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History and Hypocrisy: What the "Gay" Ear Piercing Means Today

7 hours ago

History and Hypocrisy: What the "Gay" Ear Piercing Means Today

These days, seldom does a trend stick around for longer than a few weeks before a neologism replaces the one before it, permeating the halls of TikTok or Instagram and causing all of us to second-guess what was once considered mainstream — only to then swap a coveted wardrobe staple for the latest passing fad.

Jonathan Van Ness Shouldn't Have to Defend Trans Rights; Here's What You Need to Know

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Jonathan Van Ness Shouldn't Have to Defend Trans Rights; Here's What You Need to Know

"I'm emotionally exhausted."

"Heartstopper" Season 3 Is Officially in Production: What to Know

10/02/2023

"Heartstopper" Season 3 Is Officially in Production: What to Know

Watch out!

Alice Wu's "Saving Face" Told a Queer Asian Story When It Was Far From the Mainstream

10/01/2023

Alice Wu's "Saving Face" Told a Queer Asian Story When It Was Far From the Mainstream

This LGBTQ+ History Month, we're asking writers to reflect on a moment in queer pop culture history that has allowed them to experience queer liberation in their own lives.

I Went 11 Years Without Having Sober Sex — but When I Did, It Was Mind-Blowing

09/26/2023

I Went 11 Years Without Having Sober Sex — but When I Did, It Was Mind-Blowing

Welcome to Good Sex, POPSUGAR's twice-monthly essay series featuring people's hottest, horniest experiences.

I'm Pansexual, and Here's What I Want You to Know

09/22/2023

I'm Pansexual, and Here's What I Want You to Know

The first time I came out to my parents was in 2013.

Matt Bomer and Jonathan Bailey's Chemistry Is Off the Charts in "Fellow Travelers" Teaser

09/20/2023

Matt Bomer and Jonathan Bailey's Chemistry Is Off the Charts in "Fellow Travelers" Teaser

Jonathan Bailey and Matt Bomer's romantic period drama already has us swooning, and it's not even out yet.

The "Cassandro" Biopic Celebrates Queer Liberation in Lucha Libre Culture

09/19/2023

The "Cassandro" Biopic Celebrates Queer Liberation in Lucha Libre Culture

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The "Our Flag Means Death" Season 2 Trailer Is Here — Watch It Now

09/14/2023

The "Our Flag Means Death" Season 2 Trailer Is Here — Watch It Now

A pirate's life isn't all that it's cut out to be.

How Pegging Someone Helped Me Heal My Sexual Trauma and Embrace My Gender Identity

09/12/2023

How Pegging Someone Helped Me Heal My Sexual Trauma and Embrace My Gender Identity

Welcome to Good Sex, POPSUGAR's twice-monthly essay series featuring people's hottest, horniest experiences.

53 LGBTQ+ Movies Spanning Centuries and Genres

08/27/2023

53 LGBTQ+ Movies Spanning Centuries and Genres

Whether you're in the mood for a thoughtful and serious drama, a fun and lighthearted comedy, or a documentary deep dive into real history, there are a ton of movies that focus on LGBTQ+ characters, storylines, experiences, and themes.

7 Strap-Ons That Are Both Comfy and Pleasurable

08/22/2023

7 Strap-Ons That Are Both Comfy and Pleasurable

If you want your vulva-owning partner to penetrate you hands-free, it's time for you to invest in a strap-on dildo.