LGBTQ News and More
Kennedy Center Honors and its Traditions Are Back Once More
The Kennedy Center Honors is returning to tradition this year.
Senate Leader, Presidential Candidate Bob Dole Dies at 98
Bob Dole, who overcame disabling war wounds to become a sharp-tongued Senate leader from Kansas, a Republican presidential candidate and then a symbol and celebrant of his dwindling generation of World War II veterans, has died. He was 98.
Review: 'Hamilton' Continues to Amaze in Revisit to Providence
Never has there been a more appropriate time to bring "Hamilton" back to our state, and, indeed, to a National Tour.
Defense Accuses Brother in Smollett Case of Having Sex with the Actor in Bathhouse
The defense in the Jessie Smollett trial went on the offensive this week when cross-examining the two brothers whom the ex-"Empire" actor was said to have hired for a staged hate crime incident in Chicago in January 2019.
Thirst-trapping IG Influencer Jordan Firstman Says Gay Struggles Are Not Over
Thirst-trapping & self-described "closeted gay" Instagram comic Jordan Firstman discussed the state of gay life in an interview with pop star Charli XCX on the singer's BBC Sounds podcast "Best Song Ever.
Meet the Queens of 'RuPaul's Drag Race' Season 14 Coming in January
The cast of "RuPaul's Drag Race" Season 14 includes a major surprise: the show's first-ever heterosexual, cisgender male contestant.
Gay Twitter's 30 Funniest Tweets This Week
This week's edition of Gay Twitter includes hilarious reactions the new season of "Selling Sunset," Spotify Wrapped, and much more!
'Dynasty' Actor Gordon Thomson Looks Back at Playing Show's Sexy, Amoral Villain
On the iconic 1980s soap "Dynasty," actor Gordon Thomson played the villain you loved to hate, but lusted after. Now the actor looks back at playing the character as he mounts a reunion show with 2 co-stars.
'Slave Play' Tells Hard Truths About Fetishizing Race with Little Foreplay
If you've ever said "it's just a preference" to a boy on Grindr, this play is for you.
7 of the Best LGBTQ+ TikToks to Watch this Week
Check out some of the best TikToks from LGBTQ+ creators this week.
News
College Football Star Ryan Deluca Comes Out, Finds Great Support
Ryan Deluca, a Furman University football player came out publicly as gay on Instagram on Thursday, less than two weeks after his final game with the school.
Entertainment
Watch: The Transformation of 'West Side Story's' Anybodys — from Tomboy to Trans
In the original "West Side Story," the character of Anybodys, the tomboy who wants to be part of the Jets, had no sexual identity. Not so in the new Steven Spielberg/Tony Kushner adaptation.
Business
Pipeline: Cascade of White Owners Has Slowed NFL Change
Over the past 100 years, around 110 people have owned controlling portions of NFL teams. Of that select group, all but two have been white.
Technology
How COVID Shots for Kids Help Prevent Dangerous New Variants
Vaccinating kids against COVID-19 also means reducing silent spread, since most have no or mild symptoms.
Finance
'Buy Now, Pay Later' Catches On Just in Time For Holidays
As Americans shop for the holidays, they will likely see a swarm of offers to get their gifts now but pay for them later in fixed monthly installments.
Cars
Edmunds: Ford Bronco Versus Jeep Wrangler
The new 2021 Bronco SUV pays homage to its predecessors and serves as an intriguing alternative to a well-known off-roading icon: The Jeep Wrangler.
Style
5 Beauty Brands to Wow Your Holiday Gift-Giving
EDGE offers our five favorite beauty, skincare and makeup brands to spoil your special someone this holiday season.
Health/Fitness
Both Sides Planning for New State-by-State Abortion Fight
As the Supreme Court court weighs the future of the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade decision, a resurgent anti-abortion movement is looking to press its advantage in state-by-state battles while abortion-rights supporters prepare to play defense.
Travel
Ultimate Orlando: 14 New and Unique Experiences for Your Next Florida Vacation
Orlando continues to rank as one of the most popular destinations for LGBTQ+ travelers. EDGE highlights some of Orlando's newest attractions, restaurants and hotels.
Nightlife
Santa Speedo Run @ Sidetrack The Video Bar Chicago :: December 4, 2021
Sidetrack the Video Bar hosted their 10th Santa Speedo Run to benefit Center on Halsted, the LGBTQ+ community center. Registration began at noon and after a singalong of "Jingle Balls" participants ran a mile through Lakeview East.
Recent Reviews
Review: 'Flee' the Harrowing True Story of a Gay Afghan Refugee
The timely and harrowing true story of an Afghanistan refugee who, by various means of human trafficking, makes his way from Kabul to Denmark.
Review: 'Encounter' Effective, Though Not Expected
Far different than what you're expecting, "Encounter" is a compelling look at the effects of war, with a standout performance from Riz Ahmed.
Review: 'Dune' a Mesmerizing, Absorbing Spectacle
Denis Villeneuve's mesmerizing, gorgeous adaptation of Frank Herbert's novel stars a great cast. Ambitious and absorbing, it explores politics, colonialism, oppression, and power dynamics.