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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.

'True Blood' Star Nelsan Ellis Dead at 39

Ellis was known for his portrayal of the gay character Lafayette Reynolds on the supernatural HBO series.

We Still Prosecute HIV Without Addressing How It's Spread

Michael Johnson's conviction for spreading HIV has been overturned, but the criminal justice system still has not eliminated risk within prisons. 

Brie Larson's Protest of Casey Affleck's Win Was an Act of Solidarity with Survivors

Despite a pair of nasty sexual harassment suits that should have brought Casey Affleck down, he picked up an Oscar -- but Brie Larson stood in silent protest.

LaBruce Takes on Zombie Porn

Bruce LaBruce has long blurred the boundaries between art-house and porn films, but his latest project, L.A. Zombie, is in fact a porn flick -- with a message. Check out photos from our day on the set.

Honoring the 50th Anniversary of a Speech That Changed LGBTQ+ History

The speech sparked new conversations that would help declassify homosexuality as a mental illness.

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Who is Lili Elbe?

Sparks on fire

He's angry with the president. He's tired of being misunderstood. And he's ready for another season of making out with Robert Gant. Queer as Folk star Hal Sparks lets fly with an in-your-face interview

WATCH: There Sure Are A Lot of Gay Fantasies on True Blood

For anyone who needs a refresher on True Blood's inclusive scripting, take a look back at some of its steamiest dream sequences.

Lifetime Show Will Address Gay Sperm Ban

An upcoming episode will focus on the FDA's ban on sperm donation by men who have sex with men.

LGBT Equality? It's Only (Super)natural

Actress Kristin Bauer van Straten and media authorities from GLAAD and Outfest reflect on the LGBT legacy of True Blood.

Kerry, Quigley Amp Up Effort to End Gay Blood Ban

Lawmakers John Kerry and Mike Quigley are amping up their effort to end the ban on gay men donating blood.

Gay Man Turned Away From Blood Center, Despite Passing Screenings

COVID-19 survivor Lukus Estok has antibodies in his blood that can save lives, but a blood center in New York City doesn't think it's good enough. 

'Letters From Young Gay Men' Illuminates Life in a Hostile World

A new play features the real-life correspondence between queer youth and older mentors trying to offer perspective on growing up gay in America.

Chechen President on Gays: 'They Are Devils. They Are Not People'

A new interview with the leader of the Russian region underscores how dire the situation is for gays there.

Heartless GOP Pols Are Sacrificing LGBTQ+ Kids for Political Gain

This year has seen a rash of anti-LGBTQ+ and specifically anti-trans bills, most of them aimed at oppressing young people. All parents must rise in opposition.

The Damage Done by Charlie Sheen Going Rogue

A teachable moment turned into a daytime disaster.

More (And Better) Gay Sex Scenes, Please

American Gods showcases passion, ecstasy, and release -- we haven't seen anything like this on TV since Looking.