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#pride-celebration
NYC LGBT
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

You Might Think Trump Has Destroyed Gay Pride in Conservative America, It's Quite the Opposite.

A grassroots effort in Waverly, Iowa is organizing its first Pride celebration to unify the LGBTQ+ community amidst political turmoil.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 days ago

Man arrested during California Pride festival for kidnapping and sexual assault

Michael William Howard, 41, was charged in San Diego for kidnapping and sexually assaulting a member of the LGBTQ+ community, specifically a man on or around July 13.
SF LGBT
#san-francisco-pride
fromFuncheap
1 week ago

"Nat'l Wine & Cheese Day" Party: $10 Party Night (SF)

Join us for Nat'l Wine & Cheese Day on July 25 at 5 PM for an annual costume party with the theme "Dress to Impress".
LGBT
LGBT
fromRNS
2 weeks ago

A fight to save a Hindu temple for the 'unheard and unseen'

Shri Shakti Mariammaa temple is a refuge for women and the LGBTQ community, facing closure due to needed improvements.
fromAdvocate.com
3 weeks ago

Ohio man charged with killing his partner, a rising local drag artist who went missing last month

Daniel Mattay has been charged with the murder of drag performer Ryan Godbey who went missing in June.
#pride-month
NYC LGBT
fromFast Company
1 month ago

As brands pull out of Pride, this beer maker is giving $25k directly to trans people

Brooklyn Brewery is prioritizing direct support for the LGBTQ+ community over traditional Pride advertising.
fromthebolditalic.com
4 months ago

Forgive me, Father, for I have served a look

Limb placement is a lowkey suggestion in a ballgown and what better place to test minor acrobatic miracles than at Grace Cathedral?
SF food
SF LGBT
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

3 facing charges after allegedly yelling homophobic slurs in Provincetown

Charges filed against three individuals for shouting homophobic slurs and disorderly conduct in Provincetown.
fromeverout.com
3 weeks ago

The Biggest Pride Month 2025 Events in Portland

Pattie Gonia blends campiness with environmental activism in the drag show 'SAVE HER!,' combining outdoor aesthetics with a call to action against climate change.
LGBT
fromAnOther
4 weeks ago

Brilliant Things to Do This July

The largest UK retrospective of Gianni Versace's work will open at Arches London Bridge, showcasing over 450 meticulously crafted garments from S/S88 to 1997.
Artificial intelligence
SF LGBT
fromsfbaytimes.com
1 month ago

Assisted Living Locators of San Francisco: Compassionate, Inclusive Guidance for Senior Care Decisions

Assisted Living Locators of San Francisco supports LGBTQ+ seniors in navigating senior care options with compassion and advocacy.
#pride
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
NYC LGBT

Stonewall shooting: Two teen girls shot near historic Village inn during Pride celebrations | amNewYork

from48 hills
5 months ago
NYC LGBT

Juanita More names Transgender Law Center as Pride party beneficiary, as threats to community mount - 48 hills

fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
NYC LGBT

Stonewall shooting: Two teen girls shot near historic Village inn during Pride celebrations | amNewYork

NYC LGBT
from48 hills
5 months ago

Juanita More names Transgender Law Center as Pride party beneficiary, as threats to community mount - 48 hills

Juanita More's annual Pride party blends vibrant celebrations with fundraising for crucial queer causes, exemplifying community support and activism amidst challenging times.
fromMission Local
1 month ago

S.F. Pride 2025: And we're off!

Johnstone and Faulk have been designing outfits to bring joy and creativity to their lives while honoring the memory of friends lost to AIDS since the 1980s.
SF LGBT
NYC LGBT
fromgaycitynews.com
1 month ago

PHOTOS: Drag March kicks off Pride weekend in NYC

The NYC Drag March is a significant annual event celebrating Pride, gathering thousands in a lively demonstration.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I'm a drag queen in NYC whose bookings for Pride Month have plummeted this year. I'm trying to work smarter, not harder.

