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Homophobia can 'increase cancer risk' in LGBTQ+ people, report finds

The American Cancer Society has found that queer people frequently experience "minority stress" in health care settings, leading to an "elevated prevalence" of cancer risk factors.

LGBTQ+ people are at a higher risk of 'adverse brain health:' study

LGBTQ+ adults are at a 15 percent higher risk of composite brain health outcomes — including dementia, strokes, and late-life depression, according to a new study.

Black writers share their favorite books to honor Black History Month

Roxane Gay, Raquel Willis, and Dawnshaeé Reid open up about the importance of the Black literary legacy and impact of Black writers.

Kevin McCarthy: The Idiot of the House

Soon American citizens will be the ones mostly affected by McCarthy’s arrogance and stupidity.

What happens when your best friend of 40 years suddenly turns on you for being gay?

In the face of mounting anti-LGBTQ+ hate crimes, hate speech, online disinformation, bullying, and bigoted bills, add one more voice condemning us, John Casey writes.

Jessica Chastain on Tammy Faye's 'Punk Rock,' Drag Queen Fearlessness

The star of The Eyes of Tammy Faye chats with The Advocate about misogyny, HIV and AIDS, and the once-disgraced televangelist's enormous heart. 

Debunked: 15 Myths About LGBT Culture

From the first brick at Stonewall to Patient Zero, here is a list of mistruths about the queer community, its history, and its members.

The Motley Crew of LGTBQ Activists Fighting for Migrants

This group of volunteer heroes battled pounding rain and bureaucratic hurdles to deliver supplies to asylum-seekers.

The Resistance Fighters Who Will Stand Up to the Deplorables

Here are some elected officials, commentators, and others who will have our backs during the Trump administration.

Prime Timers: A New Age for Activism

From authors and actors to artists and activists, these 25 LGBT prime timers are still on the front lines in the battle for equality and show no signs of slowing down anytime soon.

Prime Time 25: LGBT Seniors Making a Difference

These 25 LGBT achievers over 65 are proving that a person can change the world at any age.

Champions of Pride

We recognize amazing LGBT leaders from across the country.

The Top 175 Essential Films of All Time for LGBT Viewers

What is the most essential movie ever for LGBT viewers? There can be only one. We've made our pick, and now you can vote on Facebook and Twitter in a "Clash of the Classics!"