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Transgender rights are under attack not just in the U.S., but around the world: study

While recognition of gender identity has increased significantly in the past two decades, so has the criminalization of transgender people, a new study shows.

How Gay Were America's Presidents? A Ranking

Pete Buttigieg said gay men have already occupied the West Wing. Looking at these presidential facts, we'd have to agree.

Dinah Shore Vegas Turns Up the Heat

Thousands of lesbians will descend on Las Vegas this weekend for Truck Stop Girlz and Caesars Total Rewards's Dinah Shore Vegas celebration.

Gay Leaders Urge Orbitz to Drop Fox News Ads

Orbitz CEO Barney Harford was asked to stop advertising on Fox News.

The Businesses That Stand Up for LGBTQ Customers

In an era where business owners feel they can choose who to serve, one campaign is telling LGBTQ consumers which businesses have our backs. 

Welcoming workplaces

In 2005 a record number of Fortune 500 companies are offering protections to gay and lesbian workers and their spouses. Here are 10 shining examples of the best employers

Virginia Is for Lovers, Even LGBTQ+ Ones

The commonwealth and its capital city have pushed for greater LGBTQ+ rights in recent years. However, advocates are concerned its new GOP governor could erode the progress made.

Obsessing Over Trump’s Hideous Mug Shot

Abnormality is the new normal in a news cycle spinning out of control.

Was Bob Dole an LGBTQ+ Ally?

Probably not, but he should go down in history as one of American democracy's most notorious defenders.

Gay dream hotels

The Advocate's sister site OutTraveler.com takes us around the world to show us the globe's best homes away from home.

Op-ed: When an Artist You Love Doesn't Love You Back

When an artist you love says 'you suck' -- hello, Lauryn Hill -- can you still listen to them?

Hot Sheet: Week of June 7

This week's installment of what's hot in books, music, DVDs, film, and theater includes Maya Rudolph, a controversial film from Singapore, and a smart look at barebacking.

Where to Never Shop This Holiday Season

Which companies support LGBT people and which ones don't?

Lee Lynch and Lori Lake on Lesbian Mystery, Police Raids, and Fairy Godmothers

Legendary literary pioneer Lee Lynch and mystery novelist Lori L. Lake wax poetic about creating compelling characters, writing for a mainstream audience, and the importance of those lesbian scribes who came before them.

The Brains Behind 'Husbands'

Creators Jane Espenson and Brad Bell talk archetypes, identity, and honorary lesbians.

Eight LGBT Leaders Sound Off on Trans Issues

Eight leaders in LGBT advocacy give their thoughts on what 2013 meant for transgender rights, and what 2014 might bring.

Caesars Entertainment and Total Rewards

No matter what you're into, we have you covered.

The Year's 10 Best Transgender Non-Fiction Books

Trans non-fiction writing has had a banner year, exploring love, sexuality, and family in deep and refreshing ways. Read about 10 of the best new offerings.

The Top 175 Essential Films of All Time for LGBT Viewers

What is the most essential movie ever for LGBT viewers? There can be only one. We've made our pick, and now you can vote on Facebook and Twitter in a "Clash of the Classics!"