Culture
Aug 28, 2026
And Nothing Can Ever Be the Same
On finally getting the right message from ‘Rocky Horror'
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Good News!
Aug 26, 2026
The Battle Against Proposed Estrogen Restrictions Was Fought By The Needle’s Readers
Anti-trans politics aren’t popular, and they aren't supported by the will of the people.
Opinion
Aug 25, 2026
Inside the Mindset of a Trans Woman in the CIA
There aren't many new people like Julia Curlee entering public service, in no small part because we often aren't allowed to work there anymore.
News
Aug 20, 2026
Intersex Children Shut Out As Hospitals Halt Gender-Affirming Care
The Trump Administration’s threats to defund facilities that treat trans minors is harming intersex youth who also need hormone therapy. “The federal government,” one mom said, “does not recognize, basically” that kids like hers exist.
Interview
Aug 17, 2026
Evangelical Pastor Turned Trans Politician Talks Plans for Elected Office
We caught back up with Joanna Whaley to discuss her primary election victory, what has happened in the last year, and her plans for the future.
News
Aug 12, 2026
Medicaid to Halt Coverage of Transgender Youth Healthcare
The rule changes are the latest steps in a campaign which the Trump administration has been waging since its first days back in office: ending trans healthcare, particularly for trans children.
News
Aug 11, 2026
This AI Chatbot Pushes Conversion Therapy on Trans Users
Detrans.ai claims to help people explore gender dysphoria with “balance.” Instead, it cites reactionary talking points and debunked science to question trans identity.