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South Carolina venue hosts free LGBTQ+ weddings in show of support and protest

Amid threats to marriage equality and LGBTQ+ rights in general, an art fair hosted the weddings and raised money to benefit transgender people.

Shanghai Nightlife

Beijing, Shanghai, and provincial capitals nationwide have growing queer scenes where you'll find gay clubs, gay saunas, and even gay yoga classes. Shanghai even has its own bear bar (Chinese bears are affectionately known as "pandas"). What helps China's gay men and lesbians -- known as tongzhi, or comrades -- is that there is little antigay religious sentiment; gay bashing is almost unheard of. Even China's home-fostered religions, Taoism and Buddhism, are tolerant of same-sex love.

Must have Manga

With so many genres to choose from, where's a manga newbie to start? Here, a selection of exceptional manga to launch your obsession.

How Denver's Blush & Blu Survives as a Last Remaining Lesbian Bar

Owner Jody Bouffard is keeping one of 21 lesbian bars in the United States alive.

Pulse Is Now Permanent for These Orlando Residents

Some say it's passe to get a popular tattoo design. But in Orlando, coordinated tattoos have become a symbol of solidarity and support for those impacted by the massacre at LGBT nightclub Pulse. 

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A Love Story That Birthed an Iconic Gay Bar and a Lifetime of Activism

Chicago activist and bar owner Art Johnston and his partner in life and business, Pepe Pena, star in the upcoming film Art and Pep.

Despite Pandemic, Palm Springs Celebrates Socially Distant Pride

Bars and nightclubs make due amid stringent COVID-19 restrictions.

This North Carolina Drag Brunch Has Raised Over $60k for Good

“Every month we pick a new charity to support, particularly those that help women, the arts, and the LGBTQ+ community,” the Artisan's Palate's owner explained.

The New Queer Canon: 'Cantoras' by Carolina De Robertis

The masterful new novel by Carolina De Robertis is the year's most exciting addition to the queer canon.

Lucas Grindley: My Goodbye to The Advocate

The current editor in chief departs The Advocate with a reminder of an old memo about its future.

World's Biggest Gay Club Sets Opening Night in Vegas

The 80,000 square foot venue will house dance rooms, bars, lounges, a comedy club, a performing arts venue, a movie theater, and a retail store.

'Art and Pep' Tells Story of Gay Couple Who Made LGBTQ+ History

The documentaryis now available for streaming on Peacock.

Why Are There No Gay Bars in Santa Fe?

A gay traveler finds unexpected treasures in New Mexico's capital -- which do not include go-go boys.

Bridging the Gap

Newcastle has cast off its gritty northern image and emerged as one of the U.K.'s most hip, happening, and cultured cities.

Out.com goes to Palm Springs

Live it up in gay Palm Springs

Nazi regalia leads to Tom of Finland cofounder's ouster as IML judge

Social media posts showing Tom of Finland Foundation's Durk Dehner wearing Nazi symbols sparked outrage within the International Mr. Leather community.

FALL TRAVEL/SOLO EUROPE: Zurich

The flip side of the fabled Swiss banking industry is a thriving LGBT-led counterculture.