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Adult film star Dylan Tides bares his secrets in revealing interview

Ricky Cornish goes deep inside to learn all about the rising star's spicy viral videos.

WATCH: Alan Cumming Challenges You to Be Celibate for a Year

He's even thought up some good alternatives to doing it.

Malawi Gay Man Comes Out: Kill Us or Give Us Rights

A 26-year-old gay man came out in Malawi came out on Friday, then was detained by police and has now gone into hiding. Meanwhile, a national politician called for the execution of all gay people.

'Dilbert' Skewers Indian Court's Antigay Ruling, Scares Off Some Newspapers

Some U.S. papers refused to run Friday's strip criticizing the ruling recriminalizing homosexuality

Queer Sex-Ed Gets a Needed Makeover in A Sexplanation Doc

The comedic documentary by Alex Liu chips away at American prudishness and reminds viewers of the importance of knowing our bodies.

Draft Bill in Ghana Could Put LGBTQ+ Activists in Prison for 10 Years

If the bill becomes law, those convicted of violating it could have their sentences reduced if they request "treatment" for their sexual orientation or gender identity.

How Gay Men Are Targeted By Corrupt Police in Zambia

In Zambia, which criminalizes same-sex relationships, men accused of being gay face arbitrary arrests, harassment, and extortion.

Hollywood's straight jacket

Heath and Jake deserve their Oscar noms, but where are the kudos for gay actors playing straight roles?

Madonnas Latest Reinvention

With rumors swirling that Madge has bedded a married Yankee, the public gets back the Madonna it loves best: brazen, sexual, and exciting.

More (And Better) Gay Sex Scenes, Please

American Gods showcases passion, ecstasy, and release -- we haven't seen anything like this on TV since Looking.

Why We Must Press on Through Tragedy on This IDAHO

As we mourn the loss of Erick Martinez on this International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia, a call to carry on his work.

Op-ed: Ken Cuccinelli, Get Out Of My Mouth

Why is Virginia's Republican gubernatorial candidate so obsessed with what goes into people's mouths and butts?

Op-ed: Why 'Looking' Is Now a Show Worth Watching

Contrasting with the sleepy start of its first season, the HBO drama kicks off season 2 with sex, scandal, and issues that strike at the heart of what it means to be queer in America.

Op-ed: Dating App Racism Is Not 'Just a Preference'

The not-so-curious case of Michael Johnson illuminates the way racial 'preferences' on dating apps conspire with a biased criminal justice system to criminalize HIV-positive gay black men.

He was fired for officiating a queer wedding. Here's how he's fighting back

Joseph Kuilema lost his job with Calvin University after officiating a queer couple's wedding. He's disgusted that the school discriminates in the name of God.

Seat Filler October

The Advocate's queen on the New York theater scene discovers killer hermaphrodites, ancient Roman himbos, and enough lesbian drama to fill a seventh season of The L Word.

36 Queer Pride Flags You Should Know

There are many, many shades of the rainbow.

Sevigny, Stewart Subvert the Homicidal Lesbian Trope in 'Lizzie'

Playing 19th-century lovers, Chloe Sevigny and Kristen Stewart take an ax to the patriarchy (literally) in the new film Lizzie

Asexuals Among Us

Author Jesse Bering explains what it's like to be asexual in his new book.

India's Supreme Court Reinstates Sodomy Ban

The nation's highest court declared that sex acts between consenting adults of the same sex are once again illegal in India.

'They're peddling death'

The promoter of the Raw Dukes sex party in Harlem in May banned safer sex, hoping to maximize his profits. A loud protest shut him down, but the underground industry of largely condom-free parties aimed at men of color is still thriving in New York City. AIDS educators have barely begun to fight back, while health advocates fear the trend could spread across the country.