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The Advocate brings readers the latest news regarding developments in the LGBT business world. Find out the happenings of gay business leaders that are moving the Invisible Hand in the United States and around the world like Apple's Tim Cook, American Eagle's Robert Hanson, and 3M Unitek's Mary Jo Abler. Learn tips from the pros about managing the business affairs of day-to-day life for the present and future. Prepare for retirement and learn how changing laws regarding same-sex marriage, partnership, and adoption affects financial planning.

Kathy Hochul vetos financial protection bill introduced after murders of gay men

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has vetoed a bill designed to protect users of money-sharing apps even after several high-profile cases of murder and robbery against several people, including at least two gay men.

Chick-fil-A is working with an LGBTQ+ charity as it attempts to launch in the UK yet again

This marks the third time Chick-fil-A has attempted to launch in the United Kingdom, after its first two locations faced massive boycotts spearheaded by the LGBTQ+ community.

Trump appoints gay tech executive who previously supported Pete Buttigieg to State Department role

The president-elect nominated Jacob Helberg to be his undersecretary of State for economic growth, energy, and the environment.

Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO seeks to delay sex trafficking trial

A lawyer for Mike Jeffries has requested a hearing to determine if he's mentally competent to stand trial.

Gay CEOs Tim Cook and Sam Altman look to be already cozying up to Donald Trump

While neither Altman nor Cook have spoken publicly on their communications with the president-elect, both stand to gain tremendously from maintaining a positive relationship with him.

Gay former NFL player Carl Nassib joins board of LGBTQ+ youth suicide prevention nonprofit The Trevor Project

The out athlete has supported the organization since coming out publicly.

Controversy brews on Bluesky over anti-trans interloper ban

Jesse Singal’s anti-trans views have made him the most blocked user on Bluesky, but that's not enough for some LGBTQ+ users seeking a post-X safe space.

PinkNews leaders Benjamin Cohen and his husband, Anthony James, accused of sexual misconduct: report

The power duo also stands accused of misogyny, bullying, and intimidation by tens of former and current employees.

Nancy Mace's transphobic, slur-filled video posts remain up on Instagram

LGBTQ+ groups say the Republican lawmaker's videos violate the social media company's community standards.

The 2025 Australian Firefighter Calendar is here, and it's as hot as ever

Nothing says the holiday season like the release of the Australian Firefighter Calendar. Check out the hunks here.

Libs of TikTok seemingly ejected from emerging social media platform Bluesky

The account which has targeted LGBTQ+ people again and again appears to be suspended from the hot new online place to be.

Walmart rolls back DEI & Pride funding after direct pressure from far-right extremist

The nation's largest retailer is the latest company to cave to far-right pressure targeting diversity and equity programs.

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These 9 major companies caved to the far right and stopped DEI programs

With the news about Walmart, Ford Motor Co., Toyota Motor Corp., and others, it's clear that this is a trend — and it's being driven by right-wing extremists.

Advertisers know LGBTQ+ inclusion is good for business: report

Expect to see more transgender people in ads.

Washington restaurant illegally refuses to cater same-sex wedding, citing religious beliefs

What’s old is new again in America, and so is the push to discriminate against LGBTQ+ Americans.

Facebook faulted for video showing group brutally beating two gay men in Nigeria

Facebook blamed a failure in language identification for the video passing censors and remaining online for five months.

Toyota faces backlash for backtracking on DEI, LGBTQ+ efforts

Plus, learn more about Robby Starbuck: the conservative activist targeting companies to drop their support of LGBTQ+ events and DEI efforts.

Pete Buttigieg among cabinet members credited for role in reopening ports after dockworker strike

He thanked the parties for working together and praised the leadership of President Biden and Vice President Harris.

An LGBTQ+ cocktail bar was open in Asheville for 31 days. Now it's in ruins (exclusive)

Small business owner Brandon Davis tells The Advocate about the "soul crushing" loss of his bar, Day Trip, and what he needs to rebuild after the devastation of Hurricane Helene.

California rehab employees accuse company of homophobic, racist & anti-Semitic abuse in lawsuit

The seven plaintiffs describe a toxic and hostile work environment.