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Retirement Guide For LGBTQ Americans
More than 3 million LGBT Americans are currently over 50, and that number is estimated to more than double over the next decade as Baby Boomers ride in on a rainbow-hued silver wave. And retirement presents many special issues for them.
Hungary's Constitutional Court to Review Transgender Law
A Hungarian court has requested constitutional review of a law disallowing transgender individuals from changing their names and genders in official documents, a potential blow to a wave of recent legislation restricting the rights of LGBTQ Hungarians.
Washington Mother Beats, Robs Son's Grindr Date; Son Joins In
A woman in Washington State is accused of assaulting and robbing a man her son met on Grindr. The woman's son and another man also reportedly joined in on the beating.
Police Shut Down COVID-Unsafe Sex Club Party in NYC
Police shut down a sex party with 80 attendees at a New York swingers club - because the event broke COVID-19 policies implemented by the city.
The Pandemic is Changing Hollywood, Maybe Forever
"No New 'Movies' Till Influenza Ends" blared a New York Times headline on Oct. 10, 1918, while the deadly second wave of the Spanish Flu was unfolding.
Kaley Cuoco Judged a Book by its Cover for Her New TV Series
Kaley Cuoco knew she wanted to turn Chris Bohjalian's best-selling novel "The Flight Attendant' into a TV series when the book caught her eye online.
Are You Ready for This Wrinkly Face Mask?
Looking for that unusual stocking stuffer? A British adult sex fashion site BillysBallBags.com dedicated to testicular fashion accessories has gives a nod to the pandemic with their latest product — |the BallBag Face Mask.
Giving the Gift of CBD: 10 Favorite CBD Brands of the Season
EDGE has curated the ultimate CBD holiday gift guide, including CBD gift boxes, CBD gift bundles, and the best CBD products of 2020. The only difficulty will be deciding whether to gift them or keep for yourself!
Germany to Compensate Gay Servicepeople for Discrimination
Germany's Cabinet on Wednesday approved legislation that would provide compensation to gay servicepeople who experienced discrimination in the military before a change of policy 20 years ago.
Melania Wanted to Light White House in Rainbow Colors, President's Staff Overruled
Melania Trump wanted to light the White House in rainbow colors this past June to honor Pride month as it had been during the Obama administration; but the WH staff saw to it that it didn't happen.
News
Biden's Diverse Staff Picks Include Out Social Secretary
Among the diverse staff picks made so far by President-elect Joe Biden is Carlos Elizondo, whom Biden has chosen for the role of White House social secretary.
Entertainment
Review: 'Happiest Season' A Holiday Movie of Our Own
Finally: A mainstream, studio-backed holiday flick for the LGBTQ community to claim as our own.
Business
Elton John, TikTok Team Up to Educate About AIDS Epidemic
The Elton John AIDS Foundation and TikTok are teaming up to raise awareness about the disease through a campaign and live event for World AIDS Day.
Technology
Mysterious Shiny Monolith Found in Otherworldly Utah Desert
Deep in the Mars-like landscape of Utah's red-rock desert lies a mystery: A gleaming metal monolith in one of the most remote parts of the state.
Finance
Who Will Lead the Travel Industry Rebound in 2021?
With the breaking news this week that Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine shows 95 percent efficacy, the idea of traveling again may be in the not-so-distant future. But who will lead the charge?
Cars
Edmunds: Black Friday car Deals May Not Be as Bountiful
While Black Friday savings on new cars aren't that dramatic — no 70% off fire sales here — they do generally make mid- to late November a good time to buy a car.
Style
Restaurant Workers Out of Work Again as Virus Surges
Waiters and bartenders are being thrown out of work — again — as governors and local officials shut down indoor dining and drinking establishments to combat the nationwide surge in coronavirus infections.
Health/Fitness
Keep the Mask: A Vaccine Won't End the US Crisis Right Away
Despite the expected arrival of COVID-19 vaccines in just a few weeks, it could take several months — probably well into 2021 — before things get back to something close to normal in the U.S.
Travel
Precautions Help Aspen Remain a Destination During Pandemic
The small town has made people feel safer than in big, crowded cities. Outdoor activities are Aspen's calling card, and the mountains were a perfect place to escape the doldrums of months-long lockdowns.
Nightlife
'Epic' Memories: Archive Pics from Boston's Roxy 2
Our look back from the Epic at the Roxy archive when it was Boston's primo nightlife choice continues with these pics.
The Holiday Foods That Americans Find Most Tempting
Slightly Used News :: November 17, 2020
Recent Reviews
Review: Criterion Does Justice to Scorsese's Masterpiece 'The Irishman'
"The Irishman" is one of Scorsese's most mature and accomplished works, and it has rightfully been given a physical media release by The Criterion Collection.
Review: 4K Blu-ray Edition of 'The Lost Weekend' Impresses
Billy Wilder's melodramatic masterwork is given a worthy polish by Kino Lorber, and is great addition to any cinephile's Blu-ray library.
Review: 'Uncle Frank' a Powerful, Charming Period Drama
Out gay Oscar winner Alan Ball is back with a wonderful and mature queer drama.
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