LBGTQ News and More
Bomb Targets California Anti-LGBTQ Church; FBI Investigates
A bomb went off Jan. 23 at a California church that is known for its pastor's attacks on LGBTQ people, women, Black Lives Matter, and the Jewish community. The church had faced protests for its extremist views.
Defense Chief Orders Review of Military Sex Assault Programs
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, in his first directive since taking office, has given his senior leaders two weeks to send him reports on sexual assault prevention programs in the military, and an assessment of what has worked and what hasn't.
Make it Personal: Our Favorite Customized Valentine's Day Gifts
Are you stumped on what to give your better half this Valentine's Day? Make it personal with a unique gift that shows your creativity as well as your love.
Frayed or Fab? 'Rupaul's Drag Race Fashion Recap, Episode 4
The queens reunited in Episode 4 — let the competition begin! The final runway, "Trains... for Days" catapulted some to the front of the pack and left others in the caboose. Find out what we thought of this week's fashion.
Poirier Knocks Out Conor McGregor in 2nd Round at UFC 257
Dustin Poirier stopped Conor McGregor with a flurry of punches midway through the second round Sunday, avenging his loss to the Irish superstar with a knockout victory at UFC 257.
How to Stay Safe with New Fast-Spreading Coronavirus on the Loose
A fast-spreading variant of the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 has been found in at least 20 states, and people are wondering: How do I protect myself now?
Study: PrEP Use Rising, Still Low Among Gay, Bisexual Men
A scholarly paper based on surveys of gay and bisexual men finds that while PrEP use has increased, only a fraction of men who have sex with men have taken it up — and a third of those abandon PrEP over time.
Son of Nigerian Anti-LGBTQ Pol Declares He's 'Gay AF' in Sexy Insta Post
The son of a high-profile, and intensely anti-LGTBQ, politician came out on Instagram, dressed in rainbow shorts, holding a Pride flag, and declaring himself to be "gay AF."
From Presidents to Faded Stars, All Welcomed by Larry King
Larry King was easy to poke fun at, particularly late in his career at CNN: the pinched look, guffaws and coke-bottle glasses, the suspenders and old-time microphone on the desk in front of him.
MyPillow Guy Among the Trump Acolytes Picking Up the Torch
When Mike Lindell, better known to TV viewers as the MyPillow Guy, went to the White House last week to try to persuade President Donald Trump to keep pushing bogus theories about the election, he came away disappointed.
News
Legislator Mocks Trans Biden Nominee on Facebook, Apologizes
A Pennsylvania legislator shared on Facebook an image mocking the appearance of the state's recently departed health secretary, a transgender woman who has been nominated to serve in the Biden administration, and then offered a general apology Saturday.
Entertainment
Watch: After Sparking Speculation, YouTuber Jojo Siwa Confirms She's Gay with Adorable T-Shirt
YouTube star Jojo Siwa has confirmed she's gay after sparking rumors earlier this week.
Business
In LA, Gay Bars, Restaurants Look to Crowdfunding to Survive
LGBTQ bars and restaurants in greater Los Angeles are struggling to survive the second, and latest, COVID lockdown. Crowdfunding has proven to be a lifeline for many.
Technology
UK Chief Scientist Says New Virus Variant May be More Deadly
There is some evidence that a new coronavirus variant first identified in southeast England carries a higher risk of death than the original strain.
Finance
Michigan Mega Millions Ticket Wins $1.05 Billion Jackpot
Someone in Michigan bought the winning ticket for the $1.05 billion Mega Millions jackpot, which is the third-largest lottery prize in U.S. history.
Cars
Stellantis CEO: New Car Company Will Protect Jobs and Brands
The CEO of Stellantis, the carmaker created from the merger of PSA Peugeot and Fiat Chrysler, said Tuesday that the tie-up will help preserve jobs, factories and the 14 storied brands.
Style
PopUps: Ricky Martin Turns Heads After Bleaching Beard Blond
Ricky Martin surprised fans this week when he debuted a new look on social media: A bleach blond beard.
Health/Fitness
South Africa's Inability to Confront AIDS Shows the Dangers of America's COVID-19 Denialism
Americans could take some cautionary lessons from South Africa, the nation that fared the worst during the HIV/AIDS epidemic because of the many stumbles and mistakes of its different governments.
Travel
Buttigieg Aims for 'Generational' Change at Transportation
"We need to build our economy back, better than ever, and the Department of Transportation can play a central role in this," the 39-year-old former mayor of South Bend, Indiana, intends to tell the Senate Commerce Committee.
Nightlife
In Protest, Oldest Amsterdam Gay Bar Adopts New Name - Ikea
The new owners of Amsterdam's oldest gay bar have made a surprising change: The sign that used to read "Spijkerbar" now sports the name and logo of the furniture store Ikea.
Slightly Used News :: November 17, 2020
Recent Reviews
Review: Love Conquers All in 'Breaking Fast'
"Breaking Fast" is the story of how one queer Muslim falls in love.
Review: 'Rolling Thunder Review: A Bob Dylan Story' is Superlative on Blu-ray
Martin Scorsese's "Rolling Thunder Revue" gets a superlative Blu-ray release from the Criterion Collection. This comes highly recommended to all fans of Bob Dylan and Scorsese.
Review: 'Sudden Fear' on DVD Recalls Crawford at Her Best
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