Contrary to what many confused homophobes and numerous post-structuralist theory classes might tell you, being gay is not a choice -- or so says UC Davis social psychologist/researcher Gregory Herek. During today's federal gay marriage trial, according to KTVU, "Herek said leading mental health groups also take a dim view of therapies aimed at making people heterosexual." The is crucial because it helps the plaintiffs' effort "to show that gays deserve the same judicial protection as racial and ethnic minorities." more ›

Last night, around 10 p.m. after the Academy Awards, the world was concerned about three things: the Oscar-winning documentary , a piano-playing pop/rock singer-songwriter, and Daniel Day Lewis' sexuality. We're guessing no. 3 had something to do with Lewis' decision to sport earrings on both ears. Or how he did his hair. Or both. more ›