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L. O. V. & E. Video Release Party for Eric Alán @ Vlada :: March 15, 2013

Tuesday Mar 19, 2013
Eric Alán launched his new video L.O.V. & E. at Vlada in Hells Kitchen this past Friday. Beardonna performed live at the event, and many friends came by to show their love and support for Eric’s new endeavor. EDGE has the photos!

Anti-Gay NY Lawmaker (Sort of) Apologizes for Wearing Blackface

By Jason St. Amand | Wednesday Feb 27, 2013
A New York Democratic politician, who opposes marriage equality and is no stranger to making anti-gay comments, has apologized for wearing blackface for the Jewish holiday, Purim.

Guerillas in the Midst: Gay Flash Mobs Take Over Straight Bars

By David Perry | Monday Jan 14, 2013
Prompted by unenlightened attitudes toward gays, Guerilla Gay Bar NY infiltrates the city’s straight bars to educate and raise awareness.

For Yours Eyes Only: Hot Eyewear from Charlotte Jones

By Matthew Wexler | Saturday Dec 8, 2012
What is so alluring about a bespectacled man? Marilyn Monroe said it best in "Some Like it Hot." "I want mine to wear glasses. Men who wear glasses are so much more gentle and sweet..." says Monroe’s character Sugar Kane Kowalczyk.

Martha Wash Live @ Industry :: November 11, 2012

Friday Nov 16, 2012
Martha Wash gave an amazing performance at Industry showcasing songs from her new album as well as older favorites like "Raining Man". DJ Scotty Rox kept the tunes hopping the rest of the night.

An Autumn Weekend in New York

By Robert Israel | Saturday Nov 3, 2012
New York City is eternally in the throes of reinventing itself. While some things remain steadfast, the city thrives on surprising longtime residents and visitors alike with unexpected discoveries.

Halloween Party @ Flaming Saddles :: October 27, 2012

Tuesday Oct 30, 2012
Saturday Night in NYC was alive with costume-clad folks celebrating halloween weekend. The city’s only gay Western-themed bar was also celebrating the birthday of one of our NYC photographers, Gustavo Monroy. EDGE has the photos!

Blending Northern and Southern Indian Cuisine at Chote Nawab

By Matthew Wexler | Monday Oct 29, 2012
Curry Hill has gotten a makeover - at least at the corner of Lexington and 28th Street. The New York City neighborhood known for its kitschy Indian joints strewn with seizure-inducing flashing lights welcomes a new restaurant presenting regional cuisine.

New York Man Allegedly Tasered Man Because He’s Gay

By Jason St. Amand | Friday Oct 26, 2012
A Brooklyn man has been charged with a hate crime after he zapped a 23-year-old man with a Taser and spewed a homophobic slur.

A Green Sanctuary at Element Times Square

By Mark Thompson | Thursday Oct 11, 2012
A recent in-town getaway to the new 411-room Element Times Square, which opened in 2010, confirmed that Element by Westin is not only "green" but also a refuge for restoring your balance while recharging your creative battery.