At the 2026 Winter Olympics, Sweden’s Anna Kjellbin and Finland’s Ronja Savolainen will battle on the ice as rivals—and celebrate their engagement off it.
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Houston will host seven FIFA World Cup matches in 2026, and the city’s LGBTQ community is already planning major events, including an earlier Pride Parade, Pride House Houston 26, and business partnerships for visitors.
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The Supreme Court heard arguments on whether Idaho and West Virginia bans violate transgender athletes’ rights, as attorneys debated discrimination, Title IX, and equal protection.
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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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Seattle organizers plan Pride-themed events around a June World Cup match, but Egypt and Iran have objected, creating a high-profile test of FIFA’s approach to LGBTQ visibility and host-city autonomy.
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The Gay Softball World Series wrapped up in Houston with dazzling performances, awards presentations, and a celebration that showcased the city’s pride, resilience, and LGBTQ community spirit.
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Hundreds of athletes and supporters packed 713 Music Hall in downtown Houston for the Opening Stampede of the 48th annual Gay Softball World Series. The kickoff event welcomed teams from across the country, marking the…
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Jeff Harmon’s Varsity Bar opens at the former Eagle Houston site, honoring Montrose’s LGBTQ legacy while adding a fresh mix of sports, music, and entertainment.
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The 2025 Gay Softball World Series returns to Houston this fall, led by the Montrose Softball League and the community figures who helped make it happen.
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