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'National Infertility Awareness Week' and Starting a Family with IVF

'National Infertility Awareness Week' and Starting a Family with IVF

SPONSORED CONTENT | Apr 23

We are currently in National Infertility Awareness Week, making this the perfect time to learn more about the reproductive strategies available to same-sex couples who wish to become parents.

Queer Storylines a 'Priority' for Upcoming Third Season of 'Bridgerton,' Showrunner Says

Queer Storylines a 'Priority' for Upcoming Third Season of 'Bridgerton,' Showrunner Says

CULTURE | By Kilian Melloy | Apr 23

Jess Brownell, the showrunner for the Netflix series "Bridgerton," says that queer storylines will be a "priority" in the show's upcoming third season, which premieres May 16.

Pet Shop Boys Say Their New Release is Their 'Queer Album'

Pet Shop Boys Say Their New Release is Their 'Queer Album'

CULTURE | By Kilian Melloy | Apr 23

Popular synth-pop duo The Pet Shop Boys — Neil Tennant, who came out as gay in 1994, and Chris Lowe — say that their new offering, titled "Nonetheless," is their "queer album."

New Federal Rule Bars Transgender School Bathroom Bans, but it Likely isn't the Final Word

New Federal Rule Bars Transgender School Bathroom Bans, but it Likely isn't the Final Word

NEWS | By Geoff Mulvihill | Apr 23

A new rule from President Joe Biden's administration blocking blanket policies to keep transgender students from using school bathrooms that align with their gender identity could conflict with laws in Republican-controlled states.

Seattle Hospital Won't Turn over Gender-Affirming Care Records in Lawsuit Settlement with Texas

Seattle Hospital Won't Turn over Gender-Affirming Care Records in Lawsuit Settlement with Texas

NEWS | By Jamie Stengle | Apr 23

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is dropping a request for a Seattle hospital to hand over records regarding gender-affirming treatment potentially given to children from Texas as part of a lawsuit settlement announced Monday.

Minnesota and Other Democratic-Led States Lead Pushback on Censorship. They're Banning the Book Ban

Minnesota and Other Democratic-Led States Lead Pushback on Censorship. They're Banning the Book Ban

NEWS | By Steve Karnowski and Mike Catalini | Apr 23

Minnesota is one of several Democratic-leaning states where lawmakers are now pursuing bans on book bans.

EDGE Interview: Kathy Griffin Levels Up for Her New 'My Life on the PTSD List' Tour

EDGE Interview: Kathy Griffin Levels Up for Her New 'My Life on the PTSD List' Tour

CULTURE | By Timothy Rawles | Apr 23

Iconic comedian Kathy Griffin talks to EDGE about her life after that infamous Trump photo, her new "My Life on the PTSD List" tour, losing celeb friends, and gaining new ones.

Melania Trump Announces Plan to Copycat Biden's LGBTQ+ Election Outreach

Melania Trump Announces Plan to Copycat Biden's LGBTQ+ Election Outreach

NEWS | By Kilian Melloy | Apr 23

Melania Trump unveiled a plan for the former president's campaign to reach out to LGBTQ+ voters — only a couple of weeks after the Biden campaign announced its own outreach effort.

From Pop to Politics, What to Know as Sweden Prepares for the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest

From Pop to Politics, What to Know as Sweden Prepares for the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest

CULTURE | By Jill Lawless | Apr 23

It's springtime in Europe — time for the annual blossoming of spectacle and sound known as the Eurovision Song Contest.

LGBTQ+ Ally and Imagine Dragons Frontman Dan Reynolds Talks New Album, 'Loom'

LGBTQ+ Ally and Imagine Dragons Frontman Dan Reynolds Talks New Album, 'Loom'

CULTURE | By Mark Kennedy | Apr 23

It's the first album since Reynolds' divorce from musician Aja Volkman and there are songs about moving on — the sunny flirtatious "Nice to Meet Ya" — but also looking behind.

Culture

Acclaimed 'Robert Frost: This Verse Business' Arrives in Boston This Week

Acclaimed 'Robert Frost: This Verse Business' Arrives in Boston This Week

CULTURE | Apr 23

Emmy-winning actor Gordon Clapp (NYPD Blue) will bring his acclaimed portrayal of poet Robert Frost to Boston this Spring in the one-man show "Robert Frost: This Verse Business" by local playwright A.M. Dolan.

Pride

Suspect Arrested in Hair Stylist Attack Outside Heart Weho, Lance Bass Makes Statement as Former Investor

Suspect Arrested in Hair Stylist Attack Outside Heart Weho, Lance Bass Makes Statement as Former Investor

PRIDE | By Emell Adolphus | Apr 19

A bouncer at the popular West Hollywood nightclub has been arrested nearly two weeks after hair stylist Alberto Vasquez, 53, was allegedly beaten and found nearby.

Nightlife

RuPaul's Drag Race Season 16 Finale @ The Edge in Hudson Yards NYC :: April 19, 2024

RuPaul's Drag Race Season 16 Finale @ The Edge in Hudson Yards NYC :: April 19, 2024

MEDIA | Apr 20

RuPaul's Drag Race held a viewing party and live crowning ceremony at The Edge in Hudson Yards in NYC hosted by All Stars winner Jimbo. EDGE was there! Check out the pics!