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Senate Panel Approves Immigration Bill; Nixes Gay Spouses

May 21
Far-reaching legislation that grants a chance at citizenship to millions of immigrants living illegally in the United States cleared the Senate Judiciary Committee on a solid bipartisan vote Tuesday night after supporters somberly sidestepped a controver

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California Conservatives Call for School Boycott on Harvey Milk Day

By Winnie McCroy | May 20
Conservatives are calling for parents to keep their kids home from school on May 22, when California plans to commemorate the first openly-gay lawmaker.

At last! Unpakt.com Brings Comparison Web Shopping to Finding a Mover in Los Angeles

By Steve Weinstein | May 16
At last, there is Unpakt.com, a comparison-shopping site that brings the Kayak and Expedia model to finding a qualified moving company. Finding and booking a trustworthy mover is as easy as booking a flight, renting a car or buying home appliances.
The Bay Area will remember Harvey Milk, shown here with Mayor George Moscone, center, and Supervisor Carol Ruth Silver at the January 1978 Imperial Court Coronation, with a variety of events starting this weekend

Bay Area Celebrates Harvey Milk Day

LOCAL | By Matthew S. Bajko | May 22
From book readings to movie screenings, the Bay Area is marking the annual Harvey Milk Day with a variety of events this year.

Toronto Mayor Rob Ford

Deputy Mayor Urges Anti-Gay Mayor to Address Crack Video

INTERNATIONAL | By Rob Gillies | May 22
A close ally of Toronto mayor Rob Ford said Wednesday that Ford, who has allegedly made anti-gay comments, has followed legal advice in remaining silent about a purported video that appears to show him smoking crack cocaine.

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Mack and Mabel

By Les Spindle | May 22
This colorful glimpse at Hollywood prior to the talkies is a bittersweet portrait of the ill-fated love affair between silent film director Mack Sennett and his favorite leading lady, actress Mabel Normand.

Dulce Rosa

By Brenna Smith | May 22
The L.A. Opera hosted Placido Domingo to conduct Isabel Allende’s tale of assassination, rape, revenge and marriage.

Daft Punk goes outside comfort zone for new album

MUSIC | By Ryan Pearson | May 22
The influential French electronic duo crafted its first film score, for "Tron: Legacy," three years ago and are now releasing a well-financed, smartly hyped pop album featuring what they call an ensemble cast of contemporary singers and veteran musicians.

Katharine McPhee at a "Smash" event earlier this Spring

Katharine McPhee on ’Smash’

TELEVISION | By Fred Topel | May 22
The ups-and-downs of Karen Cartwright - played by Katharine McPhee - on "Smash" have kept the pop star busy for the past two seasons. EDGE spoke to McPhee about her experiences on the show.

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The Importance of Being Inverted: Gay Days at Amusement Parks, Part 1

By Tony Phillips | May 22
From castle crashing to bible thumping, EDGE writer Tony Phillips explores the ins, outs, ups and downs of the multi-billion dollar amusement park ind…

Dems Criticize GOP Support of DOMA

By Jim Abrams | Mar 29
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…

EDGE Goes Social

What’s in Your Sunscreen?

GROOMING | By Matthew Perrone | May 22
New sunscreen labels hit store shelves after a long-awaited change in federal requirements were put in place last December. But still be on the lookout for some misleading labels.

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Amy Bouzaglo from YouTube video

"I Am Not Stupid All of You Are"

CORPORATE | By Cristina Silva | May 22
An Arizona restaurateur, fed up after years of negative online reviews and an embarrassing appearance on a reality television show, allegedly posted a social media rant laced with salty language.

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The Importance of Being Inverted: Gay Days at Amusement Parks, Part 1

By Tony Phillips | May 22
From castle crashing to bible thumping, EDGE writer Tony Phillips explores the ins, outs, ups and downs of the multi-billion dollar amusement park industry that is still trying to find its niche in the LGBT community. Part 1 of a 2-part series.

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Handbags Have More Germs than Toilet Seats

HEALTH | May 22
According to a study by Initial Washroom Hygiene, handbags have up to ten times the level of microbiological activity on them than an average toilet seat. Willem Marx reports from London.

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