Why Hacks Montecito makes Deborah and Ava feel like soulmates
Hacks stages a pretend romance between Deborah and Ava that reveals genuine emotional complexity and comedic gold
Matteo Galli
How legal rulings and church reports are reshaping the conversation on conversion therapy
A recent high court ruling and a Vatican study have renewed scrutiny of conversion therapy, exposing disproportionate harm to Black LGBTQ youth and the role of religious settings in delivering these practices
Lawsuit challenges DOJ memo that told prisons to ignore PREA protections for transgender people
A transgender woman and civil rights groups have asked a federal court to restore longstanding PREA protections after a DOJ memo told auditors and prisons to stop enforcing transgender-specific safeguards
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Cynthia Erivo runs 3:21:40 at the London Marathon and finishes to ‘Defying Gravity’
Cynthia Erivo completed the London Marathon in 3:21:40, finishing to ‘Defying Gravity’ and posting a career best while juggling stage and training
High-profile coming out stories in 2026 that shaped public conversation
A concise overview of well-known people who publicly shared queer or trans identities in 2026 and the contexts of their announcements
When Christian rhetoric meets religious authority: a closer look at privilege and power
A sharp examination of how political figures used Christian language against Pope Leo XIV, and how those gestures expose Christian hegemony, misuse of scripture, and the persistence of religious privilege
Top queer celebrity snapshots and how to stay plugged in
A concise tour of standout queer-friendly celebrity snaps and live event highlights, plus how to subscribe to Queerty for more
Kalen Allen reflects on his bond with Ellen DeGeneres and why they stopped speaking
Kalen Allen opens up about his rise from viral videos to The Ellen DeGeneres Show, a difficult conversation about influence, and the lasting effects on both careers
LGBTQ+ student experiences: the impact of policy and support in schools
A new study reveals how peers, teachers, and policies shape the daily lives of LGBTQ+ students
Zendaya shines amid uneven storytelling in Euphoria season 3
Zendaya’s Rue dominates a sprawling third season that oscillates between stirring intimacy and sensational excess
Matt Bomer stars as Xander in Outcome, a dark comedy on Apple TV
A look at Matt Bomer’s new role in Outcome, the film’s plot led by Keanu Reeves, Jonah Hill’s creative hand, and the parade of cameos that spice the Apple TV release
Idaho bill makes using gender‑aligned public restrooms a criminal offense
Idaho’s new law makes entering restrooms that match a person’s gender identity a criminal act in many public places, drawing condemnation from civil rights groups and questions from law enforcement
Why the American Medical Association says the New York Times mischaracterized its stance on youth gender care
The American Medical Association pushed back against reporting that presented a policy reversal on pediatric gender-related surgeries, insisting its core positions are unchanged
How visibility became activism: Black trans artists and cultural pushback in 2026
Ts Madison and Billy Porter speak out about erasure, cultural censorship and the stakes for Black queer creators
Jane Don’t’s unexpected exit from RuPaul’s Drag Race season 18
Jane Don’t, a season 18 frontrunner on RuPaul’s Drag Race, was sent home after an improv stumble and a lip sync loss, prompting fan outrage and a plea against online hostility
Ohio legislators push HB 249 to restrict drag and tighten indecent exposure laws
A new Ohio measure redefines adult cabaret performance and raises questions about free expression, trans access to public spaces, and the politics behind the bill
How Chappell Roan went from midwestern breakout to headline-making controversies
An incisive summary of Chappell Roan’s rapid success with The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess and the public disputes that have trailed her
LGBTQ+ culture digest: tackling surprise medical bills, Tom Ford’s next move, and hybrid training buzz
A concise look at why unexpected medical charges, Tom Ford’s personal pivot, and hybrid training matter to LGBTQ+ communities
Trans women form inclusive tennis league in Las Vegas
A grassroots response to changing policies: players in Las Vegas built a welcoming tennis league for trans women and allies
How to rebuild sexual intimacy after an HIV diagnosis
A compassionate roadmap to overcome stigma, address trauma, and restore intimate connections while living with HIV
Buttigieg pushes back on GOP narrative about undocumented health care in funding fight
Pete Buttigieg calls the accusation false and argues the funding fight is about Republican choices that affect millions of Americans
How California can protect immigrants, LGBTQ+ asylum seekers, and community safety
As enforcement ramps up and federal policy shifts, California has tools and obligations to safeguard immigrant and LGBTQ+ lives—this piece outlines practical community actions and policy levers
Representation gap: older gay men and visibility on television
Explore why television still avoids frank portrayals of older gay men and what it would take to normalize sexual and complex 50-plus queer characters
Steamy queer drama Perfect stars Julia Fox and Ashley Moore at SXSW
Julia Fox and Ashley Moore lead a provocative, water-scarcity romance that aims to provoke and entertain
How to spot catfishing and protect your privacy online
A sex worker recounts finding out a long online friend was fake and shares steps for verification and recovery