LGBTQ News and More
State Rep Brian Sims, LGBTQ Candidates Lose Bids for Office in Pennsylvania
LGBTQ+ candidates running for in the state of the U.S. Senate, lieutenant governor, and a seat in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives in Philadelphia's "gayborhood" each lost their races in the Keystone State's May 17 Democratic primary.
State Dept Pushing to See Griner; NBA Commissioner Weighs In
The State Department said Tuesday that it still pushing to have regular contact with WNBA star Brittney Griner of the Phoenix Mercury, who has been detained in Russia for nearly three months.
'Pharma Bro' Shkreli Freed from Prison for Halfway House
Convicted pharmaceutical executive Martin Shkreli was freed Wednesday from prison after serving much of a seven-year prison sentence for lying to hedge fund investors and cheating investors in a drug company.
Jill Biden, Selena Gomez Lead Talk on Youth Mental Health
Selena Gomez joined first lady Jill Biden and U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy at the White House on Wednesday for a conversation about youth mental health.
No More Streaming-Only Debuts for Oscar Hopefuls
The Oscars are getting back to normal, eligibility-wise. After two years of pandemic-related adjustments, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said Wednesday that Oscar hopefuls will once again have to launch their films in movie theaters.
2022 is the Year of All-Inclusive Travel, and Here's Why
The image of all-inclusive travel is changing, as hotel companies expand their offerings, while redefining what all-inclusive means.
Elton John Doc 'Goodbye Yellow Brick Road' Lands at Disney
Sir Elton John is preparing to say goodbye in fabulous splendor, with the help of a documentary crew and the Walt Disney Co.
Jonny McGovern Seeks First GoGo Superstar on Reality Competition
For his latest project, queer influencer Jonny McGovern turns to a staple of LGBTQ culture — the GoGo boy — and goes all "Drag Race" with them.
US Case of Monkeypox Reported in Massachusetts Man
Massachusetts on Wednesday reported a rare case of monkeypox in a man who recently traveled to Canada, and health officials are looking into whether it is connected to small outbreaks in Europe.
Watch: 'Queer as Folk,' Uncensored 'Bros' Trailers Arrive
The trailers for Peacock's "Queer as Folk" reimagining and Billy Eichner's upcoming rom-com "Bros." The latter is set to hit theaters 9/30, but its trailer is already making a steamy debut. "Queer as Folk" is set for a June premiere on TV.
News
Gay Student Says School Stopping Run for Student Leadership
A 17-year-old gay student who was suspended for leading protests at his high school against Florida's so-called Don't Say Gay legislation says school administrators are now stopping him from running for senior class president.
Entertainment
Review: The Woman, The Myth, The Miniseries: 'Angelyne' Unveils the '80s Sensation
Before the internet or social networking, one individual became one of the most famous people on the planet, just for a billboard! Emmy Rossum stars as "Angelyne" in the Peacock series.
Business
Consumers Shift Again, Flummoxing Big Retailers Like Target
The pandemic vastly changed the way Americans spend money and now as they return to pre-pandemic behavior, they're tripping up retailers again.
Technology
With Roe in Doubt, Some Fear Tech Surveillance of Pregnancy
Online searches. Period apps. Fitness trackers. Advice helplines. GPS. The often obscure companies collecting our health history and geolocation data may know more about us than we know ourselves.
Finance
How to Sell Bitcoin Through a Peer-to-Peer Exchange
Do you want to buy or sell Bitcoin through a peer-to-peer exchange? If so, here's a guide to help you transact safely.
Cars
French Carmaker Renault to Sell Russian Operations to Moscow
Russia will take control of French car manufacturer Renault's operations in the country and resurrect a Soviet-era auto brand, officials said Monday.
Style
Green Options Transforming a Wedding Industry Prone to Waste
The wedding industry remains fraught with waste, but a growing contingent of couples is pushing for more sustainable changes.
Health/Fitness
UK Officials: 4 Men Infected With 'Rare' Monkeypox in London
British health authorities say they identified four "rare and unusual" cases of the disease monkeypox among men who appear to have been infected in London and had no history of travel to the African countries where the smallpox-like disease is endemic.
Travel
White House Moves to Loosen Remittance, Flight Rules on Cuba
The Biden administration says it will expand flights to Cuba, take steps to loosen restrictions on U.S. travelers to the island, and lift Trump-era restrictions on remittances.
Nightlife
RuPaul's DragCon LA :: May 13-15, 2022
Presented by RuPaul and World of Wonder Productions, RuPaul's DragCon LA took place with its 10th ever in-person convention.
Recent Reviews
Review: Jonathan Agassi Saved My Life a Compelling Cautionary Tale
A cautionary tale that pierces the glamorous illusions of the porn industry, this is not a movie that will prop up anyone's fantasies; rather, it's a splash of cold water flung on a fever dream.
Review: 'Legendary' Raises The Stakes For Season Three
Get ready to gag on the hottest competition series on television when Season 3 of HBO Max's "Legendary" returns and raises the stakes, transforming the ballroom scene into a battlefield.
Review: The Players Put It Together with Stylish Sondheim Revue
The Players at Barker Playhouse are finishing their season with the highly stylish musical revue "Putting It Together," featuring the music of legendary composer/lyricist Stephen Sondheim.