Bite the Fruit

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The Rainbow Flag is a symbol of pride for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning (or queer), intersex and ally (LGBTQIA) people. The colors reflect the diversity of the gay community and the spectrum of human sexuality and gender. Using a rainbow flag as a symbol of gay pride began in San Francisco in 1978. Its use has become the convention at LGBTQIA+ rights events in the US and worldwide. Many fly the rainbow flag to celebrate inclusivity, hope and freedom. The first rainbow flags were flown on June 25, 1978, at the San Francisco Gay Freedom Day Parade. The flags...

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The World Health Organization (WHO) announced the spread of monkeypox in countries where the virus is typically not endemic. Some 92 confirmed cases and 28 suspected cases have been reported as of May 21. The WHO noted that most cases, though not exclusively, have been identified among men who have sex with men (MSM). This has led to concern that these communities could face stigma or discrimination similar to their experience with regard to the HIV/AIDS epidemic during the 1980s hampering testing and vaccination efforts. Monkeypox will require vaccine strategy and outreach. Many healthcare officials worry that the outbreak’s association with the...

Grindr added "side" to its filter. Launched in 2009, Grindr is a very popular social networking and online dating app. Most of its 13 million users are members of the gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer community. The app allows members to create a personal profile which is then shared with other members based on filter and location settings. Members can contact each other, send pictures, make a video call, or arrange to meet. Adding “side” to Grindr’s profile is a big deal. Gay men, especially on an app like Grindr, typically lead with, “Are you a top, bottom or versatile?”...