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Dua Lipa is Trevor Project's Mental Health Champion of 2024

"Dua Lipa's outspoken support for LGBTQ+ rights and her candor around her own mental health struggles make her the ideal recipient for this year's award," said Trevor Project CEO Jaymes Black.

Here's why Trump's win is turning some straight women to political lesbianism

After a tsunami of misogyny, transphobia, and orange hair, some straight women are considering a more sapphic political point of view.

Thousands honor suffragist Susan B. Anthony for Election Day

There's a tradition of leaving "I Voted" stickers on her gravestone on Election Day.

Cate Blanchett on man buns, giant female brains, & skewering powerful sexists in 'Rumours'

Rumours stars Cate Blanchett and Denis MĂ©nochet chat with The Advocate about how the satirical film nails perceptions of women in power.

Sancta: What to know about the opera with explicit lesbian sex, live piercings, and naked roller-skating nuns

The German opera's use of explicit sex and real blood caused 18 audience members to require medical treatment in one weekend.

Billie Jean King celebrates anniversary of women's voting rights, noting there's more to be done

She adds that many women of color had to wait for the right to vote.

The Advocates 2024: Actress and ally Busy Philipps

The outspoken star has been supporting the LGBTQ+ communty years before her own child came out.

Roberta Kaplan, legendary LGBTQ+ rights lawyer, leaves her firm amid misconduct allegations

Kaplan, who brought down DOMA, denies the accusations and says she's leaving to start a smaller, more nimble firm.

Cyndi Lauper tops our list of The Advocates 2024: 'Hon, I'm a family member'

The legendary icon continues to use her voice to create beautiful music and stand up for equality for all.

Amber Rose, 'Slut Walk' organizer, turns away from feminism and endorses Donald Trump

Rose posted a photo of herself, Trump, and former First Lady Melania Trump at a fundraising event with the caption "Trump 2024."

Modern feminism is no longer about achieving 'equality'

In her new book, Marcie Bianco makes a compelling call for a collective feminist mindset that leaves behind the idea of equality as the end goal.

Jodie Foster has some praise for Gen Z while applauding Bella Ramsey's 'authenticity'

Jodie Foster may have some problems with Gen Z, but the "authenticity" brought by young stars like Bella Ramsey is something she greatly admires.

Minnie Bruce Pratt, Lesbian Poet, Essayist, and Activist, Dead at 76

Pratt was a lesbian and feminist who fought oppression in all its forms and was the longtime partner of trans activist Leslie Feinberg.

Don't Use 'TERF,' AP Stylebook Advises

"Trans-exclusionary radical feminist" and "TERF" are "vague and politicized," says the widely used style guide.

Women's Rights Champion, Former Lawmaker Patricia Schroeder Dies at 82

The former U.S. Representative from Colorado and Presidential candidate was a champion of women’s rights and longtime LGBTQ+ ally.