Gay News: The Latest
Zion Is Latest National Park to Close Amid Virus Spread
The red rock vistas at Zion National Park were closed to the public Friday as the Utah site became the latest national park to lock its gates to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
'Disaster' Feared If Sick Moved to California Nursing Homes
A California directive that could open the way for some patients sickened with COVID-19 to be sent from overburdened hospitals to nursing homes is being criticized by industry officials.
Dr. Fauci's Face Will Soon Be on A Bobblehead
The United States' top infectious disease specialist is getting his own bobblehead.
How Can an Orchestra Perform on Lockdown? French Orchestra Provides a Stirring Answer
The National Orchestra of France has posted a stirring video of Ravel's "Bolero" performed with each member in lockdown.
Fantasy Baseball, When Real Ball Is the Fantasy
Instead of cleaning out the basement as planned two weeks ago in our self-isolating home, I returned upstairs carrying a box of Strat-O-Matic cards and drew up a March Madness baseball tournament with the best teams of all time.
Hungary's Orban Strikes Back At EU Criticism on Extra Powers
Hungary's prime minister struck back at his critics in the European Union, saying he has "no time" for dealing with some of them during the coronavirus pandemic and accusing others of wanting to "loot" the country.
Hacker Posts Racial Slur on Fan Chat with Black NHL Player
A hacker posted a racial slur hundreds of times in an online fan video chat Friday with a black New York Rangers prospect.
Not Real News False Coronavirus Claims and Phony Remedies
None of these are legit, even though they were shared widely on social media. The Associated Press checked them out. Here are the facts.
McGrath Offers Quick Response to McConnell Virus-Related Ad
Democrat Amy McGrath has punched back at Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, accusing him of seeking a political windfall from an economic aid package while the coronavirus crisis worsens.
Marvel Remakes Release Calendar; 'Mulan' Moves to Late July
The Walt Disney Co. on Friday overhauled its release schedule by moving the dates of half a dozen Marvel movies.
News
5 Buddhist Teachings That Can Help You Cope with Coronavirus Anxiety
Buddhist leaders argue that their teachings can help confront the uncertainty, fear and anxiety that has accompanied the spread of COVID-19.
Entertainment
Review :: The Lost City of Cecil B. DeMille
What better time than now to revisit the fascinating 2016 documentary "The Lost City of Cecil B. DeMille," which examines a little-known aspect of the great filmmaker's ambitious work?
Business
Insurance Marketplaces Offer Help with Coronavirus Job Cuts
More than a million people could swamp the Affordable Care Act's health insurance marketplaces in the coming months as employers lay off staff during the coronavirus pandemic.
Technology
New Phone-Only Quibi Aims for Bite of Digital Entertainment
Want to see Chance the Rapper prank Hollywood stars? Catch a new action thriller starring Liam Hemsworth and Christoph Waltz? How about a six-minute edition of "60 Minutes?" There's an app for that!
Finance
Ptown Select Board Member Ignites Controversy with Viral Post
Travel to Provincetown during the COVID-19 crisis became an issue this past week when Select Board member Lise King "posted a Facebook message on Thursday that she found painful to write.
Cars
Keep Your Car Clean to Reduce Risk from Coronavirus
Since vehicle interiors are essentially small contained spaces, it is important to take steps to reduce the risk of contracting the virus while driving or riding inside.
Style
4 Cointreau Cocktails to Shake Up Your Weekend
You've got it stocked in your home bar, but what exactly is Cointreau? The orange-flavored liqueur dates back to 1885, but most of us aren't sure what to do with it besides using it as a component in a margarita. Until now.
Health/Fitness
Governor to Take Ventilators for NYC as Hospitals Buckle
With coronavirus deaths surging in New York, the governor announced Friday he will use his authority to seize ventilators and protective gear from private hospitals and companies that aren't using them.
Travel
With Parks Closed, Disney to Start Furloughs in 2 Weeks
Saying they don't know when they'll be able to re-open many of their businesses with the coronavirus spreading, Walt Disney Co. officials announced they will start furloughing some workers in two weeks at its theme parks resorts in Florida and California.
Nightlife
'One Magical Weekend' Canceled for 2020
The annual "One Magical Weekend" event that brings LGTBQ revelers to Orlando from around the world has been canceled for 2020, organizers of the event said in a release.
