This Week in Sex: Writer Outs Bert and Ernie, Producers Shove Them Back in the Closet
In a surprising denial from the typically inclusive show, the makers of Sesame Street say that the puppets are best friends, not partners.
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Why Parents Fear ‘The Talk’ and What Kids Want Out of It
Two recent studies find that parents are afraid of messing up, but teens want guidance and frank information about sex.
This Week in Sex: You Might Want to Skip These Vaginal ‘Enhancements’ and Yoni Beer
We're fine with not having jade eggs in our bodies. And equally fine with regular yeast and hops in our brews.
This Week in Sex: More Evidence the HPV Vaccine Isn’t Causing Teen Sexapalooza
In case you needed more proof ... though we've been through this how many times before?
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Gavel Drop: Anti-Choice Groups Go to Bat for Kavanaugh on the High Court
In other not-so-surprising news: Trump wants to shut Omarosa up—and maybe shut her up in jail for disclosing information. Both may be difficult.
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Ask a Queer Chick: How Do I Process My Friends’ Trauma Without Taking It on Myself?
Also: What do I do about my crush on my friend? And: How do I date?
