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What is RedNote? The TikTok alternative that doesn't allow showing skin or LGBTQ+ content

With heavy censorship of bodies and LGBTQ+ topics, RedNote might not be everything TikTok refugees are seeking.

Supreme Court upholds ban on TikTok, ruling against a freedom of speech argument

The Biden administration has said it would not enforce the law when it takes effect on Sunday, and it's unclear what the incoming Trump administration will do.

Will TikTok go dark? Will Trump enforce the ban? Here's what to know

U.S.-based users will no longer be able to download or use the popular short-form video platform as of Jan. 19.

LGBTQ+ people’s safety has plummeted across social media platforms: report

The 2025 Social Media Safety Index from GLAAD reveals widespread failures by major tech platforms to protect LGBTQ+ users.

Chinese police arrest dozens of gay erotica writers in pornography crackdown

Attorneys in China claim between 30 and 50 writers have been arrested this year for writing gay erotica.

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.

Libs of TikTok seemingly ejected from emerging social media platform Bluesky

The account which has targeted LGBTQ+ people again and again appears to be suspended from the hot new online place to be.

V Spehar reflects on 4 years of ‘Under the Desk News,’ the TikTok ban & tension with traditional media

The journalist and content creator sat down with The Advocate on the anniversary of creating their popular social media account.

Florida Young Man Says He Was Fired From Job Because He's Gay

Justin Olmo shared the ordeal on TikTok, sparking online discussion on workplace discrimination.

D.C. Library Pride Display Causes Outrage Among Right-Wing Authors, Influencers

They spew anger and hate but a few rainbows got them all out of sorts.

The Difficult Task of Defusing Misogynistic Influencers' Messages

(CNN) Combating this dangerous phenomenon requires muscle on multiple fronts.

How Dating Apps ‘Ruined Dating’ for Some

As people get tired of swiping, there are also increasing efforts to circumvent those platforms.

What LGBTQ+ people should know about Meta’s new rules

Exploring the consequences of rolling back Instagram and Facebook’s content moderation policies.

12 far-right influencers targeting the LGBTQ+ community

These right-wing extremists have targeted Pride events, DEI programs, and drag queens.

Trump’s lies about an assassination order provide a dangerous undercurrent to the upcoming election

How much worse can Trump get if he stooped so low to lie about someone wanting to kill him?

Who Will Be at the Third Republican Presidential Debate?

Five Republican contenders for the party's nomination for president will take to the stage Wednesday night. All of them have lackluster LGBTQ+ rights records. Let's see what homophobic or transphobic comments are said tonight.

The U.K.'s Labour Party abandoned trans people. Here's what American Dems can learn

Opinion: Democrats, there is no “middle ground” on equal rights. Take it from U.K. Labour, writes S. Baum.

Here are the victories for transgender people's rights in 2024

2024 was a historically difficult year for transgender people, but there were some major victories. Erin Reed lists the biggest ones here.