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Alec Nysten — Called 'Probably Sexiest Man on Earth' — Gets OnlyFans Pics Hacked
OnlyFans has been a boon for some during the Pandemic, including Aussie model Alec Nysten. But the 28-year old is seeing his revenue stream compromised by leaked pics.
How Noom is Reimagining the Wellness Industry
"New Year. New You." It's a phrase we've heard countless times, but what exactly are we striving for? Enter Noom, which has people lead healthier lives through behavior change since 2016.
I'm Gay, 50 and Not Dead. How Noom Restored My Faith in Self
One Noom user reconnects with the importance of healthy eating and lifestyle habits through one of the most innovative wellness programs available.
A Different Kind of Lockdown: Hacker Attempts Chastity Cage Extortion
A hacker was able to take control over the internet-connected chastity cages in an attempted extortion of several victims, security researchers found.
Parler Squeezed as Trump Seeks New Online Megaphone
President Donald Trump has been kicked off of most mainstream social media platforms, but it remains to be seen how fast or where — if anywhere — on the internet he will be able to reach his followers.
A Farewell to @realDonaldTrump, Gone After 57,000 Tweets
@realDonaldTrump, the Twitter feed that grew from the random musings of a reality TV star into the cudgel of an American president, has died. It was not quite 12 years old.
Facebook Bans Trump Through Biden Inauguration, Maybe Longer
Facebook will bar President Donald Trump from posting on its system at least until the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden.
Twitter, Facebook Temporarily Muzzle Trump After DC Violence
All it took for social-media giants Twitter and Facebook to even temporarily bar President Donald Trump from addressing their vast audiences was a violent insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, fueled by years of false statements and conspiracy theories.
Watch: Shaming or Public Good? Instagram Account Calls Out Gays Breaking COVID Rules
The Instagram account GaysOverCovid is using shame as a weapon in fighting COVID.
Tituss Burgess, Adam Lambert Star in 'Ratatouille' Musical on TikTok
TikTok's crowdsourced "Ratatouille" musical has cooked up some serious talent for its one-night-only benefit concert, including roles for Tituss Burgess, Adam Lambert, Wayne Brady, André De Shields and Ashley Park.
Italy's Uffizi Opens Dante Anniversary with Virtual Exhibit
Florence's Uffizi Gallery is making available for viewing online 88 rarely displayed drawings of Dante's "Divine Comedy" to mark the 700th anniversary in 2021 of the Italian poet's death.
Iran Plans 20% Uranium Enrichment 'as Soon as Possible'
Iran said Saturday it plans to enrich uranium up to 20% at its underground Fordo nuclear facility "as soon as possible," pushing its program a technical step away from weapons-grade levels.
Israel's Virus Surveillance Tool Tests Its Democratic Norms
In the early days of the pandemic, a panicked Israel began using a mass surveillance tool on its civilians. Critics now say its use has come at an immeasurable cost to the country's democratic principles.
Instagram Deletes Real Gay Influencers' Account for Being Unreal
A Seattle couple got a rude surprise from Instagram right before the holiday when they woke one morning and found their popular joint account deleted.
New App Will Cater to Black LGBTQ Travelers
Paula Akpan, a Black British lesbian journalist and historian, is developing The Black Queer Travel Guide to assist Black queer travelers in enjoying the world safely.
Taking a Note From Spotify, Grindr Shares its Grindr Unwrapped
Earlier this month, Spotify unleashed its Wrapped feature, allowing users to see and share their top listed to songs and artists of 2020. Grindr is taking note and, in a recent blog post, shared its Grindr Unwrapped.
Maryland U.S. Attorney's Office Seizes Two Fake Domain Names
Authorities have seized two domain names posing as biotechnology companies developing COVID-19 treatments but are apparently collecting personal information for fraud and installing malware.
Hacked Networks Will Need to be Burned 'Down to the Ground'
It's going to take months to kick elite hackers widely believed to be Russian out of the U.S. government networks they have been quietly rifling through since as far back as March.
Our Favorite LGBTQ Virtual Experiences to Gift This Holiday Season
Digital experiences are turning our computer screens into portals for all sorts of holiday reunions, group workshops, live entertainment and delightful tours. Here's a rundown of a few faves tilted toward LGBTQ interests.
Virus Shuts Many UK Theaters but Online the Show Goes On
The Old Vic is among theaters trying to keep the flame alive. But owners and producers warn that nine months of coronavirus-related curbs have left Britain's performing arts on the brink.