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Politics

Trump orders NIH to study gender transition ‘regret.’ Here's what we already know about it

Trump wants to study transgender people's "regret," but people are more likely to regret having children than gender-affirming surgery.

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Health

People are more likely to regret having children than gender-affirming surgery: study

Other operations, "while associated with higher rates of post-operative regret, are not as restricted and policed like gender-affirming surgery," a new study found.

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Health

What is gender-affirming care, who uses it, and do they regret it?

Gender-affirming care is banned for transgender youth when it's mainly cisgender people who use it, and when it has a significantly lower regret rate than all other major surgeries, tattoos, and children.

The ultimate first-timer’s guide to island hopping in French Polynesia

Travel

French Polynesia LGBTQ+ island hopping guide

Discover hidden gems, LGBTQ+-friendly activities, exquisite hotels, and thrilling adventures as you uncover the magic of The Islands of Tahiti.

Law

Utah City Must Let Drag Show Go On, Judge Rules

Attempts to keep a drag troupe from holding a show in a public park most likely violated the First Amendment, says a federal judge.

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major life events

People are more likely to regret having children than gender-affirming surgery: study

Other operations, "while associated with higher rates of post-operative regret, are not as restricted and policed like gender-affirming surgery," a new study found.

Pa. School Silent on Trans Teen's Bid for Homecoming King

School administrators told Kasey Caron and his family that they plan to take no action regarding his request to be listed on the male ballot for homecoming king.

The Real Talk You Need About Your Finances Before Getting Married

Maybe this will be the year you tie the knot. Are you ready to also tie your finances together?

The Next Year Is Going to Get Even Uglier. Courage Won't Be Optional

As FDR stated, we must battle fear, like the kind Trump is hoping will get him reelected and out of jail.

Oped The Somber History of Transgender Day of Remembrance

Speak Now: Prop. 8 Decision Will Pave Way for National Marriage Victory

In this excerpt from his new book, Speak Now: Marriage Equality on Trial, Kenji Yoshino says the case against California's Proposition 8 was the first time antigay prejudice was put on trial -- and lost.

How Society Contributes to LGBT Mental Disorders

Health experts say our higher rates of depression and anxiety are a reaction to a hostile world, especially the onslaught of anti-LGBT legislation. It's not completely hopeless, though.

Let Gypsy Entertain You

With the release of the 1962 film version of Gypsy on Blu-ray, there's no reason not to kick back and let the gay-beloved musical entertain you. Ann Jillian recalls making the movie.

14 Events in LGBT History That Deserve Films

The Advocate asked the filmmakers at Outfest for the LGBT people, events, and stories they would love to capture for the silver screen.

French Polynesia LGBTQ+ island hopping guide

Discover hidden gems, LGBTQ+-friendly activities, exquisite hotels, and thrilling adventures as you uncover the magic of The Islands of Tahiti.

Utah City Must Let Drag Show Go On, Judge Rules

Attempts to keep a drag troupe from holding a show in a public park most likely violated the First Amendment, says a federal judge.

Liz Taylor's Publicist, a Pioneering AIDS Activist, Is Remembered

Legendary press agent Charlie Cinnamon is honored in a new exhibit that highlights his groundbreaking HIV work.

LGBTQ+ youth of color predict shorter lives than their white peers: report

While the majority of LGBTQ+ youth expect to live to age 35, a new report from the Trevor Project reveals alarming similarities among those who don't.

'My So-Called Life' Has 'Heartfelt, Overdue' Digital Reunion

Wilson Cruz, who played the groundbreaking gay character Rickie Vasquez, shared details from the special Zoom meeting.

Jacob Caswell Wins Nonbinary Division in NYC Marathon

They also took home $5,000, the first time the NYC Marathon awarded cash prizes for nonbinary division winners.

Depression 101

Famed Creative Artists Agency Signs Advocate Owner Equalpride as Client

CAA will identify and create opportunities for the company in a variety of areas.

Backyard Slights Are Pulling Us Down

Microaggressions are those barely-there slights, they're the many tiny slights that grate across our days.

Pastor Leads Boycott Against Houston

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major life events

Trump wants to study transgender people's "regret," but people are more likely to regret having children than gender-affirming surgery.

Other operations, "while associated with higher rates of post-operative regret, are not as restricted and policed like gender-affirming surgery," a new study found.

Gender-affirming care is banned for transgender youth when it's mainly cisgender people who use it, and when it has a significantly lower regret rate than all other major surgeries, tattoos, and children.

School administrators told Kasey Caron and his family that they plan to take no action regarding his request to be listed on the male ballot for homecoming king.

Maybe this will be the year you tie the knot. Are you ready to also tie your finances together?

As FDR stated, we must battle fear, like the kind Trump is hoping will get him reelected and out of jail.

In this excerpt from his new book, Speak Now: Marriage Equality on Trial, Kenji Yoshino says the case against California's Proposition 8 was the first time antigay prejudice was put on trial -- and lost.

Health experts say our higher rates of depression and anxiety are a reaction to a hostile world, especially the onslaught of anti-LGBT legislation. It's not completely hopeless, though.

With the release of the 1962 film version of Gypsy on Blu-ray, there's no reason not to kick back and let the gay-beloved musical entertain you. Ann Jillian recalls making the movie.

The Advocate asked the filmmakers at Outfest for the LGBT people, events, and stories they would love to capture for the silver screen.

Discover hidden gems, LGBTQ+-friendly activities, exquisite hotels, and thrilling adventures as you uncover the magic of The Islands of Tahiti.

Attempts to keep a drag troupe from holding a show in a public park most likely violated the First Amendment, says a federal judge.

Legendary press agent Charlie Cinnamon is honored in a new exhibit that highlights his groundbreaking HIV work.

While the majority of LGBTQ+ youth expect to live to age 35, a new report from the Trevor Project reveals alarming similarities among those who don't.

Wilson Cruz, who played the groundbreaking gay character Rickie Vasquez, shared details from the special Zoom meeting.

They also took home $5,000, the first time the NYC Marathon awarded cash prizes for nonbinary division winners.

CAA will identify and create opportunities for the company in a variety of areas.

Microaggressions are those barely-there slights, they're the many tiny slights that grate across our days.