LBGTQ News and More
The Warwick Rowers Make a 'Worldwide Roar' with 2021 Calendar
In 2009 the Warwick Rowers released their first calendar of naked members of the university team. Since then they've grown to become an international sensation. See why as they release their 2021 calendar.
Watch: Denver Pastry Chef Chocolatina Delivers in Drag
Professional pastry chef and drag performer Chocolatina, Queen of the Dessert, is helping Denver residents beat the COVID-19 blues with sweet treats and live serenades.
Biden Plans Swift Moves to Protect and Advance LGBTQ Rights
As president-elect, Biden is making sweeping promises to LGBTQ activists, proposing to carry out virtually every major proposal on their wish lists.
With No Federal Protection, 39 States Still Allow 'Gay Panic' Defense
The "gay panic" defense is still legal in more than two-thirds of states, with no federal protection.
Before He Was Prince Charles, Josh O'Connor Went Full-frontal in Acclaimed LGBTQ Drama
Josh O'Connor is now an international star for playing Prince Charles on "The Crown." Previously he starred in the acclaimed British indie LGBTQ drama "God's Own Country," where he went full-frontal, something you likely won't see on the Netflix series.
A New Doc Peeks Inside The USPS's Operation Santa Program
Filmmaker Dana Nachman wanted to make a documentary about the United States Postal Service's Operation Santa program for years, but it never seemed like the right time. Then in 2018 she got up some courage and decided to cold email the USPS press office.
Champion Ken Jennings Will Be First Interim 'Jeopardy!' Host
"Jeopardy!" record-holder Ken Jennings will be the first in a series of interim hosts replacing Alex Trebek when the show resumes production next Monday.
Experts: Virus Numbers Could Be Erratic After Thanksgiving
The coronavirus testing numbers that have guided much of the nation's response to the pandemic are likely to be erratic over the next week or so, experts said Friday, as fewer people get tested during the Thanksgiving holiday weekend.
US Appeals Court Rejects Trump Appeal Over Pennsylvania Race
President Donald Trump's legal team suffered yet another defeat in court Friday as a federal appeals court in Philadelphia roundly rejected its latest effort to challenge the state's election results.
Disney to Lay Off 4,000 More at California, Florida Parks
The Walt Disney Co. announced plans to lay off 4,000 more workers in its theme parks division in California and Florida due to the COVID-19 pandemic's effect on the industry.
News
AP Fact Check: Trump Distorts Military Role in Vaccines
From the get-go, President Donald Trump has miscast or exaggerated the military's role in his administration's crash program to accelerate the development, production and eventual distribution of COVID-19 vaccines.
Entertainment
Review: Energetic and Refreshing, 'A Worm in the Heart' Will Shake You Out of Your Comfort Zone
A fresh set of young eyes on the old problem of the plight of the LGBTQ community in Russia.
Business
UK, EU Resume Face-to-Face Trade Talks with Time Running Out
Teams from Britain and the European Union resumed face-to-face talks on a post-Brexit trade deal Saturday, with both sides sounding gloomy about striking an agreement in the little time that remains.
Technology
For Big Tech, Biden Brings a New Era but No Ease in Scrutiny
Biden may aim to take a bite out of the dominance of Big Tech and may welcome an opportunity to work with the opposing side to curb the power of a common adversary.
Finance
Liz Weston: When Life Blows up Your Well-Laid Plans
The biggest task after financial loss may be dealing with your emotions after the future you had envisioned disappears.
Cars
GM to Recall 7M Vehicles Globally to Replace Takata Air Bags
General Motors will recall about 7 million big pickup trucks and SUVs worldwide to replace potentially dangerous Takata air bag inflators.
Style
Eat, Drink and Be Merry: 9 Best Food and Drink Holiday Gifts
Let the gift-giving begin! Whether you're looking for comfort foods, stocking stuffers or healthy alternatives, 'tis the season for celebrating all things food and drink
Health/Fitness
Need a COVID-19 Nurse? That'll Be $8,000 a Week
In Sioux Falls, South Dakota, nurses can make more than $6,200 a week. A recent posting for a job in Fargo, North Dakota, offered more than $8,000 a week. Some can get as much as $10,000.
Travel
Americans Risk Traveling Over Thanksgiving Despite Warnings
Millions of Americans took to the skies and the highways ahead of Thanksgiving at the risk of pouring gasoline on the coronavirus fire, disregarding increasingly dire warnings that they stay home and limit their holiday gatherings to members of their own
Nightlife
Can the Gay Adult Film Industry Solve Its Race Problem?
One former Black porn star says looking back after seven-plus years outside the industry, it's clear it was "a whole toxic environment of white supremacy and racism, completely all the time." Has anything changed?
Books on Our Gift List
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Recent Reviews
Review: 'Superintelligence' Is Smart and Funny
This Melissa McCarthy vehicle is a surprisingly charming and romantic comedy about compassion and kindness - something the world needs right now.
Review: 'The Mystery Of D.B. Cooper' Grips the Imagination
HBO delves into "The Mystery of D.B. Cooper" with a new documentary that examines four of the likeliest suspects in the still-unsolved 1971 hijacking of Flight 305.
Review: 'Happiest Season' A Holiday Movie of Our Own
Finally: A mainstream, studio-backed holiday flick for the LGBTQ community to claim as our own.
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