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'Scusi, Please!' Talking with the Creators & Stars of New Queer Comedy 'I Don't Understand You'

'Scusi, Please!' Talking with the Creators & Stars of New Queer Comedy 'I Don't Understand You'

CULTURE | By Kilian Melloy | Jun 6

As its title suggests, "I Don't Understand You" is about miscommunication — in this case, between a gay couple traveling in rural Italy and the locals. EDGE speaks to the married team behind the film, as well as its two stars, about this dark comedy.

Lambda Legal, a Nonprofit Supporting LGBTQ+ Rights, Exceeded Fundraising Goal by $105M

Lambda Legal, a Nonprofit Supporting LGBTQ+ Rights, Exceeded Fundraising Goal by $105M

NEWS | By Thalia Beaty | Jun 6

The nonprofit legal aid group Lambda Legal, which advocates for LGBTQ+ rights, has raised $285 million at a time when attacks on the rights of gay, intersex and transgender people have again intensified.

A Judge Tells Federal Agencies They Can't Enforce Anti-trans Bias Policies Against Catholic Groups

A Judge Tells Federal Agencies They Can't Enforce Anti-trans Bias Policies Against Catholic Groups

NEWS | By Jack Dura and John Hanna | Jun 6

Two federal agencies cannot punish Catholic employers and health care providers if they refuse to provide gender-affirming care or won't provide health insurance coverage for such care to trans workers.

Police Walk Back Claim Sexual Orientation Played No Part in 'King of the Hill' Voice Actor's Killing

Police Walk Back Claim Sexual Orientation Played No Part in 'King of the Hill' Voice Actor's Killing

CULTURE | By Juan A. Lozano | Jun 6

Investigators are looking into whether the sexual orientation of "King of the Hill" voice actor Jonathan Joss played a role in his shooting death in Texas, authorities said Thursday.

Silas Vow Combines Visual Arts with Visual Parts

Silas Vow Combines Visual Arts with Visual Parts

CULTURE | By Timothy Rawles | Jun 5

Silas Vow is a sinful little rascal. He admits it too.

Family Building with IVF: The Financial Side

Family Building with IVF: The Financial Side

SPONSORED CONTENT | Jun 5

Parenthood for queer couples — or solo parents — involves extra effort, including planning around the legal and financial elements that are part and parcel of family-building.

Harvey Fierstein, on Eve of Tony Honor, Looks Back on His Career

Harvey Fierstein, on Eve of Tony Honor, Looks Back on His Career

CULTURE | By Mark Kennedy | Jun 5

Last year, Broadway actor and playwright Harvey Fierstein handed director Jack O'Brien the Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre. This year, it's his turn.

Supreme Court Makes it Easier to Claim 'Reverse Discrimination' in Employment, in a Case Involving a Straight Woman

Supreme Court Makes it Easier to Claim 'Reverse Discrimination' in Employment, in a Case Involving a Straight Woman

NEWS | By Mark Sherman | Jun 5

A unanimous Supreme Court made it easier Thursday to bring lawsuits over so-called reverse discrimination, siding with an Ohio woman who claims she didn't get a job and then was demoted because she is straight.

EU Court Urged to Rule Against Hungary's Anti-LGBTQ+ Law

EU Court Urged to Rule Against Hungary's Anti-LGBTQ+ Law

NEWS | By Justin Spike | Jun 5

The advocate general for the European Union's highest court on Thursday urged the court to rule that Hungary violated the bloc's laws and fundamental values when it passed legislation barring the availability of LGBTQ+ content to minors under 18.

Tom Felton Will Become Draco Malfoy Again — this Time, on Broadway

Tom Felton Will Become Draco Malfoy Again — this Time, on Broadway

CULTURE | By Mark Kennedy | Jun 5

Tom Felton — the original Draco Malfoy from the "Harry Potter" movies — will slip into his old role on Broadway this winter in "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child."

Culture

Watch: It's Magic, Music, and Mayhem as Trailer Drops for 'Wicked: For Good'

Watch: It's Magic, Music, and Mayhem as Trailer Drops for 'Wicked: For Good'

CULTURE | By Kilian Melloy | Jun 5

The second half of the epic movie adaptation of "Wicked" flies into theaters in November, but fans got a rousing preview with the premiere of a new trailer for "Wicked: For Good."

Pride

NYC Mayor's Pride Party @ Gracie Mansion :: June 3, 2025

NYC Mayor's Pride Party @ Gracie Mansion :: June 3, 2025

PRIDE | Jun 5

NYC Mayor Eric Adams turned Gracie Mansion into the hottest Pride party north of Christopher Street! From city lights to queer rights — it was officially fabulous. EDGE was there - check out the pics!

Nightlife

NewFest Pride New York City

NewFest Pride New York City

MEDIA | Jun 2

NewFest Pride delivered at the NYC premiere of JIMPA—queer emotion was high, chosen fam love was flowing, and the cinematic brilliance had us gasping, crying, and living.