting His Father
Arnaldo Bazan says ICE rammed into his father's car multiple times before detaining him while putting the minor in a chokehold.
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Thank God ‘The Comeback’ Has Come Back
In the long-awaited third season, gay icon Valerie Cherish confronts her next Hollywood frontier: AI.
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Ohio House Passes Bill That Would Effectively Ban Drag
If passed, Ohio HB 249 would criminalize drag outside of “adult cabaret” venues.
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Prominent LGBTQ+ Athletes Push Back on the IOC’s Ban on Trans Women
Nikki Hiltz, Caster Semenya, and other professional athletes have denounced the IOC's new policy.
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Who Is the Greatest Queer TV Character of All Time?
Let's have a conclave.
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How to Chinamaxx in Chengdu, China’s Gayest City
A queer nightlife itinerary for the capital of Sichuan province.
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Why Julio Torres Wants You to Believe That He Lives In a Hole
The avant-garde comedian talks with Them about his new HBO Max special Color Theories.
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How to Go to a Nude Beach With Your Friends (And Not Feel Weird About It)
There’s a sweet spot between not looking and looking too long.
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‘House of the Dragon’s’ Abigail Thorn Will Be Return as Admiral Sharako Lohar for Season 3
The trans actor and writer will make her return as Sharako Lohar in the HBO series' upcoming third season.
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What Fabiana Bolsonaro’s Blackface Stunt Tells Us About Transphobia
The Brazilian politician smeared dark makeup on her face and body in the middle of a parliamentary session.
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IOC Officially Bans Trans Women From Competing in Olympic Female Events
The new ban aligns the IOC with the Trump administration’s policy goals ahead of the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.
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TMVII, Explained: Everything We Know So Far About The Emerging Sexually Transmitted Fungal Infection
From what it is to how to get tested and prevent spread, here’s what you need to know about TMVII.
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Your Queer Weekly Horoscope: March 30-April 5, 2026
Venus in Taurus will guide you to safety.
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Your Queer Weekly Horoscope: March 23-29, 2026
After weeks of chaos, Saturn brings stability.
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Notes from the Edge of the World: A Writer's Journey to Antarctica
How a journey to Antarctica brought me closer to myself.
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Trans Girls Given Until September to Leave Girlguiding, U.K.’s Largest Youth Org for Girls
The group previously announced that trans girls would no longer be accepted as new members.
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Texas Government Begins Removing Rainbow Crosswalks in Dallas
Governor Greg Abbott falsely claimed the sidewalks, funded by the community, were paid for with taxpayer dollars.