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Candace Owens denied entry into Australia over fear she'd incite 'violent or radical action'

Candace Owens still won't be able to enter Australia and now must cover the government's legal costs after losing her appeal.

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Triangle Square, Hollywood's LGBT senior living center, was abuzz Tuesday morning with all things election. Volunteers shuttled a few groups of residents who had not already voted with an absentee ballot down to the nearest polling place. Today, now that the votes have been tallied, check out what some of our community's seniors think are the biggest issues facing the gay community -- and how far gays and lesbians have really come.

Bound; Saving Face; The Incredibly True Adventures of Two Girls in Love

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15 Romantic Lesbian Films With Swoon-Worthy Happy Endings

Here are 15 films featuring queer women who finally get their fairytale ending.

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Candace Owens denied entry into Australia over fear she'd incite 'violent or radical action'

Candace Owens still won't be able to enter Australia and now must cover the government's legal costs after losing her appeal.

Extremist Catholic Orders Antigay Cake From Black Lesbian-Owned Bakery

Good Cakes and Bakes received an order for red velvet cake -- iced with "Homosexual acts are gravely evil."

Gillian Anderson & Lily Rabe Are Queer Lovers in ‘The First Lady"

"It was time to do it," showrunner Cathy Schulman said.

Black LGBTQ+ Leaders Hosting Town Hall on Racism, Anti-LGBTQ+ Hate

The LGBTQ #Black Lives Matter Virtual Town Hall happens this evening.

Dinah Vegas Brings Out the Ladies

This year's attendance doubled that of the inaugural event.

After Coup Attempt, LGBTQ+ Politicians, Orgs. Call for Trump's Removal

"We must ensure that this is Donald Trump's last opportunity to do harm," Rep. Mondaire Jones said.

Farewell, My Brother: A Tribute to Jonathan Demme

Jonathan Demme is best known for such blockbuster hits as The Silence of the Lambs and Philadelphia, but a documentary on a historic civil rights case may be his most lasting legacy.

Sundance 2026: 14 must-see LGBTQ+ films

These are the independent LGBTQ+ productions moviegoers need to watch out for in 2026.

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LGBTQ+ Orgs: We Must Do More to End Racism, Racial Violence

More than 70 groups signed on to an open letter in light of the death of George Floyd and other recent horrific incidents.

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15 LGBTQ+ TV Shows and Movies to Watch in July

The summer hasn't been queerer.

15 Romantic Lesbian Films With Swoon-Worthy Happy Endings

Here are 15 films featuring queer women who finally get their fairytale ending.

Snubs and Surprises Among the 2013 Oscar Nominations

Lincoln leads the pack of nominees for the 85th annual Academy Awards.

Hot Sheet: Week of July 12

Harry Potter is officially all grown up, gay actor Dan Butler falls in love with Karl Rove, and the Gay Men's Chorus of San Francisco pays tribute to Joan Baez.

Obama Lifts the HIV Travel Ban

Clash of the Classics: 'Philadelphia' vs. 'Latter Days'

In the sixth match of our qualifying round in our Clash of the Classics tournament, it's Philadelphia vs. Latter Days.

Who Came Out in 2014?

Take a look back at the notable LGBTs who came out of the closet this year.

Election Results for LGBT Voters: In The States

The highest profile races are often at the federal level, but state legislatures and city leaders can make a big difference in LGBT lives.

LGBTQ+ Film Festival Frameline Announces Lineup for its 47th Year

This year's festival will host special guests Taylor Mac, Alaska, and Sofia Coppola.

The Big List of People Who Came Out in 2014

We've rounded up the year's comings out from our archive and found famous names like Ellen Page, brave moves by athletes such as Michael Sam, and inspiring moments in business and music.

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Candace Owens still won't be able to enter Australia and now must cover the government's legal costs after losing her appeal.

Good Cakes and Bakes received an order for red velvet cake -- iced with "Homosexual acts are gravely evil."

"It was time to do it," showrunner Cathy Schulman said.

The LGBTQ #Black Lives Matter Virtual Town Hall happens this evening.

This year's attendance doubled that of the inaugural event.

"We must ensure that this is Donald Trump's last opportunity to do harm," Rep. Mondaire Jones said.

Jonathan Demme is best known for such blockbuster hits as The Silence of the Lambs and Philadelphia, but a documentary on a historic civil rights case may be his most lasting legacy.

These are the independent LGBTQ+ productions moviegoers need to watch out for in 2026.

More than 70 groups signed on to an open letter in light of the death of George Floyd and other recent horrific incidents.

The summer hasn't been queerer.

Here are 15 films featuring queer women who finally get their fairytale ending.

Lincoln leads the pack of nominees for the 85th annual Academy Awards.

Harry Potter is officially all grown up, gay actor Dan Butler falls in love with Karl Rove, and the Gay Men's Chorus of San Francisco pays tribute to Joan Baez.

In the sixth match of our qualifying round in our Clash of the Classics tournament, it's Philadelphia vs. Latter Days.

Take a look back at the notable LGBTs who came out of the closet this year.

The highest profile races are often at the federal level, but state legislatures and city leaders can make a big difference in LGBT lives.

This year's festival will host special guests Taylor Mac, Alaska, and Sofia Coppola.

We've rounded up the year's comings out from our archive and found famous names like Ellen Page, brave moves by athletes such as Michael Sam, and inspiring moments in business and music.