Late 1800s: The etymology of the phrase "drag queen" is debatable, but many scholars believe that the phrase was coined in the 1800s as a reference to the hoop skirt. As seen in this photo, hoop skirts would "drag" along the ground. The term "queen" was used as a derogatory slur towards homosexuals...

Baby Lasagna is a project created by singer-songwriter Marko Purišić in order to compose the kind of songs he wanted to release. The Umag musician has a relaxed approach to making music, which is reflected in his humorous and casual lyrics. Using what he sees as the predictable arrangement standard

Tony award-winning actor and musician Ben Platt released his new single “Cherry on Top.” He will also be embarking on “The Honeymind Tour.” He is featured with Noah Galvin. Both Played Evan Hansen on Broadway and they are engaged to be married. The song “Cherry on Top,” which was produced by Gra

An Australian member of parliament (MP) delivered an impassioned speech Tuesday on gay marriage calling Prime Minister Tony Abbot and his anti-gay colleagues an “anachronistic joke.” The speech, delivered by Victorian Labor MP Tim Watts, was also a stirring account of his gay uncle, who was unable t

New song by Bono (U2) dedicated to Italian people and doctors, nurses and carers on the front line in the #coronavirus emergency. For the Italians who inspired it… for the Irish… for ANYONE who this St. Patrick’s day is in a tight spot and still singing. For the doctors, nurses, carers on the front

After a year and a half of work and interviews with more than 1,000 witnesses, the House committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol released its final report. The 9 member pipartisan panel approved what is essentially an executive summary of those conclusions. The panel voted una...

"The Invasion" of the Fire Island Pines is now an annual tradition and a day of joy. But Thom Hansen was there when it began as a protest. Americans across the country have many traditions when it comes to celebrating Independence Day. But it’s possible that none are as distinctive as Cherry Grove’s

Winner of the Golden Globe Award 2018 for the Best Foreign Film. Out of nowhere, Katja’s life falls apart when her husband Nuri and little son Rocco are killed in a bomb attack. Her friends and family try to give her the support she needs, and Katja somehow manages to make it through the funeral. Bu

British rugby star turned lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) rights advocate Ben Cohen is stripping down yet again. The 35-year-old hunk, who was recently seen on the smash BBC series "Strictly Come Dancing," shows off his toned physique in video footage of his recent Attitude cover shoo

With just days left before the US Supreme Court rules on Proposition 8, AFER has compiled this look back at the last three years of working to attain full federal marriage equality. The American Foundation for Equal Rights is dedicated to protecting and advancing equal rights for every American. As ...