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A hunky influencer, legal victories, and mind-blowing trips

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This nice weather has got folks visiting parks, playing sports, traveling around, dining on sidewalks, camping out, and just kicking back to enjoy themselves.

Hopefully it’s also sunny in your part of the world. But whether you’re outdoors or enjoying the indoors, I hope you can lay back and enjoy this week’s good news since there’s lots to go around!

All it takes to be a hero is this one thing

Dude looks like a lady: Bisexual influencer revels in his defiance of gender norms

Jason Diaz has a sculpted physique, feminine features, and a sweet authenticity that has gained him a massive social media following. Wanna know his secrets? Give him a click!

And he’s not the only one serving smiles this week: There’s also the history-making Drag Race queen who performed for Taiwan’s president, a roller derby team that stood up for their transgender teammate in court, and the gay rodeo that helped a disabled man keep walking — their stories will warm your heart, for sure!

The hilarious reason that Alabama just defeated an anti-gay law

Republicans thought the proposed legislation would easily pass… but they overlooked one very important thing.

This handsome gay throuple loves the acceptance they find at Pride

“There’s so much love in our home and we all take care of each other.”

This baby hippo’s swimming lessons will submerge you in smiles

Transgender deputy scores a life-changing court victory

It won’t only help her, but also other trans employees facing similar workplace situations.

Bakery raises thousands for LGBTQ+ youth after “concerned” citizen’s silly complaint

“Let’s make lemonade out of the lemons!!!” the owner wrote on Instagram to advertise its fundraiser.

This small town in Ohio had its first Pride celebration last year & the community loved it

They’re getting ready to bring Pride back to Broadview Heights this year.

Don’t be a (rubber) chicken — take a chance on me!

These 18 pansexual celebrities are expanding queer visibility

They’re blazing trails for increased visibility and acceptance.

Check out this queer-affirming psychedelic paradise

The queer BIPOC women of La Vida Divine Institute want to send you on a life-changing trip: No travel agent required.

A small European country just made big news by legalizing same-sex marriage

The 62-square mile nation just became the 22nd European country to let queer wedding bells ring.

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