Articles about sexuality

Your Sexuality: Don't Fix It If It Isn't Broken  Psychology Today

There are a million ways to fix our sexual bodies—none of which are necessary. Four years ago, wellness entrepreneur Gwynyth Paltrow proposed the ultimate: ...

J.K. Rowling’s long history of discussing — but not depicting — Dumbledore’s sexuality  Entertainment Weekly News

Take a look at the time of events, starting with the author's first comments in October 2007 to most recently on the 'Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald' ...

Exploring a Holistic Sexuality in the Black Church  Sojourners

How engaging in deep conversations about holistic sexuality and sexual ethics is unique within the black church.

The Center for Sexuality & Gender Diversity provided services to thousands of Kern County residents  KERO 23ABC News

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. — The Center for Sexuality & Gender Diversity released its first annual "Impact Statement of Services" provided to the community.

‘Giant Little Ones’ is an unexpected film about sports, sex, sexuality and love  Outsports

When two friends and teammates experience a moment of intimacy, 'Giant Little Ones' becomes a story of self-discovery.

4 Ways We Can Help People Embrace Their Sexuality  Scary Mommy

I've made lots of progress in terms of self-acceptance. But I still struggle to embrace my sexuality. There were a lot of experiences growing up that caused me to ...

Lori Lightfoot's sexuality targeted in flyers as she picks up union endorsements  The Chicago Cusader

BY Craig Walls, ABC 7 News Chicago mayoral candidate Lori Lightfoot has become the target of flyers attacking her sexuality. Her opponent Toni Preckwinkle ...

Are women still not free to talk of sexuality? Malayalam writer CS Chandrika asks  The News Minute

During a book reading of her work 'Pranayakamasoothram-Aayiram Ummakal', writer CS Chandrika spoke of how people are still trapped in the clutches of a ...

Why Is It So Hard To Have Honest Conversations About Sex?  NPR

To kick off NPR's "Let's Talk About Sex" series, NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with two sex educators, Emily Nagoski and Dominick Quartuccio, about where people ...

Why JK Rowling's Comments on Her Characters' Sexuality Have Outraged Fans  InStyle

Best-selling author J.K. Rowling (British, worth a cool $1 billion) has dropped yet another bomb regarding the sexuality of her beloved Harry Potter characters, ...

Mister Rogers Teaches About Sexuality and Acceptance From Beyond the Grave  Fatherly

Think twice about what you read on Twitter: We have no idea whether Fred Rogers was bisexual. After a quote from The Good Neighbor: The Life and Work of ...

Australian Pop Artist Holiday Sidewinder on Owning Her Sound, Sexuality  On Tap Magazine

Yes, Holiday Sidewinder is her real name. Proclaiming “no gimmicks,” the Australian-born singer confirmed the authenticity of her moniker toward the end of her ...

Jackson's Bodyguard Opens Up on Singer's Sexuality Amid Leaving Neverland Uproar  Sputnik International

Following the release of HBO's scandalous Leaving Neverland documentary, paedophilia accusations against Michael Jackson have been brought back into the ...

Azusa Pacific Drops Ban on Same-Sex Student Relationships, Again  ChristianityToday.com

Azusa Pacific University (APU) has gone back and forth this school year on whether to allow students to date members of the same sex. Current Issue.

Methodists Vote to Retain Biblical Stand on Sexuality, Marriage  The New American

The United Methodist Church (UMC), which has been under a decades-long attack from homosexual and liberal activists within its ranks, has chosen to stay true ...

Maree Crabbe talks pornography, young people, and sexuality today  Stuff.co.nz

International speaker Maree Crabbe says pornography and its effect on young people and their sexuality is a growing problem, heightened by easy access on ...

Irish PM brings partner to meet Mike Pence and delivers pointed remarks on sexuality  The Guardian

The Irish prime minister, Leo Varadkar, who is gay, brought his partner to a meeting on Thursday with the US vice-president, Mike Pence, a conservative ...

Beanie Feldstein opens up about sexuality  Page Six

For Beanie Feldstein, her latest film "Booksmart" -- which marks Olivia Wilde's directorial debut -- is about more than just being a leading lady.

Spider-Man: Andrew Garfield reveals Peter Parker sexuality row 'I was asked to apologise'  Express

FORMER Spider-Man actor Andrew Garfield has revealed a behind-the-scenes issue he had with producers during his time in the role.

