
James Factora
James Factora is an LA-born, NY-based writer and musician.
Culture
Lil Uzi Vert Updated Their Pronouns to “They/Them” on Instagram
The rapper has not shared an announcement about their identity.
TV
Disney Channel Finally Introduced Its First Trans Character
“I claimed a dream and space for myself while so much of the world is trying to erase me & my community.”
Politics
Brittney Griner to Biden: ‘I’m Terrified I Might Be Here Forever'
The WNBA star has been detained in a Russian prison since February.
Government
Russia Extends WNBA Star Brittney Griner’s Detention
The athlete has been in Russian custody for four months.
Politics
Starbucks Threatens to Take Away Trans Health Benefits at Stores That Unionize
“We are uniquely vulnerable."
Justice
A High School GSA Adviser Was Put on Leave For Hosting a Drag Show
The event was put on blast by an anti-LGBTQ+ Twitter account.
Style
TikTok Sensation Hal Baddie Wants to Throw Her Own Fashion Gala in NYC
“It will truly be a cultural reset.”
Culture
Ariana DeBose’s Oscars Speech Proved Once Again She’s a Queer Icon
“You see a queer, openly queer woman of color and Afro-Latina who found her strength in life through art.”
Politics
How to Help LGBTQ+ and Black Refugees From Ukraine
Here are organizations to support and ways to help during the ongoing refugee crisis.
Sexual Health + Identity
TikTok Bans Deadnaming, Misgendering, and Conversion Therapy
Concerns remain about the platform’s ability to enforce these policies.
Fitness
Track Star Sha’Carri Richardson Thanks Girlfriend After Qualifying for Olympics
With fiery orange hair flowing behind her, Richardson won hearts across America with an unbelievable performance this weekend.
Government
Why I'm Conflicted About Katie Hill's Resignation From Congress
So many male politicians have gotten away with so much worse.