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Finding Truth, Power, and Humor in the Intergalactic Bathhouse of ‘Syrian Soap’

Taking the audience on a dynamic, interactive journey through time and space, this performance invites its viewers to reflect on…

Noor Aldayeh

9 Hours

MOVIE FEATURES

‘Tropical Park’ Paints a Real Portrait of Queer Miami

The film dives into familiar terrain to anyone queer with a Latin family, from capitalism…

Juan Barquin

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May 4, 2026

collage of movies you can stream in the UK

MOVIE LISTS

10 Gay Films You Can Stream Free in the UK (BBC, ITV, Channel 4)

From familiar classics to unfamiliar new discoveries, here’s what you could be watching on the…

Sally

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Apr 29, 2026

LGBT BOOK REVIEWS

‘Fat Swim’ and the Work of Having a Body

We are peeking into Philly neighborhoods, into their windows.

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Apr 28, 2026

movie features

‘Tropical Park’ Paints a Real Portrait of Queer Miami

The film dives into familiar terrain to anyone queer with a Latin family, from capitalism and public transit to familial obligation and gender/sexuality.

Juan Barquin

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May 4, 2026

movie lists

10 Gay Films You Can Stream Free in the UK (BBC, ITV, Channel 4)

From familiar classics to unfamiliar new discoveries, here’s what you could be watching on the BBC, ITV or Channel 4 right this minute!

Sally

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Apr 29, 2026

lgbt book reviews

‘Fat Swim’ and the Work of Having a Body

We are peeking into Philly neighborhoods, into their windows.

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Apr 28, 2026

The Latest

Finding Truth, Power, and Humor in the Intergalactic Bathhouse of ‘Syrian Soap’

Theater

9 Hours

Lola Tung To Star in Kelley O’Hara’s Sapphic Soccer Film

News

May 4, 2026

‘Tropical Park’ Paints a Real Portrait of Queer Miami

Film

May 4, 2026

‘Saturn Returning’ Explores Loves More Complex Than Romance

Literature

May 4, 2026

Quiz: Which Lesbian Arts and Crafts Are You?

Games

May 3, 2026

A graphic of a three black and white portraits of Adrian, a smiling white nonbinary person with short hair, against a bright yellow and green background. The portrait on the far right is whole, while the two graphics on the left are increasingly faded and glitched as you move left.

politics + activism

Future Present: Perfectionism Is a Trap; Embracing Messiness Lets Us Be Whole

A pandemic is a perfect time to unlearn perfectionism. We have so many chances to practice saying no. We have ongoing motivation to work on directing our anger and action…

Adrian

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Aug 20, 2020

television

My Top 10 Television Shows: Ro White, Who Loves Scary Women

You can scroll through my top ten shows and know exactly who I am and who I’ve been — a consistently queer, formerly goth, recovering musical theater nerd with a…

Ro White

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Aug 20, 2020

A Black woman in flannel holding a box with a small plant on top of it. Half-packed boxes are in the background because she is in the process of moving.

house & garden

How to Move During a Pandemic

Moving during a pandemic is hard, but you can do it and we’re here to tell you how! We love you! Be safe!! WEAR A MASK!!!!!

Ari

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Aug 20, 2020

Amity and Luz dancing together in the Disney Channel animated series, Owl House.

television

“The Owl House” Is Your Bisexual Fantasy Nerd Dream Come True

I don’t usually insist that you watch the TV shows I write about — but queer nerds, I am truly going to have to press you to give this one a…

Heather Hogan

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Aug 19, 2020

The team shares a giggle together. From left to right, Kamala, Laneia, Carmen, Riese, Sarah and Rachel all wear pretty darn happy expressions.

af+

Some Answers to Some Things You’ve Been Asking Us #31

How do non-D&D Discords even work?!

The Editors

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Aug 19, 2020

Toni and Cheryl from Riverdale stand beside each other with their hands over their hearts.

pop culture fix

Pop Culture Fix: “Riverdale” Boss Promises Queens Toni and Cheryl Will Reign Supreme Next Season

Ellen ousts three producers, how Mulan will work on Disney+, A Black Lady Sketch Show’s historic impact, and more!

Heather Hogan

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Aug 19, 2020

love + sex

Is That a Secure Attachment or Are You Just Happy to See Me: All About Our Attachment Styles

“Wow I’m making myself sound so fucked up! I promise I got 30 whole percent in secure attachment.”

the team

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Aug 19, 2020

Janelle Monae lounges in water in a small bathing suit. Her hair floats around her in the aqua marine water that dances against her skin.

celebrities (vapid fluff)

No Filter: Janelle Monáe Is the Mermaid of Your Dreams

Janelle Monáe makes water look so good. Also, Samira Wiley is the wife you’ve been waiting for, Leisha Hailey’s cat (!!), and Trace Lysette wears a t-shirt better than most…

Christina Tucker

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Aug 19, 2020