Columbia Board of Education Approves New Human Sexuality Curriculum  KBIA

Beginning next school year, sex education curriculum in Columbia Public Schools will include education on sexual harassment, sexual violence, and consent.

Traditionalists prevail in United Methodist Church sexuality conversation  The Mountaineer

The United Methodist Church is grappling with the latest biblical interpretation and civil rights issue in U.S. churches — how to address sexuality regarding who ...

Lance Bass at SXSW: I was playing a character by hiding sexuality in N Sync  austin360

He's many things ― ex-boy band member, film producer, TV host, Southerner, gay rights activist, Christian, Taurus ― but Lance Bass is not shy. The singer ...

Miley Cyrus talks sexuality, says Hillary Clinton inspired her marriage to Liam Hemsworth  Fox News

Miley Cyrus' inspiration to marry husband Liam Hemsworth came not just from her love for the Australian actor, but also her love for Hillary Clinton.

Sexuality and the UMC | Dale M. Coulter  First Things

Our daily blog *content* exclusive to the web hits on hot topics in both religion and public life and will keep you informed and entertained all week.

Ben Platt on Opening Up About Past Relationships and Sexuality Through His New Album  Playbill.com

The Dear Evan Hansen star talks about his debut record Sing to Me Instead and being inspired by Ellen DeGeneres—plus a performance.

3-part series on sexuality, gender identity begins Sunday  SaukValley.com

OREGON – Freedom Lutheran Church is offering a three-part series exploring gender identity and sexuality.

United Methodist assembly meets to make a decision on sexuality and the church  The Christian Century

There are multiple options on the table at the special meeting of the top legislative body for the 12.6-million-member global denomination.

UI student org creates open mic to talk about sexuality  UI The Daily Iowan

Student Advocates for Planned Parenthood (SAPP) are hosting an open-mic for those that want to talk about sex and sexuality, feminism, and healthcare issues ...

Mary Anning biopic director defends film's lesbian romance storyline  The Guardian

Kate Winslet picture about renowned fossil hunter had been criticised by relatives for 'unconfirmed' portrait of her sexuality.

FC Tech hosts gender and sexuality conference  The Recorder

TURNERS FALLS — Franklin County Technical School hosted a conference for all western Massachusetts high school Gender and Sexuality Alliances to help ...

School Board to vote on human sexuality policy, substitute services, calendar  Columbia Missourian

With attendance areas no longer on the agenda, an updated policy on human sexuality teaching*, a new substitute teacher services contract and the school year ...

Clergy with Coweta ties taking stand on Methodist sexuality decision  Newnan Times-Herald

Officially, gay people may not serve as clergy in United Methodist churches and may not be married by United Methodist ministers or in United Methodist ...

What Outlander gets right about female sexuality and sexual assault  SYFY WIRE

Outlander continues to understand female sexuality and the ramifications of sexual assault better than any other show on television.

Actor Ian McKellen apologizes for remarks about sexuality  Press Herald

LONDON — Actor Ian McKellen has apologized for remarks in which he appeared to suggest that allegations of sexual abuse that have been leveled against ...

Wisconsin's United Methodists fear continued schism in wake of sexuality vote  Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

This week's decision by the United Methodist Church to narrowly uphold its ban on gay marriage and clergy may have looked like a victory for the traditionalists ...

GSP club now called Gender and Sexuality Partnership  The Beacon

Last year, the leaders of the Gay-Straight Partnership on campus realized that the name of the club didn't fully represent all that the club does. While the name ...

Opinion: Own your sexuality in college  The State Press

It is everyone's responsibility to combat casual homophobia in college.

Ellen Page says she was warned about her sexuality, told ‘people cannot know you’re gay’  Fox News

Ellen Page has seen Hollywood's thinking on sexuality change since she shot to stardom in “Juno” in 2007. The 32-year-old actress was told she would never ...

Obama to men: 'If you're confident with your sexuality, you don't need 8 women twerking around you'  Channel 24

Barack Obama delivered a message about self-confidence to black youth.

Shinjuku: Tokyo's Hub of Diversity and Sexuality  Nippon.com

As our society becomes more diverse, we hear more talk about “accepting diversity” in a variety of contexts. In a way, however, we have already naturally ...

Masculinities Summit: Mental Health, Race, Friendship, Sexuality, and Sports  Bowdoin News

The two-day event featured a visit by a comedian and a talk by a scholar of masculinity studies. It also included lots of time for students to reflect on what shapes ...

