Gay Providence: The Latest
Tear Gas in Paris, but Fewer Protesters and Bigger Demands
A protest movement that has brought the French into the streets for five Saturdays in a row in a major challenge to President Emmanuel Macron lost momentum in its latest nationwide outcry.
Almost Every Part of Trump's Life Is Under Investigation
Investigations now entangle Donald Trump's White House, campaign, transition, inauguration, charity and business. For Trump, the political, the personal and the deeply personal are all under examination.
Interior Secretary Zinke Resigning, Cites 'Vicious' Attacks
Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke, facing federal investigations into his travel, political activity and potential conflicts of interest, will be leaving the administration at year's end, President Donald Trump said Saturday.
Family of Migrant Girl Disputes Official Story on her Death
The family of a 7-year-old Guatemalan girl who died in U.S. Border Patrol custody is disputing an account from U.S. officials who said she had not been given food or water for days.
Girl who Died Fled Intensely Poor Guatemalan Village
A 7-year old's death has drawn attention to the increasingly perilous routes that Central American migrants traverse to reach the U.S., where some plan to apply for asylum, and to the way migrants are treated once in custody.
Nancy Wilson, Grammy winning Jazz Singer, Dies At 81
Nancy Wilson, the Grammy-winning "song stylist" and torch singer whose polished pop-jazz vocals made her a platinum artist and top concert performer, has died.
Disney Actor Stoney Westmoreland Fired After Arrest
Disney Channel actor Stoney Westmoreland has been fired after he was arrested in Salt Lake City for allegedly attempting to have a sexual relationship with an online acquaintance he believed was 13.
Indiana Governor Says Passing Hate Crime Law 'Long Overdue'
Republican Gov. Eric Holcomb has called for Indiana to join the 45 states that have hate crime laws.
Brazil's Gay Couples Exchange Vows in Collective Ceremony
About forty gay couples have gotten married in downtown Sao Paulo, tying the knot partly out of fear that the new administration of President-elect Jair Bolsonaro could restrict same sex marriage.
Baylor Ties Pervade Rape Case That Sparked Uproar
The Texas judge who approved a plea deal allowing a former Baylor University student accused of rape to avoid jail time holds three degrees from Baylor.
News
Bug May Have Exposed Photos from 7M Facebook Users
Facebook's privacy controls have broken down yet again, this time through a software flaw affecting nearly 7 million users who had photos exposed to a much wider audience than intended.
Entertainment
Providence, RI
SpeakEasy's 'Fun Home' Returns in June Due to Popular Demand
Due to unprecedented demand, SpeakEasy Stage will remount its acclaimed production of "Fun Home" for four additional weeks, June 8-30, 2019.
2018 Breakthrough: Hannah Gadsby May Change Stand-Up Game
Hannah Gadsby says she knows it's meant as a compliment to be chosen as one of the year's Breakthrough Entertainers by The Associated Press.
Business
Judge's Ruling on 'Obamacare' Poses New Problems for GOP
Republicans, still stinging from their loss of the House in the midterm elections, are facing a fresh political quandary after U.S. District Judge Reed O'Connor said the entire 2010 health law was invalid.
Technology
Artificial Intelligence's Rise Exposes Gaping Gender Gap
The challenges of making the technology industry a more welcoming place for women are numerous, especially in the booming field of artificial intelligence.
Finance
Secret Santa Pays of Laways at New Jersey Walmart
Christmas came early this year for some customers at a New Jersey Walmart. The Walmart Supercenter in Pohatcong Township says an anonymous "secret Santa" has paid off all remaining items on layaway.
Cars
Malaysia's Proton Launches 1st SUV with China's Geely
Malaysian national car maker Proton launched its first SUV on Wednesday in a fresh effort to transform its stale brand and turn around its fortunes.
Style
Brands Born on the Internet Embrace Physical Stores
A growing number of brands born on the internet are now opening brick-and-mortar stores and moving into the suburban malls once considered doomed as more Americans shopped online.
Health/Fitness
Federal Judge Rules Health Care Overhaul Unconstitutional
A conservative federal judge in Texas has ruled the Affordable Care Act "invalid" on the eve of the sign-up deadline for next year. But with appeals certain, even the Trump White House said the law will remain in place for now.
Travel
48 Hours at MGM National Harbor
Nestled on the shores of the Potomac River, the $1.4 billion property is a quick 20-minute ride from D.C., but you're likely to hunker down and enjoy the range of experiences.
Nightlife
Santa Speedo Run @ Sidetrack The Video Bar, Chicago :: December 8, 2018
The annual Santa Speedo Run at Sidetrack The Video Bar in Boystown raise record funds for Center on Halsted thanks to sponsors Miller Light, Lyft and Tito's Handmade Vodka. Hosts Debbie Fox & Dixie Lynn Cartwright kept the fun going with prizes and games.
