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These three gay men began dating in 1970. Here are 50 Polaroid photos from their lives

A collection of over 9,700 Polaroid photos capturing the lives of a historic throuple has been unearthed.

No LGB without the T — queer community protests Trump's transgender erasure at Stonewall

The Stonewall Inn held a rally Friday to protest the Trump administration's erasure of transgender people from the historic landmark's website.

As the first out trans person in Congress, Sarah McBride is ready to fight for us

The history-making congresswoman is fiercely focused on the real issues affecting most Americans — and is not deterred by ongoing far-right rhetoric.

All about the nation's first gay rights group, the Society for Human Rights, founded 100 years ago

Founder Henry Gerber is a significant figure in LGBTQ+ history, but not enough people know his story.

15 stunning photos from the 52nd annual Miss Gay Rochester drag beauty pageant

From national champions to local drag stars, this pageant is a testament to the power of unity and acceptance.

Hex the vote? Why Election Day is the witching hour for empowered 'childless cat ladies'

Throughout history, women who challenged expectations were labeled as "witches" and persecuted, but now they’re turning that stigma into strength, writes Marie-Adélina de la Ferrière.


Explore LGBTQ+ history with these must-read banned books

From intimate memoirs to gripping novels, these reads offer a roadmap through LGBTQ+ history and self-acceptance.

Trump's DOD censored the Enola Gay. Here's 11 things his moronic DEI purge could also remove

Just what is next after censoring the Enola Gay? We have some predictions equally ridiculous to real life.

Elon Musk and Sam Altman are fighting — The billionaire beef explained, plus the funniest moments

Musk and Altman, former colleagues turned bitter rivals, are taking public shots at each other as they threaten to buy each other's companies.

'Eat a fruit for Anita:' 10 historic Anita Bryant protest photos

Here are some historic photos of the activists who fought Anita Bryant's anti-queer crusade every step of the way.

From Saturnalia to Santa, is Christmas just drag in disguise?

Uncover the hidden queer roots of Christmas, where societal norms were flipped and fluidity reigned supreme.

From Drag Race to Hollywood: These celebs made their voices and votes heard

Discover which celebrities are heading to the polls and sharing their voting experiences.

When kindness costs nothing, why are we still paying in prejudice?

It's time ignorance was given society's side-eye, writes Cain Turner.

Just childless cat ladies? Meet 11 childless MEN who've made history

If J.D. Vance is going to look down on childless women, he should know there are plenty of childless men who've made a lasting impact.

When it comes to Trump's transgender military ban, 'surrender is not an option'

As transgender service members face unprecedented pressures to relinquish their identities, a resolute spirit mirrors that of defenders during World War II.

Karla Sofía Gascón breaks barriers as first trans actor Oscar nominee

It's official: the lead actress of Emilia Pérez has made LGBTQ+ history at the 97th Academy Awards.

What the Great Fire of London can teach us about the Los Angeles fires

Why do we always look for someone to burn with the flames?

Explore dushi Curaçao: Your colorful LGBTQ+ Caribbean oasis

As the cold of winter sets in, it's time to explore Curaçao’s welcoming spirit and hidden gems tailored for LGBTQ+ travelers.

Poland's first-ever LGBTQ+ museum opens: 'For you and about you'

QueerMuzeum opened in Warsaw Friday, becoming the first LGBTQ+ museum in Poland, the first in post-communist Europe, and the fifth in the entire world.

The Electoral College: Why do we have it and how does it — or doesn't it — work

Here's why presidential candidates have to concentrate on a handful of swing states and why the winner of the popular vote doesn't always become president.