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$900B COVID Relief Bill Passed by Congress, Sent to Trump
Congress passed a $900 billion pandemic relief package Monday night that would finally deliver long-sought cash to businesses and individuals and resources to vaccinate a nation confronting a frightening surge in COVID-19 cases and deaths.
K.T. Oslin, Country Singer of '80's Ladies,' Dies at 78
Country singer K.T. Oslin, who hit it big with the 1987 hit "80?s Ladies" and won three Grammy awards, has died. She was 78.
COVID Bill to End 'Surprise' Medical Bills
People with private health insurance will see the nasty shock of "surprise" medical bills virtually gone, thanks to the coronavirus compromise passed by Congress.
Martuni's Sells Wines, Aprons, Shirts for Quick Gifts
Get a taste of those fun cabaret shows at Martuni's that we miss so much. The popular martini bar is making do in difficult times by selling a cute variety of gifts items.
Borgata Gives 5K to Assist Transgender Name Changes
The contribution will be used to support the assistance Garden State Equality gives to transgender people in New Jersey seeking legal name changes.
Atlanta Naming Atlanta Eagle Gay Bar as Historic Landmark
Atlanta has begun the process of designating a gay bar as a historic landmark, Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms says.
Parents Lose Lawsuit Over Destruction of Son's Porn Stash
A man who sued his parents for getting rid of his pornography collection has won a lawsuit in western Michigan and can seek compensation.
Congress Seals Agreement on $900 Billion COVID Relief Bill
After months of Washington gridlock, Congress is set to act on a $900 billion pandemic relief package, finally delivering long-sought cash to businesses and individuals and resources to vaccinate a nation confronting a frightening surge in COVID-19 cases.
Are New Coronavirus Strains Cause For Concern?
Experts say it's unclear if that's the case or whether the new coronavirus strains pose any concern for vaccines or cause more severe disease.
One Company's Quest for an Antibody Drug to Fight COVID-19
The drugs, administered by IV, are being tested to prevent infection in people at high risk of it who can't yet get a vaccine, such as housemates of COVID-19 patients. They're also being tried as a treatment soon after infection to avoid serious illness.
Taking a Note From Spotify, Grindr Shares its Grindr Unwrapped
Earlier this month, Spotify unleashed its Wrapped feature, allowing users to see and share their top listed to songs and artists of 2020. Grindr is taking note and, in a recent blog post, shared its Grindr Unwrapped.
Washington DC Set to Ban Gay, Trans 'Panic' Defense
The nation's capitol is set to put a ban in place on the use of so-called "gay panic" and "trans panic" defenses, with the law named for two victims of lethal anti-LGBTQ violence.
Police Investigating Hate Crime Vandalization of Gay Couple's Christmas Decorations
Eureka, Cal. police are investigating the vandalization of a gay couple's Christmas decorations in their front yard.
Maryland U.S. Attorney's Office Seizes Two Fake Domain Names
Authorities have seized two domain names posing as biotechnology companies developing COVID-19 treatments but are apparently collecting personal information for fraud and installing malware.
Liz Weston: Putting Financial Survivor's Guilt to Good Use
Not everyone feels bad about inequities, of course. But those who do can experience financial self-shaming, where they feel that it isn't OK to have money, jobs or opportunities that are denied to others.
As End Approaches, Trump Gets Doses of Flattery, Finality
President Donald Trump's administration is ending how it began, with over-the-top declarations of praise for the chief executive. But now the flattery is mixed with a sense of finality.
Take Advantage of Student Loan Breaks Before 2020 Ends
Many already benefited from some unprecedented events in 2020. It's unclear how long these breaks will last. If you're in good financial shape, here's how to take advantage of them while you can.
Jupiter, Saturn Merging in Night Sky, Closest in Centuries
Jupiter and Saturn will merge in the night sky Monday, appearing closer to one another than they have since Galileo's time in the 17th century.
President in the Pews: DC Churches Offer Biden Options
This is one of the last places where Biden can at least try to blend in, a luxury that probably will fade away completely when he takes office next month.
Overwhelmed California Hospitals Contemplate Rationing Care
California hospitals are battling to find beds to house patients amid fears the explosion of coronavirus cases will exhaust staffing resources.