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French football drops Pride symbolism, sparking backlash Netflix’s The Altruists expands cast HIV activists stage mock funeral over funding cuts Tom Daley’s knitting show returns IOC faces criticism over trans athlete policies Trans Kansans leaving state after ID revocations Global LGBTQ+ protests in India, London, and Ireland Mpox health warning issued in NYC Follow me on Instagram: https://www.i...

New Visa Rule Sparks Fear for Trans Immigrants in the U.S. Senegal Passes Harsh Anti-LGBTQ+ Law with Global Implications Kennedy Center Chaos: Grenell Steps Down Amid Backlash Dr. Mehmet Oz Targets Gender-Affirming Care Policies Trans Editor Sues DreamWorks Over Alleged Harassment Celebrities Slam Nicki Minaj Over Support for Trump Elton John Raises $10.6 Million for AIDS Research NYC’s St. Pat’s...

Sign up for a $1/month trial at shopify.com/listenup New Study Finds Gay Men Now Earn More Than Straight Men Report Claims U.S. Intelligence Raised Questions About Iran’s New Supreme Leader Autumn Durald Arkapaw Makes Oscars History with Best Cinematography Win Turning Point USA Chapter Leader Resigns After Racist and Homophobic Chat Leak Harry Styles Sparks Queerbaiting Debate After Surprise SNL...

1. Orange convicted felon Attacks Trans Supporter as Texas Court Targets PFLAG | LGBTQ News Roundup 2. Orange convicted felon Calls Trans Support “Insult to Jesus” as LGBTQ Rights Battles Grow 3. Texas Targets PFLAG + Historic LGBTQ Wins in India & Nepal | LGBTQ News 4. Major LGBTQ News: Trump Rhetoric, Texas Court Ruling, Global Pride Milestones 5. LGBTQ News: Trump Targets Trans Rights, Nepal El...

In today’s special report, we explore the growing national profile of Texas State Representative James Talarico and his outspoken support for the LGBTQ+ community. At a time when religion is often used as a justification for anti-LGBTQ policies, Talarico has taken a different path — arguing that faith should be a force for compassion and inclusion. In this episode we discuss: • Who James Talarico...

• NYC appoints Taylor Brown as first trans leader of a city agency • AI reportedly used to flag LGBTQ-related research grants for cancellation • Matt Terry reveals he was told he “looked too gay” on X Factor • New immigration rule raises concerns for transgender visa applicants • Iowa weakens local LGBTQ protections • Senegal increases prison sentences for same-sex relationships • Tom Daley contin...

Documentary revisits murder of Billy London, the “gay Black Dahlia” Transgender veteran Bree Fram launches congressional campaign Federal prisons ordered to taper hormone therapy for trans inmates Pete Buttigieg criticizes Trump administration Texas family forced to move for child’s medical care Billie Eilish in talks to star in The Bell Jar Young Miko becomes first openly queer Latina in Gap camp...

Headlines BBC cancels LGBTQ+ dating shows I Kissed a Boy and I Kissed a Girl Orange convicted felon pushes SAVE Act while tying anti-trans policies to legislation Federal prisons ordered to taper hormone therapy for transgender inmates Texas lawmaker James Talarico defends trans youth amid political debate Texas man sentenced to 200 years for Grindr murders   Podcast music: https://dillonderosa.co...

Idaho bill proposes $2,000 daily fines for Pride flags on government buildings Heated Rivalry cast calls out toxic fans after hateful comments Wave of anti-trans legislation introduced across multiple U.S. states Megyn Kelly attacks soccer star Megan Rapinoe with homophobic remarks Arizona governor vetoes bill tied to anti-LGBTQ organization Historic Quest LGBTQ nightclub destroyed by fire in Alab...

• Orlando unveils design for the Pulse nightclub memorial • St. Petersburg lights up the city with massive rainbow laser display • Pew Research survey reveals global attitudes toward LGBTQ+ relationships • Viral TikTok shows life with two gay brothers • Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers donate $10K to Equality Kansas at GLAAD Awards • “Litter box in schools” myth resurfaces again • Scouting America confi...

• Harry Styles releases Netflix performance of new album KISS ALL THE TIME. DISCO, OCCASIONALLY. • Liza Minnelli receives new honor at GLAAD Media Awards • EEOC ruling allows limits on transgender restroom access in federal workplaces • Brisbane drag performers win appeal in vilification case • Scouting America sues LGBTQ travel company over “Queer Scout” name • Joe Rogan criticized for spreading...