Sam Smith says he does not identify as male or female and reveals he once considered a sex change  Evening Standard

Sam Smith has opened up about being non-binary, saying that he doesn't identify with either male or female as he “floats between the two”. The Stay With Me ...

Saint Joe's 'Non-Discrimination Ordinance' to allow protection for race, color, sexuality  WSBT-TV

Making sure everyone feels welcome. That's what city leaders in Saint Joseph, Michigan say their goal is in implementing a non-discrimination ordinance.

Legislation to limit sexuality conversion therapy in Virginia stalls this year; boards now look to regulation  Richmond.com

Adam Trimmer was in the hospital recovering from a suicide attempt when his pastor recommended a therapist who he said could help him overcome his ...

Conference delegates vote to maintain sexuality bans  Toledo Blade

ST. LOUIS — The United Methodist Church teetered on the brink of breaking up Monday after more than half the delegates at an international conference voted .

Ralph Arnold’s ‘Transistors’ is a Queer Celebration of Sexuality  Loyola Phoenix

Loyola's Ralph Arnold Fine Arts Annex (1131 W. Sheridan Road) routinely showcases artistic exhibits behind its broad front window — some of which are more.

Theater review: Teen angst and sexuality on stage in MMTC’s stunning ‘Spring Awakening’  Marin Independent Journal

Among the most terrible and miraculous things that happen to children is the transition to adulthood. The development of adult sexuality is often especially ...

Barack Obama Says People Confident in Their Sexuality 'Don’t Need 8 Women Around You Twerking'  Complex

Ex-president Obama and Stephen Curry teamed up for a 'My Brother's Keeper' town hall in Oakland on Tuesday.

Fifth of gay Brits who try to change sexuality attempt suicide, survey says  Reuters

LONDON (Thomson Reuters Foundation) - A fifth of gay, lesbian and bisexual British people who have tried to change their sexuality have attempted suicide, ...

‘Giant Little Ones’ Review: The Turmoil of Teenage Sexuality  The New York Times

The most significant turning point in the coming-of-age drama “Giant Little Ones” comes in the privacy of night, when only sounds provide a clue about the sex ...

Lesbians more likely to be overweight as experts find sexuality is linked to health  Telegraph.co.uk

Lesbian and bisexual women are more likely to be overweight than heterosexual women, research has shown for the first time, as experts said sexual identity ...

Asking for a friend: Not sure of my sexuality  Oregon Daily Emerald

Asking for a Friend is a weekly Sex and Relationships column hosted by Arts and Culture writer Dana Sparks and fueled by your curiosities. Click here to ...

Top Reasons For Divorce Is Change In Sexuality & Sexual Fluidity In Women  YourTango

Research has found that one of the top reasons for divorce is a change in sexuality and greater sexual fluidity, especially in women.

Kate Winslet, Saoirse Ronan Lesbian Drama Accused of Making Up Gay Relationship — Director Responds  IndieWire

Writer-director Francis Lee (“God's Own Country”) has taken to social media to defend his upcoming film “Ammonite” against accusations it is fictionalizing a gay ...

Gender Roles, Sexuality and Identity in MCLA Theatre's Production of 'Cloud 9'  The Beacon

MCLA Theatre kicked off their production of Caryl Churchill's “Cloud 9” Friday, March 8. Venable Theatre was full of laughs at the comedy and shock factor of the ...

United Methodist Church to take official stance on same-sex marriage, human sexuality  WBTW - Myrtle Beach and Florence SC

CONWAY, SC (WBTW) - Leaders of the United Methodist Church could soon take an official stance on human sexuality issues like same-sex marriage.

Miley Cyrus opens up about her sexuality following marriage to Liam Hemsworth  DigitalSpy.com

The 26-year-old star has discussed her idea of love in a new interview, explaining that gender never comes into her thinking.

Douglas NeJaime named the Anne Urowsky Professor of Law  Yale News

Douglas NeJaime, recently appointed as the Anne Urowsky Professor of Law, focuses his research and writing on family law, gender and sexuality, ...

Let's Talk About TV's Complicated Relationship With Sex  TV Guide

In order to take a close look at the ways that TV is pushing boundaries forward -- and the ways in which it still lets us down -- TV Guide is dedicating the next five ...

United Methodist Church votes to maintain its opposition to same-sex marriage, gay clergy  The Washington Post

In a contentious meeting years in the making, the United States's third-largest faith community voted to emphasize its opposition to same-sex marriage and gay ...

