Virginia school board reaches settlement in trans student locker room dispute
A Virginia school board and families of students reached a confidential settlement after a March 2026 locker room incident triggered a Title IX probe, litigation, fundraising from conservative groups, and an unsuccessful Justice Department motion to intervene
DHS secretary under fire over management choices and personal questions in congressional hearings
Lawmakers from both parties challenged the Department of Homeland Security secretary on judgment, staffing, and a disturbing personal anecdote, raising questions about leadership and oversight
Montana senator assists police in ejecting antiwar protester; veteran alleges injury
A protester interrupted a Senate Armed Services subcommittee hearing and a Republican senator joined officers removing him; the demonstrator, a Marine veteran and Green Party candidate, says he was injured and now faces criminal counts
Flame Con 2026 in Times Square: what to expect and how to attend
Flame Con relocates to the Marriott Marquis in Times Square for August 15–16, 2026, bringing bigger floors, a partially juried exhibitor model, and free admission for attendees 21 and under on Sunday
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
How myths, budget cuts and long-acting drugs are reshaping HIV care
A concise guide to the science behind pre-ejaculate and HIV, the risk to safety-net drug programs in the United States, and the impact of long-acting injectable therapies on adherence and care models
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
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s iced coffee scrutiny and community remembrances
An overview of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s move to question iced coffee sugar safety and a respectful summary of recent local obituaries from Glasgow, Montana
How litter box lies are used to attack schools and LGBTQ+ people
A widely repeated false claim that schools place litter boxes for student “furries” has no documented evidence but continues to be used to inflame opposition to LGBTQ+ rights and public education
Community fundraiser aims to install surveillance around Stonewall Monument
An activist has started a GoFundMe to install privately owned cameras around Christopher Park to continuously stream visits and ensure community oversight of the Stonewall National Monument
Scott Lowell on Queer as Folk legacy and his advocacy work
Actor Scott Lowell recounts how Queer as Folk changed TV representation, describes his roles in Bones and theater, and explains his commitment to anti-bullying through the Tyler Clementi Foundation
Understanding pre-cum and HIV risk: separating myth from science
Explore why researchers say the risk of HIV from pre-cum is effectively negligible, what studies show, and how prevention tools still matter
Progressive voters oust Democrats who backed anti-trans measures in North Carolina primaries
North Carolina primary results showed voters removing Democrats who voted with Republicans on trans rights and immigration, a message that could shape broader contests including 2026 Senate fights
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
How grooming culture and testosterone marketing are reshaping masculinity
An exploration of how entertainment, social media, and direct-to-consumer medicine are fueling new pressures on men to optimize their bodies and identities
Eric Nam’s homoerotic western video and Hillary Clinton’s deposition showdown explained
A reality show aftermath fuels a tongue-in-cheek country video from Eric Nam, while Hillary Clinton delivers a measured rebuke during a contentious deposition — both clips are sparking conversation.
Clarifying pre-cum and HIV risk: what science and experts say
Clear up confusion about pre-cum and HIV: evidence-based explanations, practical risk context, and steps to feel safer and less anxious
How to say sorry when you mix up two people
A compassionate, practical approach to apologizing for a mistaken identity, understanding the underlying causes, and deciding when direct apology is appropriate
How voter ID and license policies are affecting transgender voters
An overview of how recent policies on driver’s licenses, passports, and voting documents create practical and legal obstacles for transgender and nonbinary people seeking to participate in elections
Family Research Council seeks funds and prayer during U.S. strikes on Iran
An influential anti-LGBTQ group tied a U.S. military campaign to a religious mission, soliciting a prayer pledge and donations while critics warn of anti-Muslim rhetoric and proselytizing in the ranks
How the BAFTAs moment sparked debate over race, Tourette’s and editorial choices
Alan Cumming issued an apology following a BAFTAs incident that exposed tensions between disability understanding, racial harm and editorial decisions
Steve Toth unseats Dan Crenshaw in Texas 2nd District Republican primary
Dan Crenshaw’s primary defeat to Steve Toth in Texas’s 2nd District closes a chapter for a vocal opponent of gender-affirming care and highlights shifting dynamics within the Republican Party
Why Jennifer Garner calls Love, Simon the most important film she has made
Jennifer Garner explains why playing Simon’s mother in Love, Simon stands out among her roles and how the film has sparked conversations
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
Queer book highlights for March 2026 and recent community obituaries
A dual roundup that pairs March 2026 queer book releases with obituary summaries honoring local residents