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Transgender Hollywood Seeks Recognition, and Not Just Roles

By Jocelyn Noveck | Aug 7, 2018

LGBTQ advocates hope access for the transgender community at every level of the Hollywood storytelling process, from the first idea pitch to the final product, will become a reality.

Testing Finds Flaws with Car Electronic Car Safety Systems

By Tom Krisher | Aug 7, 2018

Cars and trucks with electronic driver assist systems may not see stopped vehicles and could even steer you into a crash if you're not paying attention, an insurance industry group warns.

Beer-Hopping in New England

By Patrick Whittle | Aug 7, 2018

The woods of northern New England are known for lots of things: bear, moose, towering pine trees, brilliant fall foliage and icy winters. But these forests are luring a new critter -- beer tourists.

10 Food Hacks to Cool You Down During Hot Weather

Aug 7, 2018

Experts have revealed the foods you should be eating to keep cool during hot weather, including spinach, chili -- and soup.

Council Wants to Remove Trump Star from Walk of Fame

Aug 7, 2018

The West Hollywood City Council has unanimously approved a resolution seeking to remove President Donald Trump's star from the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Facebook Removes Alex Jones Pages for Hate, Bullying

By Barbara Ortutay | Aug 6, 2018

Major tech companies have begun to ban right-wing conspiracy theorist Alex Jones from their services, reflecting a more aggressive enforcement of policies against hate speech following protests on social media.

In Waiting for Answers, Automakers Stick to Obama-Era Rules

By Tom Krisher | Aug 6, 2018

For all the drama surrounding the Trump administration's attempt to undo Obama-era fuel economy requirements, automakers are likely to stick to them until they get some answers.

One-Stop Shopping: Sex, Drugs and Grindr

Aug 6, 2018

A report from NBC News says that some drug dealers are utilizing online dating apps, such as Grindr, to sell drugs to their clientele.

Master French Chef Joel Robuchon Dies at 73

By Sylvie Corbet, Sarah DiLorenzo | Aug 6, 2018

Joel Robuchon, a master chef who shook up the stuffy world of French haute cuisine by wowing palates with the delights of the simple mashed potato and giving diners a peek at the kitchen, has died at 73. 

Dollywood $37M Wildwood Grove Expansion to Open in 2019

Aug 6, 2018

Dolly Parton's Dollywood amusement park has announced a $37 million expansion with rides, a restaurant and live entertainment.

Magnum's 'Stache to Get Nod in Reboot of CBS Show

Aug 6, 2018

The reboot of "Magnum P.I." won't forget fans of the original hit starring Tom Selleck, paying quiet homage recognizable to long-time viewers.

Lance Bass Tried to Buy Home Featured in 'Brady Bunch'

Aug 6, 2018

Lance Bass thought he had bought the home featured in the opening and closing scenes of "The Brady Bunch." He even invited Maureen McCormick, who played Marcia in the sitcom, over for dinner.

US teacher rows solo across Atlantic in record time

Aug 5, 2018

A high school science teacher from Cincinnati, Ohio, has rowed solo across the Atlantic Ocean, setting a record for a west-to-east crossing.

Ohio State's Meyer defends self, ex-assistant denies abuse

By Ralph D. Russo | Aug 4, 2018

Urban Meyer is insisting that he properly handled 2015 allegations of domestic violence against one of his assistant coaches at the time, though he acknowledged he was not forthright with reporters when questioned last week about the claims.

Poland's Daredevil Shows Video from Skiing Down K2

Aug 3, 2018

Polish climber and daredevil skier Andrzej Bargiel is showing pictures from his latest trip, when he climbed and then skied down the world's second-highest mountain, K2.

States Vow to Press Fight Against Trump's Car Fuel Rules

By Brian Melley | Aug 3, 2018

Months after they pre-emptively sued to block anticipated efforts by the Environmental Protection Agency to roll back mileage regulations, Democratic attorneys general vowed to continue their fight in the courts.

Where Do Rare Blue Diamonds Come From?

By Christina Larson | Aug 3, 2018

Blue diamonds -- like the Smithsonian's famous Hope diamond -- are the rarest of all and how they formed more than a billion years ago is a bit of a mystery. Now scientists think they have a glimmer of an answer.

Watch: UK's Gay Fitness Challenge, Nick's Story

Watch: UK's Gay Fitness Challenge, Nick's Story

Aug 3, 2018

Meet Nick. He took a 30-day gay fitness challenge to improve his diet and nutrition and hopefully lose some weight around his belly. Here's how he got on.

Empty Bus at Brighton Pride Highlights Lack of Gay Footballers

Aug 3, 2018

An empty open-top bus will be paraded at this weekend's Brighton Pride Festival highlighting the "statistical anomaly" that none of the 500 top-level footballers registered to play are openly gay.

Rick Genest, Star of Gaga's 'Born This Way' Vid, Dies of Apparent Suicide at 32

Aug 3, 2018

Model and the star of Lady Gaga's LGBTQ anthem "Born This Way," Rick Genst, also known as "Zombie Boy," has died of apparent suicide, People magazine reports. He was 32.

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