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Early Vote Total Exceeds 2016; GOP Chips at Dems' Advantage
With nine days before Election Day, more people already have cast ballots in this year's presidential election than voted early or absentee in the 2016 race as the start of in-person early voting in big states led to a surge in turnout in recent days.
Watch: Adele Hosts 'SNL,' Says Her Upcoming Album 'Is Not Finished'
Adele hosted the latest episode of "Saturday Night Live" featuring musical guest H.E.R. and, in her opening monologue, revealed that new music from the Grammy winner likely won't be coming anytime soon.
Senate Votes to Advance Barrett; Confirmation Expected Mon
Senate Republicans voted overwhelmingly Sunday to advance Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett toward final confirmation despite Democratic objections, just over a week before the presidential election.
Antoni Porowski, J BRAND Collaboration: 'As Classic As Mozzarella Sticks'
Antoni Porowski, the Emmy-nominated food and wine host of Netflix's "Queer Eye," has designed a "sustainably-minded new capsule collection" in collaboration with J BRAND.
Thirstrapping: Russell Tovey's Engagement Woes
Out British actor Russell Tovey isn't sure if he's engaged to personal trainer Steve Brockman.
Pope Names 13 New Cardinals, Includes US Archbishop Gregory
Pope Francis on Sunday named 13 new cardinals, including Washington D.C. Archbishop Wilton Gregory, who would become the first Black U.S. prelate to earn the coveted red hat.
Pence to Keep Up Travel Despite Contact with Infected Aides
Vice President Mike Pence plans to maintain an aggressive campaign schedule this week despite an apparent outbreak of the coronavirus among his senior aides, the White House said Saturday.
For Transgender Activists, Election Stokes Hopes and Fears
Among transgender-rights activists, there's a powerful mix of hope and fear heading toward the Nov. 3 election.
GOP Gays and Real Housewives for Donald Trump Rally in WeHo Friday Night
About 70 LGBTQ Trump supporters and allied housewives marched for Donald Trump in heavily Democratic WEHO Friday night.
I ___ Sober: How Recovery Unplugged's New Campaign is All About Living Life
The nationally recognized treatment center recently kicked off the "I ____ Sober" movement as a way to celebrate those who are living their best lives without the influence of drugs and alcohol.
News
Despite Rhetoric, GOP has Supported Packing State Courts
Republican claims that Democrats would expand the U.S. Supreme Court to undercut the conservative majority if they win the presidency and control of Congress has a familiar ring.
Entertainment
Making Art Out of Life :: Matt Fifer on 'Cicada'
One of the films that's made a splash at this year's LGBTQ festivals is the Matt Fifer co-written and co-directed "Cicada," drawn from the lives of its two lead actors. Fifer chats with EDGE about facing life demons with art.
Business
Short-Video App Quibi Shutting Down Just Months After Launch
Short-video app Quibi said it is shutting down just six months after its early April launch, having struggled to find customers.
Technology
Washington State Discovers First 'Murder Hornet' Nest in US
Scientists have discovered the first nest of so-called murder hornets in the United States and plan to wipe it out Saturday to protect native honeybees, officials in Washington state said.
Finance
Even With ACA's Fate in Flux, Open Enrollment Starts Soon. Here's What's New.
Facing a pandemic, record unemployment and unknown future costs for COVID-19 treatments, health insurers selling Affordable Care Act plans to individuals reacted by lowering rates in some areas and, overall, issuing only modest premium increases for 2021.
Cars
Edmunds: What Is the Best Vehicle for a Family of Five?
Trucks and SUVs are the de facto family vehicles. But what about the go-to family vehicle from a generation ago, the minivan? Edmunds' experts set out to determine what type of family vehicle is the most versatile.
Style
5 Halloween Cocktails Straight Out of Your Nightmares
It's that time of the year again! In case 2020 isn't scary enough for you - here are five Halloween cocktails straight out of your nightmares!
Health/Fitness
Travel on Thanksgiving? Pass the COVID
For everyone, after at least seven months of being mostly sequestered, the winter holidays pose an almost insurmountable temptation. Even public health and infectious disease experts recognize the dilemma.
Travel
New York State of Mind: A Solo Gay Getaway
A solo trip to the Hudson Valley offers one writer the opportunity to ponder his queerness among cemeteries, towering sculptures and a stroll down Main Street.
Nightlife
ACLU Analysis Finds Decriminalizing Sex Work Improves Public Health and Public Safety
Sex workers have been saying they face significant violence from police and clients for decades and it is time that we all listen to these voices when determining how to improve safety for sex workers," says an ACLU representative.
Slightly Used News :: October 7, 2020
Recent Reviews
Review: 'Bad Hair' is Just Bad
The comedy and horror are not woven well into this '90s throwback horror film.
Review: 'Synchronic' A Time-Warping Mind-Bender
Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead have crafted yet another sci-fi mind-bender, this time with A-list actors and a thrilling world to play in.
Review: 'Requiem For A Dream - Director's Cut' Spectacular on 4K
Regardless of personal thoughts, there's no denying that the 20th Anniversary 4K release of Darren Aronofsky's "Requiem for a Dream" wins big in terms of visuals and sound.
