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Transgender Day of Remembrance: What it is and how to observe it

Transgender Day of Remembrance honors those we've lost while celebrating what they've accomplished.

It's Transgender Awareness Week — Here's How to Observe It

It's a time to highlight the challenges trans people face and what they've overcome -- and to participate in a national survey.

Large Group of 'Bisexual' Dolphins Observed in Australia

Bottlenose dolphins have long been known to exhibit homosexual behavior, but this large gathering of same-sex activity has scientists bi-curious.

The Enduring Love, Exquisite Observations of Don Bachardy

On the occasion of the publication of his new monograph, Hollywood, we talk with Don Bachardy on the rigors of observing people and of the creation of self.

Trump administration won't observe World AIDS Day

A directive from the State Department assures that 2025 will be different from 2024, when President Biden hosted the first display of AIDS Memorial Quilt panels at the White House.

Transgender Awareness Week: Why It Matters and How to Observe It

The week highlights not only the challenges faced by trans people but also their resilience and joy.

How You Can Observe World AIDS Day

You can remember those we've lost and vow to carry on the fight through candelight vigils, receptions, memorial dedications, and even a Facebook filter.

WATCH: U.S. Navy Observes First Gay Homecoming Kiss

It was "like any other kiss," said Thomas Sawicki, who became the first male member of the U.S. Navy to smooch a partner of the same sex in the traditional ceremony.

The Charlotte Observer Ends 25-Year Streak of Endorsing Pat McCrory

North Carolina's largest newspaper cites to the governor's support of transphobic legislation as a reason why the state has lost its "stature."

As We Observe Our 25th Anniversary, the Trevor Project Reflects on a Tough Year

Amid an increasingly vitriolic anti-LGBTQ movement and internal challenges, we have been tested like never before. But nothing will stop our mission of ending suicide among LGBTQ youth, writes Gina Muñoz.

California Becomes First State to Declare Transgender History Month

It will be observed in August, beginning next year.

Majority of Americans Support LGBTQ+ Youth, GLAAD's First Spirit Day Index Finds

GLAAD commissioned the poll for this year's observance of Spirit Day.

Does This George Takei Story Really Clear His Name?

A writer at The Observer claims Takei was misunderstood, not malicious.

Could John Roberts Vote for Marriage Equality?

Some observers think the conservative chief justice will be in the pro-equality column this time around.

Who won the VP debate? Here's what news outlets are saying

JD Vance is getting praise for his tone, but observers are also noting his lies.

How Queer People Can Reclaim Holiday Rituals

No matter what holiday you observe, there are ways to celebrate the end of this trash-fire year.

Online Interfaith Memorial Service Will Honor Holidays, Mourn Losses

Organized by HRC, the service will observe Easter and Passover while memorializing victims of the current pandemic.

Time to Reclaim Lent

This transgender minister has an idea on how to make the observance of Lent relevant to the 21st century.