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This Might Be The Most Important Moment Ever To Fight Rape On Campus

Let’s talk about the ways women, communities and even institutions are responding to the situation in ways that can bring us hope.

Adrian December 10, 2014 5 Comments
Christmas

Holigay Gift Guide: Fat, Plus Size, Chubby and Thick Fashion for You or a Friend

Is “Fatshion” still a thing we’re saying? Either way, here’s some cool clothes to add to your wishlist.

Mey December 10, 2014 23 Comments
Playlists

Holigay Playlist: Winter Blues, Meet Winter Tunes

Here are some songs about the winter blues, and then a bunch to make them better.

Carmen December 10, 2014 13 Comments
TV Show Recaps

The Fosters Episode 211 Recap: Cotton-Headed Ninnymoggins

Stef almost Stefs-up Christmas, but Lena swoops in to save the day.

Heather Hogan December 9, 2014 11 Comments
Christmas

Holigay Gift Guide 2014: Everybody Must Get Stoned

For smokers and the people who love them.

Carmen December 9, 2014 19 Comments
Sex

Bedroom Bloodsport: Navigating Unexpected Blood in Sexy Situations

Dating is a bloodsport unto itself, but for me it’s gotten too real — two too many times. Here’s some advice from my bleeding heart to yours on how to deal if you ever find yourself in a sexy bloody situation.

Coco Layne December 9, 2014 31 Comments
Geekery

Drawn to Comics: 25 Queer and Trans Women Comic Creators to Support this Holigay Season!

Only YOU can make sure queer and trans women are able to keep making comics.

Mey December 9, 2014 18 Comments
First Person

Hate Actually: Can the Holigays Heal a Gay Grinch’s Heart?

I didn’t always hate Christmas.

Heather Hogan December 9, 2014 64 Comments
Christmas Pets & Animals

Holiday Gift Guide for Your Furry (or Feathered or Scaly) Friend

Just because they have no concept of holidays or human cultural traditions doesn’t mean your pets wouldn’t enjoy a special treat for the holigays.

KaeLyn December 9, 2014 27 Comments
Christmas Recipes

Get Baked: Marranitos and Pan Dulce for the Holidays

What’s Christmas morning without some amazingly delicious Mexican baked goods?

Mey December 9, 2014 12 Comments
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45 Festive Cookie Recipes to Kickstart Your Holiday Cheer

Because it would be a shame to have to drink hot cocoa all by itself.

Rachel December 8, 2014 23 Comments
TV News & Trailers

Pretty Little Liars and The Fosters Got You Lesbians in Pajamas for Christmas This Year

Paige McCullers in Santa Boxers is just the right mix of naughty and nice.

Heather Hogan December 8, 2014 11 Comments
Christmas

Holiday Gift Guide: You’ve Convinced Us You’re An Actual Adult

At first they’ll think it’s weird but then they’ll admit they’ve been thinking about getting it for three years.

Brittani December 8, 2014 46 Comments
Christmas Crafts & DIY Projects

Homespun Love: Glue Together a Rad Magnetic Tie Clip

Today we’re starting with something easy: glue.

Laura December 8, 2014 10 Comments
Music

The Curious Case of Alex Parks, the Celesbian Who Briefly Was

Chasing the UK’s once-promising lesbian pop star around the the place she’s least likely to be found: the internet.

fonseca December 8, 2014 35 Comments
Christmas

A Do-It-Yourself Guide to Gifts For Your Long-Distance Love

These crafty creations will help you bridge the physical gap with your long-distance love this holiday season.

Kaitlyn December 8, 2014 23 Comments
Politics + Activism

The QTPOC Speakeasy: On Community Care During Times of Civil Unrest

“It’s so important to do what makes you feel centered and strong again as a QTPOC trying to deal with this country right now. It would have taken Herculean levels of self-care to come close to what one Speakeasy Google Hangout did for me last night.”

The Speakeasy December 7, 2014 23 Comments
Society + Culture

Sunday Funday Supports Gay Kids, Trans Kids, and Your Holiday Mom (As Always)

The holigay season is in full stride, but I’ve got enough happy news to completely rejuvenate you after that killer shopping sesh at the mall.

Carmen December 7, 2014 14 Comments
NSFW Sunday

NSFW Lesbosexy Sunday Is Just Outside Of Town, Is Making Her Way Down

Defining solo polyamory, new porn laws in the UK, talking more about sex, making long distance relationships last and more!

Ryan Yates December 7, 2014 13 Comments
Community

NEW MERCH: “Vapid Fluff” Tote Bags Are Here For #LezBiBuy Day!

It’s a holiday miracle because we have more Scissoring Sweatshirts and two completely new things: A+ Gift Memberships and Vapid Fluff Totes!

Alex December 6, 2014 11 Comments
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