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Olympian Tom Daley Announces Knitting Book, Coming in November
Tom Daley announced he is writing a book about knitting that will hit shelves in November.
Indiana House Backs Override on Veto of Trans Sports Ban
The Republican-dominated Indiana House voted Tuesday to override the GOP governor's veto of a bill banning transgender females from competing in girls school sports.
Louisiana Gov Faces Decision on Transgender Athlete Bill
A bill to keep transgender women and girls in Louisiana from competing on college and K-12 women's and girls' athletic teams won final legislative passage Monday in the state Senate.
Louisiana Bill Limiting Trans Athletes Nears Governor's Desk
A bill that would keep transgender women and girls in Louisiana from competing on college and K-12 women's and girls' athletic teams was approved 72-21 by the state House, moving the bill closer to the desk of Gov. John Bel Edwards.
South Carolina Governor Signs Transgender Sports Ban Bill
South Carolina's governor has quietly signed into law a bill that would ban transgender students from playing girls' or women's sports in public schools and colleges.
PSG Player Criticized for Missing Anti-Homophobia Day Game
A group fighting homophobia in soccer has called on the French league and Paris Saint-Germain to ask player Idrissa Gueye for an explanation missing a game amid reports that he refused to play because he didn't want to wear a rainbow numb on his jersey.
Out Aussie Soccer Star Josh Cavallo 'Proud' He Inspired Newly Out Jake Daniels
Openly gay Australian soccer star Josh Cavallo praised Jake Daniels' "courage" in coming out and expressed pride in being a role model.
English Soccer Player Jake Daniels Says He is Gay
English soccer player Jake Daniels said he is gay on Monday in a trailblazing moment for the European men's game.
British Footballer Set to Come Out as Gay This Week
The British tabloid The Sun is reporting that a gay teenage footballer is about to come out as gay. He has been given the full backing of teammates and officials at his Championship club.
Watch Out Olympian Dominic Clarke Wow 'The Voice' Judges with His Vocal Chops
Last year out Olympian Dominic Clarke made headlines as part of the Australian gymnastics team where he made the finals for performing on the trampoline. This week he wowed the judges on Australia's "The Voice" with his vocal prowess.
Tennessee Governor Signs Collegiate Transgender Athlete Ban
Republican Gov. Bill Lee on Friday signed off on legislation banning transgender athletes from participating in female college sports.
S. Carolina Nears Transgender Sports Ban after Senate Vote
The South Carolina Senate approved a bill Wednesday that would ban transgender students from playing girls' or women's sports in public schools and colleges.
US Officials: Brittney Griner Considered Wrongfully Detained
The Biden administration has determined that WNBA star Brittney Griner is being wrongfully detained in Russia, meaning the U.S. will more aggressively work to secure her release even as the legal case against her plays out, two U.S. officials said.
NFL Prospect Trey McBride Talks About Loving His 2 Moms
The top NFL prospect appeared on NBC's "Today" to discuss the positive impact his two moms have had on his life.
Nordic Handball Player Comes Out, with Playful Quote, on Significant Anniversary
Ola Hoftun Lillelien showed both gay and civic pride when he came out on the 50th anniversary of Norway's decriminalization of homosexuality. — and quoted the affirming words of the country's king while he was at it.
Out Skater Jason Brown Pushes to Be Best Version of Self
Going from the Winter Olympic in China to touring the U.S. with "Stars on Ice" is how out skater Jason Brown is spending 2022. EDGE spoke with the Olympian about the Games, touring and his dedication to skating.
Will Russian Prisoner Exchange Impact Brittney Griner?
Brittney Griner remains detained in Russia; it's unclear how an unexpected prisoner exchange between the United States and Russia that freed marine veteran Trevor Reed will affect her status.
Italian Gold Medalist Skier Apologizes for Anti-Gay, Anti-Trans Remarks
Italian champion skier Sofia Goggia is now walking back some anti-LGBTQ+ remarks, including claims that trans women have "hormonal" advantages in sports and gay men are too scared for downhill skiing.
2 Months after Griner's Arrest, Mystery Surrounds Her Case
Griner is a prominent gay, Black woman facing trial in a country where authorities have been hostile to the LGBTQ community.
Mega Dance Company Bred Culture of Sex, Silence, Dancers Say
Behind the bright lights and pulsing music, some dancers say they were sexually assaulted, harassed and manipulated by the company's powerful founder and famous teachers and choreographers.