Corporate bookings for Pride events have fallen significantly, indicating a troubling trend in entertainment and support for LGBTQ+ events this year.
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Pride Weekend Festival SoSF Has Lost Its Headliner, Changed Its Name and Venue, and Scrubbed Its Social Media

The Pride Weekend music festival faced confusion and criticism following changes in lineup, name, and location.
SF LGBT
from48 hills
1 month ago

PRIDE PARTY RADAR: Viva la Lesbianaissance + 35 more rainbows to ride - 48 hills

The current Pride season is marked by a resurgence of lesbian-centric spaces and events.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

I find it sad and difficult to listen to the Smiths': Ana Matronic's honest playlist

The first record I bought I was playing Delirious by Prince for my mother in 1982, and she said: He sounds like Little Richard.
NYC music
NYC LGBT
fromBustle
1 month ago

Lady Gaga Changed Hunter Doohan's Life Long Before She Joined 'Wednesday'

Hunter Doohan celebrates Lady Gaga's influence on his life and career as he prepares for the second season of Netflix's popular series, Wednesday.
fromKqed
1 month ago

Loud, Proud and Unbowed 'I Was Born This Way' Shimmies into Frameline

The documentary 'I Was Born This Way' captures the remarkable life and legacy of Archbishop Carl Bean as a force in the LGBTQ+ community.
#transgender-rights
NYC LGBT
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago

Trans rights protesters march on NYU Langone demanding hospital ignore Trump order, continue gender-affirming care for youth | amNewYork

Protesters rallied at NYU Langone Hospital against Trump's executive order halting gender-affirming care for children, emphasizing trans rights.
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
4 months ago
SF LGBT

Trans Refugees: What Trans People Need to Know About Finding Safety Abroad - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Transgender individuals in the U.S. are contemplating relocation due to increasing anti-trans legislation and concern for their safety.
fromsfist.com
4 months ago
SF LGBT

Second SF Spa in Two Weeks Has Transgender Patron Controversy, But Quickly Changes Its Policy

Imperial Day Spa in SF revised its gender policy, allowing patrons to use facilities based on their chosen gender identity amid controversy and protests.
LGBT
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Nicola Coughlan raises more than 100,000 for trans charity after gender ruling

The UK's Supreme Court ruling defines 'woman' and 'sex' as biological, leading to significant backlash and fundraising support for transgender rights.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago

Trans rights protesters march on NYU Langone demanding hospital ignore Trump order, continue gender-affirming care for youth | amNewYork

Protesters rallied at NYU Langone Hospital against Trump's executive order halting gender-affirming care for children, emphasizing trans rights.
SF LGBT
fromsfist.com
4 months ago

Second SF Spa in Two Weeks Has Transgender Patron Controversy, But Quickly Changes Its Policy

Imperial Day Spa in SF revised its gender policy, allowing patrons to use facilities based on their chosen gender identity amid controversy and protests.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Is Cannabis a Sex Drug?

Cannabis is prevalent in the LGBTQ+ community, influencing various sexual behaviors and risk-taking associated with sexual health.
SF LGBT
fromSun Sentinel
1 month ago

In Pulse remembrance, DeSantis leaves out LGBTQ, Hispanic communities that were targets of massacre

Gov. Ron DeSantis omitted LGBTQ and Hispanic communities from this year's Pulse Remembrance Day description, sparking criticism for inconsistency and perceived political motives.
#pulse-nightclub
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

Interfaith Pride Service at historic synagogue canceled; low enrollment and conflict over Zionism are blamed

The cancellation of Brooklyn Pride's interfaith service stems from low turnout and disagreements over the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
1 month ago

Remembering Darcelle: Sweet, cheeky fun * Oregon ArtsWatch

The play 'That's No Lady' celebrates the legacy of legendary drag queen Darcelle and the enduring love shared with his partner through heartfelt performances.
fromThe Oaklandside
1 month ago

This week in Oakland: East Oakland Futures Fest and the Summer Open Studios in Jingletown

The Oakland Youth Poet Laureate serves as a young ambassador for literacy and expression, selected from a pool of talented teens aged 13-18.
East Bay (California)
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

52% of anti-LGBTQ+ incidents targeted transgender and gender nonconforming people

Transgender and gender non-conforming individuals face the majority of anti-LGBTQ+ incidents, reflecting an increase in targeted violence and harassment.
NYC LGBT
fromCbsnews
2 months ago

Queens Pride Parade ready to kick off!

The Queens Pride Parade and Festival is a significant celebration of the LGBTQ community in Jackson Heights.
#trans-rights
UK politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

U.K. Court Ruling on Trans Women Is Part of Wider Debate on Sex and Gender

Legal efforts against trans rights are intensifying across the US and Europe, impacting LGBTQ communities significantly.
NYC LGBT
fromGay City News
2 months ago

Man sentenced to 19 years in connection with death of activist Cecilia Gentili

Michael Kuilan was sentenced to 19 years for his role in the death of transgender activist Cecilia Gentili, who died from a drug overdose.
fromMedium
3 months ago

I waited 15 years to see Hunky Jesus-and yes, he delivered

Queer communities are resisting repression through joy, fashion, and unity at events like Hunky Jesus, highlighting the importance of defiance in challenging times.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Fertility clinic director vows to rebuild after Palm Springs bombing. 'Life is preserved'

