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Good News This Week: February 24, 2024 - Rhinos, Space, & Transplants

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...

Pattie Gonia sings in her new music video, dressed in a gold, feathery outfit in the woods

Drag queen and environmentalist Pattie Gonia dropped a new queer anthem — and we’re all crying

The song serves as an anthem for the LGBTQ+ community, drawing a parallel between their resilience and birds singing after surviving the night.

Screenshots of the Everywhere is Queer mobile app for Android

New app offers a global map, directory of LGBTQ-owned businesses

Originally a website, the directory of LGBTQ+ safe spaces has now launched as a free app on Apple Store and Google Play.

A screenshot of a TikTok by @justflintisfine, as well as the cover of the 2022 U.S. Transgender Survey

TikTok creator reacts to new study on transgender joy amid hardship: 'We're out there alive and happy'

The National Center for Transgender Equality surveyed 92,000 trans individuals and their study shows that 94% of respondents are happier than ever post-transition.

Two photos of drag queen Pattie Gonia and a headline from National Geographic, reading "They inspire us and teach us about the world: Meet our 2024 Travelers of the Year"

National Geographic names drag queen & climate activist Pattie Gonia Traveler of the Year 2024

Drag Queen Pattie Gonia was dubbed one of National Geographic's 2024 Travelers of the Year, joining a list of 8 other activists around the globe.

How To Add Pronouns To Your Instagram Profile

A quick and easy guide to adding pronouns on your Instagram profile — and the pronoun options currently available on the platform.

Stills from documentaries "Agent of Happiness," "Will & Harper," and "Black Box Diaries" at Sundance Film Festival 2024

9 must-see documentaries premiering at Sundance this year

Sundance Film Festival’s 40th annual gathering will include a slate of documentaries, exploring themes of racial justice, environmental impact, grassroots activism, and more.

A living room decorate with a brown CRT TV and a yellow sofa

Landmark Portrayals of LGBTQ+ Characters in US Sitcom History

While sitcoms can be used as a historical record of the cultural values of their time, they also offer insight into what — and who — was not valued.

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They/Them Pronouns Meaning: What To Know

A guide to what “they/them” pronouns mean. Sharing pronouns can make friend circles, workplaces, and everyday interactions more inclusive for everyone.

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He/Him Pronouns Meaning: What To Know

A guide to what “he/him” pronouns mean. Sharing pronouns can make friend circles, workplaces, and everyday interactions more inclusive for everyone.

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She/Her Pronouns Meaning: What To Know

A guide to what “she/her” pronouns mean. Sharing pronouns can make friend circles, workplaces, and everyday interactions more inclusive for everyone.

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She/They Pronouns Meaning: What To Know

A guide to what “she/they” pronouns mean. Sharing pronouns can make friend circles, workplaces, and everyday interactions more inclusive for everyone.