Pablo Alborán linked to model Juan Sesma after intimate Instagram slideshow
Photos of Spanish singer Pablo Alborán and model Juan Sesma at a birthday celebration have ignited dating speculation, though Alborán has long preferred to keep romantic details private
When cult tactics meet public policy: tracing consequences from Jonestown to today
An examination of the Peoples Temple tragedy, parallels with modern political movements, and policy choices that contributed to preventable deaths and public health setbacks
Gallup stops publishing presidential approval ratings amid polling changes
Gallup has announced a shift away from publishing individual political approval ratings while analysts and the public debate how this change intersects with the president’s low approval and evolving polling methods
NyU Langone ends youth gender-affirming services after federal pressure
NyU Langone shut its Transgender Youth Health Program, citing regulatory pressure and leadership changes; local officials, advocacy groups, and health experts criticize the move and call for state protections
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
NYU Langone discontinues gender-affirming care for minors after federal pressure
NYU Langone has stopped providing gender-affirming care to minors, attributing the decision to federal funding threats and staff changes; advocates, elected officials, and health plans warn of harms to transgender youth
Pulse nightclub demolition begins to make way for permanent memorial in Orlando
Orlando prepares to dismantle the Pulse nightclub and remove its sign as part of a project to create a permanent memorial for the 49 victims of the June 12, 2016, mass shooting
Gay MAGA user claims discrimination after dating rejections and suggests class action
A post in a conservative Facebook dating group claimed political bias against gay Trump supporters and proposed legal action, prompting viral responses and pointed mockery
Heritage Foundation names Corey DeAngelis as research fellow despite prior adult film revelations
Heritage Foundation appoints Corey DeAngelis as a research fellow, reigniting conversations about school choice, Project 2026 connections, and a disclosed adult film past
Top 10 queer culture picks: books, fashion, music and more
A roundup of standout queer culture moments—from a candid memoir and buzzy music to comfort fashion and a revealing reality TV docuseries.
Top LGBTQ+ culture highlights and new releases to watch this week
A quick guide to the biggest queer entertainment updates: fresh casting news, a new love ballad, festival highlights and can’t-miss screen moments
A roundup of longform reads on food delivery, clothing sizing and cultural trends
A handpicked list of longform pieces exploring surrogacy headlines, the rise of delivery services, sizing history and niche cultural worlds
How EJ Marcus navigates social apps, nostalgia and internet culture
Comedian and writer EJ Marcus reflects on early internet memories, app routines, viral moments and the ways social media shapes identity
How a Senate slip-up intersected with Epstein files, federal oversight and queer community responses
A review of Sen. Ted Cruz’s apparent misstatement in a congressional speech, the implications for oversight of abuse cases, and connected political developments involving the Epstein files and LGBTQ+ community actions
Conservative think tank names Corey DeAngelis to education post amid controversy
Heritage Foundation adds Corey DeAngelis to its education team, a hire that reopens controversies over his adult film past and ties to Project 2026
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
Karamo Brown on ending one-sided relationships and protecting your peace
Karamo Brown reflects on childhood abandonment and urges people to protect their energy by refusing one-sided relationships
Essential longform picks on food delivery, clothing sizing and urban change
A compact guide to recent longform pieces—from analyses of food delivery and women’s sizing to neighborhood change and quirky investigations—selected for curious readers
How a queer vet tech’s TikTok landed Amber Glenn in a viral love-notice
A playful TikTok from a queer vet tech captured Amber Glenn’s attention, blending fandom, cute animals and an outpouring of support for the Team USA figure skater
How federal actions are disrupting access to gender-affirming care for youth
Hospitals across the country have scaled back or stopped offering gender-affirming care after federal pressure and proposed rules threatened funding, creating urgent challenges for transgender youth and their families
Why black queer history matters for a complete American narrative
Discover how Black LGBTQ+ pioneers from the Harlem Renaissance to Marsha P. Johnson helped build movements and culture that still influence us today
Heritage Foundation adds Corey DeAnglis to education policy team amid past exposure
The Heritage Foundation appointed Corey DeAnglis to its Center for Education Policy to work on school choice and cultural issues, stirring criticism after his 2026 admission of appearing in gay adult films and his ties to Project 2026.
Inside the week’s queer headlines: Grindr drama, reality TV and coming out stories
A quick, no-nonsense recap of the week’s top LGBTQ+ stories, including Grindr revelations, Netflix reality tv chatter and personal coming out moments
Rio Carnival 2026 highlights Afro‑Cuban ties, transgender visibility and sex worker dignity
Rio de Janeiro’s Carnival 2026 fused spectacle with social memory as Paraíso do Tuiuti traced Ifá’s journey from Africa to Cuba, samba continued to expand transgender visibility, and Porto da Pedra foregrounded respect for sex workers
How to handle friendships, crushes and partner concerns without burning bridges
A concise guide to resolving tensions when a friend hooks up with your crush, a partner dislikes your wing woman, or dating options feel scarce