LGBTQ News and More
Rhode Island Investigating Death of Man Handcuffed by Police
Rhode Island authorities are investigating the case of a man who died after being handcuffed by police in Providence.
With Civil Rights Charges, Justice Dept. Signals Priorities
The Justice Department is sending a strong message about its priorities these days.
Lloyd Price, Singer and Early Rock Influence, Dies at 88
Singer-songwriter Lloyd Price, an early rock 'n roll star and enduring maverick whose hits included such up-tempo favorites as "Lawdy Miss Clawdy," "Personality" and the semi-forbidden "Stagger Lee," has died. He was 88.
Tawny Kitaen, Star of '80s Rock Music Videos, Dies at 59
Tawny Kitaen, the sultry red-haired actress who appeared in rock music videos during the heyday of MTV and starred opposite Tom Hanks in the 1984 comedy "Bachelor Party," has died. She was 59.
Police: 3 hurt in Florida Mall Shooting as Shoppers Scatter
A shooting at an upscale South Florida shopping mall that began as a fight between two groups of people left three persons injured Saturday afternoon and sent mall patrons fleeing, according to police and local reports.
Unrequited: New Book Maintains Elizabeth Taylor's Greatest Love was Montgomery Clift
In "Elizabeth And Monty: The Untold Story Of Their Intimate Friendship," a new book about the relationship between two of the 1950s hottest stars, Charles Casillo claims that Elizabeth Taylor's greatest love was Montgomery Clift.
Gaetz, Greene Take Mantle of Trump's Populism at Rally
U.S. Reps. Matt Gaetz and Marjorie Taylor Greene, two of the Republican Party's most controversial figures, kicked off their "America First Rally" roadshow Friday with a Trump-centric revival of sorts for the MAGA faithful at a Florida's The Villages.
Bad Romance: Adult Male Stars' Ugly Break-up Goes Very Public
Break-ups don't get nastier than this. And because of Twitter, one between two popular adult male personalities has become very public.
Vermont Ends 'Gay Panic' Defense
The state's Republican governor signed House Bill 128 to prevent using sexual orientation or gender identity as cause to harm LGBTQ people.
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
Online Speech Shield Under Fire As Trump Facebook Ban Stays
Lurking beneath Facebook's decision on whether to continue Donald Trump's suspension from its platform has raised a more complex and consequential question.
Entertainment
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.
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
Edmunds: The Top Off-Road Vehicles for 2021
Edmunds experts report on five ultra-capable off-roaders that are either already on dealer lots or worth waiting for in the coming months.
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
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.
Recent Reviews
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.
Arrow's Definitive 4K of 'Donnie Darko' Deserves Every Superlative Thrown its Way
Richard Kelly's legendary first film gets premium 4K Ultra HD treatment from Arrow Films, with a new edition that deserves all the superlatives it gets. This is the best release of the film, full stop.
Review: 'The Columnist' Delves into Hate Speech - Maybe Not Deeply Enough
In the scathing Dutch horror film, a woman writer seeks murderous revenge on misogynist online trolls.