Yandex CEO Charged Under Russia’s Anti-LGBTQ+ “Propaganda” Laws
The company had earlier been fined for not restricting access to films like Brigit Jones’ Diary.
July 5, 2023
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A Challenge to China's Ban on Gay Media Heads to Court
A lawsuit will force the nation's media regulator to explain the basis for its antigay restrictions of online content.
January 4, 2018
Army appears to make trans service ban official with social media post
The Army “will no longer allow transgender individuals to join the military and will stop performing or facilitating procedures associated with gender transition for service members,” the post states.
February 14, 2025
Out Florida lawmaker defends bill banning kids from social media
LGBTQ+ advocates day the ban would harm queer youth's access to information, but state Rep. Michele Rayner says the harms outweigh the benefits of social media.
January 25, 2024
Conversion therapy content is being banned by social media companies thanks to the work of LGBTQ+ group
Promoting the dangerous and discredited practice of conversion therapy now violates several companies’ content policies. Some companies say it's thanks to GLAAD's recommendations and research.
January 16, 2024
V Spehar reflects on 4 years of ‘Under the Desk News,’ the TikTok ban & tension with traditional media
The journalist and content creator sat down with The Advocate on the anniversary of creating their popular social media account.
January 8, 2025
Tinder Is Allegedly Banning Transgender Users
Transgender users of the dating app are getting reported and banned from Tinder for their gender identity, say many on social media.
June 5, 2015
Facebook Slammed for New Restrictions on Sexual Content
But the social media titan asserts the guidelines don't ban mention of sexual orientation, as some outlets have reported.
December 7, 2018
Suspended Trans Teacher Banned From Texas Classroom
In the past month, Laura Jane Klug has been suspended from work, reinstated, outed to local and national media, and now banned from the classroom.
April 28, 2014
Can you really get fired for what you say about Charlie Kirk? A lawyer weighs in
The First Amendment may not be what you think it is.
September 18, 2025
Texas County Votes to Keep Library Running After Threatening It Over Banned Books
It comes after a judge ordered the books returned to the library shelves.
April 16, 2023
What is RedNote? The TikTok alternative that doesn't allow showing skin or LGBTQ+ content
With heavy censorship of bodies and LGBTQ+ topics, RedNote might not be everything TikTok refugees are seeking.
January 13, 2025
Will TikTok go dark? Will Trump enforce the ban? Here's what to know
U.S.-based users will no longer be able to download or use the popular short-form video platform as of Jan. 19.
January 17, 2025
Who is Laura Loomer, the MAGA Republican influencing Donald Trump, considered too racist even for Marjorie Taylor Greene?
The right-wing extremist is exerting her influence on Donald Trump and the MAGA base.
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September 13, 2024
Incel Influencer Sneako’s Young Fans Yell ‘All Gays Should Die’ in Viral Video
Sneako confronts the echo of his own views in young fans.
September 19, 2023
TikTok may be banned in the U.S. after Biden signs new law — Why?
What does a TikTok ban actually mean for users and creators? Here's what you need to know.
April 24, 2024
LGBTQ+ TikTokers: Banning app will 'eliminate' online communities & activism (exclusive)
LGBTQ+ TikTokers are warning that a ban on the app would have a "disproportionate effect on the queer community."
March 15, 2024
On a D.C. rooftop, prominent authors and activists vowed to ‘save our stories’ from book bans
“Banning books is banning stories. Banning stories is banning existence. Banning existence is banning hope,” Reading Rainbow host Mychal Threets told attendees at the Penguin Random House-sponsored event.
October 9, 2025
'Fractured landscape:' Abortions in the U.S. are increasing, despite 'drastic' bans
Despite abortion restrictions being implemented in 21 states since the overturning of Roe v. Wade, abortions are increasing in the U.S.
March 25, 2024
Queer TikTok creators remain hopeful despite Supreme Court’s ruling upholding TikTok ban
The Advocate spoke with V Spehar and RaeShanda Lias about the latest developments in the saga surrounding the popular app.
January 17, 2025