LGBTQ News and More
Sex Therapist Contends Straight Men Having Sex with Men Aren't Gay, Just Getting Off
When is sex between men not gay? How about when straight men do it, so contends sex therapist Dr. Joe Kort.
Alabama Senate Passes Bill Prohibiting Medical Providers from Caring for Transgender Youth
This bill — the first of its kind in the nation — would criminalize doctors for providing medically necessary care to transgender youth and require schools to out transgender kids.
Evangelical Adoption, Foster Agency Will Now Serve Same-Sex Couples
Bethany Christian Services, one of the nation's biggest adoption and foster care agencies, announced on Monday it would immediately begin working with LGBTQ families.
'Degrassi' Star Jahmil French Has Died
Actor Jahmil French, who played Dave Turner in the popular Canadian teen series "Degrassi: The Next Generation," has died at age 29.
Keeping Clean Could Be Deadly: Briotech's Solution to Pandemic-Era Disinfection
Briotech, a global leader in HOCl technology and manufacturing, has created a multi-use product line with game-changing technologies in health and disinfection.
Armie Hammer Moves Out in Dead of Night, Leaves Bound Mannequin in Trash
Armie Hammer moved out of the Beverly Hills house he shared with his estranged wife Elizabeth Chambers over the weekend. And he did so "under the cover of night," soures have reported.
Report: Upcoming 'Harry Potter' Game to be Trans-Inclusive
An upcoming video game based on the "Harry Potter" franchise will allow players to be transgender.
Watch: Missouri Gay Couple Beaten Outside Casino Say It was a Hate Crime
A gay couple were allegedly attacked and beaten outside a casino in St. Charles. Missouri over the weekend, and they say the assault was clearly a hate crime. Police are not sure.
From Undies to Outerwear: Be Seen in Green
Whether you're alone or spending the day with your favorite leprechaun, here are 10 teasers to inspire you this St. Patrick's Day.
'It's a Sin's' Russell T. Davies: Talk About Equality All You Want — It Doesn't Exist
Edge speaks with "It's a Sin" creator Russell T. Davies, after the show becomes a big hit in both England and America.
News
Federal Judge Tosses Trans Beauty Queen's Suit Against Miss United States of America
Though a federal judge in Oregon dismissed the lawsuit alleging discrimination, transgender beauty pageant winner plaintiff says awareness was raised.
Entertainment
Toilets, Noodles and Bonsai! Japan's 5 Most Unique Museums
Japan's 5,700 museums prove there's plenty to see and celebrate, including noodles, toilets and other unusual finds among the country's 47 prefectures.
Business
Comic-Con to Remain Virtual in 2021, Cites Financial Strain
San Diego Comic-Con will remain virtual for the July event, but organizers are planning for a smaller-scale gathering later this year.
Technology
Countries Call on Drug Companies to Share Vaccine Know-How
Across Africa and Southeast Asia, governments and aid groups, as well as the World Health Organization, are calling on pharmaceutical companies to share their patent information.
Finance
4 Things To Watch As Congress Finalizes Next Stimulus Package
President Joe Biden's $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan Act is inching its way toward coming to life. However, what ends up in the final bill will likely differ from what was originally proposed.
Cars
Edmunds Compares New Escalade, Navigator and Mercedes GLS
Among luxury SUVs, the Cadillac Escalade has long made no apologies about being big and brash. Now Cadillac has redesigned the Escalade for 2021 with a new look and an infusion of new technology features.
Style
Pyrex and Pink Daisies: Midcentury Cookware is Fab Again
If you want to freshen up your kitchen, look no further than Grandma's old casserole dishes.
Health/Fitness
Finally Getting Around to That Annual Physical? You May Need a New Doctor
Some patients looking to reschedule annual physicals, wellness visits or other routine medical appointments long delayed by COVID-19 first may need to make time to find a new doctor.
Travel
Albanian World Heritage Travel Site Struggles Without Tourists
Gjirokastra, a city in southern Albania recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its Ottoman-period architecture, has lost nearly all of tourism business in the past year.
Nightlife
SF Queer Bar Virgil's is Permanently Closing
Virgil's Sea Room, a queer bar that opened in 2013 in the Mission District of San Francisco, is permanently closing.
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