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Kamala Harris Emphasizes Diversity, Confronting Global Challenges at Historic West Point Graduation

The vice president was the first woman to give the school’s commencement address.

12 Pan Icons to Celebrate Pansexual Visibility Day

Here are the stars making pansexual people feel seen.

Tina Turner, the Queen of Rock and Roll, Dead at 83

She was one of the most popular artists of all time.

Wisconsin School District to Fire Teacher Over Dolly Parton, Miley Cyrus Song 'Rainbowland'

The teacher says she won’t be deterred from telling the truth and highlighting the right-wing takeover of schools.

Sarah Paulson Buys Out Texas Theater's Screenings of Transgender Drama 'Monica'

Sunday screenings of the film were free on a first come, first served basis.

Gay Soccer Star Jake Daniels, 18, Shares About His Partner, 46

The pro-athlete came out last year.

Google Doodle Honors Barbara May Cameron, Lesbian Native American Activist

It would have been the activist's 69th birthday.

Gay 'Bachelor' Star Colton Underwood Marries Jordan C. Brown

The wedding celebration took place over three days in Napa Valley.

More Than 50 of Our Favorite LGBTQ+ Moms

Our community's out moms could use some more visibility — and a big thank you too.

Elliot Page Embraces Trans Joy With Shirtless Photo

The actor commented on how gender-affirming care has enhanced his life.

Marcia Gay Harden: All My Kids Are Queer, and They Teach Me Every Day

The Oscar-winning actress was among the celebrities taking part in the Drag Isn't Dangerous telethon.

David Miranda, Gay Politician and Husband of Journalist Glenn Greenwald, Dies at 37

Greenvwald announced his husband’s passing on Twitter to an outpouring of support.

Meet Roberta Kaplan, the Lesbian Lawyer Who Won a Verdict Against Donald Trump

Kaplan is most famous as the lawyer who brought down the Defense of Marriage Act.

41 Photos of Drag Isn’t Dangerous Fundraiser That Raised the Big Bucks for LGBTQ+ Rights

Organizers say the event, which continues to bring in money, raised more than $560,000.

Zooey Zephyr, Transgender Montana Lawmaker, Is Engaged to Her Girlfriend

The trans power couple is bringing a lot of people joy online and making right-wingers seethe.

Kristian Nairn, Hodor on 'Game of Thrones,' Witnessed Gay Club Shooting in Belfast

The Irish actor has spoken out for the first time about the 1997 incident.

Iowa Teens Receive Awards, Protest Governor's Anti-LGBTQ+ Policies at Ceremony

Iowa’s Republican governor appeared less than pleased with the public comments.

Photos: Harvey Guillén on Bringing His Queer, Fat POC Self to the Met Gala

It's Harvey's world. We're all just living in it.

KISS and Twisted Sister Rock Legends Go Full-on Transphobic

KISS’s Paul Stanley and Twisted Sister’s Dee Snider both made very transphobic remarks on Twitter over the weekend.