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EDGE Now: Pride Playlist

EDGE Now: Pride Playlist

MEDIA | May 28

Turn up the glitter and crank the volume—these iconic queer anthems are giving life this Pride! It's another loud, proud, and utterly fabulous episode of EDGE Now, brought to you by our chosen fam at Prelude Fertility. Let's get this rainbow rave started!

Kamran Gasanov Sends Thirst Traps From Russia with Love

Kamran Gasanov Sends Thirst Traps From Russia with Love

CULTURE | By Timothy Rawles | May 28

Russia, like the rest of the world, might be on uneven ground lately, but that doesn't mean we can't enjoy their beautiful citizens who take our minds off politics for a minute. One gorgeous man from that country is Karan Gasanov.

Francesco Carastro Is the Moon Phase We Crave

Francesco Carastro Is the Moon Phase We Crave

CULTURE | By Timothy Rawles | May 28

Find out why we gave sexy Instagram model Francesco Carastro a follow.

About to Wrap Up Season 4, 'Hacks' Renewed for a 5th

About to Wrap Up Season 4, 'Hacks' Renewed for a 5th

CULTURE | By Kilian Melloy | May 28

It's almost time to say goodbye for another season, but this won't be the last: "Hacks" continues to hack it, with a Season 5 renewal announced just prior to Season 4 coming to a close.

Pedro Pascal's Quip at a London Movie Premiere Has the Internet Gagging

Pedro Pascal's Quip at a London Movie Premiere Has the Internet Gagging

CULTURE | By Kilian Melloy | May 28

Irresistible screen idol Pedro Pascal was caught in a viral video clip in which he gave the best response to recording artist Seán Seraphim, and the internet is eating it up.

Trailblazing Out Former NBA Player Jason Collins Weds Longtime Partner Brunson Green

Trailblazing Out Former NBA Player Jason Collins Weds Longtime Partner Brunson Green

CULTURE | By Kilian Melloy | May 28

Jason Collins, the NBA's first out player, now retired, tied the knot with his longtime partner, Oscar-nominated movie producer Brunson Green.

Jonathan Groff Looks Back on the Moment He Said Yes to His Authentic 'Gay Self'

Jonathan Groff Looks Back on the Moment He Said Yes to His Authentic 'Gay Self'

CULTURE | By Kilian Melloy | May 28

Tony-winning actor Jonathan Groff opened up about the moment he won the struggle for self-acceptance and decided to embrace authenticity.

CabaretFest Ptown Turns 25 with Gala Kander & Ebb Tribute — Who's on Tap to Perform

CabaretFest Ptown Turns 25 with Gala Kander & Ebb Tribute — Who's on Tap to Perform

CULTURE | By John Amodeo | May 28

CabaretFest Ptown Turns 25 with an array of some of the best cabaret artists from New York, Boston, and beyond paying tribute to the great John Kander and Fred Ebb. EDGE speaks to five of those performing.

Dealer Gets 19 Years in Prison for Providing Drugs that Killed Prominent NYC Transgender Activist

Dealer Gets 19 Years in Prison for Providing Drugs that Killed Prominent NYC Transgender Activist

NEWS | May 28

A New York City drug dealer who admitted providing the fentanyl-laced heroin that killed a prominent transgender activist was sentenced Tuesday to 19 years in federal prison, prosecutors said.

California Opens Track-and-Field Finals to More Girls after Success of Trans Athlete

California Opens Track-and-Field Finals to More Girls after Success of Trans Athlete

NEWS | By Sophie Austin | May 28

The governing board for California high school sports is changing its competition rules at this weekend's state track-and-field championships amid controversy over a trans student-athlete.

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International Mr. Leather Conference @ The Chicago Congress Plaza Hotel

International Mr. Leather Conference @ The Chicago Congress Plaza Hotel

MEDIA | May 25

The Windy City just got a whole lot steamier! International Mr. Leather strutted, stomped, and cracked its way back into Chicago — and baby, it did not come to play. EDGE was there - check out the pics!