Gay San Francisco: The Latest
San Francisco, CA
LGBT Groups Call for Full Investigation into Deaths At Gay LA Donor's Home
LGBT groups issued statements Thursday calling on Los Angeles County authorities to investigate the death of a second black man at the West Hollywood home of gay Democratic donor Ed Buck.
Could 1st Tangible Signs of Shutdown Progress be Emerging?
The first tangible signs of movement may be emerging in the impasse that has shut down the government for weeks.
In 1975 Time Offered Lily Tomlin a Cover if She Would Come Out; She Refused
Time Magazine offered Lily Tomlin its cover with the tag line, "Yep, I'm Gay" in 1975. She refused.
Life in Limbo: Leftover Embryos Vex Clinics, Couples
Tens of thousands of embryos are stuck in limbo in fertility clinics, leftovers from pregnancy attempts and broken dreams of parenthood.
Multiple Women Eyeing 2020 Hands Dems 'Wonderful Challenge'
Advocates for gender equality are reckoning with what one called a "wonderful challenge" — four or more women running for president in 2020.
Opioid Crisis Brings Unwanted Attention to Wealthy Family
The Sackler family owns Purdue Pharma, the privately held drug company that has made billions from OxyContin, and Sacklers hold most of the seats on the board.
Reports: Sony Drops R. Kelly After Furor Over Allegations
Multiple outlets have reported that Sony Music has dropped embattled R&B star R. Kelly from its roster.
Trump Fires Back After Mueller Disputes Accuracy of Report
Special counsel Robert Mueller's office has issued a rare public statement disputing the accuracy of BuzzFeed News' report that said President Donald Trump's former attorney told Mueller that the president directed him to lie to Congress.
George W. Bush Treats Secret Service Detail to Pizza
Former President George W. Bush treated his Secret Service detail to pizza to show his appreciation for their service without paychecks during the partial government shutdown.
Trump Plans 'Major Announcement' on Border, Longest Shutdown
President Donald Trump said he'll be making a "major announcement" on the government shutdown and the southern border on Saturday afternoon as the standstill over his border wall continues into its fifth week.
Anthony Rapp Hopes He Did His Part to 'Change the Culture'
Actor Anthony Rapp said he came forward with sexual misconduct allegations against Kevin Spacey because he feared assaults could "keep happening" if he said nothing.
News
Congress to Probe Report Trump Told Lawyer Cohen to Lie
The Democratic chairmen of two House committees pledged to investigate a report that President Donald Trump directed his personal attorney Michael Cohen to lie to Congress about negotiations over a Moscow real estate project during the 2016 election.
Entertainment
San Francisco, CA
Susan Werner - Somewhere under the Radar
Susan Werner is waxing lyrical about Carmen Cusack, the Tony-nominated singer-actress (Bright Star) with whom she'll share a sublime Bay Area Cabaret double-bill at the Venetian Room this Sunday afternoon.
Wendy Williams to Take Health-Related Break from TV Show
Wendy Williams is taking an extended break from her TV talk show to deal with health issues related to her immune system disorder, her family said Friday.
Business
EU Wants to Exclude Agriculture from Trade Talks with U.S.
The European Union insisted Friday that agriculture be kept out of the EU-U.S. trade negotiations, despite Washington's wishes to include the vast sector, and said any overall deal will be limited in scope.
Technology
Researchers Come Face to Face with Huge Great White Shark
Two shark researchers who came face-to-face with what could be one of the largest great whites ever recorded are using their encounter as an opportunity to push for legislation that would protect sharks in Hawaii.
Finance
Liberal Lawmakers Challenge Trump with Drug Cost Legislation
Challenging the Trump administration on a top consumer issue, leading congressional liberals are proposing legislation that would radically reduce U.S. prescription drug bills by linking prices to lower costs in other countries.
Cars
Edmunds: Top Picks for Fuel-Efficient All-Wheel Drives
Some new 2019 vehicles offer shoppers a way to get both all-wheel drive and great fuel economy.
Style
German Brewers to Print Calorie Content on Beer Labels
Two German brewers associations are recommending that their members start printing the number of calories contained in their beers and shandies on the label.
Health/Fitness
Meth's Resurgence Spotlights Lack of Meds to Combat Addiction
Even as the opioid epidemic continues, the toll of methamphetamine use, also known as meth or crystal meth, is on the rise, too.
Travel
Japan Reports Record-Breaking Tourism in 2018
The Japan National Tourism Organization announced that more than 30 million overseas travelers visited Japan in 2018, an all-time record.
Nightlife
San Francisco, CA
Nightlife Events Jan 17-24 2019
Follow a popular New Year's resolution into 2019; sweat off a bit of winter weight on the dance floor, or stack it on at a food truck outside the club. No judgment.
GLAM Awards @ Sony Hall NYC :: January 14, 2019
The 20th edition of the GLAM Awards celebrated the best of NYC nightlife. Hosted by Ru Paul's Drag Race's Bob The Drag Queen and Peppermint, this was a night full of amazing performances, camaraderie and so much creativity!
