Saturday, Oct 25, 2025

LGBTQ+ TOP STORIES Saturday, Oct 25, 2025

The Queer Collectors: From Vinyl to Vintage Erotica

The Queer Collectors: From Vinyl to Vintage Erotica

Queer collectors have preserved LGBTQ+ history and identity through the careful curation of vinyl records, vintage erotica, and ephemera, often in the face of mainstream erasure.

Oct 24

The New Faces of Queer Politics: Rising LGBTQ+ Leaders Changing Representation at Every Level
The New Faces of Queer Politics: Rising LGBTQ+ Leaders Changing Representation at Every Level

Oct 24
The New Poly Etiquette: How Queer Communities Are Redefining Communication, Consent, and Ethical Non-Monogamy
The New Poly Etiquette: How Queer Communities Are Redefining Communication, Consent, and Ethical Non-Monogamy

Oct 24
Lesbian Film Is Finally Fun Again: The Sapphic Rom-Com Renaissance
Lesbian Film Is Finally Fun Again: The Sapphic Rom-Com Renaissance

Oct 24
Bearded Hunk Jack Harley Delivers Comfortable Thirst Trap Energy
Bearded Hunk Jack Harley Delivers Comfortable Thirst Trap Energy

by Andrea Marks Joseph | Oct 24

Krewe of Olympus: Celebrating Over 50 Years of Dazzle, Community, and LGBTQ+ Philanthropy in Houston
Krewe of Olympus: Celebrating Over 50 Years of Dazzle, Community, and LGBTQ+ Philanthropy in Houston

Oct 24

News

The NBA Hoped to Begin Its Season on a Strong Note. Now It Faces a Gambling Scandal
The NBA Hoped to Begin Its Season on a Strong Note. Now It Faces a Gambling Scandal

The NBA has strict rules against betting on its games, and the consequences are clear

by Tim Reynolds | Oct 24

In Emotional Speech, Zohran Mamdani Defends Muslim Identity Against 'Racist and Baseless' Attacks
In Emotional Speech, Zohran Mamdani Defends Muslim Identity Against 'Racist and Baseless' Attacks

Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee for New York City mayor, is pledging to embrace his Muslim identity amid growing attacks in the final days of the...

by Jake Offenhartz | Oct 24

Ontario Premier Doesn't Back Down Against Trump, Posts Video of Reagan Opposing Tariffs
Ontario Premier Doesn't Back Down Against Trump, Posts Video of Reagan Opposing Tariffs

by Rob Gillies | Oct 24
EU Accuses Meta and TikTok of Breaching Transparency Rules
EU Accuses Meta and TikTok of Breaching Transparency Rules

by Sam McNeil | Oct 24
“Just Dance 2026 Edition” Sets New Standard for Queer Representation in Gaming
“Just Dance 2026 Edition” Sets New Standard for Queer Representation in Gaming

Oct 24

Culture

Bad Bunny Didn’t Miss the Billboard Latin Music Awards, He Was the Top Winner
Bad Bunny Didn’t Miss the Billboard Latin Music Awards, He Was the Top Winner

His presence had remained a mystery, but Bad Bunny was there in person Thursday night to receive all the 2025 Billboard Latin Music Awards that were handed to...

by The Associated Press | Oct 24

Laith Ashley is a Modern Man Filled With Pride & Passion
Laith Ashley is a Modern Man Filled With Pride & Passion

There are a lot of hot guys on Instagram —- the topic even has its own hashtag. Laith Ashley is no exception, and he caught our eye right away; we are glad we...

by Timothy Rawles | Oct 24

Picasso Portrait of Muse Dora Maar in Vivid Hat, Long Hidden From View, Sells for 32 Million Euros
Picasso Portrait of Muse Dora Maar in Vivid Hat, Long Hidden From View, Sells for 32 Million Euros

by Oleg Cetinic | Oct 24
The Queerest Cartoons You Didn’t Realize Were Gay: From 'She-Ra' to 'Adventure Time', the Animation That Quietly Raised a Generation
The Queerest Cartoons You Didn’t Realize Were Gay: From 'She-Ra' to 'Adventure Time', the Animation That Quietly Raised a Generation

Oct 24
Samara Joy Reflects on Her Grammy Wins and the Creative Journey Behind 'Portrait'
Samara Joy Reflects on Her Grammy Wins and the Creative Journey Behind 'Portrait'

by Leslie Ambriz | Oct 24

Pride

Get Lost (and Found): Gay Cruising Hot Spots For 2025
Get Lost (and Found): Gay Cruising Hot Spots For 2025

A new global study has ranked the best cities for gay cruising in 2025, revealing a dynamic landscape shaped by history, community, and resilience.

Oct 23

Kelley Robinson’s Vision: Human Rights Campaign President Confronts Political Backlash and Champions LGBTQ+ Advocacy
Kelley Robinson’s Vision: Human Rights Campaign President Confronts Political Backlash and Champions LGBTQ+ Advocacy

In an interview with The Advocate, Human Rights Campaign President Kelley Robinson discussed her commitment to advancing LGBTQ+ rights amid intensifying...

Oct 22

Tattooed, Tender, and Totally Queer: How Ink Tells the Stories of LGBTQ+ Bodies
Tattooed, Tender, and Totally Queer: How Ink Tells the Stories of LGBTQ+ Bodies

Oct 22
Crossroads Bar and Grill Sues Alabama Town After Liquor License Denied Over Drag Event
Crossroads Bar and Grill Sues Alabama Town After Liquor License Denied Over Drag Event

Oct 22
Dan Howell and Phil Lester Reveal 16-Year Relationship, Say Coming Out Felt Like a “Weight Had Been Lifted”
Dan Howell and Phil Lester Reveal 16-Year Relationship, Say Coming Out Felt Like a “Weight Had Been Lifted”

Oct 21

Media

You Had Me at Zohran @ 3 Dollar Bill NYC :: October 23, 2025
You Had Me at Zohran @ 3 Dollar Bill NYC :: October 23, 2025

The LGBTQIA+ fam packed 3 Dollar Bill to rally behind NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani – with a fierce lineup of performers who turned politics into a party...

by Wilsonmodels | Oct 24

Come Out With Pride Parade :: October 18, 2025
Come Out With Pride Parade :: October 18, 2025

Orlando showed up and showed out! The Come Out With Pride parade turned the streets into a technicolor dream of love, sunshine, and pure queer joy – with...

by Mark Melnick | Oct 20

Come Out With Pride Festival :: October 18, 2025
Come Out With Pride Festival :: October 18, 2025

by Mark Melnick | Oct 19

EDGE Now: 3 Queer Icons Who Changed the Game
EDGE Now: 3 Queer Icons Who Changed the Game

Oct 15
Tulsa Pride :: October 11, 2025
Tulsa Pride :: October 11, 2025

by Jerry Nunn | Oct 12

EDGE RECOMMENDS

EDGE Now: Wood-Chopping Hotties

by EDGE Media Network

From flannel fantasies to shirtless sweat sessions, wood chopping has officially gone viral. EDGE Now spotlights the influencers turning axes and logs into the ultimate thirst —where strength meets style, and every swing fuels the queer lumberjack fantasy.