Here are this weeks most popular positive stories, with some fun social media posts tossed in too. Like seeing uplifting content like this?Sign up for our Good News email.Even when the summer heat is on and the news is making us sweat, its important to remember that the LGBTQ+ community is still going loud and growing proud in big, beautiful ways. This weeks roundup has numerous instances of queer communities pulling together, families supporting each other, and some huge victories worldwide.But before we jump in, did you hear how California is filling the gap after the president recently ended the helpline for LGBTQ+ youth? Did you hear about the newly unveiled Boston park honoring the trailblazing trans woman who inspired the Trans Day of Remembrance? And did you know that LGBTQ+ people of color broke records and made history with this years Emmy nominations? Shes got Betty Davis eye! (singular) Never Miss a Beat Subscribe to our newsletter to stay ahead of the latest LGBTQ+ political news and insights. Subscribe to our Newsletter today View this post on Instagram A post shared by Myles (@camp.o.rama) Queer runner Caster Semenya wins legal victory against World Athletics sports policyThe sports body tried to force her to reduce her testosterone levels. A higher court of human rights said, No way.Daughter of Norwegian princess becomes countrys first royal to come outMaud Angelica Behn earned the title of Bravest Woman in Norway in 2020, and she continues to demonstrate that bravery. Community rallies against churchs anti-gay sermonsThe protestors held signs that said, Trans rights are human rights, Stop the hate, and True Christians preach love. Sylvester wants to funk with you! View this post on Instagram A post shared by @80svintagemusicDemocrats cheer as GOP governor vetoes two anti-LGBTQ+ billsGov. Kelly Ayotte (R) called one of the laws overly broad and impractical. Celebrate 10 years of marriage equality with 20 celebrity couples who wed during the last decadeLet wedding bells ring with these LGBTQ+ stars whove tied the knot. My dad struggled when I came out as a trans man. Then he danced with me at my wedding.There was no awkwardness. No performance of masculinity from either of us. Just love, plain and simple.This modern mash-up of The Birds stars Outkast and Sesame Street View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bell Brothers (@hellobellbros) Ukraine court recognizes same-sex couple as a family in historic LGBTQ+ victoryA very big and important step toward marriage equality in Ukraine, and a small victory in our struggle for simple family happiness, one of the men said. White House reverses plans to cut global HIV/AIDS program PEPFARPEPFAR has saved millions of lives and will continue to do so.Trans wrestling group provides a hot antidote to toxic masculinityThe standing room only spectacles are making the latent and homoeroticism of WWE wrestling overt. And dont forget to enjoy some sun & fun this weekend! View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Broadway Enthusiast (@broadwayfocus) From our sibling sites:QUEERTY: The Gay National Anthem? Why Connie Francis Where The Boys Are is a queer classicINTO: Five underrated lesbian movies you need to watch immediatelyOUTSPORTS: Gay former golf pro helps young golfers navigate future careersGAYCITIES: These queer bookstores are more essential than ever