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No, transphobes, Lia Thomas didn't cause the U.S. swimming team to almost quit

A false Facebook post claiming the U.S. women's swimming team threatened to quit if trans athlete Lia Thomas was allowed to try out have been debunked.

U.S. Knocked Out of Women's World Cup, Loses to Sweden

U.S. Knocked Out of Women's World Cup, Loses to Sweden

World Cup-Winning Coach Jill Ellis Leaving Women's Soccer Team

Ellis, who led the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team to back-to-back wins, says the time is right to move on. 

Megan Rapinoe's Star Continues to Rise as a Glamour Woman of the Year

The soccer star was chosen along with Charlize Theron, Ava Duvernay, Yara Shahid, and Margaret Atwood, among others. 

Megan Rapinoe Dedicates Her Women of the Year Honor to Trans People

"They offer us a full view of what it means to be a human in the world," Rapinoe said at the Time Women of the Year gala.

10 Gayest Scenes in the 'A League of Their Own' Series

It's honestly a celebration of lesbian and queer women. The Prime Video series features several sapphic storylines, and here are some of the best parts.

N.J. Democrat Sue Altman perfectly defends trans athletes: 'We have to respect people'

The candidate emphasized that transgender athletes are not a concern to women in sports, who are continuing to fight for equal pay and equal resources.

Megan Rapinoe shuts down period stigma, Republicans, and homophobic soccer players (exclusive)

Megan Rapinoe tells The Advocate about her campaign with Knix to end period stigma, and the state of LGBTQ+ acceptance in women's soccer.

U.S. Makes It to Next Women’s World Cup Round After Tie with Portugal

Defeat for the US – a team aiming for a third consecutive world title – would have ended its participation in the tournament.

Vermont Christian School Team Won't Play Against Rival With Trans Girl

Mid Vermont Christian School withdrew from a state basketball tournament rather than face a team with a trans player.

Former Olympian Caitlyn Jenner supports New York policy banning trans women from sports

LGBTQ+ advocates are stunned by the transgender woman’s ongoing stance against the inclusion of trans people in many facets of public life.

The Real Housewives of Gilead

Meet the women who want to bring us back to the Dark Ages -- or to a future envisioned by Margaret Atwood.

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Until Now, There Were No Trans Writers on Transparent

Jill Soloway explains the choice of Our Lady J and responds to criticism as the popular series resumes.

Nikki Haley Calls Trans Inclusion in Sports 'Attack on Women's Rights'

The former governor and ambassador joins the right-wing chorus of alarmist rhetoric on trans female athletes.

Op-ed: Why We Need Sports

Participating in a team sport can instill responsibility and confidence in a young person. It can also save that person's life.

Fury, Condemnation as House Debate Begins on Anti-Trans Sports Bill

A U.S. House committee will consider the bill Wednesday.

Megan Rapinoe Reiterates the World Cup Can't Be Won Without 'Gays'

The USWNT champion posed with teammates Ashlyn Harris and Ali Krieger (who are engaged to each other) and tweeted, 'Gays Rule!' 

Gay at the Games: Another Medal for Wüst, Pussy Riot Strikes Again

Ireen Wust has picked up another silver medal in Sochi, while Aussie snowboarder Belle Brockhoff deals with family drama.

Sports Icons Anita Asante and Beth Fisher Announce Pregnancy

The two women, now retired from athletics, were married in January.

Let's Celebrate, Not Hate, the BlackGirlMagic

There is so much to criticize -- why are our black women Olympians getting the shade? 

The Year in Sports