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185 German Actors Kick Down Closet Door in Group Coming Out
Nearly 200 German actors have kicked down the closet door in a group coming out that was announced on social media and on the cover of a weekly newspaper supplement.
Queer Performers Find OnlyFans Success in Anti-LGBTQ Nigeria
The Internet is proving profitable for an emerging number of queer Nigerians who are turning to OnlyFans to post and profit off of explicit content.
The Tennis Crowd: Players Thrive with Fans Back in Australia
There was no certainty until last month that the Australian Open would even be staged. There was no certainty until recent weeks of how many fans would be allowed in. Decisions rest with the state government and health officials, and can change.
Pandemic Cuisine: Odd Pairings, Old Favorites on the Menu
Whether it's kimchi, beets or broccoli, the pandemic has had a strange impact on food cravings that goes beyond the joy of comfort eating.
Edmunds: Whatever Happened to Car Subscription Services?
Just a few years ago, car subscriptions looked like the next sure thing. So why haven't subscriptions caught on, and which services are still out there?
How Did a Popular Porn Meme Find Its Way Into the Capitol Insurrection?
How did the porn star known as Wood find his way into the Capitol insurrection? And how did he turn up in an FBI arrest warrant?
An Antidote to Pandemic Blues, Some Assembly Required
Rejuvenated by quarantines and lockdowns, the old-school pastime of creating miniature worlds by assembling and decorating scaled-down models or running mini trains on mini tracks is enjoying a revival.
Kansas House GOP Proposed Bill Would Criminalize Care for Transgender Youth
Kansas Republicans want to criminalize gender affirmation surgery and other treatments for transgender youth who seek to transition.
'Prim-n-Poppin' Photo Series Reimagines Vintage Beauty Ads Through LGBTQ-Inclusive Lens
New York-based photographer Julia Comita and makeup artist Brenna Drury have combined forces to co-creative direct a new photo series that challenges non-inclusive beauty standards.
Ideas for a Safe, Healthy Valentine's Day Everyone Can Love
"Valentine's Day in a Pandemic" sounds like the title of a terrible album, or maybe the least-romantic date night movie ever. Unfortunately, it's also reality in 2021. But a little creativity goes a long way.
A Recipe for Trouble? Reversal of Calif. Outdoor Dining Ban Has Heads Spinning
Outdoor dining is resuming in California under state and local orders issued last week — but with COVID cases, hospitalizations and deaths still far higher than they were when the bans took effect.
Super Bowl Ads Aim to Comfort and Connect
Super Bowl ads each year offer a snapshot of the American psyche. And this year, it's a doozy.
Watch: Get in Bed With Todrick Hall and Louis Vuitton
You don't need a nor'easter for an excuse to stay in bed. At least that's Todrick Hall's philosophy, made apparent by his brand new, king-size Louis Vuitton-inspired bed.
The Weeknd Vows to Tone it Down for His Super Bowl Show
The Weeknd may be known for his graphic music videos and performances featuring blood and violence, but the three-time Grammy winner says he will tone down his act during the Super Bowl halftime show.
Trixie Mattel Comes to the Rescue of Milwaukee Gay Bar
When This Is It!, the Milwaukee gay bar Trixie Mattel headed to as soon as she turned 21, faced COVID-related financial difficulties until the "Drag Race" star stepped in: She's now a co-owner.
Outcry Scuttles Anti-Gay Rugby Star Israel Folau's New Gig
Anti-LGTBQ rugby star Israel Folau had been in talks to return to the fold of Australia's National Rugby League. A massive outcry derailed those plans.
Watch the 'Drag Race' Audition Video of Accused Insurrectionist & 'Ex-Gay' Kevin Whitt
Conservative activist Kevin Whitt was fired this week from the Texas GOP for participating in the Capitol insurrection. What many didn't know is that Whitt was a Dallas drag queen who auditioned for "RuPaul's Drag Race."
Daimler to Spin Off Trucks, Change Name to Mercedes-Benz
German automaker Daimler will split itself into two independent companies by spinning off its truck and bus division.
Watch: Levi's x Fresco Steez Collaboration Honors Black History Month
In honor of Black History Month, Levi's has partnered with activist and designer Fresco Steez for a line that pays tribute to Black political movements of the 20th and 21st centuries.
Tesla to Fix Touch Screens, Ending Spat with U.S. Regulators
After initially refusing a request from U.S. safety regulators, Tesla has now agreed to recall about 135,000 vehicles because the large touch screens on the console can go dark.