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We kiki with Jake Shears about Cabaret, Tammy Faye, Elton, and more

The queer cultural icon and former Scissor Sisters front man is now taking over Broadway and beyond.

Diverse books left in trash at NYC school with worrying notes: 'Not approved'

Hundreds of new books — which featured stories about race, immigration, and LGBTQ+ lives — were found in the trash with sticky notes documenting their content.

NYPD seeks teens in suspected homophobic hate crime

The four youths reported hurled fists, hard objects, and anti-LGBTQ+ slurs at two gay men out for a walk.

This gay dad is standing up to conservatives after one host called him a 'pervert homo' (exclusive)

José Rolón, known as @nycgaydad on social media, is speaking out after a "D-list Tucker Carlson" accused him of sexcrimes without evidence.

Hunter Schafer arrested at pro-Palestine rally protesting Joe Biden on 'Late Night'

Euphoria star Hunter Schafer was arrested at a rally protesting Joe Biden's continued support of Israel's war with Hamas as the death toll in Gaza climbs.

After years of exclusion, Staten Island will host LGBTQ-friendly St. Patrick's Day parade

The New York City government is responding to years of LGBTQ+ exclusion by hosting a new, second parade, which will welcome queer groups in Staten Island for the first time.

New York City Archdiocese condemns funeral of trans icon Cecilia Gentili at St. Patrick's Cathedral

St. Patrick's Cathedral even held a Mass of Reparation. Gentili's family has called out church leaders for what they said was "hypocrisy" and transphobia.

What it means for LGBTQ+ Americans to leave — or choose — Christianity

Almost two-thirds of LGBTQ+ people who were raised Christian have left, new data finds. But queer Black Americans have more to leave behind.

Steven Ostrow, creator of NYC's legendary Continental Baths, dead at 91

An accomplished operatic singer, Ostrow is best known for the gay bathhouse where Bette Midler, Barry Manilow, and others launched their careers performing to naked gay men.

George Santos' replacement: What you need to know about the New York election today

Tuesday's special election looks to be a close race between Democrat Tom Suozzi and Republican Mazi Pilip.

Cecilia Gentili, trans activist, actress, and author, has died at 52

Gentili worked for the rights of trans people and others, and was an actress on Pose and an award-winning author.

Former president of The Messenger accused of using antigay slur toward editor in chief

Richard Beckman, who was president of the now-defunct news website, frequently verbally abused his staff, former employees say. He denies it.

Meet Mike Ruiz, the celebrity photographer capturing Hollywood through a gay lens

With his camera, Ruiz has left an undeniable mark on pop culture!

An NYC musician lost his son to fentanyl. Now, he's honoring him with an LGBTQ+ benefit show

Musician Rich Pagano is honoring his son's legacy with a benefit concert for the Nic Pagano Scholarship Fund, which helps LGBTQ+ people pay for addiction treatment.

Madonna pays tribute to two heroes of the AIDS crisis during NYC show

The Queen of Pop saluted nurses Ellen Matzer and Valery Hughes, who were in the audience at Madison Square Garden, calling them heroes and angels who stepped up when few others would.

7 images of ACT UP NY taking to the streets at a queer Palestine rally saying ‘SILENCE=DEATH’

As the death toll in Gaza continues to climb, the prominent AIDS activist group is using its platforms to demand an end to the violence.

Barry Manilow reminisces about early gay bathhouse performances with Bette Midler

The formative performances at gay bathhouses helped launch the careers of both superstars.

57 celebratory pics from the first-ever Stonewall Inn Brick Awards Gala

The inaugural event featured a ton of stars from the LGBTQ+ community. Check out the night in the images here.

Carla Smith Looks to Continue Life of Service as CEO of New York LGBT Community Center

Smith will succeed Glennda Testone, who's leaving the center after 14 years.

5 Facts About the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade

While it’s had some mishaps along the way, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade has still managed to go on almost every year for nearly a century.