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Rapper Blueface Showered with D*ck Picks After 'Bisexual Hands' Comment

Rapper Blueface Showered with D*ck Picks After 'Bisexual Hands' Comment

NEWS | By Emell Adolphus | Mar 22

Rapper Blueface is setting the record straight and pleading with certain fans to stop sending him d*ck pics after misinterpreting some of his recent comments.

DeSantis to Expand 'Don't Say Gay' Law to High Schools

DeSantis to Expand 'Don't Say Gay' Law to High Schools

NEWS | By Anthony Izaguirre | Mar 22

The administration of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is moving to forbid classroom instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity in all grades, expanding the controversial law critics call "Don't Say Gay."

Musicians Fight Threat of Tennessee Anti-LGBTQ+, Drag Bills

Musicians Fight Threat of Tennessee Anti-LGBTQ+, Drag Bills

NEWS | By Kristin M. Hall | Mar 22

When Tennessee lawmakers passed legislation this month targeting drag performances and transgender youth, many musicians living and working in the state felt their community, their audiences and their artistic expressions were also under fire.

Stylist Law Roach Working on his Health Post-Retirement

Stylist Law Roach Working on his Health Post-Retirement

ENTERTAINMENT | By Krysta Fauria | Mar 22

Celebrity stylist Law Roach, who helped reinvent Zendaya and turned Celine Dion into a fashion icon, shocked the industry last week when he announced his retirement from dressing the rich and famous.

Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine Injured in Assault at Florida Gym

Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine Injured in Assault at Florida Gym

ENTERTAINMENT | Mar 22

Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine, whose testimony against his own gang helped convict two high-ranking members, was assaulted by several people at a gym in Florida, officials said Wednesday.

A24 Pop Music Epic 'Mother Mary' Starring Michaela Coel, Anne Hathaway with Music by Charli XCX on the Way

A24 Pop Music Epic 'Mother Mary' Starring Michaela Coel, Anne Hathaway with Music by Charli XCX on the Way

ENTERTAINMENT | By Emell Adolphus | Mar 22

After cleaning up at the Academy Awards in nearly every category for its hit "Everything Everywhere All At Once," A24 is following up with what is sure to be another epic film, starring Michaela Coel and Anne Hathaway.

JoJo Siwa Realized She was Gay, Fell in Love, Suffered Heartbreak... All at Disney World

JoJo Siwa Realized She was Gay, Fell in Love, Suffered Heartbreak... All at Disney World

ENTERTAINMENT | By Kilian Melloy | Mar 22

Out entertainer JoJo Siwa revealed that Disney World was a backdrop for realizing she was gay, falling in love, and even dealing with heartbreak. "I have grown a lot at Disney," the 19-year-old star said.

SXSW: Day Six — 'American Born Chinese,' 'Tetris,' and Breakout Queer Hit 'Bottoms'

SXSW: Day Six — 'American Born Chinese,' 'Tetris,' and Breakout Queer Hit 'Bottoms'

ENTERTAINMENT | By Matthew Creith | Mar 22

SXSW: Day Six — 'American Born Chinese,' 'Tetris,' and Breakout Queer Hit 'Bottoms'

Review: Busy 'Wild Goose Dreams' Never Connects
Boston, MA

Review: Busy 'Wild Goose Dreams' Never Connects

ENTERTAINMENT | By Robert Nesti | Mar 22

There's a lot going on in "Wild Goose Dreams," Hansol Jung's play having its Boston premiere at the SpeakEasy Stage Company through April 8. Too much.

Five Question with Ryan McKinny — Boston Lyric Opera's Seductive Bluebeard
Boston, MA

Five Question with Ryan McKinny — Boston Lyric Opera's Seductive Bluebeard

ENTERTAINMENT | Mar 21

Called by Opera News as "one of the finest singers of his generation," bass-baritone Ryan McKinny takes on one of the medium's most notorious villains — Bluebeard in Bela Bartok's "Bluebeard Castle" at Boston Lyric Opera.

Business

Supreme Court Chews on Jack Daniel's Dog Toy Dispute

Supreme Court Chews on Jack Daniel's Dog Toy Dispute

BUSINESS | By Jessica Gresko | Mar 22

The Supreme Court is hearing a spirited dispute Wednesday between whiskey maker Jack Daniel's and the manufacturer of a squeaking dog toy that parodies the liquor's bottle and label.

Technology

TikTok CEO to Tell Congress App is Safe, Urge Against Ban

TikTok CEO to Tell Congress App is Safe, Urge Against Ban

TECHNOLOGY | By Kelvin Chan | Mar 22

TikTok's CEO plans to tell Congress that the video-sharing app is committed to user safety, data protection and security, and keeping the platform free from Chinese government influence.

Finance

Fed Facing a Blurrier Outlook as It Meets to Weigh Rate Hike

Fed Facing a Blurrier Outlook as It Meets to Weigh Rate Hike

FINANCE | By Christopher Rugaber | Mar 22

The Federal Reserve is grappling with a hazier economic picture, clouded by turmoil in the banking industry and still-high inflation, just as it meets to decide whether to keep raising interest rates.

Style

The Things that 'Wild Goose Dreams''s Ryan Mardesich Can't Perform Without

The Things that 'Wild Goose Dreams''s Ryan Mardesich Can't Perform Without

STYLE | By Christopher Ehlers | Mar 20

Marrying whimsy, love, and the perilous politic of North Korea, Hansol Jung's "Wild Goose Dreams" is currently enjoying its New England premiere at SpeakEasy Stage.

Health/Fitness

Georgia Senators Send Gender Care Restrictions to Governor

Georgia Senators Send Gender Care Restrictions to Governor

HEALTH/FITNESS | By Jeff Amy | Mar 22

A bill banning most gender-affirming surgeries and hormone replacement therapies in Georgia for transgender people under 18 is headed to Gov. Brian Kemp's desk after senators gave it final passage on Tuesday.

Travel

When Does Travel Brand Loyalty Make Sense?

When Does Travel Brand Loyalty Make Sense?

TRAVEL | By Sam Kemmis, NerdWallet | Mar 18

Travel brand loyalty is nothing new, but sticking with a single airline, hotel or rental car program comes with built-in limitations.

Nightlife

Tinder Shows Love for Non-Monogamous People

Tinder Shows Love for Non-Monogamous People

NIGHTLIFE | By Emell Adolphus | Mar 18

The dating app announced this week that users can now add new relationship types and pronouns to their profiles.