IOC urged to drop chromosomal and hormonal testing proposals for the 2028 Olympics
A coalition of 90 organizations is pressing the International Olympic Committee to halt efforts to bring back invasive sex testing ahead of the 2028 Games.
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Oscar tie elevates Two People Exchanging Saliva and its bold vision
A shared Oscar win sent a striking French short into public view, where its strange rules and intimate performances spark conversation
Court upholds West Virginia Medicaid exclusion for gender-affirming care after earlier reversal
A federal appeals panel has ruled that West Virginia may refuse Medicaid funding for gender-affirming surgeries, a decision that resurrects a statewide ban and follows recent Supreme Court guidance on related issues
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Survey: about 39% of americans view homosexuality as morally wrong, survey shows
A Pew Research Center analysis shows 39% of U.S. adults say homosexuality is morally wrong, with acceptance varying sharply by religion, age and education
Jeremy Carl withdraws from State Department nomination amid controversy
Jeremy Carl stepped aside from his nomination for assistant secretary of state for international organization affairs after falling short of unanimous Republican support on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee amid scrutiny of his record
Catherine Opie’s portrait of Elton John and family added to the National Portrait Gallery
A commissioned family portrait by Catherine Opie of Sir Elton John, David Furnish and their children has been unveiled at the National Portrait Gallery, marking the first family image of the couple to enter a national collection
Practical self-soothing strategies for everyday stress
Learn to pinpoint the sensory and behavioral cues that calm you and turn them into a reliable self-soothing routine
Why masculinity and misinformation matter in the U.S. decision to strike Iran
An exploration of how political narratives, masculine identity politics, and strategic resource competition converged around the U.S. strikes on Iran
Supreme Court pause lets teachers tell parents about pupils’ gender presentation
The supreme court’s 6-3 emergency decision halted california’s guidance that limits disclosures about students’ gender, raising questions about parental rights, teacher conscience claims, and the safety of trans youth
Ai-enabled financial scams: what investigators have found
An investigative report on how ai tools are being used to scale financial scams, based on public reports and verified sources
Scouting America reaffirms inclusivity as Pentagon and critics clash over policy
Scouting America publicly restates its commitment to welcome all youth after conflicting statements from the Pentagon, prompting debate over registration, military partnerships, and program changes
Audit uncovers irregularities in city procurement: an investigative overview
An evidence-based review of audit reports, procurement registers and court filings that traces how public contracts were awarded and why questions remain
How meetings between ai vendors and mep advisers may have influenced the eu ai act
An evidence-driven review of public documents suggests repeated interactions between ai vendors and eu policymakers that merit further scrutiny
What Pam Bondi’s Epstein disclosures reveal about the justice department
Pam Bondi’s stewardship of the Epstein document releases has drawn fierce criticism after extensive redactions, slow public disclosure, and disputed testimony to Congress
Why some women prefer men who are a little gay with it
An accessible look at why straight women often prefer men who embrace softer masculinity, emotional openness, and occasional same-sex experimentation
Former Yosemite ranger sues national park service over dismissal after El Capitan flag
A former Yosemite ranger alleges illegal termination and privacy breaches after helping hang a trans pride flag on El Capitan on May 20, 2026; the suit seeks reinstatement and damages
Homophobic graffiti at Highmark Stadium leads to $150,000 loss and insider probe
A string of obscene and anti-LGBTQ messages defaced nearly finished suites at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York, causing extensive repairs and a cross-agency investigation
NyU Langone shutters trans youth clinic as funding pressure rises
NyU Langone’s decision to close its program for transgender adolescents follows federal threats to withdraw Medicare and Medicaid funding; local leaders, advocacy groups, and health plans warn of harms to young people
Trump endorsement boosts Jace Yarbrough as Peter Thiel provides campaign donations
Donald Trump publicly endorsed Jace Yarbrough and Peter Thiel contributed the maximum split donations, spotlighting a Republican primary contest shaped by culture war commentary and legal disputes
How Murder in GlitterBall City reframes a Louisville true-crime through queer eyes
A sensitive and cinematic retelling, Murder in GlitterBall City reframes a shocking murder through community voices, queer stewardship, and World of Wonder’s distinctive approach
Zaldy’s Fall/Winter 2026 collection reclaims menswear with unapologetic queer style
Zaldy presented …Boys Like Me at The Hotel Chelsea, a 26-look Fall/Winter 2026 collection that marks his long-awaited shift into menswear and celebrates individuality
Legal challenge seeks reinstatement of Pride flag at Stonewall after federal removal
Advocates filed suit arguing the Trump administration unlawfully removed the National Park Service–sanctioned Pride flag from the Stonewall National Monument and are asking a court to force its restoration
governor vetoes kansas bill that targeted transgender bathroom access
Kansas governor vetoed a contentious bill affecting transgender Kansans’ restroom use, identity documents, and civil penalties, prompting reactions from lawmakers and LGBTQ+ groups and setting up a possible override fight.
worst gay sex scenes in film and tv and why they matter
A frank reassessment of twenty on-screen queer encounters that feel more misguided than meaningful, with insight into representation, tone, and cultural impact.
how sasha allen and aliyah’s interlude are redefining music, style, and visibility
Sasha Allen releases a love song inspired by Adore Delano while Aliyah’s Interlude builds on viral success with an energetic debut EP and bold plans for growth.