In Boston
Somerville Mayor Strongly Condemns Homophobic Remarks
Somerville Mayor Joseph Curtatone has released letter in response to comments made about recently-appointed Alderman Courtney O’Keefe during the board process to appoint her. O’Keefe is openly gay.
’I Am Divine’ Opening & Party :: May 4, 2013
EDGE was on hand for the Boston Gay and Lesbian Film Festival’s screening of Jeffrey Schwarz’s new doc "I Am Divine" that tells the story of the drag superstar. Here are pics from the MFA screening & party at First Printer in Harvard Square.
Czech President in Dispute Over Gay Rights
Czech President Milos Zeman is being criticized for refusing to grant a university professorship - the nation’s top academic title - to a critic of his, allegedly because the man is also a gay rights activist.
Arrest for anti-gay Twitter threat in Puerto Rico
An FBI spokesman says a man has been arrested in Puerto Rico for making a threat on Twitter to a well-known gay rights activist.
In Boston
High Highs and Vampire Weekend Play Aggains Arena in Boston
Austrian dream pop duo High Highs and New York based Vampire Weekend put on a stellar performance at Boston University’s Aggains Arean last week in support of Vampire Weekend’s newest LP, "Modern Vampires of the City."
Megan Hilty Couldn’t Be Happier (or More Busy)
While ’Smash’ is coming to an end, the series has produced a break-out star in Megan Hilty. With a CD, a smashing performance as Lorelei Lee in an Encores ’Gentlemen Prefer Blondes,’ & appearances with the New York & Boston Pops, she couldn’t be happier.
’Trek’ Does $70.6M But Falls Short Of Studio Hopes
Star Trek: Into Darkness" has warped its way to a $70.6 million domestic launch from Friday to Sunday, though it’s not setting any light-speed records with a debut that’s lower than the studio’s expectations.
Elephant Steps: A Fearful Radio Show
This 1973 recording delves deep into the avant-garde opera world with its digital release from Masterworks Broadway.
8 Tips for Saving Money on Your Next Cruise
You can still sail the high seas in the lap of luxury, it may just take some extra planning and flexibility to stay within your budget. Here are eight…
Dems Criticize GOP Support of DOMA
The cost to taxpayers for a House Republican decision to fund the legal team supporting DOMA has climbed from $500,000 to as much as $3 million, Democ…
