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This gay man had to flee Ghana after a violent attack. He’s finally been granted asylum

"What I really want the world to know is that [queer Ghanaians] have no life, they have no voice,” Mr. B, who was recently granted asylum, told The Advocate.


Watch these brothers step up after their dad refused to attend their sister's queer wedding

After one bride's father refused to attend or take part in her wedding, her brothers decided to fill his role instead.

A lesbian couple was unwelcomed by their wedding venue. Now, they've been gifted one for free

Ali Waggy and Jessica Robinson have been gifted a wedding venue for free after being told the venue they had didn't approve of their relationship.

How Beyoncé's Goodwill Toward Queer Fan Shed Light on Obstacles Faced by Those With Wheelchairs

The superstar’s intervention underscores the more considerable accessibility hurdles faced by individuals with disabilities, igniting a broader conversation about inclusivity in the public sphere.

Good News, Bad News in Report on Hate Groups

The overall number of hate groups is down, and the number of specifically antigay ones is up slightly, but their power seems to be diminishing, says the Southern Poverty Law Center.

In Florida, There Was Actually Lots of Good Election News

Gubernatorial candidate Andrew Gillum and Senator Bill Nelson may be struggling, but plenty of wins were notched in the Sunshine State on Tuesday.

The Good News: Transphobia No Longer a Slam-Dunk

Donald Trump maybe be ginning up transphobia to save his imploding presidency, but he's actually to the right of many Republicans on the issue.

With Her New Band, Samantha Ronson Has Good News to Deliver

Ocean Park Standoff's out cofounder continues her family's musical legacy.

Prop. 8 Wording Change Good News for Opponents

The California secretary of state has changed language in the ballot initiative that would ban same-sex marriage in California.

Thomas Roberts Launches 'Gay Good News' From Quarantine

The first out national anchor is highlighting happy LGBTQ+ headlines on Facebook Live. 

'The Good Place' Takes Gender-Bending to a Whole New Level

Actor D'Arcy Carden leads an Orphan Black-esque episode of the hit NBC comedy, with weird and amazing results. 

Pat McCrory Says Good News Is 'HRC Lost the Battle'

The former governor of North Carolina appears to be happy that the largest LGBT rights group in the country was not able to get a full repeal of HB 2. 

Ky Peterson Just Got His First Dose of Testosterone

The trans man incarcerated in an all-women's Georgia prison has finally been granted access to transition-related care.

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Marriage Equality Good for New Mexico Kids, Experts Say

The New Mexico Pediatric Society, the New Mexico Psychological Association, and the New Mexico chapter of the National Association of Social Workers all came forward for marriage equality as the state awaits a court decision.

'Values Voters' Anarchy Good News for Gays

The fractured coalition of Christian conservatives is meeting in Washington, D.C., on Friday and Saturday for a "Values Voters Summit," to be capped Saturday evening by a straw poll of the 2,500 participants. But if media reports are to be believed, consolidating the far-right vote may be wishful thinking this primary season.

Kentucky GOP: Conversion Therapy Good, Gender-Affirming Care Bad

Instead of banning the dangerous practice of conversion therapy which has been proven to harm LGBTQ+ people, Kentucky Republicans targeted transgender people’s access to health care.