Gay Washington: The Latest
Trump Threatens to Move RNC Without Assurances From Governor
President Donald Trump threatened Monday to pull the Republican National Convention out of North Carolina if the state's Democratic governor doesn't immediately sign off on allowing a full-capacity gathering in August.
Japanese Pro-Wrestler in Popular Reality Show Dies at 22
Hana Kimura, a Japanese pro-wrestler who appeared in the latest series of the popular reality show "Terrace House," has died. She was 22.
Police: 'Baskets' Actor Wounded Woman, Fatally Shot Himself
A Kentucky actor who appeared on the FX series "Baskets," and had been recently released on a rape charge shot and wounded a woman before killing himself, officers said.
States Give Few Details on Billions Spent on Virus Supplies
States are spending billions of dollars stocking up on medical supplies such as masks and breathing machines during the coronavirus pandemic. But more than two months into the buying binge, many aren't sharing details about how much they're spending.
Trump Doubles Up with Maryland, Virginia Memorial Day Events
President Donald Trump booked back-to-back Memorial Day appearances despite the coronavirus pandemic, at Arlington National Cemetery and at a historic fort in Baltimore.
Lock Your Cars! Vehicle Theft Spikes in COVID-19 Pandemic
The coronavirus hasn't been kind to car owners.
Virus Stalls Work to Keep Alive a Rare Rhino Subspecies
It's not quite a case of coitus interruptus, but efforts to create a very special baby are definitely on hold. Blame the pandemic.
WWE Superstar Daria Berenato Launches LGBTQ Clothing Line
WWE wrestler and mixed martial artist. Fashion entrepreneur. LGBTQ role model. It seems like nothing is out of reach for Daria Berenato, the first openly gay female wrestler in WWE history.
From Their Table to Yours: 9 Celebrated Restaurants Now Offering Take-Out and Delivery
Takeout and delivery is getting a five-star makeover thanks to high-end restaurants that are quickly pivoting to stay afloat, keep their employees on the payroll, and serve their communities.
Slightly Used News :: May 25, 2020
"The Stud" closes (maybe), Hydroxygate goes nuclear, and how to protect yourself in a bar fight. All this and more in this week's "Slightly Used News" - tune in now!
News
Skittles Drains Rainbow Colors from Packaging to Honor LGBTQ Pride
In June, Skittles will again remove its signature rainbow design from packaging and the colors from its candies to recognize LGBTQ Pride month.
Entertainment
Journalist Accuses Ronan Farrow (& Family) of Trying to Kill Her Soon-Yi Previn Profile
A journalist who wrote a 2018 profile of Soon-Yi Previn in New York magazine claims that Ronan Farrow and his family tried to get the publication to kill the piece.
Business
Pandemic A Boon for the Bicycle As Thousands Snap Them Up
All around the country and the world, bicycles are selling out and officials are trying to take advantage of the growing momentum by expanding bike lanes during the pandemic.
Technology
NASA Astronauts Go Back to the Future with Capsule Launch
It's back to the future as NASA astronauts launch again from the U.S. — aboard a retro-style "Right Stuff" capsule.
Finance
Obamacare Safety Net Protects Many Losing Insurance, But Not All
The loss of 31 million jobs due to coronvirus has an added downside: 27 million have lost job-based health insurance. The worst may still lie ahead.
Cars
Edmunds: Best Updated Cars for 2020
A refresh varies from minor design tweaks to new engines and improved in-car tech. It's a way to keep a vehicle looking and feeling fresh after a few years on the market.
Style
Merriam-Webster Revises 'Chinese Restaurant Syndrome' Entry
Merriam-Webster has updated its entry on "Chinese restaurant syndrome," a term many Asian Americans saw as antiquated and even racist.
Health/Fitness
White House Imposes Coronavirus Travel Ban on Brazil
President Donald Trump on Sunday further limited travel from the world's coronavirus hotspots by denying entry to foreigners coming from Brazil, which is second to the U.S. in the number of confirmed cases.
Travel
In Race for Tourism, Greece Reopens Cafes, Island Ferries
Greece restarted regular ferry services to its islands Monday, and cafes and restaurants were also back open for business as the country accelerated efforts to salvage its tourism season.
Nightlife
COVID-19 Leads to Closure of the Stud, SF's Oldest LGBT Bar
The Stud, San Francisco's oldest continuously-operating LGBT club, will be closing its doors permanently, according to a news release from Honey Mahogany, a co-owner of the South of Market establishment.