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Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos May Step Down Without Stepping Away
Even after stepping aside as CEO, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos appears likely to keep identifying new frontiers for the world's dominant e-commerce company. His successor, meanwhile, gets to deal with escalating efforts to curtail its power.
GSK, CureVac to Make COVID-19 Vaccines Aimed at New Variants
Drugmaker GlaxoSmithKline said Wednesday it will work with a German biopharmaceutical company to develop new vaccines targeting emerging variants of COVID-19 amid concerns that some mutations are making the virus harder to combat.
Virtual Valentine: Richmond Ermet Aid Foundation's February Fundraiser
Valentine's Day comes a day early when the Richmond Ermet Aid Foundation offers "All You Need Is Love: A Valentine Concert Celebrating Broadway." The virtual event will be streaming at Facebook Live on Saturday, February 13, at 7pm.
How E-Counseling Platform BetterHelp is Reaching the LGBTQ Community
BetterHelp, the world's largest e-counseling service, along with its LGBTQ platform PrideCounseling.com, has leveraged groundbreaking technology with a roster of nearly 16,000 licensed therapists ready to help those in need.
Senate Confirms Pete Buttigieg as Transportation Secretary
The Senate confirmed Pete Buttigieg as transportation secretary, the first openly gay person to take a Cabinet post, tasked with advancing President Joe Biden's ambitious agenda of rebuilding the nation's infrastructure and fighting climate change.
Hal Holbrook, Prolific Actor Who Played Twain, Dies at 95
Hal Holbrook, the award-winning character actor who toured the world for more than 50 years as Mark Twain in a one-man show and uttered the immortal advice "Follow the money" in the classic political thriller "All the President's Men," has died. He was 95
Ocasio-Cortez Talks Capitol Attack, Past Sexual Assault
A teary-eyed Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez on Monday recounted hiding in her office bathroom as a man repeatedly yelled "Where is she?" during the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, and also revealed a sexual assault in her past as she talked about trauma.
Aetna Expands Coverage to Include Breast Augmentation Surgery for Transgender Women
Aetna has agreed to expand coverage for gender-affirming procedures for transgender women.
Senate Set to Confirm Buttigieg for Transportation Secretary
The Senate is poised to approve Pete Buttigieg to be transportation secretary, the first openly gay person ever confirmed to a Cabinet post.
Marilyn Manson Denies Evan Rachel Wood's Abuse Allegations
Rocker Marilyn Manson was dropped by his record label on Monday after actor Evan Rachel Wood accused her ex-fiancé of sexual and other physical abuse, alleging she was "manipulated into submission" during their relationship.
Sprawling Winter Storm Hits More of Northeast, Dumping Snow
Parts of northern New England were waiting their turn to be pummeled by a heavy winter storm Tuesday, while residents of the New York City region were digging out from under piles of snow.
Punxsutawney Phil Says there Will be 6 More Weeks of Winter
There will be six more weeks of winter Punxsutawney Phil predicted as he emerged from his burrow on a snowy Tuesday morning to perform his Groundhog Day duties.
Police: Rapper Silento Charged with Murder in Shooting Death
Silento, the Atlanta rapper known for his hit song "Watch Me (Whip/Nae Nae)," was arrested Monday and charged with murder in the shooting death of his 34-year-old cousin, authorities said.
Sydney Man Arrested for 1988 Murder of American Gay Man
An Australian man has been arrested for the 1988 murder of an American gay man in Sydney.
NY Times: 21 Young Men Allege Online Harassment by Lincoln Project's John Weaver
In an extensive report, the New York Times delved into the recent allegations of inappropriate behavior by the Lincoln Project's John Weaver.
NYC Parks Have Become 'People's Everything'
Oases in the best of times, New York City's parks have served as essential refuges through the hard times of the pandemic — havens for the city's millions who yearn to escape their locked-down apartments, to breathe fresh air and enjoy some elbow room.
US Billionaire Buys SpaceX Flight to Orbit with 3 Others
A U.S. billionaire who made a fortune in tech and fighter jets is buying an entire SpaceX flight and plans to take three people with him to circle the globe this year.
Evan Rachel Wood Accuses Marilyn Manson of Physical, Sexual Abuse
Actor and singer Evan Rachel Wood has accused Marilyn Manson of sexual and physical abuse and manipulation.
'Saved by the Bell' Star Dustin Diamond Dies of Cancer at 44
"Saved by the Bell" star Dustin Diamond died Monday after a three-week fight with carcinoma, according to his representative. He was 44.
Watch: 'SNL' Faces Backlash for Michael Che's Trans Military Remark
Cohost of the "SNL" segment "Weekend Update" Michael Che is coming under fire for a remark he made about President Biden lifting the Trump-era transgender military ban.