Imane Khelif must undergo 'mandatory sex testing' to compete in Olympics
World Boxing's new policy mandates that all participants in women's events — but not men's — must undergo a chromosome test.
June 2, 2025
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Donald Trump to chair Olympics task force and demand 'strong' tests to keep trans athletes out
The President has wrongly implied Algerian Imane Khalief, an Algerian boxing gold medalist, was trans and should not compete.
August 11, 2025
Former Olympian Caitlyn Jenner supports New York policy banning trans women from sports
LGBTQ+ advocates are stunned by the transgender woman’s ongoing stance against the inclusion of trans people in many facets of public life.
March 20, 2024
Trump moves to ban international transgender athletes from 2028 Olympic Games
He said he would direct the Department of Homeland Security to deny visa applications for transgender athletes, which he called “fraudulent.”
February 5, 2025
A Straight Woman Feels the Embrace of Our Community
While cycling 545 miles across California to raise money for HIV services, Susan Freed felt the joy of shared experience.
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June 22, 2016
Folio Names The Advocate's Managing Editor to Power Millennial List
Michelle Garcia is among this year's distinguished lineup of '20 in Their 20s' honorees.
September 29, 2014
GLBT History Month: 31 Days, 31 Heroes
October is GLBT History Month, a national celebration of queer culture through the ages. To remind people of our achievements, the Equality Forum has honored a hero for every day of the month. Who made the list?
October 31, 2008
The Long History of Olympic Protests
Geopolitics have always been associated with the Olympics, and this year will be no exception.
January 27, 2014
Advocate, Out, Plus nominated for 2025 GLAAD Media Awards alongside biggest queer films and TV of the year
The Advocate's reporters Ryan Adamczeski and Christopher Wiggins also scored nominations for Outstanding Print Article and Outstanding Online Journalism Article.
January 22, 2025
30 Amazing HIV-Positive Gay Men
Here are 30 great guys who HIV Plus magazine named to its annual list of men who are reinventing what it means to be HIV-positive.
December 1, 2014
California City Voted to No Longer Fly Pride Flag
The Huntington Beach City Council removed the rainbow flag from the list of those that can be displayed on city property.
February 8, 2023
Trump bans trans women athletes from 'extraordinary ability’ visas
Transgender women athletes can no longer receive O-1A, E11, and E21 "extraordinary ability" visas.
August 5, 2025
U.S. Senator's Resolution Targets Russia's Antigay Law
Sen. Jeff Merkley will submit a resolution urging the International Olympic Committee to oppose Russia's anti-LGBT legislation.
August 2, 2013
Black Lives Matter Continues Protest at L.A. City Hall, Seeks Police Chief's Ouster
The protesters object to a police commission ruling that an officer did not violate department policy in the fatal shooting of a woman last year.
August 9, 2016
Surf City USA bans Pride flags
The measure requires a unanimous Huntington Beach city council vote to approve non-governmental flags.
March 9, 2024
NBC Says It Won't Let Russia Hide Antigay Laws During Olympics
The Human Rights Campaign had called on NBC Sports to ensure the opening ceremonies and other coverage doesn't turn into a one-sided advertisement for Russia.
July 27, 2013
Out Olympic diver Greg Louganis sells medal to leave the U.S.
Gay diver, Greg Louganis, shared in a lengthy Facebook post that he will be moving out of the United States after much deliberation.
September 2, 2025
Adam Rippon to Skip White House Visit, Plans LGBT Fundraiser Instead
The medal-winning figure skater wants to make even more of a positive impact.
February 12, 2018
Trans Boxer Makes History, Bests Cisgender Opponent
Patricio Manuel has found acceptance, and success, in the ring.
December 9, 2018
MJ Honored in Star-Studded Tribute
Michael Jackson's memorial preempts cable news coverage of the sham Iranian presidential election, closes freeways, and brings out a ton of stars to pay tribute.
July 7, 2009