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The Philadelphia Gay News is the area’s largest and oldest publication targeted to the le***an, gay, bis*xual and transgender community. Started in 1976, we strive to focus on and promote businesses and populations within our community to engender mutual success. This includes publishing special issues to highlight areas such as marriage, pets and health, as well as tackling sensitive issues like LGBT su***de and homelessness.

"One of the most radical and revolutionary aspects of q***r love — be it platonic, romantic or community love — is that ...
08/10/2025

"One of the most radical and revolutionary aspects of q***r love — be it platonic, romantic or community love — is that we are connected through the people who came before us and fought battles," said Nolan.

Kathryn Nolan’s novel, “Thrill of the Chase,” has an intrepid bis*xual reporter trying to find a famed le***an treasure hunter in Santa Fe.

“If I build it, the le***ans will come,” said Liz, the festival's founder, about her mindset five years ago.
08/09/2025

“If I build it, the le***ans will come,” said Liz, the festival's founder, about her mindset five years ago.

“This is the year to come,” said Liz, founder of Lezapalooza — an event that has evolved into the region's biggest outdoor festival for sapphics.

Don't miss today's LGBTQ+ pool party hosted by Philadelphia Parks & Rec! Prefer the beach? There's also a meet-up happen...
08/09/2025

Don't miss today's LGBTQ+ pool party hosted by Philadelphia Parks & Rec! Prefer the beach? There's also a meet-up happening in Rehoboth -- and lots more happening the rest of the summer.

If you’re craving some time by the water, splash around at these upcoming LGBTQ+ events to keep your body cool.

"While mpox may not be in the headlines as often as it used to be, it hasn’t gone away," writes Scott Bertani.
08/08/2025

"While mpox may not be in the headlines as often as it used to be, it hasn’t gone away," writes Scott Bertani.

Globally, the concern surrounding mpox is growing. As a matter of fact, it isn’t gone as virus and continues to spread in Africa.

This move by Democrats is called “breaking quorum,” and means the Texas House has fewer than the required minimum number...
08/08/2025

This move by Democrats is called “breaking quorum,” and means the Texas House has fewer than the required minimum number of representatives present to conduct business.

More than 50 House Democrats left Texas on Sunday, in an attempt to pause recent anti-trans measures making their way through the state House.

At 42, the performer and activist — who previously captured our attention on “Big Brother” in 2014, as the flamboyant Fr...
08/08/2025

At 42, the performer and activist — who previously captured our attention on “Big Brother” in 2014, as the flamboyant Frankini on Nickelodeon, and through his advocacy work with GLAAD — has finally found his sound.

With ‘Hotel Rock Bottom,’ Frankie Grande channels sobriety, s*x and sister Ariana’s support into bold q***r anthems.

"My characters are on a journey together to unearth a mystery," said Nolan. "Working on this novel, I learned more about...
08/07/2025

"My characters are on a journey together to unearth a mystery," said Nolan. "Working on this novel, I learned more about treasure hunting. It is about extraction; people finding things and claiming them."

Kathryn Nolan’s novel, “Thrill of the Chase,” has an intrepid bis*xual reporter trying to find a famed le***an treasure hunter in Santa Fe.

Seventeen Democratic officials from a variety of states filed suit against the Trump administration in federal court on ...
08/07/2025

Seventeen Democratic officials from a variety of states filed suit against the Trump administration in federal court on Aug. 1, accusing it of unlawfully intimidating health care providers into stopping gender-affirming care for transgender youth.

Seventeen Democratic officials from a variety of states filed suit against the Trump administration in federal court on Aug. 1.

A shift in approach to IDEA funding is more likely a tool of manipulation — pitting the parents and guardians of two vul...
08/07/2025

A shift in approach to IDEA funding is more likely a tool of manipulation — pitting the parents and guardians of two vulnerable groups of students against each other.

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act cuts key services and redefines s*x narrowly, endangering LGBTQ+ rights and other areas.

“The work I’m doing for this project began out of my studies of q***r and trans topics within the Torah,” said Mat Wilso...
08/07/2025

“The work I’m doing for this project began out of my studies of q***r and trans topics within the Torah,” said Mat Wilson — a rabbinical student at the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College about their work on the Disability Torah Project.

“The work I’m doing for [the Disability Torah Project] began out of my studies of q***r and trans topics within the Torah,” said Mat Wilson.

If you’re craving some time by the water, splash around at these upcoming LGBTQ+ events to keep your body cool. Just don...
08/06/2025

If you’re craving some time by the water, splash around at these upcoming LGBTQ+ events to keep your body cool. Just don’t forget your towel and sunscreen!

If you’re craving some time by the water, splash around at these upcoming LGBTQ+ events to keep your body cool.

"Although Penn continues to state that it is committed to 'ensuring a respectful and welcoming environment for all of ou...
08/06/2025

"Although Penn continues to state that it is committed to 'ensuring a respectful and welcoming environment for all of our students,' its actions belie this commitment — and could potentially make other students less safe," writes the leadership team at Philadelphia Science Action.

We at Philadelphia Science Action oppose Penn’s anti-science move. Sign our open letter for trans athletes and inclusion.

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