LGBTQ News and More
What's Behind the Rising Profile of Transgender Kids? 3 Essential Reads
Why are trans youth more visible these days? Is it due to more widespread acceptance, or more media coverage? Just how many trans kids are there?
What Supreme Court Foster Ruling Means for LGBTQ Rights
The Supreme Court's ruling in favor of a Catholic adoption agency that had been excluded from Philadelphia's foster programs for refusing to work with same-sex couples will be consequential.
Justin Vivian Bond to Headline B'Way Production of 'Tales of the City'
Ten years after its first production in San Francisco, "Tales of the City, The Musical" is headed to Broadway with Justin Vivian Bond in the role of Anna Madrigal — a historic first for Broadway.
Luke Evans Sizzles In New Thirst Trap Workout Photo
The gym is never far away from out actor Luke Evans — be it in London, Down Under, or Atlanta, where he is currently filming a new series — and his latest thirst trap workout photos prove it.
Watch: Gay Florida Couple, Facing Daily Fines, Refuses to Take Down Pride Flag
A South Florida gay couple is facing fines of $50 per day for flying the rainbow flag during Pride Month, but they refuse to take the banner down, saying: "We're not going to back down on this one."
Media Personality Francisco León Comes Out While Throwing Shade at Mister Venezuela Contest
Media personality and former Mister Venezuela Francisco León came out in an emotional Instagram post, all while throwing shade at the Mister Venezuela contest.
Gay Dad's Diving Champ Son, Nicknamed 'Little Louganis,' Headed to Tokyo Olympics
Jordan Windle, nicknamed "Little Louganis" after the out Olympic champ, is headed to the Olympics in Tokyo, and he has words of love and gratitude for his gay dad.
Actors Lucas Hedges & Tommy Dorfman Seen Holding Hands in NYC, Twitter Reacts
"Lady Bird" actor Lucas Hedges and "13 Reasons Why" star Tommy Dorfman were spotted holding hands in New York City over the weekend and Twitter was quick to react to the pics.
Explainer: Calls to #FreeBritney and Court Conservatorships
When Britney Spears, who turns 40 this year, speaks to a L.A. judge at her own request, she'll do it 13 years into a court-enforced conservatorship that has exercised vast control of her life and money. But what is a conservatorship, exactly?
Political Donations Lead Stonewall Inn to Ban some Beers
The Stonewall Inn's owners say they won't serve certain beers at the famous LGBT bar during Pride weekend to protest manufacturer Anheuser-Busch's political contributions to some politicians who have supported anti-LGBT legislation.
News
7 LGBTQ Chefs Cooking Up Pride From the Heartland
Chefs across the Midwest, Great Plains, and other heartland states are rocking the culinary arts in their hometowns and beyond. Here are seven stellar LGBTQ chefs who are making unforgettable food in non-coastal, ever-delicious cities.
Entertainment
Review: 'Milkwater' a Captivating Character Study
Morgan Ingari's comedy is a stirring, poignant character study of a young woman caught in one of life's dead zones, where she's not making progress — and not even sure she's feeling a need to.
Business
Are Companies That Support Pride and Other Social Causes 'Wokewashing'?
A professor of brand responsibility investigates brands and their relationships with social issues, including the importance of both corporate allies and advocates.
Technology
Take 2: Spacewalking Astronauts Tackle Solar Panel Work
Astronauts ventured out on their second spacewalk in less than a week Sunday to install powerful new solar panels outside the International Space Station.
Finance
Millennial Money: It's Time for Better Employee Benefits
As the world fo work gets back on track, some employees may want a new normal — one that includes flexible scheduling and benefits that align with their needs and values.
Cars
Edmunds: How to Pick the Right Axle Ratio for Your Truck
There are a number of design choices to consider when you're shopping for a full-size pickup truck. One that's important if you plan on towing with your truck is the axle ratio.
Style
Bourbon Tourism Shaking Off Slump in Kentucky
With tourists flocking to distilleries, concerns about a pandemic hangover for Kentucky's world-famous bourbon industry are quickly evaporating.
Health/Fitness
VA Moves to Offer Gender Confirmation Surgery to Vets
The Department of Veterans Affairs is moving to offer transgender veterans gender confirmation surgery, Secretary Denis McDonough announced at a Pride Month event in Orlando.
Travel
Tourism Boom Pressures Tibet's Historic Sites
Tourism is booming in Tibet as more Chinese travel in-country because of the coronavirus pandemic, posing risks to the region's fragile environment and historic sites.
Nightlife
Submerge Swim Party @ The W Hollywood :: June 19, 2021
Over the unofficial LA Pride weekend, the hot men and women of Southern California showed off their summer bodies at the Submerge Swim Party, part of the Velvet Dreams weekend at the W Hollywood.
Recent Reviews
Review: Affecting 'Jump, Darling' Succeeds Because of Cloris Leachman
Cloris Leachman's exquisite swan song is poignant and affecting.
Review: 'Charlatan' Diagnosis the Problem with Blind Faith
This dour story has layers of meaning just under the surface.
Review: Touching 'Being Thunder' a Welcome Contribution to Trans Cinema
Stephanie Lamorre's heart-touching documentary on Two-Spirit teenager Sherente Misihitasin is a welcome contribution to the burgeoning dialogue about the transgender community.