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'Drag Race' winner is 'taking a little break' for mental health

"This year has been intense for me in many ways, and I've experienced a lot of burnouts," the RuPaul's Drag Race champion explained. "Society doesn't encourage you about looking after your mental health."

That Time Todd Glass Thought He Was Having a Heart Attack

Gay comedian Todd Glass shares hilarious and heart-wrenching moments from his new memoir, The Todd Glass Situation.

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Dating While HIV-Positive: Knowing What You're Worth

It doesn't matter what your status is. Confidence is sexy on anyone.

Man with a mission

The author of a new book says he was infected with HIV by a priest who sexually abused him in 1977. Could this be the start of a new Catholic Church scandal?

Brüno and its Discontents

Sacha Baron Cohen's latest satire on Americans and their beliefs holds a mirror to society while making the handfuls of gays squirm in their seats.

In Gay We Trust: How Do We Tackle PTSD In The LGBTQ+ Community?

The trauma many of us continue to face in the queer community is like an invisible war. 

Photographer Mike Ruiz's newest project showcases LGBTQ+ success through portraits

Photographer Mike Ruiz is celebrating the success stories of the nation's largest LGBTQ+ homeless shelter, the Ali Forney Center.

In Defense of 'Adam' and Trans Artistic Freedom

Trans filmmaker Lyle Kash defends Rhys Ernst's controversial production.

Paula Stone Williams: Finding Beauty in the Broken Pieces

The trans author contemplates the difference between happiness and joy in this exclusive excerpt of her new memoir, As a Woman.

The Truth About Dating With HIV

People like their boxes. If you are HIV-positive, some might want you to stay in yours.

Poet Mark Doty's Sexual Experience With Walt Whitman's Ghost

In his new book What Is the Grass, Mark Doty details an erotic visit by the spirit of the Leaves of Grass author.

For William McGregor Riding Is Like Choosing to Live

For AIDS/LifeCycle rider William McGregor, choosing to participate was a much bigger choice about how he wants to live.

Hot Sheet: Week of June 20

Michelle Pfeiffer gets her cougar on with Rupert Friend (pictured), the return of Regina Spektor and Felicity Huffman's trip down the rabbit hole round out what's hot in entertainment for the week.

Kelly Clarkson on Being an LGBTQ+ Ally and Centering Queer Stories

Clarkson steps in as the heir apparent to Oprah, Rosie, and Ellen by fostering and modeling inclusivity on The Kelly Clarkson Show. 

These Women Found Love, Fame, and a Kidney Match on Tinder

Alana and Lori's love story is the stuff of movies -- which it's about to become.

Burning Man 101

Some dismiss the Burning Man festival as a bunch of hippies getting high in the desert. Advocate associate editor Neal Broverman found there's much more to it -- and breaks down the essentials for the uninitiated.

The Joy of Sex After Gender Confirmation Surgery

Nomi Ruiz thought she was leaving pleasure behind, but her post-op experiences shook her mind and body.

Cover Story Interview With Gossip Front Woman Beth Ditto

Gossip front woman Beth Ditto capped off an amazing year with her very revealing memoir, Coal to Diamonds.