Oklahoma Town's First Openly Gay Mayor Resigns After Harassment, Threats: 'I No Longer Feel Safe to Serve'

Photo: Mayor Adam Graham/Facebook The first openly gay mayor of The Village has resigned only two months after being elected due to escalating threats and harassment. In anopen lettershared on Twitter Monday, Adam Graham said it was “an honor to serve and it’s my great privilege to break boundaries” but that he no longer felt “safe to serve in my capacity as Mayor.” Graham, who was elected as The Village mayor in May and previously served as a city councilmember, wrote, “Since 2018, I’ve fought against ageism, racism and homophobia at every step....

March 15, 2025 · 2 min · 299 words · Jeffrey Reyes

Oldest known sex chromosome emerged 248 million years ago in an octopus ancestor

When you buy through liaison on our land site , we may realise an affiliate commission . Here ’s how it works . The oldest known sex chromosome in beast has been discovered , pushing back the engagement for the phylogeny of sex chromosomes to between 248 million and 455 million years ago . The ancient chromosome was found inoctopusand squid , suggesting that these may have been among the first beast to determine their sexuality via genetic blueprint , instead of environmental cues ....

March 15, 2025 · 4 min · 692 words · Amber Owens

Olivia Wilde Steps Out Post Workout, Plus Mariah Carey, Rory Culkin and More

01of 94Sporty ChicThe IMage DirectOlivia Wilde looks cute and casual as she steps out post-workout in Los Angeles on Nov. 4. 01of 94 Sporty Chic The IMage Direct Olivia Wilde looks cute and casual as she steps out post-workout in Los Angeles on Nov. 4. 02of 94’Tis (Almost) the SeasonRaymond Hall/GC ImagesMariah Carey looks to be loving the end-of-fall weather on a stroll in New York City on Nov. 4....

March 15, 2025 · 21 min · 4308 words · Sara Ross

Oprah Is a Fan of This Bedding and Pajama Brand That Is Having an Under-the-Radar Warehouse Sale — Up to 55% Off

Photo: People / Pamela Jew Winter is the season when everyone simply wants to curl up in a comfy bed and wearwarm loungewear. And when it comes to coziness, one of the best brands to provide it is Cozy Earth. Here are some of the best finds from the sale, but you’ll want to act fast, as there are limited quantities available. Best Deals from Cozy Earth’s We Made Too Much Sale...

March 15, 2025 · 4 min · 679 words · Barbara Hill

Oprah Winfrey and Cher Remember Their Friend Sidney Poitier at Premiere of Apple TV+ Doc

Oprah WinfreyandCherare rememberingSidney Poitieras a poignant figure, both in Hollywood and in their lives. For Cher, 76, the music and acting legend said her favorite thing about Poitier was “that he was so easy to make blush.” And while they “didn’t have a long history,” Cher told PEOPLE, “I felt we had a nice history. When he came to some barbecues that I had, [his wifeJoanna Shimkus] was all smiles and whatever, and he was game, he was going for it, but he was a little bit like that....

March 15, 2025 · 2 min · 353 words · Stephanie Allen

Oprah Winfrey's Movie and TV Roles: 10 of Her Pop Culture Moments You Might Have Forgotten

Oprah Winfrey in Beloved.Photo:Ken Regan/Touchstone/Kobal/Shutterstock Ken Regan/Touchstone/Kobal/Shutterstock Happy Birthday,Oprah Winfrey!The media mogul turns 70 on Jan. 29, 2024, a milestone that comes after decades of inspiring work across the stage and screen, in addition to her endless philanthropic endeavors and meaningful moments with fans.It’s also a milestone we’re celebrating through a new PEOPLE special edition,Oprah: Her Incredible Life,available now.While she might be best known for her eponymous talk show, which ran for 25 seasons and earned Winfrey numerous accolades, she also has an extensive acting career, notably scoring an Oscar nomination in 1986 for her supporting role inThe Color Purple....

March 15, 2025 · 11 min · 2223 words · Terry Carter

Oprah Winfrey, Simone Biles, Kermit the Frog and More Stars Surprise Hoda Kotb on FinalTodayBroadcast

Oprah Winfrey, Hoda Kotb, Simone Biles.Photo:Michael Kovac/Getty; Nathan Congleton/NBC; Unique Nicole/Getty Michael Kovac/Getty; Nathan Congleton/NBC; Unique Nicole/Getty In honor ofHoda Kotb’s last day onToday, a slew of special celebrity guests sent the NBC anchor well wishes. Keith Morrison, whom Kotb worked with onDateline, where she began her NBC career in 1998, kicked off the starry tributes as he recalled his first impression of theTodayco-anchor: “Wow, this is somebody different.”...

