LGBTQ+ TOP STORIES Thursday, May 16, 2024
NFL Distances Itself from Chiefs Kicker Harrison Butker's Homophobic Speech
The NFL swiftly put daylight between itself and a graduation speech at a conservative Catholic college by Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker that was decried as homophobic and misogynistic.
News
As Countries Tighten Anti-Gay Laws, More and More LGBTQ+ Migrants Seek Safety and Asylum in Europe
Ella Anthony knew it was time to leave her native Nigeria when she escaped an abusive, forced marriage only to face angry relatives who threatened to turn her...
Is J.K. Rowling Up to Her Transphobic Trolling Tricks?
In her latest transphobic trick, the "Harry Potter" author has been using her social media reach to bully a transgender football manager, comparing her to a...
Culture
How Tom Pelphrey Got his BDE on Netflix's 'A Man in Full'
In "Judgement Day," the sixth and final part of the adaptation of Tom Wolfe's 1998 novel "A Man in Full," there is a scene that caught virtually viewer...
Thirst Trap of the Day: Shawn Mendes and Pal Get Handsy with a Broom
Shawn Mendes has causing a stir on social media lately, teasing new music and showing off his bod.
Pride
In Progressive Argentina, the LGBTQ+ Community Says President Milei Has Turned Back the Clock
When Luana Salva got her first formal job after years of prostitution, she was ecstatic. Yet just months after Salva got her first paycheck, right-wing...
Target to Reduce Number of Stores Carrying Pride-Themed Merchandise after Last Year's Backlash
Target confirmed that it won't be carrying its LGBTQ+ merchandise for Pride month in June in some stores after the discount retailer received backlash last year...
Media
GLAAD Media Awards NYC :: May 11, 2024
The 35th annual GLAAD Media Awards honored members of the media for fair, accurate, and inclusive representations of queer people. EDGE was there! Check out the...
A Place At The Table :: May 9, 2024
Over 1000 community leaders and allies gathered for "A Place At The Table," Ali Forney Center's yearly fundraising gala. EDGE was there! Check out the pics!
