January 25 2026, 08:15 
Here are this week’s 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.
Congratulations — you’ve made it past winter’s darkest days! (Literally! The days are just getting longer from now until the middle of summer.) But seeing as most of the U.S. is experiencing winter storms this weekend, let our weekly Good News Roundup help keep you warm!
And to get you started, remember when the teen voice actor from Disney’s quasi-gay film Luca surprised fans by coming out as bisexual? How about the saucy 9-year-old girl who had the best response to a granny who said she lost her appetite when she saw a gay couple on TV? And what about the heartwarming story of the 91-year-old man who finally celebrated Pride after coming out at age 89?
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Drag queen raises thousands for charity after her Erika Kirk performance goes viral
Erika Kirk was criticized for her flashy appearances following the death of her MAGA influencer husband.
Landmark commission unanimously approves church’s rainbow steps
The church responded to the nearby erasure of the queer community with color and style.
Japanese pop group Xtraordinary Girls changes name after member comes out as nonbinary
The new name “represents the innate creativity, individuality and forward-thinking energy embedded within each member of XG.”
Watch out for bad drivers during weekend winter storms!
Elon Musk’s trans daughter Vivian Wilson stars in Rihanna’s latest lingerie campaign
Wilson is one of the faces of Savage X Fenty’s 2026 Valentine’s collection.
Democrats celebrate as anti-trans provisions are removed from Health & Human Services funding bill
The church is responding after a nearby Pride crosswalk was forcibly removed.
Virginia takes one step closer to enshrining marriage equality in its state constitution
It’s up to the voters now.
That mirror ball looks a little…. erm… restrained
These trans collectives are fighting hate with a lot of laughter & a little lube wrestling
Swamp Bois & Doll Dynasty are rooted in a belief that joy, play, & social connection are essential to mutual aid and caring for a community.
Faith Deconstruction For Dummies: Why I became a gay Black pastor in the South
I never wanted to be a pastor. Yes, I know it may seem almost sacrilegious…
Comedians & pundits clown Trump for taking winner’s Nobel Peace Prize
The late-night hosts and political commentators certainly didn’t pull any punches!
Remember to always find inspiration in the unlikeliest places!
From our sibling sites:
- OUTSPORTS: Former basketball pro AJ Ogilvy comes out as gay
- INTO: 6 smart ways Gen Z is defying the odds and becoming homeowners
- QUEERTY: She holds the Guinness World Record for her career as a Madonna impersonator & she has a tale to tell
- GAYCITIES: This LA comedy festival is packed with queer talent and a tribute to Pee-Wee Herman