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Vaccine Checks Begin at San Francisco Eateries, Bars
Anyone who wants to eat, drink or exercise indoors in San Francisco must show they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 when one of the nation's most stringent restrictions on unvaccinated people takes effect.
Valencia Spain Campaigns for 2026 Gay Games
First there's Hong Kong in 2022, but Valencia already has its eye on the prize to host Gay Games 2026 — an international phenomenon expected to attracted nearly 100,000 visitors.
It's a 'Oui!' for Montreal's Black & Blue Festival and Carnaval des Couleurs
The 2021 Montreal Black & Blue Festival and the Montreal Carnaval des Couleurs: The organization is in full swing and the programming is falling into place.
Patagonia Boycotts Wyoming Ski Resort Over Owners' GOP Event
The outdoor gear and clothing company Patagonia has stopped providing its merchandise for sale at a Wyoming ski resort to protest the owners' sponsorship of a Republican fundraiser featuring Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene.
OnlyFans Website to Ban 'Sexually Explicit' Content
OnlyFans, a site where fans pay creators for their photos and videos, is planning to ban "sexually explicit" content. The ban will start Oct. 1 and is the result of requests from banking partners and companies that handle financial transactions.
After Going Bleach Blond, Ricky Martin Shaves Off Beard
Months after dying his beard blond, out pop star Ricky Martin took to social media this week to debut his new clean shaven look.
The Lost Leonardo: Art World Discoveries and Deceptions
Leonardo da Vinci, Renaissance genius, takes a back seat to his artistic creation in the spellbinding new documentary about the queer journey of the painting "Salvator Mundi."
Out Olympian Tom Daley Talks Emotional Gold Medal Win
The Olympic diver says that he "never thought he'd feel emotion" the way he did when, at last, he won Olympic gold at Tokyo 2020.
Goals: Megan Rapinoe Launches 'The Call In' Book Club
Megan Rapinoe is such a fan of #MeToo pioneer Tarana Burke that the soccer star chose Burke's upcoming memoir, "Unbound," for her new book club before she had even read it.
Erik Braverman, Out Senior VP of LA Dodgers, Engaged to Boyfriend
Wedding bells are in the air for Erik Braverman, an openly gay senior vice president with the Los Angles Dodgers; he proposed to his boyfriend over the weekend, and they are now engaged.
How Gay Men Justify Their Racism on Grindr
Sociology professor and LGBTQ+ culture researcher Christopher T. Conner untangles the tensions and prejudices within gay dating and hookup apps.
'Penile Brain' — Websites Debunk the Apple Vinegar = Viagra Myth
Apple Cider vinegar has become something of a miracle cure of late with many touting its numerous benefits. But one thing it doesn't cure is erectile dysfunction.
Ariel Nicholson First Out Trans Cover Model for US Vogue
Ariel Nicholson is the first trans model to cover US Vogue magazine. She is one of eight models chosen to represent "Generation America" on the cover of the September issue.
Edmunds: Five Affordable Sporty Midsize Sedans
Although SUVs dominate automotive sales, midsize sedans are still a practical choice given their roomy seating, respectable fuel economy and value.
Wendy's Opens Delivery-Only Kitchens to Meet Growing Demand
Wendy's plans to open 700 delivery-only kitchens by 2025 to meet the growing demand from people who want their fast food brought to them.
Sexual Racism Isn't a 'Preference' — It's Systemic
The idea that sexual desire might be understood as mere preference — like a favorite ice cream flavor — is reductive. "Just a preference" is a familiar and reflexive shield for what experts call racialized sexual discrimination.
Fabio Fognini Makes a Rainbow-attired 'Mea Culpa' For Using Homophobic Term During Olympics
Italian tennis player Fabio Fognini expressed his regret for his homophobic outburst at the recent Olympics by accessorizing with rainbow head and wristbands for a match this past Monday.
Holy Bisexuality, Batman! Robin Comes Out
Batman's sidekick Robin came out as bisexual in a recently published issue of the DC comic book "Batman: Urban Legends," where he also sets up a date with another man.
5 Easy Ways to Give Your Dog CBD
If you're ready to try CBD for your dog — or even if you've been using it for a while — we've got five easy ways and a variety of options and flavors to keep your pup happy and make it super easy to fit CBD into their daily routine.
Marriage Equality, Social Media Helping Drive Male Makeup Trend
Makeup is steadily becoming a more commonplace part of the male grooming arsenal — and marriage equality and social media are playing a part.