• British female athletes asked to pay for their own sex verification tests to compete internationally. • Heated Rivalry creator Jacob Tierney lands a new historical drama series at Netflix. • Girlguiding launches a task force to explore new ways to support trans girls and women. • England’s Chief Medical Officer warns politics is overshadowing science in puberty blocker trial debate. • UK lawmake...

• Chick-fil-A faces protests as it prepares to relaunch in the UK • Texas congressional race between Julie Johnson and Colin Allred heads to a runoff • Ghana considers sweeping anti-LGBTQ legislation • Transgender teacher says Florida laws forced her to leave the state • North Carolina Democrats defeat candidates who backed anti-trans legislation • Tim Walz pushes back after Nancy Mace raises tran...

• Manchester United’s Jack Fletcher suspended six games after using homophobic slur during match • BAFTAs controversy erupts after offensive outburst during ceremony hosted by Alan Cumming • Nearly 20 U.S. states restricting access to HIV medication assistance programs • Kesha condemns White House for pairing her music with war footage • Texas lawmaker James Talarico’s speech against Christian nat...

GLAAD announces Quinta Brunson, Bowen Yang & Matt Rogers as honorees for 2026 Media Awards Tiffany Pollard opens up about identifying as non-binary in interview with Ziwe Lyft offers 50% rides to Kansas trans+ community after restrictive ID law 25 arrested protesting HHS proposed gender-affirming care restrictions Connor Storrie hosts SNL with Olympic hockey stars Texas AG declares affirming trans...

Former AFL player Mitch Brown says coming out as bisexual brought “peace, comfort and confidence.” Seattle and Vancouver to compete in the NHL Unites Pride Cup in British Columbia. Heated Rivalry star Connor Storrie hosts Saturday Night Live with surprise cameo from Hudson Williams. Savannah Pride to host second annual LGBTQ+ Health Summit focused on equity under pressure. Shia LaBeouf sparks back...

Make the switch! MINTMOBILE.COM/LISTENUP FBI Director Kash Patel scrutinized over $75,000 taxpayer-funded Milan trip Rep. Robert Garcia pushes back on Nancy Mace’s Hillary Clinton deposition claims Transgender Kansans sue over document revocation law Rep. Bob Onder calls trans people “demonic evil” while introducing anti-care bill 5th Circuit allows Texas drag ban to take effect Nevada judge clear...

Trans athlete bans head toward a Supreme Court showdown in 27 states. Kansas begins invalidating driver’s licenses and birth certificates for transgender residents under SB 244. Approximately 360 federal surveys remove LGBTQ+ identity questions following an executive order from the Orange convicted felon. Texas school district removes 142 LGBTQ+-themed books in January alone. House Republicans int...

Make the switch! MINTMOBILE.COM/LISTENUP • The psychological toll of constant anti-LGBTQ+ political coverage • Minority Stress Theory and its impact on queer mental health • How doom-scrolling keeps the nervous system in fight-or-flight mode • Practical ways to set boundaries with news consumption • Why protecting your peace is not political disengagement   Follow Zach at https://www.instagram.com...

• Demi Lovato and Jonathan Bennett Lead 37th GLAAD Media Awards in Los Angeles • The Orange Convicted Felon Calls for Federal Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Trans Youth • North Carolina Man Sentenced for Years of Anti-Gay Cyberstalking • Idaho Republicans Push to Overturn Marriage Equality — Again • Nearly 19,000 Bot Accounts Amplify MAGA Rapper Posts • Heated Rivalry Season Two Begins Filming T...

• Rob Jetten sworn in as Netherlands’ youngest and first openly gay prime minister • Oscar-nominated short A Friend of Dorothy streaming free • John Waters joins American Horror Story Season 13 • Yosemite biologist sues after trans flag protest firing • Texas LGBTQ+ student club ban temporarily blocked • U.S. women’s hockey team declines State of the Union invite • Al Green escorted out during Sta...

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Sign up for a $1/month trial at shopify.com/listenup LGBTQ+ News for February 20, 2026   Hosted by Zach Randles-Friedman https://www.listenupgirl.com/ Follow me at https://www.instagram.com/therealzachre/ Podcast music: https://dillonderosa.com/ Thank you Dillion!!!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for...