Lil Nas X returns with “World’s Greatest!,” a deeply personal new single and Atlanta-shot music video connecting his past and present. JRL CHARTS.

By: Paul Goldberg, Senior Editor | JRL CHARTS – LGBTQ News WASHINGTON, D.C. — (October 1, 2026) — LGBTQ young people contacting the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline once again have access to specialized ...

Pete Hegseth unveils a new autonomous warfare command, Project Meridian, Fortress America and plans for a major new U.S. military base. | JRL CHARTS

XGEN Products is shipping 24 new Lapdance Legs styles to retailers. JRL CHARTS spotlights four designs from the new hosiery collection.

Milo and Nico bring gaming, playful chemistry and young-adult attraction together in Naughty Gamer, the new September 30 release from Staxus.

Angel of Bogota debuts File 63 “Straight or Not?” as Diego meets a younger straight motorcycle driver and puts a price on curiosity. JRL CHARTS reports.

Gavin Newsom signs six California LGBTQ bills covering trans veterans, healthcare privacy, PrEP, conversion therapy and college protections. | JRL CHARTS

Dimitrios and Riko reunite in Madrid for Dimitrios & Riko Unleashed, the latest release from the LatinBoyz Network. Read more on JRL CHARTS.

Angel of Bogota debuts File 63 “Straight or Not?” as Diego meets a younger straight motorcycle driver and puts a price on curiosity. JRL CHARTS reports.

RIIZE brings a cinematic summer rush to JRL CHARTS J-Pop News with “Sunburst,” its stunning Japanese single and music video.

Trump ally Kurt Olsen has left the DOJ’s “grand conspiracy” investigation as additional prosecutor departures raise new questions. JRL CHARTS reports.

Micky Grant returns to BelAmi for a new solo photoshoot with Eliot Klein, putting the model's muscular physique center stage in a minimalist set.

Williams Trading Bundle Mania goes live Sept. 29–30 with two days of B2B presentations featuring 20 leading pleasure product brands.

LGBTQ students lose a major federal Title IX protection as the Trump administration formally rescinds Biden-era rules protecting sexual orientation and gender identity.

Gay adult star Alfonso Osnaya says men mocked his career before he was knocked unconscious outside Beaux in San Francisco’s Castro District.

BE:FIRST unleashes explosive choreography in “DEAD EYES EVERYWHERE” feat. ATL Jacob, closing out the group’s global WATCH ME EP. JRL CHARTS.

Americans face growing pressure to look wealthy online as credit card debt reaches $1.26 trillion. JRL CHARTS examines the fake-rich economy.

LISA’s ‘SaWaDiKa’ races beyond 185 million YouTube views as the Bangkok-shot Thai hip-hop anthem launches her new PRESS PLAY era. JRL CHARTS.

MODUS VIVENDI unveils its FW 26/27 Varsity Line in the Joga Bonito campaign, bringing Brazilian football energy to men’s underwear. JRL CHARTS.

LGBTQ migrants with U.S. protections are being sent to third countries under an expanding deportation policy. JRL CHARTS examines the risks.

Tom Houston reunites with Bart Cuban for their fifth BelAmi production as John Leto joins the pair in Cape Town. Watch the official trailer.

The Trump DOJ moves to intervene in Elon Musk and X’s court challenge to the EU’s €120 million Digital Services Act fine.

Nxt takes the spotlight in Williams Trading’s September 25 Weekly New Arrivals, bringing retailers another fresh assortment of products. | JRL CHARTS

ONEUS launches a new chapter with the powerful “Say Yes!” MV from 12th mini album FIRST LIGHT : 井. Watch the K-pop comeback on JRL CHARTS.

Gay adult film star Kevin Williams has died at 60. JRL CHARTS remembers his career with Catalina Video, Falcon Studios and other classic titles.

ENLI turns desire, deception and haunting attraction into a striking visual experience in the “Angel Eyes” music video. Watch it on JRL CHARTS Gay Music News.

Blush expands B Yours with Berry and Ocean Vibrating Plugs, bringing 10 vibration modes and an approachable design to retailers. | JRL CHARTS

Brent crude surged past $107 as energy costs threaten inflation and small businesses. JRL CHARTS examines the LGBTQ business impact and cable news gap.

Dr. Anthony Fauci will be honored as Equality Forum launches 2026 LGBT History Month and recognizes 31 LGBT Icons. JRL CHARTS reports.

Our Erotic Journey served as exclusive gift bag sponsor for PornCrush’s 4th Annual End of Summer Pool Party in Hollywood Hills. | JRL CHARTS

Strap-On-Me pairs its redesigned Desirous Harness with the Multi Orgasm Dildo, giving retailers two complementary additions. JRL CHARTS reports.

Marvel’s Wolverine players report Mystique’s marriage to Tyger has been blurred and muted in some regional versions of the PS5 game. JRL CHARTS reports.

A new Outright International survey finds deep funding losses among LGBTQ groups worldwide, with 36% of affected organizations at risk of closure. JRL CHARTS reports.

Angel of Bogota returns with File 62 – We Never Met, a 75-minute release where money, temptation and a carefully guarded secret collide. | JRL CHARTS

Full Circle Brands expands Savage Sex Sauce with new LITE Water-Based Lubricant, adding a fresh formula to the Miami Distro collection. | JRL CHARTS

Leaked White House talking points reveal how Republicans are being told to defend Trump's CNN, MS NOW and Politico media ban. | JRL CHARTS

UNT removed its LGBTQ archive webpage after criticism from Texas Rep. Brian Harrison, raising new concerns over LGBTQ history and academic freedom. | JRL CHARTS

Corbin Fisher puts fitness-loving Chris center stage in “Chris Shows Off,” a new workout-themed solo release. JRL CHARTS reports.

XR Brands expands JOCK with Spark, Volt, Shockwave and Power Pulse e-stim products, bringing new electro technology to retailers. JRL CHARTS reports.

Trump’s ban on CNN, MS NOW and Politico triggers a major TV pool revolt, lawsuit and White House event without normal pool audio. JRL CHARTS reports.

Osvaldo Supino returns to the Venice Film Festival and confirms new music arriving September 29. Get the latest on JRL CHARTS Gay Music News.

ORION Wholesale expands WYNE with the waterproof Masturbator 12, combining vibration, suction, rotation and thrusting. JRL CHARTS reports.

KIAN unveils the hypnotic “Shh!” music video as Kristian Kostov blends dark pop, high fashion, romance and fragrance in his new era. | JRL CHARTS

NYU Langone agrees to an $8.5M DOJ settlement ending gender-affirming medical care for minors as LGBTQ advocates warn of shrinking access in New York. | JRL CHARTS

ATEEZ leader Hongjoong joins Bazzi for “ENOuGH,” an intimate pop collaboration with a cinematic new music video. Watch it on JRL CHARTS K-Pop News.

Zach Braff stars in Clean Hands, the true-story crime drama about a narcotics officer confronting his daughter’s opioid addiction. Watch the trailer on JRL CHARTS.

Trump announces plans for an AI Force and new AI czar while rejecting calls to slow development and polling followers on renaming AI. JRL CHARTS reports.

Nico Alessi makes his Freshmen debut alongside Sasha Hamilton in “Sasha & Nico,” revealing the first scene he ever filmed. JRL CHARTS reports.

Trump bars CNN, Politico and MS NOW reporters from the White House, igniting a new First Amendment press-freedom battle. JRL CHARTS reports.