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The Advocate brings readers the latest news regarding developments in the LGBT business world. Find out the happenings of gay business leaders that are moving the Invisible Hand in the United States and around the world like Apple's Tim Cook, American Eagle's Robert Hanson, and 3M Unitek's Mary Jo Abler. Learn tips from the pros about managing the business affairs of day-to-day life for the present and future. Prepare for retirement and learn how changing laws regarding same-sex marriage, partnership, and adoption affects financial planning.

Women's sports bars are on a winning streak and 'slaying the trolls'

When Jenny Nguyen opened The Sports Bra in 2022, she started a movement: Bars that only show women’s sports. Now, fandom and pay are rapidly growing — and it’s time for the Olympics.

Vivian Wilson calls Elon Musk an 'uncaring and narcissistic' father, citing 'cruel' homophobia

Vivian Wilson said that before her transition, her father would often berate her as a young child for acting femininely.

Walmart and MISTR to offer free at-home HIV testing kits

A new pilot program that kicks off July 25 will offer free at-home HIV testing kits in seven Georgia Walmart stores.

Elon Musk’s comments about his trans daughter prove why she doesn’t speak to him

Musk claimed that his transgender daughter is "dead" to him, simply because she transitioned.

John Deere is the latest company to turn its back on Black people, the LGBTQ+ community, and women

American businesses continue to cave to the coordinated effort of right-wing extremist online influencer Robby Starbuck.

Elon Musk moves SpaceX and X to Texas because California is too supporting of trans youth

"This is the final straw," Musk wrote on X, reacting to California's recent law banning the forced outing of LGBTQ+ youth in schools.

Elon Musk’s X platform suspended more than 200 LGBTQ+ marketing accounts without explanation

Even accounts that engaged with the company were suspended, Pink Media’s president told The Advocate.

These queer farmers and ranchers are boycotting Tractor Supply and want you to join them

After the feed and farm retailer issued a statement disavowing all diversity efforts, queer people who shopped there say no more.

Lawmakers want to know why there are fewer LGBTQ+ homeowners than straight: 'Concerning disparities'

Twenty U.S. representatives are demanding to know about the homeownership "disparities" between LGBTQ+ people and their straight, cisgender peers.

Tractor Supply caves to far-right homophobia and bigotry and drops all LGBTQ+ support

The seismic shift in attitude comes after 3 weeks of attacks by far-right extremists.

Rachel Levine and Isabel Guzman highlight LGBTQ-owned businesses during Pride Month

HHS’s Rachel Levine and SBA’s Isabel Guzman toured LGBTQ-owned and focused businesses around Washington, D.C., earlier this week.

Jon Stewart wants everyone to 'stop pretending' corporations can support Pride

The Daily Show host is celebrating Pride Month, also known as "that time of year when corporations get together and financially exploit the decades-long struggle of gay people."

The gays bring surge to D.C. Metro ridership for Capital Pride Parade

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority reported its highest ridership since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Two series from The Advocate Channel launch on Hulu

Get inspired and entertained as two series from the Advocate Channel are now streaming on Hulu this Pride Month! This collaboration brings inclusive and impactful programming, like the groundbreaking series Candis Cayne's Secret Garden and the Out100 Specials, to a wider audience.

15 Pride products from brands that actually give back to the LGBTQ+ community

These brands are putting their money where their mouths are this Pride Month.

Artists behind Target's Pride collection claim they've received 'no compensation'

Three artists who worked on Target's LGBTQ+ Pride collection are accusing the company of withholding payment after they were suddenly "dropped."

The iconic Little Gay Pub in D.C. expands to Philadelphia

The owners of the popular celebrity hotspot tell The Advocate that they’re excited to bring their business to the Philly LGBTQ+ community.

From Meta to X, most major social media companies are failing LGBTQ+ users: GLAAD

Most of the top social media companies got an 'F' grade on GLAAD’s 2024 Social Media Safety Index. Of the major platforms, TikTok was the only one to pass with a dismal D+ grade.

Mike Johnson supported right-wing Target boycott over LGBTQ+ merchandise

The far-right lawmaker was outraged about the ‘woke’ ideology of inclusivity during Pride Month last year.

Federal judges express doubts in appeal over transgender sorority member at University of Wyoming

The case, which asks the appeals court to rule against the sorority’s right to accept transgender members, was already dismissed by a lower court judge.