LGBTQ News and More
NCAA Eyes Host Sites in States with Anti-Transgender Laws
The NCAA announced 20 potential host sites for the early rounds of its postseason baseball tournament Friday, including three states that have passed laws requiring athletes to compete in interscholastic sports according to their sex at birth.
Courtney Stodden Accepts Chrissy Teigen's Apology, Criticizes Her Conduct
Courtney Stodden has accepted the public apology Chrissy Teigen made this week, following her exposure for cruel Tweets she made about the singer-songwriter's personal life.
Newfest Announces 'Newfest Pride,' A New Summer Film Series
NewFest, New York's leading LGBTQ+ film and media organization and one of the world's most respected LGBTQ+ film festivals, has announced programming for NewFest Pride, a new summer film series.
Find Serenity with a CBD-Inspired Home Spa Day
There are easy ways to create a custom spa experience in the comfort of your home. Better still, adding CBD as your star ingredient can take your DIY spa experience to a new level.
Two Transgender Women Receive 5 Year Prison Sentence in Cameroon
Two transgender women were sentenced to 5 years in prison this week on charges of public indecency and "attempted homosexuality."
Wonky Heartthrob Steve Kornacki Joins NBC Sports, Heads for Game Show Gig
Steve Kornacki, the openly gay data expert and "map daddy" America fell in love with during last year's election, is set to make his NBC Sports appearances a regular thing and has a game show in development.
Hong Kong Cops Make Arrests for Porn Clip of Gay Sex Between Men in Police Uniforms
Who doesn't love a man in uniform? The Hong Kong PD — at least, not when the uniform in question looks like the real thing and is being worn by actors in a gay porn clip.
Passing on Your Password? Streaming Services are Past it
Many of us were taught to share as kids. Now streaming services ranging from Netflix to Amazon to Disney+ want us to stop.
Review: 'Halston' Cut to Fit Ryan Murphy's Style
The Ryan Murphy-produced (and co-written) five-episode miniseries "Halston" is as recognizably Murphy in style and gloss as Halston's own work reflected the famed designer - and that's just fine.
YouTube Star Lele Pons' New Pride Eyewear Line to Benefit Trevor Project
YouTube star and multi-platinum recording artist Lele Pons has teamed up with EyeBuyDirect to create a line of Pride-themed eyewear that supports two good causes: A fresh, proud look, and the Trevor Project.
News
Watch: Turkish Tourism Video Taken Down After Online Outcry
A video promoting tourism in Turkey amid the pandemic has caused an uproar on social media for showing tourism employees wearing masks that read "Enjoy, I'm vaccinated."
Entertainment
Review: Ambitious, Memorable 'The Underground Railroad' Haunts
Barry Jenkins' sprawling, lyrical, beautiful, and haunting 10-episode limited series is both a highlight in his oeuvre and an important work of American filmmaking. It's something you won't soon forget.
Business
Which Table Game Strategies Could Help Out In Business?
A table game such as poker has certain elements to its strategy that can then be reapplied to business scenarios.
Technology
Watch: Instagram Users Can Now Add Pronouns to Bio
Instagram is rolling out a new feature in some countries that allow users to add their pronouns to their bio.
Finance
In a Year of Lemons, How Lemonade Insurance Also Supports Vital LGBTQ Organizations
Lemonade has turned wishful thinking into a reality with a technology-driven business model that makes acquiring various insurance types as easy as a few clicks, as well as a robust social action plan.
Cars
U.S. Opens Probe of Steering Problems in Honda Accord Sedans
The U.S. government's auto safety agency is investigating multiple complaints about steering failures that could affect more than 1.1 million Honda Accord sedans.
Style
Watch: James Charles Resurfaces on Twitter with 'Blackmail' Claims
YouTube celebrity and beauty influencer James Charles has resurfaced on social media, claiming in a video posted to Twitter that he feels he is being "blackmailed" by a former employee who is suing him.
Health/Fitness
Shining a Light on Mental Health Awareness Month
Research reveals that "three-fourths of LGBT people (74%) say worry and stress from the pandemic has had a negative impact on their mental health." Research shows that CBD can help manage stress and anxiety.
Travel
Germany Eases Travel Rules for Vaccinates as Vacations Loom
The German government has agreed to let travelers who have been vaccinated against COVID-19 or recovered from infection avoid testing and quarantine when entering the country, unless they come from areas where variants of concern are prevalent.
Nightlife
Watch: High Roads and Low: Inside Jack Mackenroth & Dolf Dietrich's Very Messy Break-up
Their break-up may not have gotten the headlines that J-Lo and Arod may have gotten recently, but gay Manhattan was abuzz this week about the break-up of LGBTQ influencer Jack Mackenroth and adult star Dolf Dietrich that went very public this past weekend
Recent Reviews
Review: 'Those Who Wish Me Dead' More Smoke than Fire
Wildfire flick "Those Who Wish Me Dead" might not be firing on all cylinders, but for all of its faults there's an entertaining film to be had. Just don't expect it to come in blazing hot.
Review: 'Profile' Has Unexpected Power
Timur Bekmambetov's laptop thriller "Profile" may be built from video of computer screen activity, but it delivers the twists and emotionally wrenching impact of a more conventional film.
Review: 'Chaos Walking' is Entertaining - and Forgettable
Like an old-fashioned western set on a distant planet, "Chaos Walking" is momentarily entertaining, but doesn't leave a lasting impression once you walk away from it.