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Lynn Conway, pioneering transgender computer scientist and activist, dies at 86

Conway was fired by IBM in 1968 for transitioning, but she went on to make major advances in her field, such as revolutionizing the chip design process.

#TBT: Christine Jorgensen

Early transgender celebrity Christine Jorgensen was once one of the most famous women in the world.

Happy Birthday to Christine Jorgensen

Although Jorgensen was not the first transgender woman to undergo gender-reassignment surgery, she is the first to have been widely known.

20 Game-Changing Queer Women to Celebrate Women's History Month

From Gladys Bentley to Mercedes de Acosta, here are 20 queer women who paved the way in their fields of work.

The Story of America's First 'Transgender Sweetheart'

For this news source, it's a rare look at a transgender pioneer who also transitioned in the public eye.

Rep. Blasts 'Cisgender Bigots' of North Carolina

In a sweeping takedown of bathroom bills, Rep. Alan Grayson has reportedly become the first to say the word 'cisgender' in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Girl, interrupted no more

Los Angeles Times sportswriter Christine Daniels (nee Mike Penner) announced in an April column that she is transitioning to life as a woman. Her story set a readership record--but it's only just beginning.

Wash. Times Editorial Spreads Slurs, Lies, on Medicare's Trans Coverage

An editorial for the right-wing Washington Times claims that Medicare's new willingness to cover transgender-related health care will lead to taxpayer-funded 'tranny grannies.'

HBO Max's 'EQUAL' Dives Into LGBTQ+ History With Star-Studded Trailer

Cheyenne Jackson, Samira Wiley, Jamie Clayton, Sara Gilbert, Shannon Purser, and many more out actors appear in the series. 

7 Lessons in How (And How Not) to Interview Trans People

We don't know what Diane Sawyer will discuss with Bruce Jenner, but if it's about Jenner's gender identity, she has lots of examples to follow -- and avoid.

Groundbreaking Transgender Psychiatrist Jeanne Hoff Dead at 85

Hoff, who treated many LGBTQ+ patients, made a documentary about her own transition.

Convincing a Suicidal Teen He Can Wish the Gay Away

In his new memoir, former New York magazine editor Steven Gaines describes how he was ensnared into "conversion therapy" as a 15-year-old. Read an exclusive excerpt below.

Why Are So Many Trans Women of Color Murdered Every Year?

A culture that dehumanizes trans women is complicit, writes Joanna Cifredo of the National Center for Transgender Equality.

Heather Matarazzo & Shannon Purser on Playing Lesbian Icons in 'Equal'

In a video interview with The Advocate, the out actors shared that they were honored to play activists Del Martin and Phyllis Lyon in the HBO Max series.

The Age of Genderqueer and 'They' Has Arrived

These are scary times, but good news can be found -- even at the Social Security office.

Op-ed: We Can All Use A History Lesson

History classes largely leave out some of the most significant contributions LGBT people have made over the centuries -- so what are we doing about that?

Second set

For transgender tennis star Renee Richards, the generation gap looms larger than the gender gap. Her latest book, No Way Renee, continues the story of her "notorious" life.

Op-ed: Maxwell Klinger, Where Are You?

The journey to a trans-inclusive ENDA earns a peculiar champion.

Meet Sophie Tucker, the OG Diva

A new documentary chronicles the life of Sophie Tucker, who delighted audiences with her bawdy songs, loved both men and women, and set the standard for all divas who followed.

15 groundbreaking queer films every Gen Z gay NEEDS to see

From Glen or Glenda to Hedwig and the Angry Inch, these are the iconic, seminal films every young LGBTQ+ person needs to see!