Controversy brews on Bluesky over anti-trans interloper ban
Jesse Singal’s anti-trans views have made him the most blocked user on Bluesky, but that's not enough for some LGBTQ+ users seeking a post-X safe space.
December 13, 2024
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LGBTQ+ Youth Often Come Out on a Dating App First, Tinder Study Finds
Tinder has also unveiled new profile stickers for queer users and allies.
June 1, 2023
OKCupid Unveils New Options for Gender, Sexuality
The popular dating site will now allow a select group of users to choose from a wide range of new queer identifiers.
November 18, 2014
Batwoman's Ruby Rose 'Didn't Care' LGBTQ Twitter Hated Her Casting
Some Twitter users were outraged when Rose was cast as Batwoman, with many alleging the out performer isn't queer enough for the role.
September 30, 2019
TikTok to Ban Transphobic and Misogynistic Harassment on Its Platform
After years of calls for harassment protection for its queer and trans users, TikTok is banning misgendering, deadnaming, misogyny, and conversion therapy content on the popular video-sharing app.
February 8, 2022
Gay Cofounders of LGBT Youth App Named to Forbes' 30 Under 30 List
Distinc.tt cofounders Thomas McAfee and Michael Belkin came in at lucky #13.
January 4, 2016
Grindr Employees to Unionize Amid the Rise in Anti-LGBTQ+ Legislation, Tech Layoffs
Workers also are cautious after Grindr's new CEO was found to have supported anti-LGBTQ+ politicians in the past.
July 20, 2023
Study: 1 in 3 LGBTQ Adults Believe a Formal Coming-Out Is Unnecessary
Tinder released a survey of its users that shows the impact of growing acceptance.
May 13, 2019
Grindr Accused of Union Busting: Report
Workers have been faced with a choice of returning to the office or stop working for Grindr.
August 11, 2023
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
Grindr's LGBTQ Publication Apologizes for Ariana Grande Hit Piece
An article that called a music video transphobic and racist "did not meet the editorial guidelines we created," Into's editor in chief admitted.
December 4, 2018
'Arthur' Kicks Off Season With Gay Wedding
Mr. Ratburn, Arthur's teacher, married his same-sex partner on the children's show.
May 14, 2019
U.K. to Allow More Queer Men to Donate Blood, Bans PrEP Users
The change comes after recommendations from a commission formed by the NHS.
June 14, 2021
White House Pride Flag Display Enrages Right-Wingers
They falsely claimed it was a “U.S. Flag Code violation.”
June 13, 2023
Being Asian and transmasculine was ‘a revolutionary act.’ Now he’s a model for what’s possible.
At 61, Willy Chang Wilkinson has always tried to take care of his community — from HIV prevention to helping the next generation of AAPI transgender men.
June 5, 2024
Florida 'Vote Trump or Else' Email Claims to Be From Proud Boys
A queer voter who received the threatening email shared it with the state's largest LGBTQ+ rights group, which is calling for a federal investigation.
October 20, 2020
Grindr, Scruff, and Lex Respond to COVID-19 With Warnings and Humor
Queer dating and hookup apps are issuing advisories and health guidelines to users.
March 13, 2020
Lesbian & Bi Women Are Losing It Over This Viral Faux Coachella Meme
Coachella has gotten pretty queer over the years, but it's nothing compared to the lineup one Twitter user has lesbian and bi women fantasizing about.
January 3, 2019
Holiday Guide: Shop Here, Not There!
Which companies support LGBT people and which ones don't?
December 1, 2014
Bye-bye, AI: Why I'm quitting Grindr for good
Back on the dating market, the Last Call columnist finds a few reasons to unplug from technology.
January 27, 2025
Instagram Is Blocking LGBTQ+ Accounts: Report
Some queer content creators report receiving notifications that their content was “non-recommendable.”