Thursday, Apr 18, 2024

LGBTQ+ TOP STORIES Thursday, Apr 18, 2024

Protests, Heightened Terror Threat Mean Tight Security at Eurovision Song Contest in Sweden

Protests, Heightened Terror Threat Mean Tight Security at Eurovision Song Contest in Sweden

Security will be tight during next month's Eurovision Song Contest in Malmo, police said Wednesday, citing demonstrations that could lead to unrests and a heightened threat of terrorism.

by Jan M. Olsen | 9 hours ago

News

Southern California City Council Gives a Key Approval for Disneyland Expansion Plan
Southern California City Council Gives a Key Approval for Disneyland Expansion Plan

Visitors to Disney's California parks could one day walk through the snow-covered hamlet of Arendelle from "Frozen" or the bustling, critter-filled metropolis...

by Amy Taxin | 8 hours ago

Idaho's Ban on Youth Gender-Affirming Care has Families Desperately Scrambling for Solutions
Idaho's Ban on Youth Gender-Affirming Care has Families Desperately Scrambling for Solutions

Idaho parents are desperate to find solutions after their trans children lost access to the gender-affirming care they were receiving, thanks to the U.S....

by Claire Rush | Apr 17

Culture

Dates Set for Charli XCX & Troye Sivan Present: Sweat Tour this Fall
Dates Set for Charli XCX & Troye Sivan Present: Sweat Tour this Fall

Longtime music collaborators and pop icon pioneers Charli XCX and Troye Sivan are teaming up once again for their highly anticipated 2024 co-headline arena...

Apr 17

We're Entering the Era of the 'SoftJock.' What will this Mean for Gay Men?
We're Entering the Era of the 'SoftJock.' What will this Mean for Gay Men?

A new era is ushering in the launch of the "Softjock."

by Jake Myers | Apr 17

Pride

Out Swimmer Dan Jervis Is Going to the Paris 2024 Olympics
Out Swimmer Dan Jervis Is Going to the Paris 2024 Olympics

Jervis' family and partner were reportedly in attendance to see the moment.

by Emell Adolphus | Apr 11

Gallup: LGBTQ+ Identities Are Up in the U.S.
Gallup: LGBTQ+ Identities Are Up in the U.S.

LGBTQ+ identification continues to rise, up from 5.6% four years ago and 3.5% in 2012.

by Emell Adolphus | Apr 7

Media

The Center Dinner @ Cipriani Wall Street :: April 11, 2024
The Center Dinner @ Cipriani Wall Street :: April 11, 2024

The NYC LGBTQ Center held its annual gala, Center Dinner, at Cipriani Wall Street, welcoming their new CEO, Dr. Carla Smith. Jean Paul Gaultier and The Eagle...

by Wilsonmodels | Apr 13

EDGE Fast 5 :: April 12, 2024
EDGE Fast 5 :: April 12, 2024

This month, there is a wide array of inclusive queer films and shows available for streaming. Grab your popcorn, cozy up on the couch, and take a Fast 5 with...

Apr 8