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Trump Administration Suspends $175 Million in Federal Funding for Penn over Transgender Swimmer

Trump Administration Suspends $175 Million in Federal Funding for Penn over Transgender Swimmer

NEWS | By Zeke Miller | Mar 19

The Trump administration has suspended approximately $175 million in federal funding for the University of Pennsylvania over the participation of a transgender athlete in its swimming program, the White House said Wednesday.

Appeals Court Blocks Ohio's Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Minors

Appeals Court Blocks Ohio's Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Minors

NEWS | By Julie Carr Smyth | Mar 19

Ohio's ban on gender-affirming care for minors is unconstitutional and must be permanently blocked from being enforced, a three-judge panel of appellate judges ruled Tuesday. The law also banned trans women and girls from participating in female sports.

Chris Grace Looks to Talk Back to 'Boss' Donald Trump at July Kennedy Center Gig

Chris Grace Looks to Talk Back to 'Boss' Donald Trump at July Kennedy Center Gig

NEWS | By Kilian Melloy | Mar 19

Actor and comic Chris Grace brings his solo piece "Chris Grace as Scarlett Johansson" to the Kennedy Center this July and sees it as an opportunity to speak to his boss of the gig, Donald Trump.

Making a French Connection with Cutie Alex Wait

Making a French Connection with Cutie Alex Wait

CULTURE | By Timothy Rawles | Mar 19

Occasionally you scroll through your social media feed and see someone hot you're unfamiliar with. You don't know their name, profession or status — you just know objectively they are beautiful. Alex Wait is that person.

Proudly yourse.l.f. Bobby Coyote: Watch Now!

Proudly yourse.l.f. Bobby Coyote: Watch Now!

CULTURE | Mar 19

Get ready to glow from the inside out! EDGE Media Network & e.l.f. Cosmetics are teaming up to bring you "proudly yourse.l.f.: queer beauty and beyond"—a fierce and fabulous series celebrating the art of being authentically and unapologetically YOU!

Watch: Out Soccer Star Josh Cavallo Says He Gets Death Threats Daily

Watch: Out Soccer Star Josh Cavallo Says He Gets Death Threats Daily

CULTURE | By Kilian Melloy | Mar 19

Adelaide United midfielder Josh Cavallo was the first top-flight soccer player to come out, and he's received nothing but support from his teammates. Homophobic trolls are another matter, though.

Pedro Pascal Dances His Way to Joy in New Short Film — and Gay Twitter is Down to Dance Along

Pedro Pascal Dances His Way to Joy in New Short Film — and Gay Twitter is Down to Dance Along

CULTURE | By Kilian Melloy | Mar 19

Everyone's favorite zaddy Pedro Pascal tunes out heartbreak, dials up some upbeat music, lip-syncs "You're perfect," and dances his way to bliss in a Spike Jonez short film that advertises Apple's AirPods.

Colin Farrell to 'Rock' Luca Guadagnino's DCU Movie?

Colin Farrell to 'Rock' Luca Guadagnino's DCU Movie?

CULTURE | By Kilian Melloy | Mar 19

Colin Farrell — who was unrecognizable under layers of prostheses and makeup as "The Penguin" — might be putting on a whole new costume soon: DC's "Sgt. Rock."

Leslie Bibb Reacts to Husband Sam Rockwell's Wild 'White Lotus' Speech

Leslie Bibb Reacts to Husband Sam Rockwell's Wild 'White Lotus' Speech

CULTURE | By Kilian Melloy | Mar 19

"The White Lotus" actor Leslie Bibb told Andy Cohen that the hit series' new season is encapsulated in a stunning monologue by her partner, Sam Rockwell, in an unforgettable turn on the show.

Harvey Fierstein Says He's Been Banned from the Kennedy Center

Harvey Fierstein Says He's Been Banned from the Kennedy Center

NEWS | Mar 19

In a fiery Instagram post, playwright/actor/social activist Harvey Fierstein said he has been banned from The Kennedy Center.

News

Dispute Between Parents' Group, Ohio School District over Gender Pronoun Policy Goes Before Judges

Dispute Between Parents' Group, Ohio School District over Gender Pronoun Policy Goes Before Judges

NEWS | By Julie Carr Smyth | Mar 19

The 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Cincinnati will hear arguments that pits a suburban Ohio school district's policy requiring use of students' preferred pronouns against the free speech rights of classmates who believe there are only two genders.

Culture

Queer Voices, Short Plays: Pascale Florestal on 'The Balcony,' Her Queer Contemporary Take on 'Romeo and Juliet'

Queer Voices, Short Plays: Pascale Florestal on 'The Balcony,' Her Queer Contemporary Take on 'Romeo and Juliet'

CULTURE | By Kilian Melloy | Mar 19

The "Queer Voices Festival" returns with seven short plays by local playwrights, including Pascale Florestal's "The Balcony." The out writer and director tells EDGE about the festival and the real-life inspirations for her new short work.

Nightlife

EDGE Now: Sip, Slay, Vacay

EDGE Now: Sip, Slay, Vacay

MEDIA | Mar 12

Spring break, but make it gaycation! We've rounded up the hottest queer-friendly travel spots to spice up your getaway. And honey, don't miss the latest episode of EDGE Now, brought to you fresh by our fierce friends at Prelude Fertility!