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Gay couple attacked by gang of 15 armed assailants on Christmas Day

The gang harassed the couple and their friends inside a pub with anti-Semitic and homophobic taunts, then followed them outside when they tried to leave.

Gospel singer Kim Burrell makes awful remarks about gays before Ellen appearance

The singer says she makes "no excuses or apologies" for a sermon at a Houston church where she referred to gays and lesbians as perverted.

Texas judge halts federal transgender health protections

Isn't the message being sent that trans people are unworthy of healthcare because of Jesus? Didn't he heal the sick?

RFK Jr.’s son busted after brawl with dude-bros, defending his gay friend

“Conor has always reacted against bullying,” said Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. “I’m happy he stood up for his friend.”

A perfect match: The Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Trump’s inauguration

Donald Trump and the values of Mormonism align. Sexism, racism, anti-Semitism, and homophobia have been the backbone of the church for decades.

KU libraries’ gender pronoun pins promote inclusion on campus

The buttons are part of the library's "You Belong Here" campaign to ensure that undergraduates feel welcome, including transgender students.

The 10 biggest bisexual stories of 2016

What were your favorite bi+ stories of the year?

New York City issues first known intersex birth certificate

Next up: The DMV.

In red states, businesses are gearing up to fight anti-trans bathroom bills

"I honestly cannot believe that in 2016, I'm actually asked a question as to why I would support anti-discrimination groups," the president of Tennessee's NHL team said.

10 ways transgender service members led the fight for equality in 2016

Transgender Americans are two to three times more likely to serve in the military than their fellow cisgender civilians.