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'X-Men '97's creator opens up about how Pulse & other real-world tragedies inspired the latest episode

Beau DeMayo has broken his silence on social media and is giving insight to the creation of the popular animated series.

Here's why soccer fans are booing USWNT player Korbin Albert

Even Korbin Albert's teammates are distancing themselves from the player in light of her social media posts mocking queer people.

FBI responds to spate of bomb threats against Planet Fitness after right-wing transphobic campaign

Chaya Raichik, the right-wing extremist behind the account, has been targeting the gym chain over its inclusive stance on transgender members.

Elon Musk uses burner accounts on X, doesn’t fact-check: report

Since buying Twitter, the billionaire has acted eratically on his rebranded social media platform.

Trans woman assailed during Kanye West's Rolling Loud set beats back 'bullies' (exclusive)

Blu Linares recently told The Advocate about her reaction to the viral video of her assault, and the moments leading up to it.

After alleged neo-Nazi named, X updates doxxing policy; now many Libs of TikTok posts violate it

A quiet update to the company's prohibition on releasing people's private information without their permission appears to complicate things for the account that constantly targets people.

Elon Musk's X reinstates transgender Harvard lawyer's account after suspension

Libs of TikTok celebrated the suspension, but on Wednesday, Alejandra Caraballo’s X account had been reinstated but was locked.

Elon Musk’s X bans transgender Harvard lawyer for naming a neo-Nazi

Alejandra Caraballo says X is protecting right-wing extremists and silencing transgender voices.

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GLAAD urges action over Meta’s ongoing neglect of moderating anti-trans hate

The LGBTQ+ advocacy group is criticizing Meta for continuing to allow anti-trans content on its platforms without effective moderation.

LGBTQ+ TikTokers: Banning app will 'eliminate' online communities & activism (exclusive)

LGBTQ+ TikTokers are warning that a ban on the app would have a "disproportionate effect on the queer community."

The House voted to ban TikTok. Here's what that could mean for you.

The bill now heads to the Senate, where it faces steep hurdles to getting passed.

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.

Watch Libs of TikTok’s Chaya Raichik exposed in stunning, cringe-worthy interview

Washington Post columnist Taylor Lorenz allowed the right-wing extremist to show how little she knows about LGBTQ+ issues, even as she rallies people against queer people.

Elon Musk demands users stop ‘deadnaming’ Twitter after Stephen King trolls the billionaire

In a recent clash on social media, Elon Musk accused Stephen King of ‘deadnaming’ the platform formerly known as Twitter, now X.

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A small-town cafe said it would use a queer magazine as 'kindling.' The community hit back

The publisher of SUS magazine and several community members are speaking out after a hateful incident at a Sisters Coffee Company cafe.

Maine Democrats bail on bill making state sanctuary for trans people amid far-right uproar

Seemingly influenced by a significant online campaign led by Libs of TikTok’s Chaya Raichik, Maine legislators voted against a bill addressing gender-affirming care for minors.

A transgender TikToker’s tips on how to embrace masculinity without the toxicity

The Advocate spoke with viral TikTok star Leo Macallan on transitioning, masculinity, and just being yourself.

Out Florida lawmaker defends bill banning kids from social media

LGBTQ+ advocates day the ban would harm queer youth's access to information, but state Rep. Michele Rayner says the harms outweigh the benefits of social media.

LGBTQ+ people have been arrested through social media. Meta must protect them, says human rights groups

Human Rights Watch and other LGBTQ+ rights groups are calling on Meta to prevent social media from being used against queer people, particularly in places where their identities are criminalized.