March 15, 2025 · 5 min · 875 words · Austin Johnson

Oscars Flashback: Naomie Harris Thought ‘Thank God’ When She Didn't Win forMoonlight(Exclusive)

Naomie Harris at the Oscars in 2017.Photo:VALERIE MACON/AFP via Getty VALERIE MACON/AFP via Getty Ahead of Sunday’s 2025 Oscars,PEOPLEis looking back at past ceremonies and sharing behind-the-scenes stories from Hollywood’s most prestigious event. WhenNaomie Harrisattended the 2017 Oscars as a Best Supporting Actress nominee forMoonlight, she didn’t have a speech prepared. “Because Viola Davis, up to that point, had won everything going. So I was like, ‘Viola’s going to win,’” Harris, now 48, recalls thinking of theFencesstar, who swept awards season....

March 15, 2025 · 2 min · 424 words · Chase Russell

Our Favorite Budget Anti-Fatigue Kitchen Mat Feels Like ‘Standing on Clouds’ — and It’s on Sale

Photo:AmazonWhether you’re handwashing dishes, preparing a meal, or using a standing desk, being on your feet for long periods often creates unpleasant back pain and joint aches. Whilesupportive sneakersmay help alleviate the problem, there’s a better solution for indoor discomfort.Anti-fatigue mats provide additional comfort and support, relieving pressure and strain on users’ joints and muscles, much like an orthopedic sneaker. Thebest affordable anti-fatigue matwe tried ison sale for $15 for Prime members now at Amazon, so grab one for your bathroom, office, and kitchen before this deal expires....

March 15, 2025 · 5 min · 993 words · Matthew Hunter

Pa. Couple Who Doesn't Believe in Doctors Allegedly Used Oils, Herbs Instead of Calling 911 for Dying Baby

Photo: Getty A Pennsylvania couple has been charged with involuntary manslaughter and other felonies after authorities say they waited three days to notify police about the death of their newborn son. According toa statementfrom the Pennsylvania Attorney General, Drew and Amy Hoenigke were also charged with aggravated assault and endangering the welfare of a child. A family friend, Brigitte Meckes, was also at the scene, and she’s been charged with the same offenses....

March 15, 2025 · 2 min · 321 words · Mrs. Nancy Ruiz MD

Patrick J. Adams Thought He'd Closed the 'History Book' onSuitsBefore Show's 'Strange' Second Swell (Exclusive)

Patrick J. Adams at the 2024 Golden Globes.Photo:Michael Buckner/Golden Globes 2024/Golden Globes 2024 via Getty Michael Buckner/Golden Globes 2024/Golden Globes 2024 via Getty Patrick J. Adamsnever imagined he’d find his way back to Zane Specter Litt after closing the chapter onSuits. In an exclusive conversation with PEOPLE on the 2024Golden Globesred carpet Sunday, theSuitsalum, 42 reflected on the legal drama’srecent resurgence on Netflixand opened p about the show’s shocking comeback....

March 15, 2025 · 2 min · 358 words · Sara Mcdonald

Patrick Mahomes Gushes Over Travis Kelce After Another Chiefs Win: ‘He Means the World to Me’

Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes.Photo:Steve Granitz/FilmMagic Steve Granitz/FilmMagic After again helping lead the Kansas City Chiefs to a nail-biting victory on Sunday night,Patrick Mahomesgushed about his longtime teammateTravis Kelceand what he’s meant to him throughout his career. “He means the world to me, man,” Mahomes, 29,toldreporters after the Chiefs beat the Los Angeles Chargers 19-17 on a last-second field goal on Sunday, Dec. 9. “I mean without getting emotional, he’s a guy that has really kind of made me who I am in my career....

March 15, 2025 · 2 min · 382 words · Max Davis

Pauline Chalamet Opens Up About Becoming a Mom for the First Time — and the Advice She Got from Mindy Kaling

Pauline Chalamet.Photo:Roy Rochlin/Getty Roy Rochlin/Getty Pauline Chalametis opening up about the great advice she received after she became a mom for the first time. On Friday, Dec. 6,The Sex Lives of College Girlsstar, 32, appears onThe Drew Barrymore Showwith her castmates, as well as the show’s creatorMindy Kaling, and chats about recently becoming a mom. During the conversation, hostDrew Barrymoreasks if Chalamet was able to get any advice from Kaling, who is a mom to three kids: daughterKatherine “Kit” Swati, who turns 7 this month, sonSpencer Avu, 4, and daughterAnne, 9 months....

March 15, 2025 · 2 min · 263 words · Shannon Mitchell