The Supreme Court heard arguments on whether Idaho and West Virginia bans violate transgender athletes’ rights, as attorneys debated discrimination,…
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After a life-altering injury, Malissa Dunnings shifted from financial services to wellness, founding Composition ID Houston with a focus on…
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Dr. Trevor Boffone’s 40 Before 40 series turned social media into a space for joy, performance, and community building, blending…
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Shookarena is an up-and-coming Houston drag queen blending camp, cosplay, and commentary. From thrifted denim looks to sharp takes on…
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For JuJu Faragher, wellness is a lived, imperfect practice. Through yoga, storytelling, and community work, he centers rest, affirmation, and…
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After a serious injury, Thomas Ramon rediscovered wellness through hiking and community. Now an ambassador for LGBTQ Outdoors Houston, he’s…
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From sports and activism to art and culture, OutSmart’s 2025 cover stars define the voices telling Houston’s LGBTQ stories.
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Here's a look at the stories that most engaged—and enraged—OutSmart readers in 2025.
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