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.
FEBRUARY 13, 2025
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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.
JUNE 1, 2009
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.
SEPTEMBER 24, 2008
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.
SEPTEMBER 28, 2021
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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JUNE 19, 2016
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.
MAY 15, 2021
Despite Pandemic, Palm Springs Celebrates Socially Distant Pride
Bars and nightclubs make due amid stringent COVID-19 restrictions.
NOVEMBER 9, 2020
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.
APRIL 25, 2023
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.
SEPTEMBER 9, 2019
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.
JULY 24, 2018
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.
MARCH 6, 2013
'Art and Pep' Tells Story of Gay Couple Who Made LGBTQ+ History
The documentaryis now available for streaming on Peacock.
JUNE 7, 2023
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.
FEBRUARY 22, 2018
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.
JULY 6, 2009
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.
JANUARY 15, 2025
FALL TRAVEL/SOLO EUROPE: Zurich
The flip side of the fabled Swiss banking industry is a thriving LGBT-led counterculture.
JUNE 16, 2013