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Sam Champion Talks Extreme Weather and Climate Change

Weather isn't going to suddenly become less extreme, says the out meteorologist.

Weather Terror: The United Nations' Leader on Climate Change Weighs In

We've seen the hottest global temperatures ever recorded, wildfire smoke choking cities, and towns under water. The U.N.'s Hoesung Lee discusses what's being done to prevent catastrophe.

Starbucks to Discontinue Plastic Straws

The coffee magnate will be phasing out single-use plastic straws by 2020, due to concerns raised by environmentalists.

People of the Year: Al Gore, Chad Griffin, and Lawrence King

This week Advocate.com is going to highlight our remaining People of the Year, who range from activists to entertainers, politicians to students. Today we take a look at environmentalist Al Gore, political strategist Chad Griffin, and slain student Lawrence King.

EPA Eases More Obama-Era Standards

The Trump administration eases standards on coal ash pollution. 

Trailblazing Trans Candidate Christine Hallquist Gets Her Due

A new documentary from Hallquist's son depicts the gubernatorial candidate's inspiring story. 

'The Advocates' Podcast: Did Women Lose at the Oscars?

Jessie and Tracy discuss if women really were empowered at this year's Oscar ceremony.

Meet the Candidates: Florida's Jennifer Webb

Not everyone in the Sunshine State believe climate change is real. Jennifer Webb is definitely not one of those people.

Google Plans Fundraiser for Antigay Senator

The historically LGBT-inclusive tech giant alarmed activists in its support of an antigay politician.

Al Gore, U.N. Panel Share Nobel Peace Prize

Former Vice President Al Gore and the U.N.'s climate change panel won the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize on Friday for spreading awareness of man-made climate change and laying the foundations for counteracting it.

OkCupid Responds to Viral Videos of LGBTQ+-Inclusive Ads Torn Down

"These reactions only serve to make it even more clear that we must continue to champion all people," the company said in a statement.

A Birthday Message to Harvey Milk, From Cleve Jones

On what would have been Harvey Milk's 86th birthday, his former colleague and close friend shares his thoughts on the man and his legacy.

New Fox News Host Laura Ingraham's Long History of Anti-LGBT Comments

And anit-immigrant, anti-Muslim, antifeminist, and more.

Most Teenage Girls Identity as 'Feminist' More than Any Other Label, Study Finds

A survey of 1,000 teen girls found that most identify as feminist, with Emma Watson as their number 1 role model. 

Smithsonian responds after report of ending long-held drag shows following Republican angst (exclusive)

Reports found drag shows disappeared from the Smithsonian's calendar after institution leader Lonnie Bunch told House Republicans he'd "look into" them. Here's what really happened.

Has Gay Congressman Outraced the Whisperers in Maine?

Maine gubernatorial candidate Mike Michaud's well-timed coming out ahead of a mysterious whisper campaign instantly made him a national figure.