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Turkish Police Break Up LGBTQ Pride March; 30 Detained
Police in Turkey's capital broke up an LGBTQ Pride march Tuesday and detained dozens of people.
For Pride, Hugo Boss Releases Freddie Mercury Collection
Building on their recent Boss Legends capsule, which will feature icons of the past and present, Hugo Boss has announced a Freddie Mercury collection to help celebrate pride.
Queer Journeys: Road Trip, Summer Getaway & Travel Films Worth Watching
If travel this summer is not on the agenda, then try a virtual trip with these queer-friendly films set on vacations or in travel destinations.
TooD Beauty Unveils Nail Polish Honoring LGBTQIA+ Activists
In a limited-edition nail polish collaboration with Jaé Joseph in honor of Pride Month, TooD has unveiled a brand-new nail polish collection named after LGBTQIA+ activists, with a portion of the proceeds supporting the Human Rights Campaign.
Star Trek's 'Strange New Worlds': In Defense of Episodic TV
"Strange New Worlds," whose first-season finale "airs" Thursday on Paramount+ in the United States, has been a true errand of mercy for those "Trek" fans who love old-fashioned, self-contained episodes.
Caribbean Court Finds Anti-Sodomy Law Unconstitutional
A Caribbean court ruled Tuesday that a law in Antigua and Barbuda that criminalizes gay sex is unconstitutional.
Watch: J.K. Rowling Defends Macy Gray and Bette Midler After TERF Accusations
J.K. Rowling has come to Macy Gray and Bette Midler's defense after recent comments from both stars have fans accusing them of transphobia.
Gay Missouri Political Candidate's Banner Defaced With Homophobic Slur
Justice Horn, who is seeking to be elected to represent the First District on the Legislature in Kansas City, Missouri, shared a photo showing that his campaign banner had been defaced with a gay slur.
William Chris Wines: A Taste of Texas in Every Bottle
The shared philosophy of William Chris Vineyards is "great wines aren't made, but grown in the vineyard." Find out why this Texas winegrower is so worth your while.
British Star Duncan James Says he Dated Women to Hide His Sexuality
British singer Duncan James opened up about his difficult coming out experience in an interview, saying he dated women to hide his sexuality.
News
Out WNBA Star Brittney Griner, Imprisoned in Russia, Pleads for Biden's Help
Brittney Griner has made an appeal to President Joe Biden in a letter passed to the White House through her representatives saying she feared she might never return home.
Entertainment
A 'Stranger' Here Myself: Two Nicks Produce a Boundary-Moving CD
Two American musicians nicknamed Nick — tenor Nicholas Phan and composer Nico Muhly — found a side-door through the pandemic that was deadly down-time for most of their fellow performing artists.
Business
G-20 Meeting May Lead to Wider Divisions over War in Ukraine
Instead of providing unity, the talks may well exacerbate existing divides over the Ukraine conflict.
Technology
The Next Frontier for Drones: Letting Them Fly Out of Sight
For years, there's been a cardinal rule for flying civilian drones: Keep them within your line of sight. Not just because it's a good idea — it's also the law.
Finance
Millennial Money: Getting Therapy when Cost is a Barrier
There are multiple ways to access care at a variety of price points, including telehealth options.
Cars
Chip Shortage Keeps Driving Up Auto Prices, Cutting Sales
U.S. new vehicle sales tumbled more than 21% in the second quarter compared with a year ago as the global semiconductor shortage continued to cause production problems for the industry.
Style
Chanel Gets Gently Geometric in Far-Flung Paris Couture
Birds tweeted -- not fashionistas -- the day Chanel brought its couture guests to the calm of the Bois de Boulogne forest.
Health/Fitness
FDA Temporarily Suspends Order Banning Juul Cigarettes
The Food and Drug Administration issued an administrative stay Tuesday on the order it issued last month for vaping company Juul to pull its electronic cigarettes from the market.
Travel
Spirit Wins Takeoff and Landing Rights at Key Newark Airport
Spirit Airlines will get valuable takeoff and landing times that Southwest Airlines is abandoning at busy Newark-Liberty International Airport near New York City.
Nightlife
Abort The Court at @ StoneWall Inn :: June 30, 2022
Abort The Court variety show fundraiser was a resounding success, not only in funds raised, but also in the talent and friends that came together to support the cause. Hosted by Brita Filter and Jack Tracy, with music by DJ Chauncey Dandridge.