September 07 2025, 08:15 
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Even during the hottest summer days, there’s a lot of cool news to go around. This time, there’s a celebrity lesbian wedding, some very clever (and musical) protestors, and also a blessing from the new Pope — wow!
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Pete Buttigieg shares sweet story of his & Chasten’s first date on couple’s 10th anniversary
The couple has long melted hearts with their adorable love and clear commitment to remaining a visible beacon of what’s possible for LGBTQ+ people.
Kazoo counterprotestors drown out anti-LGBTQ+ preacher’s rally
The joyful counterprotest brought out around 200 people — there’s even video!
Chloë Grace Moretz & Kate Harrison marry in glamorous private ceremony
The actress and model’s beautiful wedding gowns were designed by Nicolas Ghesquière and Louis Vuitton.
Some classic “Wuthering Heights” from Kate Bush
European advocate general recommends requiring member states to recognize trans people’s genders
“By failing to recognize the gender identity of a transgender person, prevents that person from enjoying a right guaranteed by EU law,” he wrote.
A gay couple became foster parents as a temporary way to do good. Instead, it reshaped their lives.
Parenthood can take many shapes — sometimes temporary, sometimes permanent, but always powerful.
Meet Kuina: a stunning example of positive trans representation on television
Kuina’s story in “Alice in Borderland” is a refreshing celebration of a transgender woman as a complex and empowered human being.
Let’s boogie at the legendary gay dance Club LeRay!
Pope meets with LGBTQ+ Catholic advocate: “It was wonderful. It was very consoling & encouraging.”
The Jesuit priest said Leo will continue Pope Francis’ “Todos, todos, todos” message of inclusion.
Protestors across Florida rally against rainbow crosswalk removals: “We will not be erased”
“It feels like they were trying to scrounge up the next thing… to make us feel like nothing, and I think today shows that they failed.”
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