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Filmmaker Revisits Case that Challenged Her and Her 2 Moms
Ry Russo-Young knew she had a story worth hearing, but it was one she was struggling to tell.
A Match Made on Tinder: Gay Newlywed Donates Kidney to His Husband
A married couple in Denver turned out to be matches for an organ transplant as well as soul mates: "It just feels like it was meant to be."
Tennessee Gay Couple, Turned Away by Wedding Venue, Get Support, Plenty of Options
A gay couple in Tennessee who were bounced by a wedding venue because they are both men have been flooded with offers of wedding services at a discount since their story hit the news.
Pfizer Says COVID-19 Vaccine Works in Kids Ages 5-11
Pfizer said Monday its COVID-19 vaccine works for children ages 5 to 11 and that it will seek U.S. authorization for this age group soon -- a key step toward beginning vaccinations for youngsters.
Same-Sex Couple Sues Aetna Over Fertility Treatment's 'LGBTQ+ Tax'
Aetna is being sued by a lesbian couple who allege discrimination because the company requires higher out-of-pocket expenditures before covering fertility treatment for non-heterosexuals.
He's Gay, but Mormon Husband & Wife Say They're Happy
When devout Mormon Nicholas Applegate came out as gay, it was in order to be up front with Jordan, the woman he was marrying. The couple say it doesn't matter; they are happy.
Pete and Chasten Buttigieg Welcome Twins
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg and husband Chasten announced they are parents of twins on social media Saturday.
Padma Lakshmi Cooks Up a Children's Book with a Message
"It's a hugely autobiographical book," says Lakshmi. "I am not a children's author. I don't have experience writing for this audience beyond just making up stories at bedtime for my own child. So I needed to write about something I knew."
7 Gay Couple Goals and Tips for Better Sex and Love Life
Like any relationship, a love relationship needs care and maintenance. But unlike other relationships, it requires a different approach.
7 Tips for LGBTQ+ Parents to Help Schools Fight Stigma and Ignorance
A researcher offers suggestions for how LGBTQ+ caregivers can advocate for themselves and their children if they run into stigma or ignorance.
Watch: How HMI and Hope in a Box are Empowering LGBTQ+ Youth
In this special 'On the EDGE' episode, we welcome the Hetrick-Martin Institute for LGBTQ+ Youth and Hope in a Box to talk about how their organizations are empowering queer youth and strengthening allyship for an inclusive future for all.
Is Your Dog Stressed Out?
While regular CBD oil for dogs is a great part of their daily wellness routine, sometimes they need a little extra comfort and care. If you know your dog struggles with stress, additional calming ingredients may help.
Record Delta Wave Hits Kids, Raises Fear as US Schools Open
But with the highly contagious delta variant spreading across the U.S., children are filling hospital intensive care beds instead of classrooms in record numbers, more even than at the height of the pandemic.
Census Data: Same-Sex Families Hit Twice as Hard by COVID Economic Downturn
Census data shows that same-sex families in America are twice as likely as their heterosexual counterparts to be severely hard-hit by the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Same-Sex Couple, Family Flee Russia after Supermarket Ad Makes Them Targets
A family that includes a lesbian mother and a same-sex couple has fled Russia in fear for their lives after being featured in an online advertisement last month that triggered an outpouring of hate.
Pandemic Travel Bans Divide Loved Ones Across Borders
Since the start of the pandemic, a constantly changing and confusing web of travel restrictions have separated loved ones around the world.
Gay Dads Sue NYC Schools That Blamed Their Son for Homophobic Abuse
Two fathers have brought suit against the NYC school system, claiming that school administrators not only did nothing to stop the homophobic bullying their son endured, they also blamed the child for the attacks he suffered.
Pandemic Eviction Crisis Leads To Greater Tenant Protections
There is a growing national movement — bolstered by tens of billions of dollars in federal rental assistance — to find ways to keep millions of at-risk tenants hurt by the coronavirus pandemic in their homes.
Conservative Montenegro Registers 1st Same-Sex Partnership
Montenegro has registered the first same-sex partnership in the staunchly conservative country that is striving to join the European Union, authorities said Sunday.
The Dog Days of Summer
Whether you spend your summer seeking adventure or staying close to home, you'll have more fun with your furry friend along for the ride. A little planning can go a long way in making sure your sidekick stays safe.