Gay New York City: The Latest
New York City, NY
'Be Their Guest' — Upstage Lung Cancer Cabaret Benefit Celebrates Walt Disney
This year's Upstage Lung Cancer Cabaret Benefit celebrates the songs that Walt Disney has given the world. EDGE contributor John Amodeo gives a preview of this annual event that takes place next Tuesday in Watertown.
Orlando Come Out With Pride Part One
What a beautiful day for a celebration! The crowds came out to show their Pride and to support the LGBTQ community as they enjoyed this year's Come Out With Pride.
What To See @ NewFest 2019
The 31st edition of NewFest, New York's LGBTQ Film Festival, features more than 160 films (inclusive of shorts) from 32 countries and runs October 23-29th. EDGE's Frank Avella offers his choices for what to see at this year's festival.
Scammer Attempts to Steal Law Degree by Claiming Sex Change Operation
Higher education is expensive. So is gender reassignment. But a scammer hit upon a way to have both for free... sort of.
Ronaldo Asks US Court to Dismiss Rape Case or OK Mediation
Cristiano Ronaldo's lawyers have filed court documents asking a U.S. judge in Las Vegas to either dismiss a Nevada woman's lawsuit alleging the soccer star raped her in 2009, or to order closed-door settlement talks.
Trans Man Sues Rosario Dawson & Family, Alleges Transphobic Assault
A transgender man filed a lawsuit in Los Angeles court last week, alleging actor Rosario Dawson and her family used transphobic language towards him as well as subjected him to violent abuse.
Nicki Minaj Indicates She's Now a Married Woman
Ms. Minaj wants you to know she's now officially Mrs. Petty.
André Aciman Discusses Follow-Up Book to 'Call Me By Your Name' in New Interviews
André Aciman, author of "Call Me By Your Name," is writing a follow-up story to give "a sense of closure and finality" to the characters of Elio and Oliver. Check out some highlights from two new interviews with the author here.
Watch: Tenn. County Commissioner Uses Gay Slur When Referencing Buttigieg
A commissioner in Sevier County, Tenn. is making headlines this week for controversial comments he made Monday that caused quite a reaction.
Judge Allows Chicago Suit Against Jussie Smollett to Proceed
A federal judge on Tuesday refused to dismiss Chicago's lawsuit against former "Empire" actor Jussie Smollett.
Jimmy Carter Hospitalized After Fall at Georgia Home
Former President Jimmy Carter had another fall at his home in Plains, Georgia, fracturing his pelvis and going to the hospital for treatment and observation, a spokeswoman said Tuesday.
News
Trump Likens House Impeachment Inquiry to 'a Lynching'
President Donald Trump injected racial overtones into the House impeachment inquiry Tuesday by comparing the Democratic-led investigation into his handling of U.S. policy toward Ukraine to a "lynching."
Entertainment
New York City, NY
Review :: Fresh Fruit is Back... Inappropriate as Ever
Fresh Fruit is back, inappropriately funny and timely as ever. The satirical drag cabaret group that entertained Boston audiences for thirteen years in the early 2000s has returned to help us deal with the world in the age of Trump.
Review :: The Kitchen
An unintentional parody of the gangster film, "The Kitchen" ends up being one of the funniest films of the year despite its desire to be gritty and dramatic.
Business
AP-NORC Poll: Americans Agree on Many Aspects of U.S. Identity
Majorities of Americans agree that diversity strengthens the country and that values such as constitutional rights, a fair judicial system and the American dream are key to the nation's identity. But the poll also reveals some striking divisions.
Technology
U.S.: Russian Hackers Use Iranians to Mask Their Identities
The United States and the U.K. say they have exposed how a group of Russian hackers hijacked the tools of their Iranian counterparts to attack dozens of countries around the world.
Finance
More Choices and Stable Premiums for Obamacare Next Year
Consumers will have more health insurance choices next year under the Obama-era health care law and premiums will dip slightly for many customers, the Trump administration announced Tuesday.
Cars
Truck Driver Indicted on 23 Counts in Motorcyclist Deaths
A pickup truck driver accused of causing a collision that killed seven motorcyclists in New Hampshire has been indicted on 23 charges saying he negligently caused the deaths and was under the influence of one or more drugs at the time.
Style
12 Creepy Halloween Makeup Ideas
Looking to wow the crowd this Halloween? Check out these amazing makeup ideas.
Health/Fitness
PopUps: Luke Evans Turns Head with Shirtless Workout Pic
Out actor Luke Evans took to Instagram Monday to celebrate that he can "finally" see his abs, sharing a shirtless workout pic to his 2.3 million followers.
Travel
Sydney to Host 2023 World Pride
Called by some the "gay Olympics," World Pride is one of the LGBTQ+ community's fastest growing event. In 2023, Sydney, Australia will play host in a huge victory for the community down under. Read more about the upcoming event here.
Nightlife
Frank Ocean To Launch LGBTQ Dance Night in NYC in Honor of PrEP
Frank Ocean's Blonded brand is set to host a queer club night called PrEP+, so named for the HIV prevention drugs, and to imagine what the 80s would have been like if PrEP had existed then.