CPS changes sexuality education policy language to comply with the state  KOMU 8

COLUMBIA - Members of the Columbia Public Schools Board of Education unanimously approved changes in the wording of the human sexuality instruction ...

Sexuality Doula Ev'Yan Whitney Explains Cannabis for Libidinal Liberation  Leafly

The Hash podcast illuminates the obstacles women and femmes face to their own sexual liberation, and how cannabis can make a difference.

#DisabledPeopleAreHot: Viral hashtag sparks conversation about sexuality and disability  CBC.ca

According to creator Andrew Gurza, the hashtag 'aims to really give disabled people agency over their bodies and play with the fact that we can be sexualized if ...

Now Apocalypse Sex Scenes: Avan Jogia, Tyler Posey — New Interview  TVLine

Avan Jogia discusses his new Starz comedy 'Now Apocalypse,' and all the glorious gifs its sex scenes shall yield.

How Coming-Of-Age Drama 'Giant Little Ones' Tackles Teen Sexuality Without Using Labels  Bustle

A lot of teen movies start out with a character feeling like an outcast. Maybe they're a nerd. Maybe they're a transfer student. Maybe they're hiding who they really ...

Louise Palanker: Finding a Good Girlfriend, Struggling with Sexuality, 'Love Language' Money  Noozhawk

How do u find a good girlfriend if u have to be 18 or older to be on a dating app? Weezy. I don't really know how to answer this question other than to tell you that ...

Dolly Parton Brushes Off Rumors About Her Sexuality Again: 'I'm Not Gay'  PEOPLE.com

The country icon opened up about her close bond with childhood friend Judy Ogle in a new interview.

Why you think you don't belong in Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies courses and why you actually do  Macalester College The Mac Weekly

Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies (WGSS) has become increasingly popular in the last decade as the benefits of the courses such as critical thinking skills, ...

Outlawing 'conversion therapy' does not protect children  Christian Post

On March 4, I flew to Boston to testify at the Massachusetts capital hearing regarding the proposed bills H.140/S.70, which if passed, would ban conversion ...

Ellen Page says people speculating about her sexuality really screwed with her mental health  Cosmopolitan.com

"I was pressured to always wear dresses and heels," actor Ellen Page told Net-a-porter in a new interview.

100 Vaginas review: A powerful and essential documentary about sex and sexuality  The Independent

British artist Laura Dodsworth has previously attracted controversy for photographing penises and breasts, and is now approaching “the last taboo”: the vagina.

Columbia Board of Education committee approves sexuality teaching policy  ABC17News.com

A committee of the Columbia Board of Education on Tuesday recommended the full board approve a policy conforms to state allow regarding disclosure of ...

The "No gay has" meme will make you question your sexuality  PopBuzz

It's all about the "No gay has" meme right now – and it's spread even further than LGBTQ+ Twitter. The idea is pretty simple, people are just listing qualities that ...

Country Singer Cameron Hawthorn Addresses His Sexuality In New Video  HuffPost

Dancing in the Living Room” shows the Kansas-born artist and a boyfriend sharing a tender embrace.

United Methodist Church to discuss sexuality at General Conference  WSFA

A big decision could come soon from the United Methodist Church as delegates will discuss language used in the denomination's book of discipline relating to ...

State Senate up next on bill to require Illinois public schools teach LGBT history  MDJOnline.com

The state Senate could soon vote on a measure that would require K-12 public schools in Illinois to teach LGBT history.

Creator of 'Brown n' Out' podcast, Reggie Condra, sits on opposite side of interview.  BurlingtonFreePress.com

The "Brown 'n Out" podcast launched in Feb. 2018. Creator Reggie Condra discussed his life, including how his race and sexuality fit in Vermont.

News of The Day March 19, 2019: From YSR Congress sting to Karan Johar’s sexuality; BIGGEST headlines  Times Now

News March 19, 2019, News of The Day: A sensational claim by YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) leader about fielding weak candidates against the BJP rocked ...

Why White Women Tried to Ban Native American Dances  JSTOR Daily

In the early 1920s, reformers obsessed over the sexual nature of some Pueblo rituals, and attempted to control their performance.

THEATRE REVIEW: Tumi Morake struts back onto stage with laugh-a-minute Tease!  Business Day

It's a rare treat to experience leading stand-up comedian Tumi Morake in a theatre and she is more than happy to return to her performance roots in a new ...

