LGBTQ News and More
Wyoming Senator Booed for Sex Identity Remarks at Graduation
U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis apologized Monday after getting booed and heckled for remarks she made on sexual identity during a University of Wyoming graduation speech.
Starbucks to Cover Travel Costs for Employees Seeking Gender Confirmation, Abortion
Starbucks said Monday it will pay the travel expenses for U.S. employees to access abortion and gender-confirmation procedures if those services aren't available within 100 miles of a worker's home.
'You Couldn't Ask for a Better Role.' Sara Gettelfinger on Playing Title Role in 'The Cher Show'
It takes three actresses to play Cher in "The Cher Show." Playing the diva role of the three is Sara Gettelfinger, who says she couldn't have asked for a better one.
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.
English Soccer Player Jake Daniels Says He is Gay
English soccer player Jake Daniels said he is gay on Monday in a trailblazing moment for the European men's game.
'Wagatha Christie' Offers Her Side in Whodunnit Libel Case
The woman dubbed Wagatha Christie by British tabloids testified about the sleuthing techniques that led to her nickname, saying she posted fake news about herself on social media as a ruse to discover who was leaking stories about her family to the press.
US Deaths from COVID Hit 1 Million, Less than 2 1/2 Years in
The U.S. death toll from COVID-19 hit 1 million on Monday, a once-unimaginable figure that only hints at the multitudes of loved ones and friends staggered by grief and frustration.
'Heartstopper' Star Joe Locke: I Want Jennifer Coolidge as My Cool Grandma!
If "Heartstopper" is renewed for a second season by Netflix, star Joe Locke already knows who he wants to play his "cool" and "American grandma" - Jennifer Coolidge.
Watch: Comedian Jerrod Carmichael Opens Up to Ellen: Gay Jokes were 'Smoke Bombs'
Newly out comedian Jerrod Carmichael appeared on Ellen's talk show to promote his new film — and discuss gay jokes from earlier in his career and his eventual embrace of authenticity.
Broadway's Telly Leung Talks His Alan Menken Connection Ahead of Tribute with Boston Pops
This week Broadway's Telly Leung joins colleagues in celebrating Disney composer Alan Menken with the Boston Pops. Leung talked with EDGE about his Alan Menken connection, as well as diversity and LGBTQ+ equality.
News
Florida Lawmaker Won't Seek Reelection Amid Harassment Claim
Florida Rep. Ramon Alexander, the incoming leader of the House Democrats, says he will not seek reelection following allegations that he sexually harassed a former male employee of Florida A&M.
Entertainment
Review: 'Night Sky' a Drama Sprinkled with Intrigue and Wonder That Touches and Breaks Your Heart
With a luminous performance by Sissy Spacek and heart-breaking support from J.K. Simmons, Amazon's latest sci-fi show focuses on people over plot twists.
Business
As Musk Buyout Looms, Twitter Searches for its Soul
For Elon Musk, its ultimate troll and perhaps most prolific user whose buyout of the company is on increasingly shaky ground, Twitter is a "de facto town square" in dire need of a libertarian makeover.
Technology
Google Gets More Multilingual, but Will It Get the Nuance?
The internet giant says new artificial intelligence technology is enabling it to vastly expand Google Translate's repertoire of the world's languages.
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
New Zealand to Help Pay for Cleaner Cars to Reduce Emissions
New Zealand's government said Monday it will help pay for lower-income families to scrap their old gas guzzlers and replace them with cleaner hybrid or electric cars.
Style
Sun's Out, Thighs Out: 5 Shorts for Every Style
As summer approaches and temperatures rise, it's time to let our legs breathe by breaking out the shorts. But where to start looking? Here are some answers.
Health/Fitness
Mixed Texas Ruling Allows Trans Youth Parent Investigations
The Texas Supreme Court allowed the state to investigate parents of transgender youth for child abuse while also ruling in favor of one family that was among the first contacted by child welfare officials following an order by Republican Gov. Greg Abbot.
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
GLAAD Awards @ Hilton Hotel Midtown NYC :: May 6, 2022
GLAAD Media held its 33rd annual NYC awards at the Hilton Hotel Midtown location honoring Judith Light, Wilson Cruz and many others.
Recent Reviews
Review: Paul Verhoeven's 'RoboCop' in 4K Another Major Release from Arrow
Paul Verhoeven's 1987 action classic "RoboCop" is now available on 4K Blu-ray from Arrow Video, with a gorgeous 4K presentation and new audio choices.
Review: 'Girls Nite Out' Hacks and Slashes on Blu-ray from Arrow
Robert Duebel's 1982 horror film is now available on Blu-ray from Arrow Video, with a new 2K restoration from 35mm release prints and a handful of interviews to enjoy. Alasher fans will be pleased.
Review: Relentlessly Funny 'Hacks' Returns For Season 2
The Emmy Award-Winning hit series returns and the comedy is going on the road as stand-up legend Deborah Vance pushes the boundaries to make a comeback.