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Out with Dr. Bill: Celebrating Pride Through Lifting Voices Not Heard Loudly Enough

SOCIAL MEDIA | By Dr. William Kapfer | Jun 24, 2024

Pride Month, celebrated each June, is a time to honor the history and diversity of the LGBTQ+ community, inspired by the Stonewall Riots of 1969. To me, Pride means using my privilege to uplift and empower those whose voices aren't heard as loudly.

The Texas Rangers are Frustrating LGBTQ+ Advocates as the Only MLB Team without a Pride Night

The Texas Rangers are Frustrating LGBTQ+ Advocates as the Only MLB Team without a Pride Night

ENTERTAINMENT | By Schuyler Dixon | Jun 24, 2024

All but one of the 30 of the Major League Baseball teams are hosting Pride Nights this season, most during Pride Month in June.

Tinashe's 'Nasty' Capsule Collection Includes Condoms

ENTERTAINMENT | By Kilian Melloy | Jun 24, 2024

Tinashe is putting the rap in "wrap," with condoms being part of her new capsule collection, along with a hoodie, boxers, a box of matches, and more "Nasty" merch.

EDGE2.0: Sam Smith Reacts to Single Going to No. 1, Making LGBTQ History

EDGE2.0: Sam Smith Reacts to Single Going to No. 1, Making LGBTQ History

ENTERTAINMENT | Jun 23, 2024

In 2022 we saw the first non-binary artist hit the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100 with Sam Smith's and Kim Petra's "Unholy." To this day the song remains the only number one hit by a non-binary or transgender artist.

InstaQueer Roundup: Glowing & Gorgeous: Alex Consani, Joey Zauzig , Nymphia Wind & More!

InstaQueer Roundup: Glowing & Gorgeous: Alex Consani, Joey Zauzig , Nymphia Wind & More!

SOCIAL MEDIA | By Andrea Marks Joseph | Jun 23, 2024

Welcome to our latest round-up of Instagram posts where queer celebs served! This week we have iconic posts from Alex Consani, "Drag Race" winner Nymphia and more!

'Inside Out 2' Scores $100M in its Second Weekend, Setting Records

ENTERTAINMENT | By Jake Coyle | Jun 23, 2024

Weekend number two was just as joyous for "Inside Out 2." The Pixar sequel collected $100 million in ticket sales in its second weekend, according to studio estimates Sunday, setting a new record for an animated movie in its follow-up frame in theaters.

Taylor Swift Kicks Off UK Eras Shows as Some Fans Wonder If Singer Is Ready to Say 'So Long, London'

ENTERTAINMENT | By Lisa Leff | Jun 23, 2024

Taylor Swift fans enjoy parsing the singer-songwriter's lyrics for references to her romantic life and insights into her state of mind.

Review: 'Let the Canary Sing' Reveals the Life and Work of Rara Avis Cyndi Lauper

ENTERTAINMENT | By JC Alvarez | Jun 23, 2024

Cyndi Lauper has been an advocate for women's rights and health issues, and an unwavering ally of the LGBTQ+ community. This new documentary explores her life, her career, and her advocacy.

'Kiss-Kiss-Bang Bang!' Will You Celebrate National Kissing Day with a PDA?

LIFESTYLE | Jun 22, 2024

June 22 is National Kissing Day, but how comfortable are queer people about PDAs?

Celebrating 9 Passionate, Sensual and Sentimental Queer Celebs for Cancer Season

Celebrating 9 Passionate, Sensual and Sentimental Queer Celebs for Cancer Season

ENTERTAINMENT | By Andrea Marks Joseph | Jun 22, 2024

As we lean into the summer feeling of flirting, fun, and spending time with friends, we celebrate our fav queer Cancerians.

It's Here: Former Congressman George Santos Joins OnlyFans

ENTERTAINMENT | By Emell Adolphus | Jun 22, 2024

It would seem our worst fears have been released: Expelled Congressman George Santos has joined OnlyFans, and he ain't cheap.

Former CNN Anchor Takes on Professor in Primary Aimed at Finding Democrat Who Can Win on Long Island

ENTERTAINMENT | By Anthony Izaguirre | Jun 22, 2024

A former CNN anchor and a retired chemistry professor are facing off in a Democratic primary to pick a challenger to U.S. Rep. Nick LaLota in an eastern Long Island congressional district that has been in Republican hands for a decade.

Watch: Chappell Roan Performs 'Good Luck, Babe!' on The Tonight Show

ENTERTAINMENT | By Kilian Melloy | Jun 21, 2024

Out singer Chappell Roan guested on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon," cranking the fashion vibes up to 11, performing her hit, "Good Luck Babe!," and representing her queer fans.

Review: Queer Film 'Chestnut' Smolders with a Moving Love Triangle

Review: Queer Film 'Chestnut' Smolders with a Moving Love Triangle

ENTERTAINMENT | By Megan Kearns | Jun 21, 2024

In this queer film, a love triangle yields something more introspective and understated, yet every bit as emotionally potent, as the usual tropes of jealousy and titillation.

By Default, Madonna Wins Another Legal Fight Against Jilted Fans

ENTERTAINMENT | By Emell Adolphus | Jun 21, 2024

By default, the Queen of Pop was hit with a lawsuit over show delays during her Celebration tour run.

Judy Garland's Hometown is Raising Funds to Purchase Stolen 'Wizard of Oz' Ruby Slippers

ENTERTAINMENT | Jun 21, 2024

The Minnesota hometown of Judy Garland, the actress who wore a pair of ruby slippers in "The Wizard of Oz," is raising money to purchase the prized footwear after it was stolen from a local museum and then later turned over to an auction company.

UK Fans Wonder if Taylor Swift Will Say 'So Long, London' after Eras Tour

ENTERTAINMENT | By Lisa Leff | Jun 21, 2024

Fans in the U.K. didn't have to listen closely to her latest album to get the sense that Swift had soured on the country's capital city after long making it a regular hangout and then her second home.

'Drag Race' Champ Yvie Oddly Posts NSFW Thirst Trap to Promote New Memoir

'Drag Race' Champ Yvie Oddly Posts NSFW Thirst Trap to Promote New Memoir

ENTERTAINMENT | Jun 20, 2024

Yvie Oddly is getting the word out about her new memoir one thirst trap at a time.

Actor Ian McKellen, 85, Offers Thanks for Messages of Support after Three Nights in the Hospital

Actor Ian McKellen, 85, Offers Thanks for Messages of Support after Three Nights in the Hospital

ENTERTAINMENT | Jun 20, 2024

Actor Ian McKellen is resting, taking light exercise and undergoing physiotherapy after spending three nights in the hospital after he toppled off a London stage during a fight scene earlier this week.

Director Eric Rosen Takes Over the Cape Playhouse (with a Little Help from Husband, 'The Gilded Age's' Claybourne Elder)

ENTERTAINMENT | By Nicholas Dussault | Jun 20, 2024

The Cape Cod theater, the Cape Playhouse, heads to its 100th year with out theater director Eric Rosen at its helm. He is joined there by husband Claybourne Elder ("The Gilded Age"), who talk to EDGE about their plans for the summer playhouse.

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