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Michael Avenatti Convicted of Stealing from Stormy Daniels
Michael Avenatti was convicted Friday of cheating porn actor Stormy Daniels out of nearly $300,000 she was supposed to get for writing a book about an alleged tryst with former President Donald Trump.
New Study Reveals LGBTQ+ People Leading the Way in COVID-19 Vaccinations
A new study suggests that LGTBQ+ people are leading the way when it comes to getting vaccinated against COVID-19, as well as being more concerned about the pandemic and more confident in the vaccines.
Why Briotech's Powerful Cleansing Products are Actually Good for Your Skin
Briotech harnesses the power of natural HOCl for a skincare line that offers a pure cleansing and rejuvenating option for all of your skincare needs.
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem Signs Transgender Athlete Ban
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem on Thursday signed a bill that will ban transgender girls and college-age women from playing in school sports leagues that match their gender identity, making zSouth Dakota the 10th state to enact such a law.
Storm Expected to Glaze Pennsylvania, New England in Ice
A major winter storm that already cut electric power to about 350,000 homes and businesses from Texas to the Ohio Valley was set to leave Pennsylvania and New England glazed in ice and smothered in snow Friday, forecasters said.
Study Identifies Virulent HIV Variant Unrecognized for Years
Scientists have found a previously unrecognized variant of HIV that's more virulent than usual and has quietly circulated in the Netherlands for the past few decades.
Watch: Male Couple Munch Toast in Ad; One Million Moms Melts Down
One Million Moms — a misnamed appendage of the anti-LGTBQ+ American Family Association — is heated over an ad for dating site eharmony that shows two guys eating toast.
Former Miss California (and Trump Supporter) Pays Children To Go Maskless
A former Miss California who claims she lost the Miss USA crown in 2009 because she opposed same-sex marriage is currently paying children not to wear masks.
Survey: Americans' 'Satisfaction' with LGTBQ+ Acceptance Hits New High
More Americans are "satisfied" with the country's level of LGTBQ+ acceptance than ever, a new Gallup "Mood of the Nation" poll shows.
Black Lesbian Sues Tesla for 'Unchecked' Racism, Discrimination
A contract worker, who inspected brake parts, is the latest to complain that Tesla ignores discrimination based on race, sexual orientation and gender at its plants.
'Queen Of Italian Cinema' Monica Vitti dies at Age 90
Monica Vitti, the versatile movie star of Michelangelo Antonioni's "L'Avventura" and other Italian alienation films of the 1960s, and later a leading comic actress, has died. She was 90.
Vatican, Italy Bishop Slam "Profane" Sanremo Performance
The Vatican and an Italian Catholic bishop on Wednesday protested a performance at Italy's Sanremo music festival that featured a "profane" faux baptism on stage, lamenting in particular that it was broadcast on public television.
Adorbs! Gay Penguin Dads in Syracuse Hatch Chick
Two male Humboldt penguins in Syracuse's Rosamond Gifford Zoo have hatched their first chick, becoming the latest same-sex penguin family to welcome an adorable new addition.
South Dakota House Backs Restrictions on Trans Students
The South Dakota House on Tuesday passed two bills aimed at transgender students, seeking to restrict which bathrooms K-12 trans children can use and which sports teams trans girls and college-age women can join.
Ancient Helmets, Temple Ruins Found at Dig in Southern Italy
Archaeologists in southern Italy have discovered ancient warrior helmets and the ruins of a painted brick wall at a site that might have been a forerunner of a temple dedicated to the goddess Athena.
Moderna Launches Early Phase of New HIV Vaccine Tests
Moderna, together with research organization IAVI, has begin testing promising new antibodies against HIV that could one day lead to an effective vaccine via mRNA technology.
Men Continue to Fall Behind Women in Global HIV Testing, Treatment
Men are faring worse than women in terms of global efforts to increase HIV testing and treatment — a crucial part of reducing rates of HIV transmission.
New York Times Buys Viral Word Game Wordle
The New York Times said on Monday that it has bought Wordle, the free online word game that has exploded in popularity and, for some, become a daily obsession.
SD House Lawmakers Advance Ban on Trans Bathroom Policies
A South Dakota bill that would ban transgender students from using school restrooms that match their gender identity cleared its first hurdle in the Legislature on Monday, receiving approval from a House committee.
Grindr No Longer Available Through Chinese App Stores
Hookup app Grindr is reportedly no longer available to users through app stores in China, a development that follows an announced crackdown on internet content by the communist country's authorities.