Gay Boston: The Latest
Where IS Ruled, Pope Calls on Christians to Forgive, Rebuild
Pope Francis urged Iraq's Christians on Sunday to forgive the injustices committed against them by Muslim extremists and to rebuild as he visited the wrecked shells of churches and met ecstatic crowds.
Biden to Mark 'Bloody Sunday' by Signing Voting-Rights Order
President Biden plans to sign an executive order directing federal agencies to promote voting access as congressional Democrats press for a sweeping voting bill to counter efforts to restrict voting access.
Murder, but Gentler: 'Cozy' Mysteries a Pandemic-Era Balm
For those who find their dreams in books, there's a group of readers who are hungrily consuming a particular style of narrative to escape from the past year's reality: "Cozy" mysteries.
Cyprus Keeps Carnival Spirit Alive Amid COVID-19
Carnival is usually the highlight of the year for Cyprus, when residents let loose in bizarre and colorful costumes, joyfully dancing and celebrating during the Mediterranean island nation's biggest annual party scene.
Grammys to Partner with Berklee, ASU for Study on Women
The Recording Academy is partnering with Berklee College of Music and Arizona State University to complete a study focused on women's representation in the music industry.
Frayed or Fab? 'RuPaul's Drag Race' Fashion Recap, Episode 9
For the mainstage runway, Ru challenged the queens to don their favorite "Fascinating Fascinators." Here's a breakdown of who stayed heads above the competition.
Another Ex-Aide Calls Cuomo's Office Conduct Inappropriate
Another woman who worked for Gov. Andrew Cuomo is describing conduct she felt was inappropriate for the workplace.
Harry, Meghan to Delve into Tough Royal Split with Oprah
Sunday night's airing of a two-hour special hosted by Oprah Winfrey will provide the first, and unprecedented, peek into Meghan and Harry's departure from royal duties and the strains it has placed on them.
Cleveland Rocker and Radio Star Michael Stanley Dead at 7D
Michael Stanley, a Cleveland-based rocker who reached the Top 40 in the 1980s with the hits "He Can't Love You" and "My Town" before going on to a long career as a radio disc jockey, has died. He was 72.
Royalty TV: UK Monarchy and Television Have Complex Ties
Britain's royal family and television have a complicated relationship; the medium has helped define the modern monarchy.
News
Pope, Top Iraq Shiite Cleric Deliver Message of Coexistence
Pope Francis walked through a narrow alley in Iraq's holy city of Najaf for a historic meeting with the country's top Shiite cleric Saturday, and together they delivered a powerful message of peaceful coexistence.
Entertainment
Look Familiar? Joseph Baena Strikes a Pose Just Like His Famous Dad
'Strike a pose... just like Dad' could be the mantra of Joseph Baena, who isn't necessarily recognizable by his last name, but is so instantly when he imitates his famous dad Arnold Schwarzenegger, as he did last week on Instagram.
Business
Biden, Dems Prevail as Senate OKs $1.9T Virus Relief Bill
An exhausted Senate narrowly approved a $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill Saturday as President Joe Biden and his Democratic allies notched a victory they called crucial for hoisting the country out of the pandemic.
Technology
Drones vs Hungry Moths: Dutch Use Hi-Tech to Protect Crops
Dutch cress grower Rob Baan has enlisted high-tech helpers to tackle a pest in his greenhouses: Palm-sized drones seek and destroy moths that produce caterpillars that can chew up his crops.
Finance
Millennial Money: 3 Debt Strategies for an Unequal Recovery
The past year has fractured our world in countless ways. Now, as people look to pick up the pieces, those managing debt need to account for their position in our uneven economic recovery.
Cars
Edmunds Compares the 2021 Tesla Model S and Porsche Taycan
Electric car the Porsche Taycan offers similar capabilities to Tesla's Model S, plus the aura of Porsche's sports car-building ethos. Is it good enough to unseat the Model S? Edmunds' experts tested both to find out.
Style
Dolce&Gabbana Seeks over $600M Damages from 2 U.S. Bloggers
Dolce&Gabbana has filed a defamation suit seeking over $600 million in damages from two U.S. fashion bloggers who reposted anti-Asian comments attributed to one of the designers that led to a boycott.
Health/Fitness
Study Finds Mask Mandates, Dining Out Influence Virus Spread
A new national study adds strong evidence that mask mandates can slow the spread of the coronavirus, and that allowing dining at restaurants can increase cases and deaths.
Travel
Free Flights in Real Life: 3 Award Booking Services Put to the Test
With a vaccine roll-out and visions of luxury travel in my head, I contacted three of the best award booking services with three different potential trip requests for late 2021 to see if they really did save me miles and time.
Nightlife
Another Gay Bar Gone? Boston Eagle is Up for Sale
And then there were...? Gay blogger BosGuy> reports the "space formerly occupied by the Boston Eagle is now for rent."