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Star Trek's 'Strange New Worlds': In Defense of Episodic TV
"Strange New Worlds," whose first-season finale "airs" Thursday on Paramount+ in the United States, has been a true errand of mercy for those "Trek" fans who love old-fashioned, self-contained episodes.
Chip Shortage Keeps Driving Up Auto Prices, Cutting Sales
U.S. new vehicle sales tumbled more than 21% in the second quarter compared with a year ago as the global semiconductor shortage continued to cause production problems for the industry.
G-20 Meeting May Lead to Wider Divisions over War in Ukraine
Instead of providing unity, the talks may well exacerbate existing divides over the Ukraine conflict.
Caribbean Court Finds Anti-Sodomy Law Unconstitutional
A Caribbean court ruled Tuesday that a law in Antigua and Barbuda that criminalizes gay sex is unconstitutional.
Spirit Wins Takeoff and Landing Rights at Key Newark Airport
Spirit Airlines will get valuable takeoff and landing times that Southwest Airlines is abandoning at busy Newark-Liberty International Airport near New York City.
FDA Temporarily Suspends Order Banning Juul Cigarettes
The Food and Drug Administration issued an administrative stay Tuesday on the order it issued last month for vaping company Juul to pull its electronic cigarettes from the market.
J.K. Rowling Defends Macy Gay and Bette Middler After TERF Accusations
J.K. Rowling has come to Macy Gay and Bette Middler's defense after recent comments from both stars have fans accusing them of transphobia.
Gay Missouri Political Candidate's Banner Defaced With Homophobic Slur
Justice Horn, who is seeking to be elected to represent the First District on the Legislature in Kansas City, Missouri, shared a photo showing that his campaign banner had been defaced with a gay slur.
Chanel Gets Gently Geometric in Far-Flung Paris Couture
Birds tweeted -- not fashionistas -- the day Chanel brought its couture guests to the calm of the Bois de Boulogne forest.
William Chris Wines: A Taste of Texas in Every Bottle
The shared philosophy of William Chris Vineyards is "great wines aren't made, but grown in the vineyard." Find out why this Texas winegrower is so worth your while.
Review: 'Thor: Love And Thunder' a Romp of a Good Time Filled with Exciting Thrills, Chills, and Wit
The Mightiest Avenger of all has never faced a peril as frightening as this! Chris Hemsworth returns (in the flesh) for the fourth installment of the Marvel Studios franchise.
British Star Duncan James Says he Dated Women to Hide His Sexuality
British singer Duncan James opened up about his difficult coming out experience in an interview, saying he dated women to hide his sexuality.
Watch: Out Rocker Darren Hayes Opens Up about the Torment of the Closet
Savage Garden's out singer-songwriter Darren Hayes has opened up about the torments of the closet and the life-saving power of his career in music.
'Heartstopper' Cast Responds to Hate with Dance and Whitney Houston at London Pride
The cast of the Netflix gay dramedy "Heartstopper" were in attendance at London Pride, where they faced off with a group of anti-LGBTQ+ protestors, meeting hate with joy, dance, and Whitney Houston.
Adele Needed a Pride Flag for Her Concert — Fans Lent Her Theirs
Adele found herself in need of a Pride flag for her concert in Hyde Park over the weekend. Luckily, two fans were willing to lend the singer their own flag — for which they were comped amazing seats.
Ricky Martin Denies Restraining Order Allegations
Puerto Rican superstar Ricky Martin on Sunday denied allegations that led to a restraining order against him, with police noting that he has not been charged with any crime.
Dior Does Folklore in Paris Couture, Riffing on Ukraine Art
Images of traditional embroideries and floral paintings adorned the walls of Dior's celebrity-laden runway homage to Ukraine as Paris' four-day Couture Week kicked off Monday.
Kellogg Loses UK Fight to Block Ban on Sugary Cereal Promos
Breakfast food giant Kellogg Co. lost a legal bid Monday to block new anti-obesity measures in England banning the promotion of sugary cereals.
Flight Cancellations Ease Slightly as July 4 Weekend Ends
Travelers flying home from July Fourth getaways faced flight delays Monday, but airlines were canceling fewer flights than in the days leading up to the holiday weekend.
Oil Wrestlers Seek Glory in Turkey's Centuries-Old Contest
In the festival, which is on UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, wrestlers cover themselves in olive oil, making it more difficult for opponents to grab each other.