The fertility clinic's resilience after a bomb attack highlights the preservation of life amidst destruction.
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Oakland's Homegrown Drag Festival Oaklash Returns This Weekend With Yvie Oddly and Much More

Oaklash Festival celebrates drag culture and community resilience amid challenges facing the LGBTQ+ community.
#pope-francis
SF LGBT
fromwww.sgvtribune.com
2 months ago

California's LGBTQ+ community watches conclave and hopes Pope Francis' progressive moves endure

The passing of Pope Francis leaves uncertainty about the future of inclusivity in the Catholic Church, especially for the LGBTQ+ community.
SF LGBT
fromwww.sgvtribune.com
2 months ago

California's LGBTQ+ community watches conclave and hopes Pope Francis' progressive moves endure

The passing of Pope Francis leaves uncertainty about the future of inclusivity in the Catholic Church, especially for the LGBTQ+ community.
fromCreative Bloq
2 months ago

How to download the striking new Apple wallpaper

Apple released new dynamic Pride wallpapers and a unique Apple Watch band for Pride 2025, embracing vibrant individuality and inclusivity.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

'Users want it': Grindr is now selling erectile dysfunction drugs

Grindr launches Woodwork, a telehealth service for erectile dysfunction tailored specifically for its LGBTQ user base.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Trump Administration Slashes Research Into L.G.B.T.Q. Health

The Trump administration eliminated $800 million in health research aimed at L.G.B.T.Q. populations, impacting studies critical for their health.
Canceled L.G.B.T.Q. health research represents nearly half of all terminated National Institutes of Health grants.
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
3 months ago

Donna's Chronicles, "The recent flurry of exciting events..." - San Francisco Bay Times

Local events are revitalizing the community spirit amidst national issues.
NYC LGBT
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Liza Minnelli performs for first time in years on 'RuPaul's Drag Race'

Liza Minnelli received the Giving Us Lifetime Achievement Award on the finale of "RuPaul's Drag Race," celebrating her impact on drag and fashion.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

A Trip to Coachella and a Surprise Wedding, Too

About a month after the party, Mr. Botello, 36, and Mr. Martinez, 35, crossed paths again. This time there was a strong interest for both of them.
SF LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
3 months ago

Honoring Bay Area Transgender Leaders-Encore! - San Francisco Bay Times

Nicky Calma, known as Tita Aida, has dedicated her life to raising HIV awareness in the trans and API communities, creating engaging community programs.
SF LGBT
Beer
fromCN Traveller
4 months ago

The best hotels in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Puerto Vallarta offers a delightful blend of authentic culture and tourist accessibility, appealing to a diverse range of visitors.
fromwww.amny.com
4 months ago

Man sentenced to 8 years for deadly Manhattan nightclub druggings in robbery scheme: Bragg | amNewYork

Andre Butts sentenced to eight years for role in deadly drugging and robbery scheme in Manhattan.
fromsfist.com
4 months ago

RFK Jr. Apparently Coming After Poppers Manufacturers Because of a Long-Discredited AIDS Conspiracy Theory

FDA crackdown on poppers manufacturers, led by RFK Jr., raises concerns within the LGBTQ+ community.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
4 months ago

Renovations on 103-year-old SF landmark go $20M over initial budget

The Castro Theatre renovation's budget has more than doubled, delaying its reopening plans amid extensive renovations.
fromsfist.com
4 months ago

Local Event Club Gets Dragged for Unauthorized Hunky Jesus Invite That Ignored the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence

Club Urban Diversion faced backlash for charging a membership fee for a free LGBTQ+ event, leading to the deletion of their controversial Facebook invite.
fromAdvocate.com
4 months ago

Central Oregon celebrates Winter Pride with skiing, comedy, drag, and more

"This one will be the biggest event so far," she says, highlighting their goal to draw 2,200 to 2,500 attendees, reflecting on past growth since 2018.
SF LGBT
#heklina
#the-vivienne
fromGay City News
6 months ago

NYC queer bars plan viewing parties for Season 17 premiere of RuPaul's Drag Race

The 17th season of "RuPaul's Drag Race" premieres January 3, 2023, featuring watch parties at various LGBTQ bars across the city.
fromMedium
8 months ago

The legacy of SF Oasis will live on, following its successful gala

"We started realizing that we weren't able to do our job of supporting these artists," said Drollinger on why Oasis Arts began. She also noted: "Ticket sales don't actually create this."
San Francisco
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