MRSA: An Update on Virulent Staph Infection
By Steve Weinstein | May 8
MRSA made the news with a study that seemed to point the finger at gay men. Although that’s not true, the disease has hit many of us. EDGE examines the issues--and prevention.
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Speed Racer
By David Foucher | May 9
Unabashedly seditious in the vein of their "Matrix" movies, the Wachowski’s "Speed Racer" has serious flaws, but enough color and speed to appeal to at least half of its target audience.
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MAC & Heatherette :: A Heavenly Combo
By PJ Gach | May 8
Oooh, you know what happens when you toss M.A.C Cosmetics, Heatherette, hot boys and hot girls into a room? You get a party, party, party, party! Can you hear the disco beat now? To celebrate the collaboration of M.A.C. Cosmetics and Heatherette for their limited edition glossy pink covered cosmetic jewels they held their party at Kiss N’ Fly in New York City.
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Epic Saturdays :: May 3, 2008
May 6
There definitely a case of spring fever in the air at Epic at the Roxy this past Saturday, like when is going to get here? In the meanwhile the crowd took out their frustrations on the dance floor. See who was there.
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IN BOSTON
Dessa Rose
By Jennifer Bubriski | May 9
Like a child of Mensa members who only manages to get Cs, this musical from the creators of "Ragtime" fails to live up to expectations, despite a talented cast and glimpses of a far better show that could have been.
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IN CHICAGO
The Ballad of Emmett Till
By Tom Williams | May 9
"The Ballad of Emmett Till" contains enough drama to be worthy theater; but it needs work, such as a clearer ending. A story of the importance of Emmett Till in the history of the Civil Rights movement needs to be tighter and more complete.
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Consumers give stores some relief but still spend cautiously
By Anne D’Innocenzio | May 8
Consumers gave some of the nation’s retailers a little relief in April after months of dismal sales, gravitating toward less expensive discounters and wholesale clubs but generally still shying away from stores selling clothes and other non-necessities.
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Now Playing :: Cher at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace
May 8
Showcasing her flamboyant spirit, legendary talent and ingenious creativity, Cher launched the first of her nearly 200 shows tonight in Las Vegas. The extraordinary production, aptly titled "Cher," is a high-energy, concert-style show that features the artist’s record-breaking hits, including "If I Could Turn Back Time," "Believe" and "Strong Enough."
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Housing aid bills face vetoes by President Bush
By Julie Hirschfeld Davis | May 8
Strapped homeowners could refinance into government-backed mortgages and states would get money to deal with foreclosed property under Democrats’ housing aid plan.
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The Gourmet’s "George Foreman"
By Merle Exit | May 8
Picture it! You’ve invited your friends to an outdoor barbecue and just minutes before their arrival, those lingering white clouds in that beautiful blue sky are getting grayer by the second. Chanting "Rain, rain, go away. Come again some other day" didn’t seem to help. The space is available indoors, but do you pull out your pots and pans and begin warming up the oven or remember that you recently purchased that Ikon indoor grill?
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Saturday, May 10th
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12:00pm
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High Trek Adventure Boston :: at Lir (903 Boylston)
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Thursday, May 15th
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Three Masterpieces :: at The Wang Theatre, 270 Tremont St, Boston, MA
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9:00pm
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LATINA Pride Party from Queer Women of Color and Friends :: at Boston, MA
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Saturday, May 17th
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6:00pm
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2008 Latino Pride of New England :: Community Resource Fair :: at Back Bay Events Center, Boston, MA
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Sunday, May 18th
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8:00pm
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2008 Latino Pride of New England :: The Vision Party :: at Fran’s Place, Lynn MA
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Tuesday, May 20th
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1:00am
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Forgiving the Franklins comes to DVD :: at Nationwide
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Wednesday, May 21st
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I Am My Own Wife :: at Barrington Stage Company, 30 Union Street, Pittsfield, MA
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Saturday, May 31st
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True Colors Tour :: at Bank of America Pavillion, Boston, MA
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Thursday, June 5th
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1:00am
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Women of Color Weekend :: at Commercial Street in Provincetown, MA
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Friday, June 6th
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12:00pm
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2008 Boston Pride :: Flag Raising :: at City Hall Plaza, Boston, MA
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7:30pm
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Salem PRIDE Cruise :: at Salem Ferry Terminal, Salem, MA
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Saturday, June 7th
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10:00am
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2008 Boston Pride :: Pride Day at Faneuil Hall :: at Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Boston, Ma
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