LGBTQ+ TOP STORIES Wednesday, Nov 19, 2025
EDGE Interview: A Perfect Piece of Art: Maya Jacobson on the Craft and Courage of ‘Fun Home’
To dig deeper into the artistry and emotional truth behind this production, we sat down with Maya Jacobson to talk about embodying Medium Alison.
News
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Rejects Trump's Offer of Military Intervention Against Cartels
Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum has firmly rejected the possibility of U.S. intervention against drug cartels a day after President Donald Trump again said...
Democratic State Election Officials Demand Answers on Justice Department's Requests for Voter Data
Ten Democratic secretaries of state are asking the Trump administration to provide more information about its efforts to seek voter registration data
Culture
Sugar Solay Steps Out From the Sugar and Spice Era
'Drag Race’s beloved twin duo, Sugar and Spice, have officially split their act, with Sugar rebranding as Sugar Solay and embracing a solo path of...
'Drag Race' Royalty Onya Nurve Exits 'Kinky Boots' Tour—Scarlett D. Von’Du Laces Up the Iconic Heels
In a surprise shakeup that’s set Drag Race fans and theatergoers abuzz, 'RuPaul’s Drag Race' season 17 winner Onya Nurve (aka Justin Woody) has exited the North...
Pride
Kazakhstan’s Parliament Advances Ban on “LGBT Propaganda,” Drawing International Concern
Kazakhstan’s lower house of parliament has passed sweeping amendments to multiple laws prohibiting so-called “LGBT propaganda,” echoing similar legislation in...
NBA Pride Nights Expand in 2026 Season, But Nine Teams Remain Uncommitted
As the 2026 NBA season unfolds, 21 teams have confirmed their commitment to hosting Pride Nights, celebrating LGBTQ+ inclusion and visibility. However, nine...
Media
EDGE Now: 3 Trans Trailblazers Leading Change
Three trans changemakers, Kim Coco Iwamoto, Jace Barron and Bambi Salcedo, share how their work, visibility and activism are reshaping community, culture and...
Undressed To Kill @ Gym U NYC :: October 31, 2025
Susanne Bartsch and David Barton turned Gym U into a full-on haunted haus of hedonism for Undressed To Kill–where costumes were optional, glamour was mandatory,...
EDGE RECOMMENDS
EDGE Now: Redefining Bi-Visibility Through Courage & Artistry
Three bold icons—Maren Morris, Alan Cumming, and Anna Paquin—remind us that bisexuality is real, resilient, and worthy of celebration.