Gay Fire Island: The Latest
38 Accuse Writer/Director James Toback of Sexual Harassment
Writer and director James Toback, who received an Oscar nomination for writing "Bugsy," has been accused of sexual harassment by 38 women in a report published Sunday in The Los Angeles Times.
Their Words: What Cast and Crew Say About 'The Walking Dead'
The Associated Press was among small group of media representatives who were invited to the set of "The Walking Dead" in Senoia, Georgia, to talk with about a dozen cast and crew members about the upcoming season.
'Madea Halloween' Sequel Takes No. 1, 'Geostorm' Flops
Tyler Perry's "Boo 2! A Madea Halloween" has scared up a healthy audience in its first weekend in theaters. Studio estimates on Sunday say the comedy sequel earned $21.7 million from 2,388 theaters to easily take first place.
California Adds Third Gender to State Identification Documents
California Governor Jerry Brown signed a bill Monday recognizing a third gender, becoming one of the first states to do so.
1954 Miami Murder Leads to 'Homosexual Panic'
The 'Homosexual Panic' that started in the 1950s can be traced back to one event - the murder of Eastern Airlines Flight Attendant William T. Simpson in August of 1954.
How to Get the Most Out of Your Workouts
Many people who spend hours in the gym are trying to get lean and toned, but somehow it ends up being harder than anticipated. What does one have to do to actually tone muscles and see some definition?
'Gay Purge' Survivor Speaks Out
A victim of the alleged "gay purge" in Chechnya has come forward. Maxim Lapunov led a press conference on Monday in Moscow to speak about the arrest, violent interrogation and torture he faced while in the Russian republic.
LGBT History Month: LGBT History Curriculum Choices Expand
Over the last decade, as more and more educators have sought to teach LGBT history lessons, their curriculum choices have expanded.
Letter Penned a Day Before Titanic Sank Sold at UK Auction
A letter written by one of the Titanic's passengers a day before the ocean liner sank has sold for 126,000 pounds ($166,000) at an auction in England.
Russian Opposition Leader Navalny Leaves Jail, Goes to Rally
Alexei Navalny, Russia's most prominent opposition figure, has been released from jail after a 20-day sentence for calling an unauthorized demonstration.
News
Directors Guild Files Disciplinary Charges Against Weinstein
The Directors Guild of America announced Saturday it has filed disciplinary charges against disgraced movie producer Harvey Weinstein.
Entertainment
Fire Island, NY
Review :: Torch Song
Everything old is new again, when 2nd Stage's Tony Kiser Theater stages Harvey Fierstein's epic "Torch Song."
'At Home with Amy Sedaris' Hilariously Skewers Cooking & Crafting TV
Amy Sedaris's new variety show "At Home with Amy Sedaris"debuts Oct. 24 on truTV and fans of "Strangers with Candy" will be pleased.
Business
At GE, A New Urgency to Return to Industrial Roots
The ambition of new CEO John Flannery to pare away everything that could stand in the way of General Electric's return to its industrial core became clearer Friday with plans to expel more than $20 billion in operations.
Technology
Viral Smartphone Game Lets Ordinary Chinese 'Clap' for Xi
Ordinary young Chinese may not have paid close attention to Xi Jinping's 3½-hour speech this week, but they're happy to "applaud" the president in the newest viral phenomenon to sweep China's internet.
Finance
An Insider's Look at a Timeshare Pitch
I had filled out a form to win a Whole Foods gift certificate. Instead I got a phone call from "Hannah" at FantaSea Resorts congratulating me on winning a travel package.AP Photo/Julio Cortez
Cars
Ohio Turnpike Plans Alerts System for Tech-Connected Cars
Officials are planning a new system of travel alert information for part of the Ohio Turnpike near Cleveland with an eye toward a day when autonomous vehicles might regularly cruise the roadway.
Style
Orange Is the New White? Amber Wine Creates Buzz
A unique amber-colored wine is creating a buzz in an industry long dominated by shades of red, white and rose. The orange color comes not from citrus fruit, but by fermenting white wine grapes with their skins on before pressing.
Health/Fitness
Five Ways to Quit Stalling and Grow
During the first year or so of training you will gain strength and size, but you;ll probably reach what is known as a plateau. Here are five things you can do to overcome those frustrating stalling periods.
Travel
The Quest to Visit All 50 States
The 50-state bucket list appeals to all age groups, from millennials who love to travel, to folks who travel a lot for work, to empty nesters and retirees with time for road trips.
Nightlife
Fire Island, NY
HIV Experience Resources Organization Presents 4th Annual Broadway and Ballet HERO Awards
On Monday, October 16, The HIV Experience Resources Organization (HERO) will proudly present, in association with Stage48, "The Fourth Annual Broadway and Ballet, HERO Awards."
NewFest Opening Night @ SVA Theatre :: October 19, 2017
Opening night of NewFest, at SVA Theatre NYC, screened the documentary "Susanne Bartsch: On Top," with the directors and subject on hand for a moderated Q&A.
