Community & Culture
Why Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe’s breakup matters to sports fans
A concise overview of how two of women's sports' most visible athletes met, built a life and then parted ways
Chappell Roan responds to hotel incident involving Jorginho’s daughter
Chappell Roan answers claims after an 11-year-old fan’s encounter with a security guard, sparking responses from Jorginho, the child’s mother and Rio’s mayor
Markwayne Mullin confirmed as homeland security secretary amid controversy and PAC scrutiny
Markwayne Mullin will lead the Department of Homeland Security after a 54–45 Senate vote, raising questions about his policy priorities and the operations of Boots PAC
Robo-twinks and chatbots: a new era in gay dating
How queer communities that pioneered dating tech are confronting the rise of chatbots and sex bots
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Why casting a cis girl as Lev in The Last of Us sparked backlash
Fans and advocates say the decision to cast a cisgender girl as Lev, a canonically trans boy, undermines authenticity and highlights ongoing industry problems
A guide to lgbtq+ friendly national parks and outdoor safety
Find welcoming national parks, practical safety advice for LGBTQ+ travelers, and why visiting public lands is a form of civic engagement
U.S. attempt to define gender rejected at United Nations commission
A high-stakes vote at the Commission on the Status of Women and a Kansas lawmaker’s stand show how debates over gender and trans rights are playing out from international halls to state capitols
Young Miko rising: from Trap Kitty to Gap campaign and Super Bowl stage
Young Miko blends bold queer storytelling with Latin trap energy to break into global pop culture and major brand platforms
ACT UP die-in targets Palantir over ICE ties and federal health spending
ACT UP marked its 39th anniversary with a die-in at Palantir, pressing officials to prioritize health care over surveillance and war
Joe Burrow pantsing clip goes viral as Team USA rolls past NFL stars
A viral moment involving Joe Burrow during a flag football exhibition collided with Team USA’s clear dominance, highlighting the sport’s unique rules and fan reactions
Find your cursed lesbian object with a playful quiz
Find the queer keepsake that sticks to you like an old mixtape or a weathered flannel—take the quiz to meet your haunted match
What happened between Chappell Roan and Jorginho at a São Paulo hotel
An overview of competing statements after an alleged security confrontation involving Chappell Roan and the family of footballer Jorginho
How Speaker Mike Johnson’s shutdown explanation clashes with the facts about ACA subsidies
A media backlash questioned Speaker Mike Johnson’s explanation for the shutdown and clarified what Democrats are actually seeking on Affordable Care Act tax credits
Inside The White Lotus season 4: location, cast, and tones to watch
A concise preview of The White Lotus season 4: location, ensemble cast, and the satirical themes Mike White is expected to explore
Lawmakers and advocates spar over Trump reaction and the SAVE Act’s impact on voters
A presidential social post and a proposed voting law have sparked a debate about respect for the dead and potential voter disenfranchisement, especially for transgender and married voters
How Kevin Williamson and Victor Turpin united on and off screen in Scream 7
Kevin Williamson directed Scream 7 to franchise record grosses while Victor Turpin appears as Deputy Meadows; an R rating, a notable cast, and a discreet partnership add to the story
Six essential books on the queer Boricua experience
A concise guide to why a curated set of six books about the queer Boricua experience matters to readers and communities
Chris Colfer writes an explicitly adult novel inspired by a personal experience
Chris Colfer is writing his first adult novel — a provocative, queer story he describes as very smutty and based on a real experience
Why Rachel Maddow says Trump’s early second term is marked by failure and backlash
Rachel Maddow tells Katie Phang that the early weeks of Trump’s return show broad public resistance, numerous legal losses and chaotic governance
Bear fitness guide: gain strength without losing your bulk
A friendly, evidence-informed approach to becoming a stronger, more defined bear while keeping the size and presence that matter
Bills in Tennessee would require reporting on gender-affirming care and ban preferred honorifics in schools
Tennessee proposals would force clinics to send detailed patient data to the health department and restrict how teachers can be addressed in class, sparking privacy and discrimination debates
Chris Colfer pivots from children’s books to a spicy adult novel
Chris Colfer, the Glee alum and author of The Land of Stories, says his debut first adult novel will be erotic, unsettling and rooted in a real incident
Dating someone who uses AI heavily: what to consider
A balanced guide to deciding whether a partner’s reliance on generative ai is a deal breaker and how local LLMs are changing developer workflows
Judge rules RFK Jr. exceeded authority in bid to restrict care for trans youth
A federal judge blocked parts of HHS action after states challenged statements and proposed rules on gender-affirming care and vaccines, highlighting procedural missteps and broader legal limits on agency power
Star Trek gay Klingon sparks debate over representation in Starfleet Academy
A breakthrough role in Starfleet Academy has opened conversations about masculinity, queer relationships and the online culture that amplifies both praise and anger
Gawdland crowned on RuPaul’s Drag Race UK vs. the World season 3
Gawdland became the first Asian and Thai winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK vs. the World season 3, celebrated by fans worldwide and hinting at an All Winners challenge