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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.

Mykki Blanco's Words Are a Weapon Against Stigma

The HIV-positive rapper is proud to loudly fight the fearmongering.

The FDAs Lesser Known Insult is a Ban on Gay Sperm Donors

The FDA not only bans gay and bi men from giving blood, they actively discourage them from donating sperm. Will the agency ever change its ways?

Republicans file 32 anti-trans bills on first day in Texas

On the first day of the Texas bill prefiling period, Republicans introduced 32 bills targeting the transgender community.

Gay Man Turned Away From Blood Center, Despite Passing Screenings

COVID-19 survivor Lukus Estok has antibodies in his blood that can save lives, but a blood center in New York City doesn't think it's good enough. 

Business Before Pleasure?

An HIV "outbreak" in the straight porn industry has once again raised talk of mandatory testing for all performers in the state of California. But will the gay porn studios get on board or take their business elsewhere?

Op-ed: Stop Freaking Out About Female Intersex Athletes

The scientific authorities have said multiple times that intersex women don't have an advantage in athletics. So won't the sporting authorities just let them play?

The 'Undetectable' Paradox in Talking About HIV

To combat the spread of HIV, we need a way to talk honestly about what it means to be 'undetectable.'

Why Michael Weinstein Is Blamed for PrEP Myths

Michael Weinstein was a pioneer in fighting the stigma around HIV since the early 1980s. So why are people so upset with his activism these days?

Kuwait to Screen Out Gender-Nonconforming Immigrants

While initial reports suggested the Kuwaiti government would conduct medical tests to keep any LGBT people from entering the country, further analysis shows the proposal could have serious implications for anyone who doesn't conform to strict standards of gender presentation.

Op-ed: HIV Can Still Land You In Jail

What can be done to stop misinformation in the form of criminal law?

Serial killer of gay men in New Orleans released after 46 years in prison

Warren Harris Jr. was convicted in the stabbing deaths of three gay men in the 1970s. He was sentenced to life in prison but became eligible for parole under a Louisiana law passed in 2017.

Sinead O'Connor Is Feeling Good

In an exclusive interview, the icon reveals a comfort in her sexuality and identity.

How to Talk to Your Doctor About #PrEP

Talking to your doctor about the HIV prevention treatment can be intimidating -- but it doesn't have to be.

Op-ed: Investing In Equality

Have you ever wondered whether your investments are also good for LGBT equality? One new option works to ensure just that.

The Crime of Being Positive

In the 1980s corporations, conservatives, and fear turned HIV-positive people into outlaws.