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'Wicked' Put Jonathan Bailey in the Spotlight, but Mum's Still the Word on his Private Life
Jonathan Bailey turn as Fiyero in "Wicked" has many turning heads and wondering about this out actor's private life, which he keeps under wraps.
Gay Anthem (Yes, It Is) 'YMCA' More Popular Than Ever Thanks to the Trump Bump
NBC News is reporting that "YMCA," the Village People's disco anthem to the place where "you can hang out with all the boys," has had massive surge in popularity. The reason? It becoming a campaign staple for Donald Trump.
Notre Dame Primps for Its Grand Post-Blaze Return. But Why Does the Cathedral Look Unfinished?
The bells of Notre Dame are chiming again, but scaffolding still clinging to the cathedral's exterior is puzzling some Parisians, who question whether its grand post-blaze reopening is more symbolic than substantive.
The Gays are Breaking Up with X and Flocking to Bluesky
Where are queer ex-X users going as the X-odus from the former Twitter continues? As it happens, they've spread their wings and taken to emerging rival platform Bluesky.
Review: Angelina Jolie Is Luminous in Somber Biopic 'Maria'
The capstone of Pablo Loraine's iconic women trilogy poignantly explores provocative issues of talent, beauty, gender, aging, and trauma.
OnlyFans Star Squirrel Daddy Plans Suit Against New York State for Death of Peanut
The owners of Peanut the Squirrel, Mark Longo and Daniela Bittner, filed a notice of their intention to make a claim against the government for the death of Peanut and their raccoon, Fred, reports TMZ.
Director Lovell Holder on 'Lavender Men,' his Meta-Queer 'Fantasia' on Abe Lincoln
Director Lovell Holder's "Lavender Men" is the latest queer work that questions the sexuality of President Abraham Lincoln. EDGE spoke to Holder about his meta-queer 'fantasia' that has been touring the film festival circuit.
Ohio Governor Signs Bill Limiting Bathroom Use by Transgender Students
Transgender students from kindergarten through college at Ohio public and private schools will be banned from using multiperson bathrooms that fit their gender identities under a measure that Republican Gov. Mike DeWine said Wednesday that he has signed.
'AI Jesus' Avatar Tests Man's Faith in Machines and the Divine
Would you trust an "AI Jesus" with your innermost thoughts and troubles?
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Kicks Off in Steady Rain A Century after Its First Trip Through NYC
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade kicked off Thursday morning in New York City with a steady rain that added ponchos and umbrellas to the lineup of balloons, floats and star-studded performances.
News
Ohio Governor Signs Bill Limiting Bathroom Use by Transgender Students
Transgender students from kindergarten through college at Ohio public and private schools will be banned from using multiperson bathrooms that fit their gender identities under a measure that Republican Gov. Mike DeWine said Wednesday that he has signed.
Culture
Cynthia Erivo Says Her Take on Elphaba 'A Love Letter to Everyone Who Feels Different'
Cynthia Erivo is opening up about where she was coming from when she put on the green makeup to play Elphaba in "Wicked" — a wish to help all the others who might not fit in to "defy gravity."
Pride
Thousands Gather for Colorful Celebration at Taiwan Pride Parade
Thousands gathered on the streets of Taipei on Saturday for the Taiwan Pride parade, one of Asia's largest annual celebrations of inclusivity.
Nightlife
EDGE Now: Holiday Hotspots
Ready to make your holiday sparkle? If you're craving winter magic and cozy vibes, these destinations are calling your name. Check out the latest episode of EDGE Now, brought to you by our fave coffee crew at Starbucks.
