Gay Los Angeles: The Latest
Liberty U's Falwell Takes Leave After Social Media Uproar
Jerry Falwell Jr. took an indefinite leave of absence Friday as the leader of Liberty University, one of the nation's top evangelical Christian colleges, days after apologizing for a social media post that caused an uproar.
Recovery Unplugged: Maintaining Sobriety One Day at a Time
It was critical for Kasi to find a program that would not only help him get clean, but also respect and support him through his journey as a transgender man.
Where Are Viral 'Supermarket Sweep' Duo Kevin and Brandon Now?
In July, Netflix acquired the 90s game show "Supermarket Sweep," which is among the streamer's most popular offerings.
Out Singer Brandon Stansell Pushes Country Music's Boundaries
With a new EP and single, out country music singer Brandon Stansell pushes country music's boundaries. EDGE spoke to the 31-year old artist about being a gay artist in a conservative music genre.
Penn. GOP Lawmaker Calls Police After Phone Call with Rep. Brian Sims
Pennsylvania Capital-Star reports that retiring representative Tom Murt (R-Montgomery) called authorities to his home on Monday evening after allegedly receiving a profanity-laced call from openly gay representative Brian Sims (D-Philadelphia).
Is a Rainbow Wave Coming? A Record Number of LGBTQ Candidates Run for Office
In July, it was reported that a record number of LGBTQ+ candidates are running for office in 2020 and some are calling the increase of visibility a "Rainbow Wave."
Q&A: Cineworld CEO on Re-Opening Regal Theaters in U.S.
Regal movie theaters have been closed for almost five months in the U.S. due to the coronavirus pandemic, but they are gearing up to open on Aug. 21. And this time it might just stick.
Comedian Andy Dick Sues Man Who Punched Him in New Orleans
Comedian Andy Dick has filed a lawsuit in New Orleans against the man who punched him last year outside a French Quarter nightclub.
Hulu Renews 'Love, Victor' for Season 2
Good news for fans of "Love, Victor." Hulu announced Friday that it is renewing the LGBTQ coming-of-age series for a second season.
Seth Concert Series Continues This Weekend with Liz Callaway
Seth Rudetsky's internationally acclaimed Broadway concert series that first began in Provincetown at The Art House in 2011 is now a weekly virtual series entitled The Seth Concert Series, presented by Mark Cortale.
News
'Eurovision' Coming to US with 'American Song Contest'
The United States is getting its own version of the "Eurovision Song Contest."
Entertainment
Review: 'Coma' Offers Familiar Dreams, Fresh Realities
Russia first sent us "Sputnik," and now it sends us into a "Coma" with a visually stunning world that doesn't always hit the mark but offers us something to wake us up and take notice.
Business
Bay Area Cannasseur: SF City College to Offer Cannabis Degree
City College of San Francisco will launch a two-year associate of arts degree program in cannabis studies next spring, which it says is the first of its kind in the nation.
Technology
Porn, Rap Interrupt Zoom Hearing of Twitter Hacking Suspect
The online bond hearing for a Florida teen accused of hacking prominent Twitter accounts was interrupted Wednesday by rap music and pornographic videos from users who apparently disguised their names.
Finance
Don't Count on Lower Premiums Despite Pandemic-Driven Boon for Insurers
Numerous insurers across the country have announced plans to hike rates next year, though some have proposed cuts.
Cars
Cadillac Says New Electric SUV Has Features to Take on Tesla
General Motors executives say Cadillac's first fully-electric vehicle has all the features it needs to lure buyers where other companies fell short.
Style
Americans Have Loads of Fights About Dishes, But Not Why You Think
The new study asked 2,000 Americans who own dishwashers about what dishwashing habits make them tick.
Health/Fitness
Health Care Workers of Color Nearly Twice as Likely as Whites to Get COVID-19
"If you think to yourself, 'Health care workers should be on equal footing in the workplace,' our study really showed that's definitely not the case," said Dr. Andrew Chan, a senior author and an epidemiologist at Massachusetts General Hospital.
Travel
US Stops Advising Against Global Travel, but Hits Mexico
The U.S. State Department dropped its global "Level 4" health warning urging people not to travel abroad Thursday, but promptly re-imposed that same advisory level on Mexico.
Nightlife
Adult Studio Seeks Participants for Group Film, But are They Pushing NYC's COVID Guidelines?
An adult male entertainment company is seeking participants in a "no load refused gang bang" to be filmed next month. But are they skirting COVID guidelines?