Gay News: The Latest

Trump, on 1st Death from Virus in US: 'No Reason to Panic"

Trump, on 1st Death from Virus in US: 'No Reason to Panic"

NEWS | By Darlene Superville and Zeke Miller | Mar 1
Seeking to reassure the American public, President Donald Trump said Saturday there was "no reason to panic" as the new coronavirus claimed its first victim inside the U.S.

Wash. State Sees 1st Virus Death In US, Declares Emergency

Wash. State Sees 1st Virus Death In US, Declares Emergency

NEWS | By Andrew Selsky | Mar 1
The governor of Washington declared a state of emergency Saturday after a man died there of COVID-19, the first such reported death in the United States.

Baltimore Squeegee Kids Find Work, Risks, Cash at Stoplights

Baltimore Squeegee Kids Find Work, Risks, Cash at Stoplights

NEWS | By Regina Garcia Cano | Mar 1
For Baltimore's "squeegee kids," every idling windshield is an opportunity - to make a little cash, and to find work that doesn't involve the drugs or gang violence that plague much of the city.

Romo Remains with CBS after Agreeing to Long-Term Contract

Romo Remains with CBS after Agreeing to Long-Term Contract

NEWS | By Joe Reedy | Mar 1
Tony Romo will remain with CBS as its top NFL analyst after agreeing to a record extension.

ABC's 'For Life' Hopes to Change the Way We See Network TV

ABC's 'For Life' Hopes to Change the Way We See Network TV

ENTERTAINMENT | By Mark Kennedy | Mar 1
Actor Nicholas Pinnock doesn't just believe his new network TV show can save lives. He believes it can save network TV, too.

What If They Played the Games and Nobody Came?

What If They Played the Games and Nobody Came?

NEWS | By Jim Litke | Mar 1
What if they played a game and nobody came? Pro sports leagues in places as far-flung as Italy and South Korea are about to find out.

 Chicago Mayor: Police Shooting Video 'Extremely Disturbing'

Chicago Mayor: Police Shooting Video 'Extremely Disturbing'

NEWS | By Don Babwin | Mar 1
Chicago's mayor said video footage of police shooting and wounding a suspect inside a downtown Chicago train station is "extremely disturbing."

Empty Streets, Economic Turmoil as Virus Alters Daily Life

Empty Streets, Economic Turmoil as Virus Alters Daily Life

NEWS | By David Klepper and Mari Yamaguchi | Mar 1
The coronavirus claimed its first victim in the U.S. Saturday as the number of cases shot up in Iran, Italy and South Korea and the spreading outbreak continued to shake the global economy.

AP VoteCast: Many SC Black Voters Back Return to Obama Era

AP VoteCast: Many SC Black Voters Back Return to Obama Era

NEWS | By Josh Boak and Hannah Fingerhut | Mar 1
South Carolinians were voting in Saturday's Democratic presidential primary with a greater sense of nostalgia for the Obama presidency than voters in earlier contests — likely reflecting the state's sizable bloc of African American voters.

Biden Wins South Carolina, Hopes for Super Tuesday Momentum

NEWS | By Steve Peoples, Meg Kinnard and Bill Barrow | Feb 29
Joe Biden scored a convincing victory in South Carolina's Democratic primary on Saturday, riding a wave of African American support and ending progressive rival Bernie Sanders' winning streak.


Business

Millennial Money: 3 Financial Moves That Deserve More Credit

Millennial Money: 3 Financial Moves That Deserve More Credit

FINANCE | By Kelsey Sheehy | Feb 29
Here are just a few ways millennials — a group that today reaches from their mid-20s to nearly 40 — are getting it right when it comes to their finances.


Technology

Teens Love the Video App TikTok. Do They Love It too Much?

Teens Love the Video App TikTok. Do They Love It too Much?

PERSONAL TECH | By Tali Arbel | Mar 1
From the perspective of teens, TikTok is a major new outlet for self-expression, one proudly home to the silly, the loud and the weird.


Finance

Best Frequent Flyer Travel Programs for 2020

Best Frequent Flyer Travel Programs for 2020

SAVING | Feb 29
WalletHub released its report on 2020's Best Frequent Flyer Program, which ranks the 10 largest domestic airlines based on 23 key metrics, ranging from the value of a point/mile to blackout dates for rewards flights.


Cars

Edmunds: How to Shop for A Low-Tech Car

Edmunds: How to Shop for A Low-Tech Car

AUTO NEWS | By Edward Montoya, Edmunds | Feb 29
Automakers say the technology makes the vehicles safer and less distracting and satisfies customer demand. But there are a number of reasons why someone would want a "low-tech" car instead.


Style

10 Spring Break Gay Fashion and Grooming Must-Haves

10 Spring Break Gay Fashion and Grooming Must-Haves

FASHION | By Andrew Villagomez | Feb 28
No matter where you're headed, pack smart and fashionable with our top ten picks of the season, featuring swim trunks, skincare and accessories to look your best on the ultimate spring break vacation.


Travel

Dominican Republic Turns Back Cruise Ship Amid Virus Fears

Dominican Republic Turns Back Cruise Ship Amid Virus Fears

HEALTH | Feb 28
A cruise ship heading to the Dominican Republic to disembark hundreds of passengers was searching for a new port on Friday after being turned away by officials worried that eight of those aboard showed signs of possible coronavirus infection.


Nightlife

Party Producer Jake Resnicow Wants to Amaze You with a 5-D Experience

Party Producer Jake Resnicow Wants to Amaze You with a 5-D Experience

CULTURE | By Robert Nesti | Feb 27
Jake Resnicow has transformed LGBTQ nightlife over the past decade with his spectacular events, including a landmark event at last year's NYC Pride. Now he wants you to join him at ZeroSpace monthly for what he calls a 5-D experience.