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Politics · July 14, 2026

Rachel Maddow says ICE shooting scenes raise questions as Maine and Texas deaths draw scrutiny

The MS NOW commentator criticized the handling of the Biddeford, Maine, shooting and said the lack of a secured scene could undermine accountability.

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News · Jul 13

Trans student Micah Leroy says Meta banned his accounts after anti-trans backlash

Micah Leroy, a transgender University of Minnesota student with cerebral palsy, says Instagram and Facebook removed his accounts after a shirtless post about top surgery drew abuse and reports from conservative critics.

Film · Jul 13

Deleted museum post appears to point to Connor Storrie role in Sarah Polley’s 'The Bell Jar'

A now-removed social media post from a Canadian historic site named Connor Storrie alongside Billie Eilish, adding to speculation about the cast of the film adaptation.

Politics · Jul 12

How a revived study is being used in a push against marriage equality

A 2012 paper by sociologist Mark Regnerus is back in circulation as opponents of Obergefell v. Hodges seek to cast doubt on same-gender parenting.

Entertainment · Jul 9

Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams’ off-screen bond keeps drawing attention

The Heated Rivalry co-stars have been pressed into the spotlight by the show’s success, but they have described themselves as close friends who want to keep parts of that relationship private.

News · Jul 9

Hochul's Fire Island restoration and HIV access gains share the same logic, Tristan Schukraft says

The MISTR founder argues that New York's coastal repair work and expanded HIV prevention policies both reflect long-term investment in LGBTQ+ communities.

Law & Courts · Jul 8

Canadian far-right party leader charged over rainbow crosswalk vandalism

Amrit Birring and Errol Povah were formally charged after a video showed black spray paint being used on a Surrey rainbow crossing.

Politics · Jul 8

Viral Trump Tower Pride clip spotlights gay MAGA support for anti-LGBTQ+ claims

A social media video from outside Trump Tower has drawn attention to a tense exchange over trans rights, HIV funding and workplace protections.

News · Jul 7

Pentagon data shows record erectile dysfunction prescriptions to troops in 2025

Newly released figures show more than 108,000 prescriptions were dispensed to active-duty personnel last year, even as the military continues to bar gender-affirming care for trans service members.

Crime & Safety · Jul 2

USPS employee accused of threatening Lubbock Pride in FBI case

Michael Thompson, from Clovis, New Mexico, was arrested after investigators said he posted and deleted comments threatening violence against a Pride event in Texas.

Crime & Safety · Jul 2

Mexican authorities identify missing US gay couple among four found in mass grave

Officials say Zafar Mawani and Guillermo Hidalgo Ortiz were discovered after bodies were found in La Marquesa National Park near Mexico City. The case comes amid the country’s broader missing persons crisis.

Culture · Jul 1

WNBA Star Faces Death Threats

When the court gets dangerous! ⚡️ Alyssa Thomas is calling out the WNBA for not protecting players after receiving threats over an on-court incident. 🏀💔