Karan Johar on his sexuality: ‘Don’t make it sound like I have a disease’  Times Now

Karan Johar has been quite uninhibited when it comes to his sexuality and preferences. But the filmmaker recently revealed that he has a problem with the ...

Liberal Australian Greens want to wipe out religious programs, replace them with LGBT agenda  Lifesite

Upcoming elections could help advance the party's goals of mandatory sex education and the 'removal of religious exemptions from anti-discrimination laws.'

The taboos around disability and sex put limits on everyone, disabled or not  The Guardian

Not only do they deny disabled people their right to a fulfilling sex life, they perpetuate rigid norms for the rest, says health and sexuality writer Aly Fixter.

This 'Broad City' Moment Nails The Frustration Of Being Pressured To Label Your Sexuality  Bustle

Spoilers ahead for Broad City Season 5, Episode 6. Ilana has always been open with her sexuality, but in the Feb. 28 episode of Broad City, it's Abbi's sexuality ...

'Lot' Paints An Unforgettable Portrait Of Houston And Its People  WBUR

New York and Los Angeles tend to get all the ink, but you could make an argument that Houston is the most uniquely American big city there is. Sprawling and ...

AJ Pritchard won't put 'labels' on his sexuality as he confirms same-sex couples on Strictly  Heart

Strictly Come Dancing pro AJ says labels are not necessary when dating, as he'll date whoever makes him happy.

Shaun T Claps Back at Beachbody Coach Who Criticized His Sexuality: ‘You Need to Be Coached’  PEOPLE.com

Shaun T won't stand for criticisms of his or anyone else's sexuality. The longtime Beachbody trainer, 40, clapped back at a woman on Instagram who complained ...

A common struggle  Mennonite World Review

Few of us dive eagerly into issues of sexuality and church governance, but the Mennonite Church USA Constituency Leaders Council knows it is necessary.

Tyler Posey hopes Now Apocalypse gay character inspires others  PinkNews

Tyler Posey said he was "excited" to play his first gay role in Now Apocalypse because he is comfortable with his sexuality and hopes to inspire others.

John Fashanu says lack of an openly gay player in the Premier League 'defies logic'  SkySports

Fashanu opened up on the death of his brother, Justin, who was the first £1m black footballer and the first openly gay professional in the English top flight.

Why is Netflix changing the viewing order for 'Love, Death & Robots'?  The Daily Dot

Some people are wondering if demographic data like race and gender effects how Netflix shows you the anthology series 'Love, Death & Robots.'

How My First LSD Trip Led Me to Accept My Sexuality  Filter

When I started getting seasick, my friends reassured me that there was nothing to be afraid of, because we would be together every step of the way. One of them ...

Black British men are reclaiming space in this new book Safe  Metro.co.uk

Writer and poet Derek Owusu looks at the black British male experience, with the help of 19 other journalists, writers, and poets.

Sam Smith opens up about identifying as non-binary  DigitalSpy.com

Sam Smith has opened up about his gender identity. The 'Stay With Me' singer has revealed that he doesn't identify himself as a male or female, explaining that ...

The Bachelor: Karamo Brown sparks outrage by asking if star is gay  PinkNews

Queer Eye's Karamo Brown has sparked outrage by suggesting on Twitter that The Bachelor star Colton Underwood might be gay.

'Witness Uganda' musical takes on neocolonialism, sexuality, AIDS, and rocks!  People's World

BEVERLY HILLS—The Uganda-set song and dance show now winding up its residency here at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts has an ...

Cray to receive the Sharon Barker Student Activism Award at UMaine  Kennebec Journal & Morning Sentinel

ORONO — Undergraduate Taylor Cray, of Readfield, is one of two students to be presented the Sharon Barker Student Activism Award during the 2019 ...

Activist and sexuality educator condemns white supremacy in modern spaces  Montana Kaimin

An activist and sexuality educator condemned white supremacy in all spaces in a speech Sunday night at the Black Solidarity Summit.

Could Henry Sias become the first trans male judge in the US?  SBS

Henry Sias is fighting for votes in Philadelphia, hoping to be elected the country's first trans male judge.

Royal Navy commander's life as proud bisexual in armed forces  Plymouth Live

"It's very easy to hide your sexuality, your sexual orientation, especially for bisexual people," Lr Cmdr Jones told ITV.