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Berlin drag show ‘Together’ seeks to address Middle East grief

As the Israel-Hamas war grinds on, an Israeli drag queen and a Syrian belly dancer are using their platform in Berlin to encourage dialogue and share grief.
Berlin drag show 'Together' seeks to address Middle East grief, in Berlin
Berlin drag show 'Together' seeks to address Middle East grief, in Berlin
5d ago

Pennsylvania library cancels drag queen story hour after bomb threat investigation

Police dogs found a suspicious package during a planned sweep of the Lancaster Public Library on Saturday morning, in what was later determined to be a false alarm.
Lancaster City Police officers patrol the perimeter of North Queen Street
Lancaster City Police officers patrol the perimeter of North Queen Street

Bipartisan spending bill includes effective ban on Pride flags over U.S. embassies

A provision in the 1,012-page funding measure would prohibit most flags from flying over U.S. embassies other than the American flag.
A symbol of unity and inclusiveness adorns the front of the U.S. Embassy in Berlin on June 28, 2023.
A symbol of unity and inclusiveness adorns the front of the U.S. Embassy in Berlin on June 28, 2023.

Wyoming governor vetoes abortion restrictions and signs trans medical care ban for minors

While rejecting the abortion bill, Republican Gov. Mark Gordon signed into law a measure that makes Wyoming the latest state to ban gender-affirming care for transgender minors.
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politics political politician

Ricky Martin reflects on his decision to come out publicly as gay

In an interview with Andy Cohen, Martin, who came out in 2010, said the team representing him as a musician at the time discouraged him from coming out.
Ricky Martin on NBC's "TODAY" show on March 20, 2024.
Ricky Martin on NBC's "TODAY" show on March 20, 2024.
7d ago

In latest move, Russia adds 'LGBT movement' to official list of extremists and terrorists

The move was in line with a ruling by Russia’s Supreme Court last November that LGBTQ activists should be designated as extremists.
A law enforcement officer stands guard during the LGBT community rally in Saint Petersburg.
A law enforcement officer stands guard during the LGBT community rally in Saint Petersburg.
7d ago

No charges to be filed in fight involving Oklahoma teen Nex Benedict, DA says

The Tulsa County district attorney said the fight appeared to be an “instance of mutual combat.”
Nex Benedict outside the family’s home in Owasso, Okla., in Dec. 2023.
Nex Benedict outside the family’s home in Owasso, Okla., in Dec. 2023.

Elliot Page to produce virtual reality series about Brooklyn's queer history

The series is inspired by historian Hugh Ryan's critically acclaimed 2019 book, "When Brooklyn Was Queer."
A black and white portrait of Elliot Page.
A black and white portrait of Elliot Page.
8d ago

LGBTQ rights lawyers face potential sanctions over Alabama ‘judge shopping’

The 11 attorneys allegedly tried to steer litigation challenging Alabama's transgender health care restrictions away from a Trump-appointed judge.
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lady justice statue scale of justice

Alabama lawmakers advance expansion of 'Don't Say Gay' law

The measure would expand the existing restrictions on discussing sexual orientation and gender identity with elementary schoolers to all grades.
Alabama State Capitol
Alabama State Capitol
9d ago

Over a dozen LGBTQ nonprofits among recipients of billionaire MacKenzie Scott’s latest donations

Scott, the ex-wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, announced Tuesday that 361 community-led nonprofits would receive a total of $640 million.
Polly Crozier, GLAD director of family advocacy, gathers with community members at a recent hearing in support of the Massachusetts Parentage Act, which would provide additional legal protections for LGBTQ parents.
Polly Crozier, GLAD director of family advocacy, gathers with community members at a recent hearing in support of the Massachusetts Parentage Act, which would provide additional legal protections for LGBTQ parents.

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