Stories, pride, and voices from the LGBTQ community.
Stories, pride, and voices from the LGBTQ community.
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Even years after the conclusion of the Harry Potter story, in many ways we've still never left Hogwarts, and author JK Rowling has been only too happy to fill in some of the gaps in our knowledge of the wizarding world. We've had Pottermore to tell us more about the…
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We live in a world where people's understanding of gender identity is changing by the day. The binary, which is defined by the sex we are assigned at birth, is no longer being strictly adhered to. In fact, there are now a total of 71 gender identities to choose from…
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More and more people are turning to polyamory as a lifestyle these days, although many people might not know what this form of sexuality actually entails. For those who have never heard the term before, polyamory refers to the desire for intimate relationships with more than one partner, with the…
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It's an unfortunate fact that many transgender people face suspicion, hostility, doubt, and rejection from society at large, as a result of their identity. Indeed, this kind of societal prejudice can often make romance and dating that much harder. But this week, a transgender woman's tweet went viral, after she…
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A waitress from Fort Wayne, Indiana, has recently gone viral after posting a Facebook status about a homophobic comment made to her by a customer. Michele Crider had just finished servicing two customers at the Dash-In restaurant that she works in, when she found a surprising note. One of the…
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Wyley Simpson, a 28-year-old transgender man from Texas, discovered he was pregnant in February 2018. The news came as a surprise, since he had been undergoing hormone therapy for six years. While taking testosterone, his body experienced a slew of changes, and doctors said he would be unable to get…
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Conversations surrounding gender and sex have exploded in the last decade or so. With each passing day, more and more people feel comfortable enough to either identify as 'gender neutral' or adopt a gender neutral lifestyle. This means they do not associate with policies, language, and other social norms that…
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Ginny Seaboy and Julia James have the distinction of being the world's first legally-married transgender couple. The couple first met back in 2009 on an online forum for trans people, and discovered they had an immediate connection. They went on a date near to Ginny's work, and married a year…
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Miley Cyrus is always admirably candid and forthcoming in discussing her own sexuality. The 26-year-old singer has lived most of her life in the public eye, from her days starring in Hannah Montana, to her wildly successful pop career, which has veered from Wrecking Balls to stripped back covers of…
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Jareth Nebula wants to raise awareness for those who feel like they're from another planet - and officially identifies as a genderless alien. Nebula, 33, was born female, but transitioned to male when they were 29 years old, changing their name to Jareth (inspired by David Bowie's character in the…
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It has been rumoured for several weeks that Ariana Grande was set to headline Manchester Pride this year, but since it has been confirmed, the news has had its fair share of detractors. Now, she's had to step in and defend herself, addressing the community and what some believe is…
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Miley Cyrus left fans gobsmacked when she got hitched to Liam Hemsworth in a secret ceremony the weekend before Christmas. But no matter how old-fashioned you might think the whole white dress, exchange of rings thing was, the singer is here to tell you that it wasn't traditional in any…
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While most of us would like to live in a world where homophobia is a thing of the past, that's sadly not the case. A survey cited by The Guardian last year found that, even in 2018, large numbers of the LGBTQ+ community in the UK were being offered conversion…
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The LGBTQ+ community has made huge strides towards increased representation in recent years. Now, sexuality is no longer a barrier when it comes to making your love legally binding throughout the US, and people are slowly but surely beginning to realize that gender exists on a spectrum, with many insurance companies…
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Lieutenant Colonel B is one of many LGBT+ individuals serving in the United States military. For years, the Don't Ask, Don't Tell policy forced many queer soldiers and armed forces personnel to keep quiet about their true orientation, out of fear of reprisal and career-ending homophobia. However, this culture of…
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It's one thing to be accepting of someone when they reveal to you that they are transgender, but it's another to know exactly how to support them. Heather Lundberg Green, from Louisville, Kentucky, was faced with this problem when her son, Adrian, told her that he was trans, hoping to…
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An area of Toronto called Church and Wellesley stands as a testament to Canada’s inclusive culture and progressive politics. Street signs are adorned in rainbow colours, bars with names like “Flash”, “Sailor” and “Buddies” stay open late and, during Gay Pride weekend, the area’s vibrancy and sense of celebration invades…
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Flirting - everybody does it. Some people are naturals at it, smooth-talking their way to countless hearts, but, for a lot of people, it is an awkward and embarrassing experience. In the age of dating apps and websites, being good at flirting is an almost vital skill to possesses if…
