Train travel as calm transit: queer comfort and regional rails
A personal case for why riding long-distance trains can be restorative, practical, and tied to the histories of places such as Greenville
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How Peter Staley proposes unified action for the HIV community
A seasoned activist outlines a coordinated roadmap that connects professional societies, grassroots groups, and cultural platforms to defend HIV progress
Novel rectal hygiene device A-BALL sparks major Kickstarter backing
Polari Labs’ A-BALL has attracted widespread pledges on Kickstarter as an alternative to douching; it uses gelatin and alginate to temporarily displace fecal matter, but broader human trials and ingredient considerations remain important
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How appealing candidates became a deliberate Democratic tactic
The Democratic Party and grassroots organizers are spotlighting visually appealing candidates to capture attention, mobilize supporters, and boost fundraising in a culture that often relies on appearance-based cues
Forbidden Fruits review: a sharp revival of mean-girl cinema
A stylish debut brings back the bite of mean-girl cinema with witchcraft, capitalist satire, and an enlivened cast
How to talk about a Prince Albert piercing without hurting feelings
Straightforward strategies to name your concerns, ask for guidance, and choose whether a relationship suits your limits
How male celebrities turned mesh shirts into red carpet statements
From Met Gala spectacles to Vanity Fair duets, these 13 male stars proved that a mesh shirt can redefine a red carpet moment
How celebrity reactions to Nicki Minaj intersect with Doechii’s rapid ascent
A snapshot of queer and queer-allied celebrities criticizing Nicki Minaj’s political alignment and a profile of Doechii’s artistic and cultural milestones
Whistle review: a gory teen horror with a heartfelt sapphic lead
Explore a mythology-driven horror where an Aztec whistle and a tender sapphic romance collide to produce both chills and charm
Why Warren Throckmorton renounced conversion therapy and challenged Christian nationalist narratives
A straight psychologist publicly recanted his support for conversion therapy, now exposing its flaws and offering a client-centered alternative amid a political resurgence of change efforts
Drag Race alumni join Project Runway and French phrases that define fashion
Two Drag Race stars are set to appear on Project Runway season 22, and the story highlights how French expressions remain embedded in fashion vocabulary
How Luke Hamnett turned TikTok sketches into confidence and community
A Stoke-on-Trent native who left insurance sales for viral videos, Luke Hamnett uses humour and openness to transform past pain into public pride
Queer Mormon woman marries her mission companion after BYU and elopement
A TikTok creator from Utah recounts her time on a mission, her mental health battles, and how she and her mission companion became partners and spouses
How Tonatiuh reshaped Molina in Kiss of the Spider Woman
Tonatiuh transforms a classic role while drawing on his Boyle Heights roots, activism, and a distinct sense of style
Why Tig Notaro stepped away from Cheryl Hines and their podcast
Tig Notaro recounts leaving the joint podcast with Cheryl Hines amid growing political tensions tied to Hines’ husband and the strain that followed on their friendship
Federal appeals court permits Medicaid exclusions for gender-affirming surgeries in West Virginia
A federal appeals court upheld a West Virginia statute that removes Medicaid coverage for specific gender-related procedures, arguing the law targets procedures rather than individuals
Curated long-form picks: from iPod nostalgia to the fujoshi phenomenon
A concise guide to recent essays about technology nostalgia, cultural shifts in romance and media, and reporting that stayed with me
Lake Rucker opens up about identity and what to expect in Southern Hospitality season 4
Lake Rucker discusses belonging on Bravo, the response from Black women who relate to her story, her close bond with Michols, and her evolving approach to romance in season 4
Understanding pre-cum and HIV risk: separating fact from myth
Clear explanations about pre-cum, HIV transmission, and prevention that reduce worry and point to effective protections
Fintech funding dip prompts fresh scrutiny of business models
Venture capital into fintechs dropped in 2025, exposing fragile unit economics and regulatory gaps that echo lessons from 2008
Lyft discounts rides for Kansans affected by law voiding transgender licenses
Lyft extended a temporary discount after Kansas enacted a law that voids licenses with gender markers that differ from a person’s sex assigned at birth, prompting advocacy responses and legal challenges
How domestic politics and foreign alliances shaped reaction to U.S. strikes on Iran
Rachel Maddow dissected the administration’s rationale for strikes in Iran, raising questions about motives, regional beneficiaries and the domestic political calculus
Heartthrob Robb’s new album explores identity, desire and artistic self-determination
Heartthrob Robb channels personal history, Mexican-Italian heritage and unapologetic queer sexuality into a self-directed, self-funded album and visual project
How fintechs can survive liquidity shocks: a data-driven guide
A concise, skeptical guide from a former banker using liquidity, spread and compliance metrics to assess fintech resilience
How fintech resilience is shaping post‑2008 market rules
A concise analysis of fintech funding, liquidity metrics and regulatory implications drawing on post‑2008 lessons and market data