News + Politics
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Trump Claims Hospitals Are Doing “Reverse Surgery” on Trans People
The president said the procedures were being carried out "at my order," but offered no explanation for the bizarre claim.
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Everton Blair Is South’s First Black Gay Congressman
The former Gwinnett County school board chair won a special election to complete the late U.S. Rep. David Scott’s term.
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Federal Judge Strikes Down Texas Law Restricting Drag Shows
Judge David Hittner found the law overly broad and vague, offering a simple solution to those offended: "Just don't go."
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Dolly Parton, Beloved LGBTQ Ally, Dies at Age 80
The country music icon supported marriage equality, defended transgender people, and made acceptance central to her message.
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Adult Content Creator Christian Styles Dies at 29
The GayVN Award-winning performer built a sizable online following, with more than 1.1 million followers on X.
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Burglar Breaks Into Protest Pizza in Dupont, Community Rallies
Protest Pizza + Bar, a gay-owned pizzeria, has received an outpouring of support and increased business following a burglary last week.
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Inside the New Metro Weekly: Elegance Bratton Talks Hollywood and House
Also inside: Isaiah Rashad hits the road, corporate DEI holds firm, and Keegan’s Gruesome Playground Injuries.
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Gay Gossip Site DataLounge Shuts Down After 31 Years
The pioneering online forum fostered a devoted gay community while earning a reputation for vicious gossip and anonymous cruelty.
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New Jersey Enacts Shield Law for Trans Health Care and Abortion
The measure blocks state cooperation with out-of-state investigations and strengthens protections for patients and providers.
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Anne Arundel Schools Revise Gender Policy After Federal Threat
The district amended its LGBTQ student regulations after federal agencies threatened to withhold funding over parents' access to gender-related records.
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Log Cabin Republicans Drops Support for Transgender Community
The gay conservative group blames transgender activists for declining support for gay rights and will now identify as an LGB organization.
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Mid-Atlantic Leather Weekend Moving to Washington Hilton in 2028
Organizers say the leather event has outgrown its longtime home and will hold one final bash at the Hyatt Regency Washington in 2027.
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Derek Chadwick Leaves Gay App Goose Over Conflicting Vision
The gay dating app's co-founder says he can no longer stand behind the company amid scrutiny over allegedly AI-generated promotional accounts.
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Pride Flags Removed from LGBTQ-Friendly Catholic High School
After the Diocese of Oakland required their removal, Bishop O'Dowd adopted a rainbow-colored "inclusive O" as a new symbol of belonging.
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After a Decade at DIK Bar, Bear Happy Hour Moves to JR.’s
The longtime monthly gathering, organized by Fergus, will hold a soft opening at its new 17th Street home on August 21.
