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 during the hottest summer days, theres a lot of cool news to go around. This time, theres a celebrity lesbian wedding, some very clever (and musical) protestors, and also a blessing from the new Pope wow! Related They tried to kick out their trans sorority sister, but she fought back and won Oh, and before we get into the good news, check out these 10 must-know facts about transgender history that you didnt learn in school, listen in on these trans men who share the intimacy, intimidation, & insights theyve faced in gay bathhouses, and wed love to hear from our older readers about how things have changed for LGBTQ+ people in your lifetime.Do you like Pride cupcakes?? 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 Irvingh Bolaos (@irvingh_bolanos)Pete Buttigieg shares sweet story of his & Chastens first date on couples 10th anniversaryThe couple has long melted hearts with their adorable love and clear commitment to remaining a visible beacon of whats possible for LGBTQ+ people. Kazoo counterprotestors drown out anti-LGBTQ+ preachers rallyThe joyful counterprotest brought out around 200 people theres even video! Chlo Grace Moretz & Kate Harrison marry in glamorous private ceremonyThe actress and models beautiful wedding gowns were designed by Nicolas Ghesquire and Louis Vuitton.Some classic Wuthering Heights from Kate Bush View this post on Instagram A post shared by @postpunk_80 European advocate general recommends requiring member states to recognize trans peoples gendersBy failing to recognize the gender identity of a transgender person, prevents that person from enjoying a right guaranteed by EU law, he wrote. A gay couple became foster parents as a temporary way to do good. Instead, it reshaped their lives.Parenthood can take many shapes sometimes temporary, sometimes permanent, but always powerful.Meet Kuina: a stunning example of positive trans representation on televisionKuinas story in Alice in Borderland is a refreshing celebration of a transgender woman as a complex and empowered human being. Lets boogie at the legendary gay dance Club LeRay! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Archive Queen (@there_is_no_planet_earth) Pope meets with LGBTQ+ Catholic advocate: It was wonderful. It was very consoling & encouraging.The Jesuit priest said Leo will continue Pope Francis Todos, todos, todos message of inclusion.Protestors across Florida rally against rainbow crosswalk removals: We will not be erasedIt feels like they were trying to scrounge up the next thing to make us feel like nothing, and I think today shows that they failed. Now more than ever: Community is what sustains usOut & Equal will advance LGBTQ+ workplace inclusion through learning, networking, and shared action this October. And before you leave some good luck from our magic cats! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Big Heart Rising Crystals (@bigheartrising)From our sibling sites:OUTSPORTS: Kate Scott will be 1st woman to call NFL game for Westwood OneINTO: Heres how to support transgender youth, according to trans teensQUEERTY: This 40s singer had a secret gay past thats now coming to lightGAYCITIES: Burning Man, a retrospective in pictures