In Philadelphia
Pa. School Graduation Won’t Use Transgender Name
A central Pennsylvania school district has refused to allow a transgender student’s male name to be announced during his graduation ceremony later this week.
Philadelphia Building Collapses; 12 Injured, 2 Trapped
A four-story building being demolished collapsed Wednesday on the edge of downtown, injuring 12 people and trapping two others, the fire commissioner said.
Scientists Predict "Dead Zones" For Gulf and Chesapeake Bay"
Scientists in Michigan and Louisiana are predicting a big summer "dead zone" in the Gulf of Mexico and Chesapeake Bay unless a tropical storm hits the area shortly before or during the annual measurement.
Brazil Lawmakers OK Bill For Treatment of Gays
A Brazilian congressional human rights committee on Thursday approved legislation that would allow psychologists to treat homosexuality as a disorder or pathology.
In Philadelphia
10 to See at the Ptown International Film Fest
One of the best-kept secrets in the Film Fest circuit is the Ptown International Film Fest, which runs through Sunday. EDGE’s Jake Mulligan offers his pics for what to see.
Patty Griffin
Country singer/songwriter Patty Griffin comes to Philadelphia in support of her new album, "American Kid."
Cars from Art Deco Period Exhibited in Nashville
Many of the cars at a new exhibit called "Sensuous Steel" are one of a kind. Others are or were owned by famous people. What binds them together is their art deco design.
Stuntwoman Sues News Corp. Over Alleged Phone Hack
A woman who worked as a stunt double for Angelina Jolie sued Rupert Murdoch’s News Corp. in Los Angeles on Tuesday, claiming she’s a victim of a phone hacking scheme to obtain information about the actress.

GM Recalling 193,652 SUVs for Fire Risk
General Motors is recalling more than 193,652 SUVs from the 2006 and 2007 model years because a circuit board in the driver’s door could short a…
Las Vegas Sizzles This Summer!
From pool parties and outdoor concerts to an 80,000-square-foot gay mecca known as Krave Massive, Las Vegas has outdone itself yet again with a summer…


