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Kitty Galore (aka Bette Midler) vs. the world

In the new critter feature Bette Midler plays a diva-ish cat hellbent on conquering the world. Hmmm. Isn’t that was actresses like Midler set out to do? EDGE’s Fred Topol speaks to the actress about the film and her art reflecting life.

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Fire Island frolics: All about the dance

By Michael K. Lavers | Jul 19
The Fire Island Dance Festival dominated this reporter’s weekend agenda on the beach.

Local politicians discuss oil spill scenarios

By Michael Lavers | Jul 18
As outrage over the Gulf of Mexico oil spill continues to grow, local officials maintain they are prepared to deal with any crude that could potentially enter area waters.

Methodists Review Case of Gay Man Barred from Church

Jul 29
The highest court in the United Methodist Church will review its 2005 ruling that allowed a clergyman to bar a noncelibate gay man from joining a congregation.

Hawaii lawsuit seeks equal rights for gay couples

Jul 29
Six gay couples in Hawaii are filing a lawsuit Thursday asking for the same rights as married couples, three weeks after Gov. Linda Lingle vetoed a same-sex civil unions measure.

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Entertainment

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Beth Lapides is happy (most of the time)

By Robert Nesti | Jul 27
California-based artist Beth Lapides brings her latest solo piece 100% Happy 88% of the Time to the East Coast this week for performances in Cambridge, New York City and the Berkshires. EDGE caught up with the "alt-comedy guru" (as described by LA Weekly) earlier this week where she talked about the show, happiness vs. unhappiness, and why she calls herself a "a homolectual."

Jim David’s One-Man Community Theater Comes to Fringe Festival

By Steve Weinstein | Jul 26
Comedian Jim David does an affectionate tribute to the trials and triumphs of community theater at the Fringe Festival August 14 to 22.
O’Neill (Photo by Todd Franson)

Ann-Margret goes for Emmy gold

By Jim Halterman | Jul 27
Recently Ann-Margret received her sixth Emmy nomination for playing a troubled substance-addicted hoarder on Law and Order: SVU. If you missed her performance first time around, it re-airs on Wednesday, July 28, 2010 at 10pm on NBC. EDGE’s Jim Halterman recently spoke with the legendary performer about taking the role on the edgy series, her admiration of the show’s co-stars and her favorite memories from her more than 50-year career.

Big Brother 12 Week 3 :: Groundhog Season

Jul 29
Does it seem like we are watching the same Big Brother season over and over again?

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Style

  Olympic snowboarder Shaun White is seen during an interview about his clothing line in New York, Thursday, April 15, 2010. Shaun and his brother Jesse say they want to do what they can to bring skater style to the masses _ even if you’re not artis

Shaun White Line Boasts Skater Style and Street Cred

By SAMANTHA CRITCHELL | Jul 29
Olympic gold medalist Shaun White and his brother Jesse hang out with young artists and skaters, surfers and snowboarders with a distinctive style that’s a little bit retro, a little bit edgy and a whole lot of cool.

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Nightlife

Fire Island Dance Festival :: July 17, 2010

Jul 23
On July 17, The Fire Island Dance Festival was held in the Pines. The dancers put on an amazing performance with a stunning ocean background. EDGE has the photos.

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Business/Finance

2000-2002 Toyota Avalon. Toyota is recalling models from 2000-2004.

Toyota recalls 412,000 cars in US, mostly Avalons

By Yuri Kageyama | Jul 29
Toyota is recalling 412,000 passenger cars, mostly the Avalon model, in the U.S. for steering problems in which three accidents have been reported, the automaker said Thursday.

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Travel

  Thai students tour Marble temple in Bangkok, Thailand Wednesday, July 28, 2010. Bangkok took No. 1 spot in Travel + Leisure magazine’s top 10 cities in World’s Best Awards 2010.

Travel Magazine Names Bangkok World’s Top City

By KINAN SUCHAOVANICH | Jul 29
Bangkok city officials say they are humbled and inspired after receiving Travel + Leisure magazine’s "Top City" award, despite recent street riots that sent tourists packing.

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Health/Fitness

In this Sunday Feb. 1, 2004 file photo, entertainer Janet Jackson, left, covers her breast after her outfit came undone during the half time performance with Justin Timberlake at Super Bowl XXXVIII in Houston.

Sacred Intimacy, Compassion Practice :: Kevin Smith is Your ’Snugglebud’

By Kilian Melloy | Jul 28
Kevin Smith maintains a touch practice that’s a little different from most bodyworkers. Instead of basing his work on massage, assisted stretching, movement training, or other forms of touch, Smith practices a form of structured holding--a method he developed on his own over time, and which he calls "snuggling."

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