Wednesday, May 8, 2024

LGBTQ+ TOP STORIES Wednesday, May 8, 2024

'Schmigadoon!' Lives On – This Time on Stage

'Schmigadoon!' Lives On – This Time on Stage

Is "Schmigadoon!" headed to Broadway? The Emmy-winning, Apple TV series (which was canceled after two seasons) is getting new life in a stage presentation.

5 hours ago

News

FDIC Report Outlines 'Misogynistic,' 'Patriarchal' 'Good ol' Boys' Workplace Culture
FDIC Report Outlines 'Misogynistic,' 'Patriarchal' 'Good ol' Boys' Workplace Culture

An independent review of the FDIC's workplace culture describes an environment that fostered "hostile, abusive, unprofessional, or inappropriate conduct,"...

by Fatima Hussein | 9 hours ago

The Eurovision Song Contest is Kicking Off with Pop and Protests as the War in Gaza Casts a Shadow
The Eurovision Song Contest is Kicking Off with Pop and Protests as the War in Gaza Casts a Shadow

Competition in the 68th Eurovision Song Contest kicks off Tuesday in Sweden, with the war in Gaza casting a shadow over the sequin-spangled pop extravaganza.

by Jill Lawless and Martin Meissner | May 7

Culture

Katy Perry and Rihanna Didn't Attend the Met Gala. But AI-generated Images Still Fooled Fans
Katy Perry and Rihanna Didn't Attend the Met Gala. But AI-generated Images Still Fooled Fans

No, Katy Perry and Rihanna didn't attend the Met Gala this year. But that didn't stop AI-generated images from tricking some fans into thinking the stars made...

by Wyatte Grantham-Philips | Today

Taylor Swift Bill is Signed into Minnesota Law, Boosting Protections for Online Ticket Buyers
Taylor Swift Bill is Signed into Minnesota Law, Boosting Protections for Online Ticket Buyers

People buying tickets online for concerts, sporting events, and other live events in Minnesota will be guaranteed more transparency and protection under the...

by Trisha Ahmed | Today

Pride

Pines Party 2024: Celebrating 25 Years of Community and Dancing with "Galactic Rodeo" Theme
Pines Party 2024: Celebrating 25 Years of Community and Dancing with "Galactic Rodeo" Theme

The countdown has begun as The Pines Foundation proudly announces the highly anticipated 25th anniversary celebration of Pines Party, marking a quarter-century...

May 5

Who Is Byron Perkins? The Only Out Gay Player in the 2024 NFL Draft
Who Is Byron Perkins? The Only Out Gay Player in the 2024 NFL Draft

Byron Perkins , a defensive back out of Hampton University in Virginia, is one of the few HBCU players to be in the NFL Draft.

by Emell Adolphus | May 5

Media

The EDGE Experience: Gaydar Gone Haywire
The EDGE Experience: Gaydar Gone Haywire

Join the steamy conversation on The EDGE Experience! Tune in as we dive into gaydar, playing it "straight, and Henry Cavill.

May 7, 2024

GLSEN Respect Awards @ Gotham Hall NYC :: April 29, 2024
GLSEN Respect Awards @ Gotham Hall NYC :: April 29, 2024

The GLSEN Respect Awards were held at Gotham Hall and hosted by the fabulous Peppermint. Award recipients included Marcia Gay Harden, Republic Records, Sophia...

by Wilsonmodels | Apr 30