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A surprise multi-million dollar donation from the Stevens Family has saved San Francisco's Oasis nightclub from permanent closure, allowing it to remain temporarily open while negotiations for ownership and future programming continue, preserving a vital LGBTQ+ cultural space.
A surprise multi-million dollar donation from the Stevens Family has saved San Francisco's Oasis nightclub from permanent closure, allowing it to remain temporarily open while negotiations for ownership and future programming continue, preserving a vital LGBTQ+ cultural space.
A surprise multi-million dollar donation from the Stevens Family has saved San Francisco's Oasis nightclub from permanent closure, allowing it to remain temporarily open while negotiations for ownership and future programming continue, preserving a vital LGBTQ+ cultural space.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show celebrates its 50th anniversary with ongoing midnight screenings that foster community, self-discovery, and LGBTQ+ pride, despite some modern criticisms of its outdated content. The film's tradition of audience participation and its role as a space for outsiders to find belonging remain central to its enduring popularity.
The Florida Transportation Department has repeatedly painted over a rainbow crosswalk in Orlando, a memorial for the Pulse nightclub shooting victims, citing safety and regulatory concerns, despite ongoing protests and community efforts to restore it as a symbol of LGBTQ pride.
Dupont Circle Park in Washington D.C. will be closed from Thursday to Sunday during Pride celebrations due to security concerns, despite local opposition. The closure was requested by U.S. Park Police citing potential vandalism and disorderly conduct, although city officials initially opposed the move. The decision highlights tensions between security measures and the community's historic gathering spot for the LGBTQ+ community amid broader national challenges to Pride events.
The U.S. has seen an increase in mpox cases, prompting efforts to prevent a summer surge similar to 2022. The CDC reported nearly double the rate of cases in the first quarter of 2024 compared to the same period last year. Health experts are calling for targeted action and increased communication efforts to address immunization disparities, particularly among the LGBTQ community. The "Summer of Pride" initiative will continue into 2024, focusing on mpox vaccinations and highlighting disparities among Black and Latino men. Bavarian Nordic's Jynneos vaccine is now commercially available in the U.S., expanding access for patients.
USWNT interim manager Twila Kilgore stated that midfielder Korbin Albert, who faced backlash for her social media activity, is available for the upcoming SheBelieves Cup despite sharing content that appeared to support anti-LGBTQIA+ sentiments. Kilgore emphasized the team's commitment to respect and inclusion, acknowledging internal conversations about the issue while affirming Albert's availability to play. The incidents come as Albert takes on a more prominent role in the team, with her actions drawing criticism from teammates and fans, prompting an apology from Albert for causing hurt and offense.
USWNT teammates Lindsey Horan and Alex Morgan address teammate Korbin Albert's anti-LGBTQIA+ social media posts, expressing disappointment and emphasizing the team's commitment to maintaining a safe and respectful space. Albert, a rising star for both club and country, apologized for her actions and is currently in camp with the USWNT. The team has had internal discussions about the situation, and Horan and Morgan reiterated their dedication to using their platform to highlight important causes.
Two men have been charged with distributing a fentanyl and heroin mixture that led to the death of transgender activist Cecilia Gentili. Michael Kuilan and Antonio Venti are accused of supplying and selling the drugs to Gentili, who was found dead in her Brooklyn home on Feb. 6. If found guilty, they could face life in prison. Gentili, a prominent figure in the LGBTQ community, served as the managing director of policy at Gay Men’s Health Crisis and founded Trans Equity Consulting. Her death has sparked an outpouring of support and remembrance from the LGBTQ activist community.
Rachel Crandall-Crocker, the founder of International Transgender Day of Visibility, reflects on the success of the movement 15 years after its inception. The day, celebrated on March 31, aims to prioritize joy and community for the transgender and nonbinary community. Despite increasing restrictions on trans rights in the U.S., the day has gained international recognition, with events organized worldwide. Crandall-Crocker, who has Tourette syndrome, emphasizes that one does not have to be perfect to make a difference in the world.
At the Human Rights Campaign gala in Los Angeles, Jean Smart and Sterling K. Brown were honored for their LGBTQ allyship, with Smart receiving the National Equality Award and Brown receiving the Ally for Equality Award. First Lady Dr. Jill Biden delivered the keynote speech, emphasizing the importance of LGBTQ rights and praising the progress made under President Biden's administration. The event also saw a brief interruption by protestors calling for a Gaza ceasefire, but the evening's overarching theme centered on the importance of voting and continuing to push forward for LGBTQ rights.
A Drag Queen Story Hour event at the Lancaster Public Library was canceled due to a suspicious package and multiple bomb threats, causing chaos and disrupting the downtown scene. The event, meant to be a fun and educational story time for children, resulted in threats to personal and public safety, mobilizing law enforcement and sparking controversy.
Russian authorities have arrested employees of a gay club in Orenburg in the country’s first criminal “extremism” case against members of the LGBTQ+ community, with the art director and bar manager facing up to 10 years in prison if found guilty of “organizing extremist activities.” The arrests come after nationalist, pro-war activists assisted law enforcement agencies in raiding the club on suspicion of spreading “LGBT propaganda,” sparking criticism from Amnesty International and concerns from human rights activists.
"RuPaul's Drag Race" alum Shangela, also known as Darius Jeremy Pierce, is facing accusations of sexual assault from five individuals, all of whom identify as queer and have either participated in drag shows or watched. The allegations include instances of non-consensual sexual activity and taking advantage of intoxicated individuals. Shangela's attorney has denied the allegations, claiming any sexual activity was consensual. The accusations come about 10 months after a production assistant accused Shangela of rape, leading to a settlement in February.