LGBTQ News and More
DC Fully Unveils First Pride Month Initiative
DC Comics is fully embracing pride month, with the full reveal of their long awaited DC Pride #1 oneshot issue in addition to a variety of pride themed covers.
Can't Stop the Bad Memory: Remember When Caitlyn Starred with The Village People?
After winning Olympic Gold in the men's decathlon event at the 1976 Summer Olympics in Montreal, Canada, Caitlyn Jenner became an overnight star and attempted to capitalize on her fame with performances of a different kind — a brief acting career.
New Zealand Weightlifter Laurel Hubbard Could Become First Transgender Olympian
World champion New Zealand weightlifter Laurel Hubbard could make history, potentially representing Oceania as the Olympic's first transgender athlete.
Ian McKellen Reveals he Never Told His Parents He's Gay
In a recent interview, Ian McKellen revealed how he never had the chance to come out to his parents before they passed away.
Sam Asghari Hits the Beach Without Britney (and the Paparazzi Follow)
When Sam Asghari goes to the beach, expect the paparazzi to follow. Such was the case on Thursday when the personal trainer and model, who is also Britney Spears' boyfriend, was seen hitting the surf on the Hawaiian island of Maui.
Watch: 'It's Always Sunny' Star Rob McElhenney Honors his Gay Moms for Mother's Day
Rob McElhenney's character on "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" may be a bit conflicted about being gay, but in real-life the actor is a proud son to his mothers, Helena McElhenney and her wife Mary Taylor.
NJ School: We've Addressed Educator's Trans-Rant Beer Toss
A New Jersey school district says it has responded in a "swift and serious" way to the case of a vice principal who threw beer on people who were videotaping his wife's extended rant against a transgender woman's use of a public bathroom.
Glenn Close on 8 Oscar Nods with No Wins: I am Not a Loser
Though Glenn Close has been nominated for eight Oscars without any wins, the distinguished actor wants to make one thing clear: she is not a loser.
Watch: Kentucky State Police Facebook Post Excoriated as Transphobic, Racist
A Kentucky State Police post prompted critiques ranging from "tone deaf" to "transphobic" and "discriminatory" before it was taken down. Officials said they only intended to show inclusivity.
Equality Advocate Dismisses Caitlyn Jenner as 'Phyllis Schlafly of the Trans Community'
The woman the Washington Post called the "best-known transgender person in the country" may be picking up a new moniker: "The Phyllis Schlafy of the trans community."
News
Deja Lynn Alvarez Declares For Office
Deja Lynn Alvarez announced her candidacy for the 182nd District in Philadelphia. If elected she will be the first out Transgender Latina state official.
Entertainment
Review: Severin's 'Deep Blood' a Slapdash Genre Oddity
Joe D'Amato's final word on sharksploitation, "Deep Blood," is now available on Blu-ray from Severin Films. Boasting a stellar 1080p presentation from a new 2K scan of the camera negative, this is the best this downtrodden, slapdash oddity has looked.
Business
Disney's Rainbow Collection Celebrates Pride, Supports LGBTQ Causes
In the run-up to Pride month, Disney has announced at Rainbow Collection of clothing and collectables that spread the rainbow joy.
Technology
Tripadvisor Removes Insensitive Review of Auschwitz Museum
Travel website Tripadvisor has removed an insensitive review of the Auschwitz Museum after initially saying it complied with its submission guidelines.rn
Finance
Pizza Chef Bruno DiFabio Gets Prison Time for Tax Evasion
Bruno DiFabio, a celebrity pizza chef who owns restaurants in Connecticut and New York, was sentenced to 30 days in prison Thursday for tax evasion.
Cars
Baidu Rolls Out Paid Driverless Taxi Service in Beijing
Chinese tech giant Baidu rolled out its paid driverless taxi service on Sunday, making it the first company to commercialize autonomous driving operations in China.
Style
Strong Sales from Tapestry, Lee Maker Show Clothing Rebound
Strong sales results from Coach's parent as well as from the maker of Wrangler and Lee jeans offer the latest evidence that shoppers' spending on fashion and accessories is rebounding to pre-pandemic levels.rn
Health/Fitness
UK to Ease Holiday Travel Ban Yet Keeps Most Quarantines
Britain announced a "first tentative step" Friday toward resuming international travel, saying U.K. citizens will be able to travel to countries including Portugal, Iceland and Israel later this month without having to quarantine upon their return.rn
Travel
Norwegian Cruise Line Threatens to Skip Florida's Ports
Miami-based Norwegian Cruise Line is threatening to steer clear of Florida after the governor signed legislation banning businesses from requiring that customers show proof of vaccination against COVID-19.rn
Nightlife
Helix Studios Owner Hospitalized in Domestic Assault; Also Denies Accusations by Former Models
There has been considerable drama at Helix Studios, the Vegas-based adult male streaming company owned by Keith Miller. Last weekend 2 models left the studio, calling it a "glorified hell," & Miller was hospitalized in a domestic violence incident.
Recent Reviews
Review: 'Here Today' is Easy to Love
Two people who'd seem to have little in common quickly form an uncommonly strong bond.
Review: 'Benny Loves You' is an Amazing Short That Goes On Way Too Long
Benny might love me, but I didn't love Benny.
Review: 'Silo' is a Suspenseful Drama about Community
Marshall Burnette's suspenseful pastoral drama is also a beautifully compelling look at life on a farm.