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Georgia transgender woman ruthlessly stabbed to death, 26-year-old suspect arrested

37-year-old Kesaria Abramidze was murdered in her home Wednesday night, just one day after the Georgia Parliament passed a law restricting LGBTQ+ rights.

Iran's Foreign Minister Defends Execution of Gays

"Our society has moral principles," Foreign Minister Mohammed Javad Sarif said at a press conference, earning international condemnation.

Andy Cohen, Hailee Steinfeld, and More Join GLAAD's Spirit Day

Celebrities, sports leagues, and studios are set to participate in the world's largest anti-bullying campaign coming up on October 21.

Germany, Like America, Ponders Life After Marriage

LGBT activists in Europe's leading democracy -- some say the world's -- try to figure out where their attentions should turn next.

Gay Ex-Senator Behind NJ's 'Bridgegate' Makes Case to Supreme Court

Bill Baroni was a staunch LGBT advocate in the New Jersey senate. Now, the years-long shadow of "Bridgegate" may come to an end. 

Boise Rallies Around Couple After Pride Flag Burned

Brett Perry (pictured) and John Michael Schert say the incident was traumatizing, but they're gratified by the level of support they've received.

N.Y. Gay Rights Group Backs One Republican Senate Ally

Mark Grisanti is the only Republican senator who voted for marriage equality to have been endorsed so far by the Empire State Pride Agenda.

8 Horror Movies That Scared Sharon Needles

Need a horror movie recommendation for Halloween that doesn't involve Neve Campbell or Jamie Lee Curtis? The most ghoulish RuPaul's Drag Race winner shares some of her nonbasic faves.

The Books of Mark Merlis Brought Modern Gay Identity to Life

The award-winning author died this month but left behind a sterling legacy that chronicles the queer experience.

New Film Showcases Orry-Kelly, Fashion Master — and Cary Grant's Boyfriend

Women He's Undressed tells the heretofore untold story of the great Hollywood costume designer and the man he loved.

Your LGBTQ Guide to Comic-Con

Just like Stonewall, Comic-Con is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, and fittingly, queer inclusion has reached a new level.

38 LGBTQ+ Films and Events at the Tribeca Festival

Documentaries about Rock Hudson, the Indigo Girls, and a trans filmmaker in Afghanistan, a drag story hour, a conversation with Billy Porter, and more will be on offer at the New York City fest.

31 Must-See Fall TV Shows for LGBT Viewers

There's a lot of TV. Here are the programs The Advocate's editors are most looking forward to.

'Maurice' and More Mark a Special Year for San Francisco Film Fest

The nation's oldest film festival, turning 60, honors James Ivory and spotlights social justice issues.

The Top 175 Essential Films of All Time for LGBT Viewers

What is the most essential movie ever for LGBT viewers? There can be only one. We've made our pick, and now you can vote on Facebook and Twitter in a "Clash of the Classics!"