Melissa Sinaly

Parents can now opt kids out of LGBTQ+ story lessons, leaving many to fear the future of classroom inclusivity.

A record-breaking Pride in Budapest sends a powerful message of defiance, unity, and hope.

In a powerful win for equality, an Indian court ruled that trans women must be fully recognized and protected as women under the law.

San Francisco’s queer-run bookstore Booksmith has pulled the Harry Potter series, citing J.K. Rowling’s financial backing of anti-trans lawsuits.

Six teens slashed Pride flags near a beloved Atlanta gay bar just days before the end of Pride month.

Broadway stars and five U.S. senators joined forces for a powerful Pride protest concert at the Kennedy Center after Trump shut down the originally planned event.

A wave of 2025 legislation is reshaping family law to reflect the realities—and rights—of LGBTQ+ parents.

As Hungary tightens laws against LGBTQ+ expression, Budapest’s mayor redefined Pride as city business—and refused to back down.

In a devastating decision, SCOTUS has upheld Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care for trans youth.

If she wins, López would become Colombia’s first female president and only the third openly lesbian head of government globally.

Three women risked their lives for this country. Pete Hegseth praised them—until he found out they’re trans.

European court finally condemns Czech Republic for forced sterilization of trans people.

From Lisbon to its coastal surf towns, Portugal offers queer travelers a relaxed escape—and, for some, a place to call home.

Massachusetts is investigating possible civil rights violations in a case that could reshape how LGBTQ+ protections are enforced in public spaces.

Lambda Legal just raised $285 million ($105 million over its goal) to fight the relentless tidal wave of anti-LGBTQ+ laws across the U.S.

In Romania, where homosexuality was illegal until 2001, 30,000 people just marched in the country’s biggest Pride ever.

At WorldPride in D.C., Yasmin Finney called trans existence a miracle—and she’s proving it every day through joy, truth, and undeniable talent.

Broadway didn’t just celebrate queer talent at the Tonys this year, it crowned it.

The India court made it clear: family isn’t just defined by marriage or blood, but can also be determined by choice.

Historic win for nonbinary rights: Puerto Rico’s Supreme Court just ruled that birth certificates must allow an “X” gender marker. A major step toward visibility and dignity for LGBTQ+ communities on the island.

Hungary’s new anti-LGBTQ+ laws spark legal action, domestic protests, and condemnation from 17 nations. Pride organizers are pressing on.

Imane Khelif has been barred from pro-boxing events unless she undergoes a mandatory test to determine her sex.

Liam Morrison, a middle school student in MA, loses fight to wear “Only Two Genders” shirt in school.

In response to her frustration with major platforms, J.Zakira Wise has launched a new queer-owned app.

Naomi Watts and daughter Kai step into the spotlight to show what fierce, familial allyship for trans youth really looks like.

Sesame Street is preserving LGBTQ+ stories, its families stories, and the representation children need.

Climbers unfurled a massive trans pride flag on El Capitan to make their message unmissable: See us? We belong.

The NEW Pride Agenda led a rally to close legal gaps in LGBTQ+ healthcare and reproductive rights in Albany on Monday.

This past weekend, Paris unveiled a stunning new memorial for LGBTQ+ victims.

As federal support for LGBTQ+ youth is threatened, Washington’s PFLAG walk shows how community care is a form of resistance.

Lithuania inches forward toward major progress to protect same sex couples in committed relationships.

Lauren Chan just made queer history, in a bikini.

There is already a waitlist at the first ever D.C. communal living space for elder LGBTQ+ residents to age in a supportive, affirming environment. Read more at the link.

The National Rainbow College Fund is stepping up to provide LGBTQ+ youth (closeted or out) financial scholarships.

Will the first American Pope, Leo XIV welcome the LGBTQ+ community? Here’s what to expect.

After years of trying, and what is long overdue, queer veterans in the UK are paid for the years of service and work stolen from them for simply existing.