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The viral holding space moment with Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande was just one of dozens of interviews in which queer journalist Tracy E. Gilchrist held space with actors, artists, and activists in 2024.

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Freemasons, gay men, and corrupt elites in Cameroon — inside a conspiracy theory

A new book explores an ongoing conspiracy theory in Cameroon and neighboring Gabon that corrupt elites spread homosexuality through their connections to secret orders like the Freemasons.

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Cate Blanchett on man buns, giant female brains, & skewering powerful sexists in 'Rumours'

Rumours stars Cate Blanchett and Denis Ménochet chat with The Advocate about how the satirical film nails perceptions of women in power.

Gay Rumors Led Teen to Suicide

Hugh Jackman's Wife Blasts 'Mean-Spirited' Gay Rumors

Deborra-Lee Furness has had it with the speculative coverage.

Former Brit Footballer Says Gay Rumors Sidelined Career

Gay MP to Media Back Off

Last Christmas, George Michael Went Solo

Colleagues Criticize Hague for Gay Denial

Lavender marriages: What queer unions and relationships can teach us about love and safety

Historically, lavender marriages refer to unions — often between two consenting LGBT+ individuals — formed as a way of concealing same-sex attraction in a society where being openly queer could mean social ostracism, career ruin or even criminalization.

Church Under Investigation by the Vatican for Sex Party Claims

The same priest supposedly behind the party was under investigation for child sex abuse.

Rumors on WhatsApp Incite Mob to Kill Trans Woman in India

Messages on the app wrongly claim that transgender people are involved in child trafficking.

5 Ways You Can Show Your Solidarity on World AIDS Day

Here are some ways you can put on your red ribbon and make World AIDS Day count.

How this queer writer held space for Wicked, Challengers, Love Lies Bleeding, and more in 2024

The viral holding space moment with Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande was just one of dozens of interviews in which queer journalist Tracy E. Gilchrist held space with actors, artists, and activists in 2024.

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LGBTQ+ Rights Activist Stopped in Qatar Ahead of World Cup

British activist Peter Tatchell says he was stopped for holding the first pro-LGBTQ+ protest in any Gulf state.

Freemasons, gay men, and corrupt elites in Cameroon — inside a conspiracy theory

A new book explores an ongoing conspiracy theory in Cameroon and neighboring Gabon that corrupt elites spread homosexuality through their connections to secret orders like the Freemasons.

Kristen Stewart Outed By Her Super-Supportive Mom

The Twilight actress has fallen for her personal assistant, her mother tells a London newspaper.

‘Drag Race All Stars 7’ Is Coming With the Ultimate Cash Prize

This season is a clash of the titans with former Drag Race champs returning to compete for hundreds of thousands of dollars and the title of "Queen of All Queens."

31 Period Films of Lesbians and Bi Women in Love That Will Take You Back

For viewers who prefer to time travel with a good love story about queer women, there are plenty of options.

HIV and AIDS: The Highs and Lows of 2018

Climbing mountains, then falling off the other side: This year's efforts in the fight against HIV saw victories and defeats.

Hot Sheet for March 15, 2013

The top 10 entertainment highlights on our gaydar this week: Andy Dick returns to TV and promises "fun," Justin Timberlake returns to music and promises an "experience."

The Stories Behind 4 Gay New Orleans Landmarks

Just in time for Southern Decadence, historian Frank Perez tells us the tales of vibrant gay New Orleans.

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Rumours stars Cate Blanchett and Denis Ménochet chat with The Advocate about how the satirical film nails perceptions of women in power.

Deborra-Lee Furness has had it with the speculative coverage.

Historically, lavender marriages refer to unions — often between two consenting LGBT+ individuals — formed as a way of concealing same-sex attraction in a society where being openly queer could mean social ostracism, career ruin or even criminalization.

The same priest supposedly behind the party was under investigation for child sex abuse.

Messages on the app wrongly claim that transgender people are involved in child trafficking.

Here are some ways you can put on your red ribbon and make World AIDS Day count.

The viral holding space moment with Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande was just one of dozens of interviews in which queer journalist Tracy E. Gilchrist held space with actors, artists, and activists in 2024.

British activist Peter Tatchell says he was stopped for holding the first pro-LGBTQ+ protest in any Gulf state.

A new book explores an ongoing conspiracy theory in Cameroon and neighboring Gabon that corrupt elites spread homosexuality through their connections to secret orders like the Freemasons.

The Twilight actress has fallen for her personal assistant, her mother tells a London newspaper.

This season is a clash of the titans with former Drag Race champs returning to compete for hundreds of thousands of dollars and the title of "Queen of All Queens."

For viewers who prefer to time travel with a good love story about queer women, there are plenty of options.

Climbing mountains, then falling off the other side: This year's efforts in the fight against HIV saw victories and defeats.

The top 10 entertainment highlights on our gaydar this week: Andy Dick returns to TV and promises "fun," Justin Timberlake returns to music and promises an "experience."

Just in time for Southern Decadence, historian Frank Perez tells us the tales of vibrant gay New Orleans.