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Outrage in Seattle after ‘raids’ of several gay bars citing ‘lewd conduct’ laws

The authorities deny that it was a raid, but bar owners, managers, and patrons are asking what else to call it.

NYC Gay Leather Bar Targeted by Robbers Who Drugged Victims

The robbers were able to get between $1,000 to $5,000 from each of the victims.

D.C.’s newest LGBTQ+ bar, District Eagle, invites patrons to ‘let their freak flag fly’

The space embraces a “kink-forward” mindset, managing partner Zach Renovátes told The Advocate.

James Franco to Accept Ally Award

James Franco will be acknowledged for his career accomplishments and support for the LGBT community.

Change of Pace

Patrons Outraged Over Racist, Transphobic Show at Famous Leather Bar

Critics called the performance a minstrel show in blackface.

Jacob Nathaniel Pring, LGBTQ+ Activist & Nightlife Fixture, Dies at 47

Pring organized queer events around the D.C. area.

'Jackass' star Steve-O cancels breast implants surgery after reality check from trans person

The Jackass star planned to get the surgery done as a joke, until he actually had a conversation with a transgender person.

Being Sex-Positive in a World of Brett Kavanaughs, Donald Trumps

Assault and abuse aren't sex, Alexander Cheves writes.

The Scream King: A Nightmare in Hollywood Couldn't Kill Mark Patton

In an exclusive interview with HIV Plus, the iconic star of A Nightmare on Elm Street 2 comes out as HIV-positive and reflects on why Hollywood's homophobia caused him to walk away from his dream.

Where to Find Great Gay Action

It's on screen at the Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Fest where you can see the buddy action comedy Hot Guys With Guns and James Franco's Interior. Leather Bar. Here are three films not to miss.

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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!"

I Wasn’t Queer Until I Found Leather


Discovering confidence in a bag of latex and leather.

Back in black

Has gay culture finally caught up to Cruising?