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Luxottica Eyewear Empire Founder Leonardo Del Vecchio Dies
Leonardo Del Vecchio, who founded eyewear empire Luxottica in a trailer and turned an everyday object into a global fashion item, becoming one of Italy's richest men in the process, died on Monday.
Tom Daley 'Furious' Over FINA's Transgender Women Ban in Elite Swimming
Speaking at the British LGBT Awards on Friday, Tom Daley slammed FINA's decision to restrict the participation of transgender athletes in elite women's competitions.
With Upcoming Pride Night, Soccer's Chicago Fire Fosters Inclusion
With a Pride Night game this week, the soccer franchise Chicago Fire moves forward with its commitment to inclusion and diversity. Current Vice President of Equity, Alumni Relations, and Engagement Evan Whitfield addresses these initiatives.
Out U.S. Basketball Star Brittney Griner Due in Russian Court
More than four months after she was arrested at a Moscow airport for cannabis possession, American basketball star Brittney Griner is to appear in court Monday for a preliminary hearing ahead of her trial.
Kenzo Channels Preppy, Celine Goes for Razzmatazz in Paris
Kenzo's designer, Nigo, found his groove for his sophomore collection at the LVMH-owned house, drawing vibrant parallels with house founder Kenzo Takada.
Loewe Presents a Dystopian Future at Paris Fashion Week
Loewe thrust Paris Fashion Week into a bleak and dystopian vision of the future on Saturday -- turning its runway into a dead space where nature and animal life only existed to be harnessed and exploited.
FBI Seizes Disputed Basquiat Artwork from Florida Museum
The FBI raided a Florida art museum on Friday and seized more than two dozen paintings attributed to artist Jean-Michel Basquiat following questions about their authenticity.
Moscow Fashion Week Sprawls Across the Capital
Chic and adventurous models and couturiers have been spread all over the Russian capital for Moscow Fashion Week.
Watch: X-Rated Gay Film Shot at Acropolis Leads to Advanced Security Measures
Last December there was outrage in Greece when it was learned that a gay sex scene was filmed at the iconic Acropolis. Security measures were then put into place to ensure it doesn't happen again.
Former Brazil Player Richarlyson Says he is Bisexual
Former Brazil and Sao Paulo midfielder Richarlyson said in a podcast on Friday that he is bisexual, a rare revelation in a country where macho culture in soccer is rife.
Edmunds: 2022 BMW i4 Versus 2022 Polestar 2
The BMW i4 is about the size of a 3 Series and offers an engaging driving experience. But there's another small EV also vying for your attention: The Polestar 2.
For National Hydration Day, the Best Skin Hydrators
In a recent article celebrating National Sunscreen Day, I wrote that there seems to be a national day for just about everything these days. Well, here we are again, but this time in honor of National Hydration Day.
Hostess Introduces $TWINKcoins (Seriously)
This week the sweets giant Hostess "unveiled a new fluffy treat that's a nod to the most prominent cryptocurrencies out there."
Stars Turn Out for Dior's 19,000 Blooms at Paris Show
Paris Fashion Week menswear shows geared up a notch Friday, as fashion insiders prepared for Dior's spectacular afternoon show.
The Center's Garden Party NYC :: June 21, 2022
No other event in the city gives gay New Yorkers that feeling of oh-summer-is-finally here as the Center's Garden Party does. Great food, drinks, performances and everybody in fancy, fun, lighter clothes, makes this the event that nobody wants to miss.
At Pride, Celebrations Amid a Darker National Environment
LGBTQ Pride commemorations are grappling this year with a national environment of ramped-up legislative and rhetorical battles over sexual orientation and gender identity.
Spirit of Virgil Abloh Lives On at Louis Vuitton in Paris
He may have died last November, but Virgil Abloh lived on at Paris Fashion Week Thursday in a high-energy runway spectacular for Louis Vuitton menswear.
Toyota Recalls Electric Car for Faulty Wheel that May Detach
Toyota is recalling 2,700 bZ4X crossover vehicles globally for wheel bolts that could become loose, in a major setback for the Japanese automaker's ambitions to roll out electric cars.
North Carolina Football Club Underscores Commitment as a Safe Place for Gay Fans, Allies and Players
The North Carolina Football Club has long been a champion of inclusivity and acceptance, as evidenced by their commitment to providing a safe environment for gay fans, allies, and players.
Swimming's New Transgender Policy Could Impact Other Sports
Bans on transgender women in international swimming and rugby this week opened the door for track and field to consider following suit in what could turn into a wave of policy changes in Olympic sports.