Iowa Mayor Approves June as LGBTQ+ Pride Month After Residents Speak Out
The mayor of the small town, Cedar Falls, Iowa has recently rescinded his decision to reject a proposal that would…
Nashville Elects First Trans Politician in Tennessee
Nashville has elected its first openly transgender politician, Olivia Hill. Last week, Hill was elected to the Metro Council, according…
2023 Wins For Global LGBTQ+ Rights
This year has been challenging for LGBTQ+ people around the world, but some countries have been making slow progress for…
Celebrate Pride in Taiwan!
Taiwan’s biggest LGBTQ+ event, Taiwan Pride, is the place to celebrate this October. As one of the most progressive countries…
Japan High Court Rules Same-Sex Marriage Ban Unconstitutional
A high court in Japan has ruled that the country’s ban on same-sex marriage is unconstitutional, and called for the…
Nintendo Reveals New Mario Game Will Have Transgender Character
Popular kids video game company Nintendo has revealed that the newest version of their 2004 game “Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year…
Will Thailand Make Same-Sex Marriage Legal?
Thailand may become the first southeast Asian country to legalize same-sex marriage after Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said the government…
Gay-Friendly Malta Hosts Europride Valletta 2023
EuroPride Valletta 2023 will take place in the capital city of Malta from September 7 -17. This dreamy island off…
Nemo Becomes First Non-Binary Artist To Win Eurovision
Nemo, a singer from Switzerland, is the first non-binary artist to win the Eurovision song contest. Thirty seven countries in…
Ashley Brundage Could Make History As Florida’s First Trans Elected Official
Ashley Brundage, a Democrat and mother of two from Florida qualified to run for the state house last week, a…
Celebrating Women’s History Month By Remembering LGBTQ+ Trailblazers And Allies
March is Women’s History Month and many women throughout history have paved the way for today’s LGBTQ+ community. Whether members…
Celebrate New York Capital Region’s First Pride Ski Weekend, Jan. 20 – 21.
New York State will celebrate the Capital Region’s first-ever Pride Ski Weekend running Jan. 20 – 21 at Belleayre Mountain…
Two Judges Appointed By US Senate Make LGBTQ+ History
Judges Melissa DuBose and Nicole Berner made history last month after the Senate confirmed their judicial appointments. LGBTQ Nation reports,…
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey Launches Brilliant Tourism Campaign
Governor Maura Healey of Massachusetts has launched a tourism campaign in Florida and Texas with billboards featuring same-sex couples. Last…
U.S. Census Bureau Survey Shows Same-Sex Couples More Likely To Be interracial
The American Community Survey from 2022 indicated same-sex couples are more likely to be interracial than their opposite-sex counterparts. The U.S.…
Federal Judge Overturns Florida’s Gender-Affirming Care Ban
In a huge win for the trans community, a U.S. District Court has permanently blocked Florida from enforcing bans on…
Target Limits Pride Merchandise In Industry-Wide Trend
Following an extreme alt-right backlash in 2023, Target has announced it is limiting Pride month merchandise, which will now only…
This Pride Season…Eat More Cookies!
For Pride this year, queer-owned cookie delivery company Wunderkeks is teaming up with the LOVELOUD Foundation, the LGBTQ nonprofit founded…
Must-See LGBTQ+ and Feminist Films
Though there are some independent and big screen films that depict LGBTQ+ relationships and identities, or explore feminist ideas, we’ve…
Celebrate Pride Prom In Orlando
Prepare your best rainbow outfits and grab your glow-in-the-dark accessories for the diverse and vibrant Pride Prom in Orlando on…
First Gay Romance Reality TV Show Airs On Netflix
Netflix has debuted their first ever gay romance reality television series called “The Boyfriend.” The LGBTQ+ inclusive show is set…
American Library Association President Is Fighting Censorship and Book Bans
Elected president of the American Library Association (ALA) last year, Emily Drabinski has been fighting to further public access to…
Inclusivity Is Crucial For LGBTQ+ Travelers
New findings from Booking.com have found that LGBTQ+ travelers seek inclusivity and acceptance when traveling. Data shows that around 59%…
Celebrate Pride in Columbus With a Fabulous Pride Package at AC Hotel
Columbus has the largest Pride celebration in Ohio, often attracting around 500,000 attendees. This year, Columbus Pride will be taking…
New Study Reveals Gender-Affirming Surgery For Minors Is Very Rare
A new study has found that in spite of popular conservative belief, gender-affirming surgeries for minors are extremely rare. The…
Drag Race Queens Say They’re Proud to Say Gay in New Video
Queens from RuPaul’s Drag Race came together in a new motivational and inspirational video to tell viewers that being LGBTQ…
Taiwan Grants Same-Sex Couples the Right to Adoption
Taiwan has asserted its status as one of Asia’s most progressive countries after granting same-sex couples the right to adopt…
Several Gay Bars Raided In Seattle
Law enforcement raided several LGBTQ+ nightlife venues over the course of two evenings last weekend and are now facing backlash…
‘Bridgerton’ Queer Love Stories
Popular Netflix series Bridgerton has finally given its characters queer awakenings this season. Warning: season three spoilers ahead. The Bridgerton…
Where Does Serbia Stand On LGBTQ+ Rights?
This year, thousands of people gathered in Belgrade, Serbia’s capital, for the largest Pride parade the city has seen. The celebrations…