On June 7, 2025, Trevor Preisel sought to support his local LGBTQ+ community in New Castle, PA, 26 miles outside Pittsburgh. Preisel hosted New Castle’s ...
Content warning: This story contains references to self harm. When people talk about surviving suicide, they usually describe waking up in a hospital room or ...
The sheer bravery of the patients, activists, and healthcare providers during the HIV crisis
Volunteers stepped up to provide critical support
For the first time in nearly four decades, the U.S. government will not formally recognize World AIDS Day on December 1 in a move that has sparked outrage among public health advocates and LGBTQ+ communities. According to an internal email ...
Originally published by our partners at The19th on November 24, 2025. In 2016, anti-LGBTQ+ extremists broke into the apartment of Bangladesh’s only LGBTQ+ magazine editor, Xulhaz ...
Dear Community, Together, we have rallied to support our trans siblings, our non-binary and gender non-conforming identities, with special recognition to all people of color. ...
On a recent episode of the hilarious podcast “Las Culturistas,” hosted by comedian Matt Rogers and “SNL” cast member Bowen Yang, guest Jennifer Lawrence dropped ...
The Oakland neighborhood just got a little more colorful and a lot more welcoming. On Tuesday, local officials, developers, and community members gathered to cut ...
From entrepreneurs and artists to public servants and environmental innovators, the 2025 My Business My Pride Gala by the Three Rivers Business Alliance spotlighted some of the region’s most impactful LGBTQ+ changemakers. Full list of the honorees link in bio.
Got holiday trauma? Let queer comedians talk you through it (badly) at `No Straight Answers: Holiday Edition` on Thursday, December 18, benefiting the @pghequalitycenter Full event details link in bio
In "Lydia Lydia Lydia," you will be charmed by the tales of Lydia B Kollins and Ava Grace. The photography is stunning. There are sizzling photos of the drag superstar wearing bright, bold costumes. It’s easy to see why Lydia B Kollins rose quickly through the annals of drag diva competitions to become an All-Star. Full review of the book link in bio.
Last summer, New Castle had its first-ever Pride. Now, that spark has grown into a full-blown community, with @ncprisminitiative Hosting support groups, drag nights, book clubs, food pantry, a sanctuary for trans folks. Small town, Big Pride! Read the full article link in bio.
Nebby Nick took to the ice with @pittsburghlgbtqhockey and yes, there was twirling involved. From full pads to fierce moves, this queer-friendly hockey team is proving that anyone can show up, gear up, and be part of the game, no experience needed. @nebbynick
