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Heartwarming Sundance hit 'Jimpa' celebrates queer family bonds

The film stars Olivia Colman, John Lithgow, and director Sophie Hyde's child Aug Mason-Hyde.

#21AceStories: Does Asexuality Equal Celibacy?

Asexuals explain the difference between their sexuality and celibacy.

Largest Study Yet Seeks DNA Clues on Homosexuality

Julio and Mauricio Cabrera are gay brothers who are convinced their sexual orientation is as deeply rooted as their Mexican ancestry. They are among 1,000 pairs of gay brothers taking part in the largest study to date seeking genes that may influence whether people are gay. The Cabreras hope the findings will help silence critics who say homosexuality is an immoral choice. If fresh evidence is found suggesting genes are involved, perhaps homosexuality will be viewed as no different than other genetic traits like height and hair color, said Julio, a student at DePaul University in Chicago.

16 Things I Learned From Having Sex With Trans Men

Sex is about a lot more than body parts, says gay sex columnist Alex Cheves.

STUDY: Homophobia Driven By Fear of Unwanted Sexual Advances

A new study reveals the root of sexual prejudice can be attributed to the fear of unwanted sexual advances.

Study: Straight People Might Be More Sexually Fluid Than They Think

After reading informational texts on sexuality, some of the study's straight participants said they were more likely to identify as "non-exclusively heterosexual."

Handing Trump Another Loss, Court Rules Current Law Protects Gay Workers

The powerful Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit said 1964's Civil Rights Act bans discrimination based on sexual orientation.

Why some lesbians and bisexual women experience poverty

Race and education level are involved, but there are differences among the two groups, according to a new study.

Halloween Interview: American Horror Story Star on Sex, Terror

Lizzie Brochere talks with The Advocate about bisexuality, playing a dominatrix, and the creepy world inside the Asylum.

Does Gay Porn Have Us Rethinking Masculinity?

A new study shows that gay porn is even driving how straight guys see themselves -- and that's a good thing.

A New Book Explores the Complexities of Asexuality

Angela Chen talks about what asexuality reveals about desire, society, and the meaning of sex. 

Kinder gentler homophobia

What was up with 60 Minutes' bizarrely unbalanced report on the origins of sexuality? In part the answer is disgraced "scientist" J. Michael Bailey, who thinks gay men tend to be girly and bisexuals don't exist

Let’s Stop Shaming Black Men

Fifty percent of black gay men may become HIV-positive in their lifetime, but the cause is not what you think.

Drag Queen Story Hour Nixed Due to Anti-LGBTQ Outcry

The event, to be held in Rye, N.Y., has been postponed indefinitely, but petitioners seek to reinstate it.

Pope Blasts Gender-Confirmation Surgery

Pope Francis today denounced gender transition procedures, saying they make gender a choice.

WATCH: Touching PSA Knows 'Love Has No Gender'

The 'Love Has No Labels' campaign released a new PSA aimed at shedding light on diversity and inclusion.

What women want

Religious, political leaders urged to welcome gays into the fold

A coalition of national faith leaders issued an open letter Monday to more than 20,000 religious and political leaders, calling for a faith-based approach that supports diverse sexual orientations and gender identities.

An Intimate Moment Between 'Brothers'

Watch an exclusive clip about the personal lives of trans men.

Op-ed: Christian and Queer

One young man walks the line between two opposing communities and urges them to come together