Michael Westman

Recovery isn’t easy. It’s a word that conjures up hard work, honesty, and maybe a bit of fear. But for LGBTQ women, the journey to sobriety often holds extra layers. The risks are real—higher rates of substance use, greater mental health struggles, and a lack of spaces that genuinely feel welcoming. It’s no secret that LGBTQ women face unique hurdles in both getting and staying sober. And here’s why that needs to change: empowering LGBTQ women with the tools and support they need for lifelong sobriety is about creating a future where everyone gets to be their best, healthiest, most authentic selves.

August 23rd, West Hollywood was a buzz. Katy Perry was set to take the stage at the newly christened Beaches Tropicana nightclub in the center of the gayborhood. The line to get in continued around the block, even though tickets were sold out. As the lights dimmed and the crowd went wild, it was clear that there was another diva set to take the stage that night. The question was, would she bring the drama? She did. Scarlet Envy took center stage to thunderous applause as she launched into the debut of “Rain in Hollywood,” the title song of her new EP. With textures of Madonna, a mix of synth-pop, and a melody that haunts for days, she gave Katy a run for her money. This is just one more peak for this drag artist, who has had a year in the spotlight. Not only did she compete in her third iteration of Drag Race, but she penned and published her first book of poetry She’s A Poet, debuted her new cabaret “Bad Advice”, released her new EP, and set foot on her 36-city tour…all while looking fabulous and

Start your engines, and try to control your excitement as a fresh new set of amazing drag queens have been named to compete for the title of The UK’s Next Drag Race Superstar in one of the world’s most unpredictable, glamorous, and fiercely entertaining races.

Girls5eva is one of the most charming shows on TV. The show features four women who were once part of a girl g

Gay Travel for Pride around the Globe

Gay Travel for Pride around the Globe

One of the many highlights of the evening was this year’s recipient of GLAAD’s Excellence in Media Award, which was presented by Laverne Cox and given to actress and singer Jennifer Hudson for her work promoting allyship and acceptance of LGBTQ+ people and issues. Orville Peck received the Vito Russo Award, given to openly LGBTQ media professionals who have made a significant difference in accelerating LGBTQ acceptance, presented by Jennifer Lawrence.

MISTR, the largest telemedicine provider offering free online PrEP and long-term HIV care in all 50 states, DC, and Puerto Rico, is now prescribing Doxycycline Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (DoxyPEP), an antibiotic that reduces bacterial STIs, including gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis. Beginning today, patients can now use MISTR’s seamless telehealth platform to receive DoxyPEP online for free.

MISTR, the largest telemedicine provider offering free online PrEP and long-term HIV care in all 50 states, DC, and Puerto Rico, is now prescribing Doxycycline Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (DoxyPEP), an antibiotic that reduces bacterial STIs, including gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis. Beginning today, patients can now use MISTR’s seamless telehealth platform to receive DoxyPEP online for free.

The 2024 Tribeca Festival, presented by OKX, today announced its lineup of live events and official selections