Malaysia’s LGBTQ+ Community Blasts The 1975’s Matty Healy’s Same-Sex Kiss
LGBTQ+ activists fear the kiss could set off a clampdown against LGBTQ+ people.
July 26, 2023
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The 1975’s Matty Healy Speaks Out Against Malaysia’s Antigay Law, Kisses Bandmate in Protest
The problematic singer has been known to speak out in support of LGBTQ+ rights.
July 22, 2023
Malaysia Bans Possession of Pride-Themed Swatch Watches
Penalties include three years in prison and a $4,000 fine.
August 10, 2023
Explore dushi Curaçao: Your colorful LGBTQ+ Caribbean oasis
As the cold of winter sets in, it's time to explore Curaçao’s welcoming spirit and hidden gems tailored for LGBTQ+ travelers.
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Dangerous Doll
Amanda Palmer, best known as one half of Boston's cabaret sensation the Dresden Dolls, crowd-surfed off the stage at this year's Coachella festival to talk with Advocate.com about her new art project.
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(S)he Bop!
An unlikely Texas queer rock fest draws hipster gender-benders of all persuasions.
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David Johansen: Still a Doll
The New York Dolls--a cross-dressing rock band who were glam and punk before punk even existed--are back, led once again by David Johansen. Music, he still believes, should be "campy and sexy and fun."
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Eeek, It's a Lesbian Band
A longtime fan fave in the U.K., the women of Eeek hope to make it big across the pond someday too.
February 22, 2013
The queer side of Sundance
In this first of three installments, The Advocate's arts and entertainment editor takes us along on his whirlwind trip to the Sundance Film Festival. It's all about the movies, yes--and who you meet at brunch, or in the men's room.
January 23, 2006
Happy Madonna day!
Holiday! Celebrate! The new Madonna CD, Confessions on a Dance Floor, goes on sale on Tuesday, November 15, and with spirituality taking a backseat to good old-fashioned broken hearts, it feels like old times.
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Cobblestones, castles, and culture: Your LGBTQ+ guide to Edinburgh
Discover where to stay, eat, sip, and celebrate queer culture in Scotland’s capital.
April 30, 2025
Downturn? Fuggedaboudit
When the deals are sealed and it's time to hit the town, business travelers to the Big Apple are finding some of the best bargains in years.
May 6, 2009
Recap: Election Day 2024 coverage of LGBTQ+ issues
Vice President Kamala Harris, an LGBTQ+ champion, faced former President Donald Trump in the presidential election. Hundreds of LGBTQ+ people also ran for office on the federal, state, and local levels. Here's reporting from The Advocate's team of reporters across the country, including in D.C. with Harris.
November 5, 2024
Sky High Pride: Unveiling New York City’s Top LGBTQ-Friendly Rooftop Bars
Just in time for rooftop season, discover the best views and vibes in NYC's queer-friendly sky lounges.
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Queer Artists Energize San Diego's CRSSD Fest
Kaytranada, Yaeji, and Amo Amo delivered electrifying sets that brought queer energy to the Southern California EDM festival.
October 5, 2019
Seat Filler June 2010 The Advocates Guide to Theater
From Edie Falco as a butch ex-con to Reichen Lehmkuhl's underwear in My Big Gay Italian Wedding, your man on the New York theater scene takes in the greatest and gayest shows off-Broadway.
June 7, 2010