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Ancient gender-nonconforming Romans found refuge in a community dedicated to a goddess

The Catholic Church has long emphasized traditional binary views of gender. But in many places, both present and past, individuals have been able to push back against gender norms.

Hot Sheet: Week of June 7

This week's installment of what's hot in books, music, DVDs, film, and theater includes Maya Rudolph, a controversial film from Singapore, and a smart look at barebacking.

Joe Rogan Continues to Spew Anti-Trans Rhetoric on His Spotify Podcast

The podcast host, who was joined by right-wing provocateur Jordan Peterson, suggests trans people are evidence of societal collapse.

Famous Roman Skeletons Found Holding Hands Were Both Male

The relationship between the men remains unknown.

The Little Known History of Transgender Saints

Gender non-conformity is far from new.

Discover Why Wanting in Arabic Is This Year's Best Transgender Fiction

The Lambda Literary Foundation named Trish Salah's first book, Wanting in Arabic, the best work of transgender fiction produced this year. Read an exclusive excerpt from the book below.

LGBTQ+ Film Festival Frameline Announces Lineup for its 47th Year

This year's festival will host special guests Taylor Mac, Alaska, and Sofia Coppola.

Authors Talk Sodom and Gomorrah

Lesbian authors Justine Saracen and Shelley Thrasher talk about fictionalizing history.

20 Gay Greek Gods

We've been around a long time.

15 LGBT Egyptian Gods

Hieroglyphics recount numeous queer deities who were worshipped in ancient Egypt.

A Peek Inside Berlin's Queer Club Scene Before Hitler Destroyed It

A new book tells the true stories behind Cabaret, and what was possibly the most thrilling gay party scene the world has ever known. Read an excerpt here.

The Golden Age of Denial: Hercules, the Bisexual Demigod

Hercules has been the icon of alpha-masculinty for centuries -- do you know about his gay love life?

Take a Tour of the Nation's Historic LGBT Landmarks

Take a virtual tour of the sites where Truman Capote, Bayard Rustin, the Furies Collective, and more made LGBT history.

Collecting Men: Early 20th-Century Figurative Art

Our Artist Spotlight often features pieces from the first half of the last century. This collection from Renaissance Man Antiques offers work that inspires the beginning or the seasoned collector.

Meet the Inspiring 2014 Point Foundation Scholars

Get to know the 2014 class of Point Scholars -- you'll be seeing a lot of them as they start changing the world for the better.