WORLD WORLDWIDE US USA - LGBTQNATION MAGAZINE - GOOD NEWS by LGBTQNATION - October 18, 2024

 

October 18, 2024 View this email in your browser

Here are this week's most popular positive stories. Like this newsletter? Share it with a friend. Everyone could use a little good news. Two big events are coming up: Halloween and the election! But don't be scared — we've got good news to help keep the ghosts and goblins away! Gay bar wins justice in settlement after owner’s testimony moves courtroom to tears Robbie Baldwin opened the Scarlet Honolulu bar in Hawaii as a relaxing haven for LGBTQ+ people and allies could relax. But when the city's liquor commission began harassing him, his courageous emotional honesty helped achieve justice. Queer bars have long been a place for fun and community. Remember when actress Kristen Stewart gave late-night host Seth Meyers a “lesbian makeover” at a gay bar? Did you hear about the queer-owned sports bar that is helping unite fans of women’s athletics? And how about the community that rallied for Minnesota’s oldest LGBTQ+ bar after a devastating fire? Bottoms up, y'all! Read More Actor Jermelle Simon comes out in emotional video: “I’ve decided to love myself unconditionally” His out co-star Wanda Sykes also sent her love. 800 service members who were unfairly discharged just had some of their honor restored They served bravely during a discriminatory time, but now they'll get the benefits they always deserved. Youth activists disrupt an anti-trans hate conference with surprise prank J.K. Rowling was the conference's lead speaker, which should tell you everything. But wait... what's that strange sound? 😏 I’ve always been a proud fat, Black gay man. Here’s why I still decided to start Ozempic. It's possible to love yourself and still desire change. Here's one man's journey and his lesson about self-love in all sizes. These 5 LGBTQ+ business leaders are transforming the world They're not just making history (and money). They're also making numerous positive impacts on the world. ‘In Living Color’ star Tommy Davidson shares the life-changing lessons he has learned while supporting his trans son The comedian has some important advice for parents who make flubs during their child's transition. Queer dating may soon get easier thanks to this high-tech helper The app could help suggest possible long-term relationships and come-on lines, but will users buy in? Trans Europeans are celebrating this momentous victory that'll make their lives easier The decision will help protect trans people across all 27 countries in the European Union. From our sibling sites: OUTSPORTS: Here are the 100 most powerful and influential out LGBTQ people in U.S. sports GAYCITIES: New Orlean’s biggest Halloween event is this weekend — and it’s free! QUEERTY: Cyndi Lauper dishes on her farewell tour, gay fans, Madonna & her past experience with you-know-who INTO: 21 transgender and nonbinary politicians making history in state legislatures

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