Trump gives to anti-LGBTQ religious organization, Janelle Monáe slays at the Oscars and Sex Education gets renewed

Here’s what to expect from Xtra Weekly, Feb. 14


Hey, loves! No Valentine’s Day plans? No problem! Xtra Weekly has some sweet—and spicy—stories for you this week .

Take a peek at this week’s Xtra Weekly:

QUEER NEWS AROUND THE WORLD

The Trump administration gave more than $500,000 to an ultra-conservative, anti-LGBTQ religious organization called Hookers for Jesus . Also this week: Switzerland voters vie to make anti-LGBTQ discrimination illegal, and the first gay marriage in Northern Ireland .

TBH, CULTURE IS QUEER

Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union continue to be the best when it comes to their gender nonconforming kid, Zaya. Plus: Sex Education is coming back with a third season! Janelle Monáe’s Oscar opener was everything. And apparently all-male naked yoga is very steamy .

All these stories and more in this week’s Xtra Weekly. Whether you’re single, partnered, throupled or married to a box of chocolates, have a lovin’ weekend.

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Here’s this week’s GIF, valentine.

Janelle Monae dances from her video,

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