BBC Wrestling Reboot Plans to Feature Queer Wrestler Cassius Paule Who Wants to be Named 'Barbie'
Review: A Stirring immersive Boston Lyric Opera Double-bill of 'Bluebeard's Castle/Four Songs'
Darcelle, World's Oldest Working Drag Queen, Dies at 92
Watch: Diplo Doesn't Think a Bl*w Job from a Guy Is Gay
Parade Disinvites Hawaii Lawmaker after Pride Flag Comments
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BBC Wrestling Reboot Plans to Feature Queer Wrestler Cassius Paule Who Wants to be Named 'Barbie'
Out wrestler Cassius Paule has been approached by the BBC to be part of the reboot of the 1990s wrestling show "Gladiators" and wants to be named "Barbie."
Review: A Stirring immersive Boston Lyric Opera Double-bill of 'Bluebeard's Castle/Four Songs'
After a lengthy hiatus, Boston Lyric Opera is back in action with a stirring double bill being presented at the Flynn Cruiseport in Boston's Seaport district.
Listen: Big Brother John was Ready to Protect T.J. Osborne from Homophobic Trolls
John Osborne opened up in a podcast appearance about his protective feelings toward his younger brother when T.J. came out — and John expected homophobic attacks to follow.
Darcelle, World's Oldest Working Drag Queen, Dies at 92
Walter Cole, better known as the iconic drag queen who performed for decades as Darcelle XV and a fearless advocate for Portland's LGBTQ+ community, has died of natural causes at age 92.
Watch: Diplo Doesn't Think a Bl*w Job from a Guy Is Gay
In an interview with Emily Ratajkowski, the famed DJ said he's 100% sure he has "gotten a blow*** from a guy before."
Parade Disinvites Hawaii Lawmaker after Pride Flag Comments
The chair of a parade honoring a Native Hawaiian leader and prince said Friday a state lawmaker won't be allowed to participate after he questioned a middle school principal's display of a pride flag.
Grindr Issues Warning to Users in Egypt
A popular gay social networking application said Friday that it is issuing a warning to its users in Egypt, as police impersonate community members to target LGBTQ+ individuals.
'Tiger King' Joe Exotic Declares Presidential Candidacy from Behind Bars
Joe Exotic hoped in vain that Donald Trump would pardon him before leaving the White House. That didn't happen, but now Exotic has hatched an even more improbable idea: Getting elected president.
Will Utah's Social Media Law Harm LGBTQ+ Youth?
Utah's social media legislation attempts to shield children and teens from the ill effects of social media and empower parents. But can it be enforced — and will there be consequences for LGBTQ+ youth?
Gottmik Calls Anti-Drag Legislation a 'Wake Up Call' for LGBTQ Community
"It's time for the LGBTQ community to wake up, says transgender "RuPaul's Drag Race" star Gottmik. The transgender "RuPaul's Drag Race" star is speaking out against hate-centered legislation.
News
Mississippi Tornadoes Deadliest Since 2011
With at least 23 people dead, tornadoes that ravaged parts of Mississippi and the Deep South overnight were the deadliest in the state in more than a decade.
Entertainment
Protests Erupt in NYC — Not for Trump but for 'The Joker'
The New York City shoot for the upcoming "Joker" sequel had been planned for months; but production crews wrestled with the possibility filming could be disrupted by real-life protests over the Trump case.
Business
Disney World Reaches Union Deal with Minimum $18 Hourly Wage
Unions for service workers at Walt Disney World reached a tentative deal with the company on Thursday that would raise the starting minimum wage from $15 to $18 an hour by the end of the year.
Technology
Trump Arrested? Putin Jailed? Fake AI Images Spread Online
Former President Donald Trump getting gang-tackled by riot-gear-clad New York City police officers. Russian President Vladimir Putin in prison grays behind the bars of a dimly lit concrete cell.
Finance
Debt, Expenses Stress Lower Income Households: AP-NORC Poll
Personal finances are a major source of stress for about half of the lower income households in the U.S., illustrating the toll of high inflation and economic uncertainty on those who can least afford it.
Cars
Edmunds: The Hottest Electric Cars to Check Out in 2023
The experts at Edmunds choose five of the most intriguing new EVs, sorted by price, rolling into dealerships this year.
Style
Stylist Law Roach Working on his Health Post-retirement
Celebrity stylist Law Roach, who helped reinvent Zendaya and turned Celine Dion into a fashion icon, shocked the industry last week when he announced his retirement from dressing the rich and famous.
Health/Fitness
Trainer Matt Boyles Wants Queer, Bi & Trans Men to be Fitter
Out fitness trainer Matt Boyles works primarily with gay, bi, and transgender male clients for a simple reason: "This is a population that can need something different from the typical gym experience."
Travel
Short on Planes, American will Suspend Some Flights to Spain
American Airlines said Friday that it will suspend flights between Philadelphia and Madrid for a few weeks this spring because of delays in receiving new Boeing jets.
Nightlife
Tinder Shows Love for Non-Monogamous People
The dating app announced this week that users can now add new relationship types and pronouns to their profiles.