LGBTQ News and More
Andrew Yang Makes Tone-Deaf Appearance to NYC LGBTQ Group
Andrew Yang's NYC mayoral campaign hit a speed bump this week when he sought the endorsement of a major LGBTQ advocacy group.
First Look: 'RuPaul's Drag Race' Final 4 Red Carpet Looks
The final four have been put through the paces of fashion, comedy, choreography, singing and impersonation. Now, they'll take their final walk to determine who will continue the drag legacy.
Peloton's 'King of Quarantine' Cody Rigsby Takes Fear Out of Fitness
Peloton's Cody Rigsby has become the go-to instructor for the new exercise giant. EDGE spoke to the former dancer about his newfound celebrity, his love of pop divas and how he wants to take the fear out fitness.
Frayed or Fab? 'RuPaul's Drag Race' Season Recap: Kandy Muse
Perhaps this season's most polarizing contestant, Kandy Muse could be both sweet and spicy. Her personality took her to the final four but will she win the crown? Here's a recap of her final runway looks — you decide.
Disney's Pixar Looking to Cast a Trans Actress for New Movie
Pixar is be looking to cast a transgender voice artist for an upcoming film about a trans teenager, with the casting notice calling for a performer who "can authentically portray a 14-year-old transgender girl".
N. Ireland Calls for 'Conversion Therapy' Ban; Boris Johnson Urged to Follow Suit
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is facing calls to back a ban on so-called "conversion therapy" following the passage of a non-binding resolution by lawmakers in Northern Ireland.
Translations: Seattle Transgender Film Festival Streams May 6-9
One of few transgender-focused film festivals in the world, the Translations: Seattle Transgender Film Festival is back online again for its 16th year.
OUTshine Outdoes Itself with 2021 Digital Edition
OUTshine Film Festival Miami edition is not letting the pandemic slow things down. In its 23rd year, the preeminent LGBTQ Florida Film Fest will feature 80 entries from around the world, running April 23rd to May 2nd.
Comedian Eric Andre Says He was Racially Profiled; Police Deny Wrongdoing
Comedian Eric Andre called it racial profiling, but a police department working at Atlanta's airport describes what happened as a "consensual encounter."
First Look: Governor Cuomo Reveals New Plans for Penn Station
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo unveiled new reconstruction options for transforming Penn Station -- the nation's busiest transportation facility --into a world-class, 21st century transportation hub as part of the proposed Empire Station Complex.
News
What Is Ethereum And How Does It Work?
Unlike Bitcoin — and most other virtual currencies — Ethereum is intended to be much more than simply a medium of exchange or a store of value.
Entertainment
Netflix's 'The Circle' has its Own Hunky Virgin with Buff Mitchell Eason
New to Netflix's addictive reality show "The Circle" is the hunky Mitchell Eason, a self-described virgin who arrived in episode five this week.
Business
Another Soda Tax Bill Dies. Another Win for Big Soda.
A rogue industry. A gun to our head. Extortion. That's how infuriated lawmakers described soft drink companies — and what they pulled off when they scored a legislative deal that bars California's cities and counties from imposing taxes on sugary drinks.
Technology
Nigerian Pastor's YouTube Channel Yanked after Footage of Assaults, 'Gay Cure' Claims
YouTube shut down a Nigerian pastor's channel following complaints about videos that showed congregants being assaulted in the name of driving out "demons" that supposedly made them gay.
Finance
Was Your Loan Denied? Here's What To Do
It can be a painful experience when a lender rejects your loan application. Although you might not know what to do, you can take steps to increase your approval odds for future applications.
Cars
India's Electric Vehicles Face Practical, Technical Hurdles
EVs are a rarity in India, but the country is now making an ambitious push for what it calls "electric mobility," to reduce smog. But the effort is plagued with technological and logistical hurdles.
Style
Watch: Q by Qs Enables Fashion Savvy to Design Their Own Shoes
Ready to step out in style this spring? EDGE chats with luxury menswear designer Que Shebley about his bespoke brand, Q by Qs in our new Facebook Live series 'On the EDGE.'
Health/Fitness
Doctors Scramble to Understand Long COVID, but Causes and Prognosis Are Elusive
For people suffering with lingering, debilitating symptoms months after a bout with COVID, pinning down a definition for long covid may seem pointless. They just want relief.
Travel
Pandemic Puts Tulips, Bluebells, Cherry Blossoms in Hiding
There is no stopping flowers when they bloom, blossoms when they burst. Unfortunately, people have been stopped from enjoying them these days.
Nightlife
Syphilis Cases in California Drive a Record-Setting Year for STDs Nationwide
In certain circles of San Francisco, a case of syphilis can be as common and casual as the flu.
Recent Reviews
Review: Sci-Fi Drama 'Stowaway' Features a Great Cast and Intriguing Premise, but Fails to Launch
The sci-fi chamber piece - starring Anna Kendrick, Daniel Dae Kim, Shamier Anderson, and Toni Collette - features an intriguing premise, but never fully explores the depths of its characters or moral dilemma.
Review: 'Sublet' a Sweet Story of Intergenerational Friendship
Eytan Fox brings his usual empathy and sense of fun to his new film, and - as always - shows us a Tel Aviv we can fall in love with.
Review: 'The Furies,' an Overlooked Masterpiece, Gets a Significant Upgrade on Blu-ray
Anthony Mann's classic western "The Furies" is now available on Blu-ray from The Criterion Collection, in a significant improvement over their 2008 DVD release. This new edition adds some features as well.