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He Feared Coming Out. Now this Pastor Wants to Help Black Churches Become as Welcoming as his Own

He Feared Coming Out. Now this Pastor Wants to Help Black Churches Become as Welcoming as his Own

NEWS | By Darren Sands | May 17

After coming out as gay to his congregation in 2015, Rev. Brandon Thomas Crowley has now written a book called "Queering the Black Church." He hopes it can serve as a guide for other congregations to be "open and affirming" to LGBTQ+ people.

Atlanta Cop Charged with Killing his Lyft Driver Who he Thought was 'in a Gay Fraternity and Trying to Recruit' him

Atlanta Cop Charged with Killing his Lyft Driver Who he Thought was 'in a Gay Fraternity and Trying to Recruit' him

NEWS | May 17

An Atlanta police officer who shot and killed a Lyft driver who was driving him home was arrested and charged with murder, authorities said.

Transgender Girl Faces Discrimination from a Mississippi School's Dress Code, ACLU Says

Transgender Girl Faces Discrimination from a Mississippi School's Dress Code, ACLU Says

NEWS | May 17

A transgender girl from Mississippi's Gulf Coast who wanted to wear a dress to a regional band event was discriminated against when her school insisted she follow a dress code based on her sex assigned at birth, according to a new civil rights complaint.

'GMA' Host DeMarco Morgan's Thirst-trappy IG Under Fire by ABC Honchos

'GMA' Host DeMarco Morgan's Thirst-trappy IG Under Fire by ABC Honchos

CULTURE | May 16

DeMarco Morgan's package has gotten him in trouble.

Watch: The Gays Have Questions About Yung Miami's 'The Gays' Merchandise

Watch: The Gays Have Questions About Yung Miami's 'The Gays' Merchandise

CULTURE | By Emell Adolphus | May 16

Rapper Yung Miami has released a capsule collection targeting LGBTQ+ consumers with proceeds to benefit GLAAD.

Milo Yiannopoulos Has Reportedly Dumped Kanye West Over Yeezy Porn Plans

Milo Yiannopoulos Has Reportedly Dumped Kanye West Over Yeezy Porn Plans

CULTURE | By Emell Adolphus | May 16

The controversial ex-Breitbart editor was reportedly serving as Yeezy's chief of staff.

HBO's 'Gaga Chromatica Ball' Gets Free NYC Screening on June 3

HBO's 'Gaga Chromatica Ball' Gets Free NYC Screening on June 3

CULTURE | May 16

Newfest, Rooftop Films, The Meatpacking District, and Max have joined forces to host a free outdoor screening of HBO® original concert special "Gaga Chromatica Ball," June 3 on Gansevoort Plaza in New York City.

NFL Distances Itself from Chiefs Kicker Harrison Butker's Homophobic Speech

NFL Distances Itself from Chiefs Kicker Harrison Butker's Homophobic Speech

NEWS | By Kilian Melloy | May 16

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.

EDGE Interview: The Queer Men with Fangs Are Back! 'Interview with the Vampire' Cast Spills the Blood

EDGE Interview: The Queer Men with Fangs Are Back! 'Interview with the Vampire' Cast Spills the Blood

CULTURE | By Kilian Melloy | May 16

If you've been yearning for more "creature of the night" drama featuring immortal lovers Louis and Lestat, take heart; your thirst is about to be quenched, as Season 2 of AMC's brilliant reinvention of Anne Rice's "Interview with the Vampire," is back.

Get to Know LGBTQ+ Social Media Star Matt Bernstein (@mattxiv)

Get to Know LGBTQ+ Social Media Star Matt Bernstein (@mattxiv)

CULTURE | By Shawn Laib | May 16

One of the most vital LGBTQ+ voices on social media today belongs to Matt Bernstein. Get to know the how the outspoken star uses his platform with some of his best posts.

News

As Countries Tighten Anti-Gay Laws, More and More LGBTQ+ Migrants Seek Safety and Asylum in Europe

As Countries Tighten Anti-Gay Laws, More and More LGBTQ+ Migrants Seek Safety and Asylum in Europe

NEWS | By Veronica Andrea Sauchelli, Maria Grazia Murru and Giada Zampano | May 16

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 in to police because she was gay.

Culture

EDGE Interview: How About Some BETTY Pride?

EDGE Interview: How About Some BETTY Pride?

CULTURE | By Nicholas Dussault | May 16

The indie rock pop trio BETTY celebrates 38 years making music with a new anthem, "Pride." EDGE spoke to the group about their amazing longevity and success.

Pride

In Progressive Argentina, the LGBTQ+ Community Says President Milei Has Turned Back the Clock

In Progressive Argentina, the LGBTQ+ Community Says President Milei Has Turned Back the Clock

PRIDE | By Débora Rey | May 12

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 President Javier Milei entered office and began slashing public spending.

Nightlife

GLAAD Media Awards NYC :: May 11, 2024

GLAAD Media Awards NYC :: May 11, 2024

MEDIA | May 13

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 pics!