Ari Shapiro, gay co-host of All Things Considered, is leaving NPR
The celebrated journalist, singer, and author joined NPR 25 years ago as an intern.
August 20, 2025
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Destinations: When in Portland
America's stealth hot spot, Portland, Ore., has been transformed from a sleepy industrial city into a hub for musicians, artists and foodies seeking refuge from the stress of the East Coast and the high prices of California. Modest Mouse, the Dandy Warhols, the Decemberists and Pink Martini all call Portland home, as do filmmakers Todd Haynes and Gus Van Sant.
June 9, 2008
Ted Nugent Seated Next to Gay Liberal at State of the Union
The conservative firebrand, who threatened the president's life at one point, somehow got an invite to the SOTU.
February 13, 2013
Emilio Delgado, Sesame Street's Luis and LGBTQ+ Ally, Has Died
Delgado was a social justice activist who had recently joined the board of the Bayard Rustin Center.
March 12, 2022
NPR reverses course after advising Ari Shapiro to skip Pride event
NPR has been under increased fire from the Trump administration and fellow Republicans, with some looking to defund the network entirely.
March 15, 2025
Shanghai Nightlife
Beijing, Shanghai, and provincial capitals nationwide have growing queer scenes where you'll find gay clubs, gay saunas, and even gay yoga classes. Shanghai even has its own bear bar (Chinese bears are affectionately known as "pandas"). What helps China's gay men and lesbians -- known as tongzhi, or comrades -- is that there is little antigay religious sentiment; gay bashing is almost unheard of. Even China's home-fostered religions, Taoism and Buddhism, are tolerant of same-sex love.
June 1, 2009
Sky High Pride: Unveiling New York City’s Top LGBTQ-Friendly Rooftop Bars
Just in time for rooftop season, discover the best views and vibes in NYC's queer-friendly sky lounges.
June 5, 2023
All Aboard the Pink Flight
Advocate film critic Kyle Buchanan braves the Kathy Griffin-hosted Pink Flight on Air New Zealand and lives to tell a few tales.
February 29, 2008
Finding the Wowie in Maui
Squeezing in romance, adventure, and turtle sightings during a trip to Hawaii's sweet spot.
March 5, 2018
Paper Trail: Just your average gay psychic
What's it like for a gay man with a special gift to glean the secrets of his clients as a means to help them get their lives in order? A new memoir offers a first-person look at the life of one of the nation's leading professional psychics
April 1, 2005
Upcoming gay and lesbian cruises through March 2008
The big-ship cruise companies continue to span the globe from the wondrous Galapagos Islands to the best of the Caribbean and the Mediterranean with unique, one-of-a-kind high-seas adventures for gay men and lesbians. Sail on with this comprehensive guide from The Out Traveler.
June 27, 2007
Grace and Frankie’s San Diego
The artsy enclave of La Jolla deserves all the attention it gets.
September 12, 2017
Cobblestones, castles, and culture: Your LGBTQ+ guide to Edinburgh
Discover where to stay, eat, sip, and celebrate queer culture in Scotland’s capital.
April 30, 2025
10 Sexy Gifts for Your Slutty Friends
The latest lubes, sex toys, and erotic photo books for your friends' holiday pleasure.
December 20, 2013
5 Recipes to Spice Up Your Gay Oscars Party
Out chef Susan Feniger provides recipes for cocktails and hors d'oeuvres to impress guests.
March 1, 2018
Do Cry for Me Argentina
Even when a trip doesn't go exactly right, it can still be a perfect escape.
January 3, 2014
29 Great Gifts for Mother's Day
It's not too late to get your one-of-a-kind mom something fun, inappropriate, or selfish (like a self-help book on not smothering your kid). Here are 29 suggestions.
May 9, 2013