Culture
Trump Administration Removing 988 Hotline Service Tailored to LGBTQ+ Youth In July
The 988 National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline will stop providing tailored support options to LGBTQ+ youth and young adults on July 17, according to a statement on a federal agency's website.
Tom Cruise Getting an Oscar — Along with Dolly Parton, Debbie Allen, and Wynn Thomas
Thirty-five years after Tom Cruise received his first Oscar nomination, he's finally getting a trophy. It's not for his death-defying stunts, either. At least, not exclusively.
Czech International Film Festival Opens with Honors for Actors Peter Sarsgaard and Vicky Krieps
The Czech Karlovy Vary International Film Festival was kicking off its 59th edition on Friday with honors for American actor Peter Sarsgaard and actress Vicky Krieps from Luxembourg.
Oasis Fans Go Supersonic as Seminal Band's Long-Awaited Reunion Tour Kicks Off in Cardiff
Tens of thousands of Oasis fans thronged the streets of Cardiff, Wales, on Friday, where the Britpop-era rockers were kicking off a hotly, and somewhat anxiously, anticipated reunion tour.
The 'Cucumber' Reunion We Didn't Know We Needed
The cast of LGTBQ+ show "Cucumber" — created by Russell T. Davies, of "Queer as Folk" and "It's a Sin" fame — will come together next month at a queer film festival in Manchester, England.
Caitlyn Jenner's Manager Dies in ATV Accident
Caitlyn Jenner's manager, Sophia Hutchins, has died in an accident at the age of 29. The tragedy, which involved an ATV, reportedly occurred not far from Jenner's home.
Matevz Ivanos is a Trade Secret
Matevz Ivanos is a Czech young man who is learning the ropes of content creating.
Just How Did Patrick Schwarzenegger Learn of 'The Tight Lotus?'
"The Tight Lotus" is an adult male parody of... you know what. And how Patrick Schwarzenegger learned of it is pretty funny.
'Modern Family' Alum Comes Out with Quote from Her Own Show and Fans Cheer
Aubrey Anderson-Emmons looked to her own family — "Modern Family," that is — in choosing how to tell the world that she is bi.
A Strike by Air Traffic Controllers Is Disrupting Travel To, From and Over France
About 40% of flights were canceled Friday at all Paris airports at the height of the summer travel season because of a strike by French air traffic controllers seeking better working conditions.
10 Songs to Celebrate Oasis' Reunion, from Top Hits to B-Sides
The reunion to end all reunions is set to take place today, when the Britpop band Oasis gets together for a five-month world tour kicking off in Cardiff, Wales, officially marking the end of a yearslong feud.
Movie Review: In Queer-Themed 'The Old Guard 2,' Charlize Theron and Uma Thurman Get Half a Movie
"The Old Guard 2" is a bit of a background movie that's probably easy enough to tune in and out of (though Matthias Schoenaerts, a standout, gives it some real pathos).
Streaming Queer: July 2025
July brings all kinds of fun streaming joy, including the expansive intergalactic drama of "Foundation," the post-apocalyptic car-combat carnage of "Twisted Metal," and the outrageously competitive whirlwind of "Project Runway." Plus, much more!
Pop Star Katy Perry and Actor Orlando Bloom Split 6 Years after Getting Engaged
Popstar Katy Perry and actor Orlando Bloom have split, multiple media outlets reported Thursday.
Lewis Hamilton Warns Against Rushing an 'F1' Movie Sequel after Box-Office Success
Lewis Hamilton says he just wants to enjoy the "F1" movie's success as he warned Thursday that rushing a sequel would be "the worst thing we probably could do."
Richard Hernandez is a Tom of Finland Fantasy
Richard Hernandez could be one of Touko Valio Laaksonen's models; he just needs a mustache and a leather biker hat.
Nats Getty, Wife Gigi Gorgeous Split
Nats Getty and his wife, beauty influencer Gigi Gorgeous, have announced their decision to divorce.
'Real Housewife' Ex David Beador Claims Estranged Current Wife Lesley Accused Him of Being Gay, Only Married Him for Money
David Beador — the former husband of Shannon Beador, a star of "Real Housewives of Orange County" — claims that his current wife, Lesley, mauled his arm and accused him of being gay.
Reports: 'Elio' Coulda, Woulda Been Queer, but Pixar Quashed It
By now it's a too-familiar story: Pixar creatives with a queer vision are overruled by studio execs wary of LGBTQ+ representation. The latest victim of homophobic censorship is, reportedly, box-office flop "Elio."
Why Hosting a July Fourth Pool Party May Cost Less This Year
Americans have one more reason to celebrate this Fourth of July: getting all the gear needed to host a pool party costs less than it has in years, according to a market research company's preliminary data.
Providence Fringe Festival Kicked Off With a Bang
Since 2014, the Providence Fringe Festival has been giving local and out of town artists the opportunity to show their talents in the area's premier outdoor arts festival.
Metamorphoses
Berkeley Rep could probably stage this play every single year and keep having a hit on its hands. Certainly it's easy to imagine charmed audiences returning again and again.