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Baltimore Catholic charity violated gay man's rights by not paying spousal benefits, court rules

The man worked in information technology, not in a religious capacity, so his employer did not qualify for a religious exemption, a federal judge ruled.

LGBTQ+ Broadway Stars & Allies Belt 'Rent,' 'Hair' for Inauguration

The queer musical theater community helped to usher in a new era with the Biden-Harris administration. 

Judge Won't Automatically Throw Out Arpaio's Conviction

Even though Trump has pardoned Sheriff Joe Arpaio, the federal judge who convicted him of contempt of court wants to hear oral arguments before vacating the conviction.

Pope Francis Says Church Must Examine Civil Unions

Pope Francis says in a new interview that the Catholic Church must explore civil unions as a way to ensure financial security for same-sex couples.

Inclusion Is Now a Requirement for Oscars Eligibility

The Academy announced new measures to promote diversity at its awards ceremony.

Obama's LGBT Donors: Finally Fired Up, Ready to Go

President Obama's support on marriage reportedly spiked fund-raising for the reelection campaign.

Seat Filler January 2011

The Advocate's man on the New York theater scene sought warmth onstage throughout a snowy January with drag divas, lesbian campers, and tragic Tennessee Williams heroines.

Dirty Looks Film Fest Lights Up L.A. Queer Landmarks

The festival offers performance pieces as well to engage viewers with Los Angeles queer history.

Everything You Need to Know About Louisiana Marriage

Updated December 12: Get up to speed on the flurry of legal decisions that keep trying to bring marriage equality to Louisiana.

The Advocate's Person of the Year: Pope Francis

While 2013 will be remembered for the work of hundreds in advancing marriage equality, it will also be remembered for the example of one man.

A queer filmmaker led Kamala Harris’s video team at the White House. Azza Cohen shares what that was like

This queer woman kept her eye and camera trained on the most powerful woman in the world for history.

Past '40 Under 40' Honorees Are Still Changing The World

Past honorees of The Advocate's '40 Under 40' continue to prove themselves as agents of change. Take a look at where they are now.