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Iowa School District Unhires Trans Band Teacher + More News

Iowa (via Depositphotos)

Some news items for you as we head over Hump Day:

• Erin in the Morning: An Iowa school district chose to start the school year without the new band teacher instead of allowing a trans educator to take on the role he was offered, following protests from parents.

• Gay City News: Rhinestones, glitter, sequins, a plethora of feathers, and the best lip-syncing performances in Harlem were all featured at the fifth annual Mr. and Miss Black Pride International pageant on August 21 as part of the 29th annual edition of NYC Black Pride. Continue reading “Iowa School District Unhires Trans Band Teacher + More News”

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Hegseth Fired Top General Over Kid Rock Flyby Investigation

Army helicopters fly-by Kid Rock's home

Before the Army’s top officer was abruptly fired earlier this year, he was advised by a fellow general (now in the running to replace him) to stop an investigation into an unauthorized helicopter flyby of musician and Trump supporter Kid Rock’s Tennessee home. Continue reading “Hegseth Fired Top General Over Kid Rock Flyby Investigation”

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Judge Strikes Down Texas Ban On Drag: “Just Don’t Go”

Texas highway sign (via Depositphotos)

In his ruling striking down a Texas drag ban, a federal judge had this advice for folks who are offended by such activities – “Just don’t go.”

He also noted that the legislation was so vaguely written, even the late, great Dolly Parton might have been targeted by the law. Continue reading “Judge Strikes Down Texas Ban On Drag: “Just Don’t Go””

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Tim Curry, ‘Rocky Horror’ Legend, Dies At 80

Tim Curry in 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show'

Tim Curry, the iconic star of the cult classic movie musical The Rocky Horror Picture Show, died late Tuesday night at his Los Angeles home at the age of 80.

Curry had been battling serious health issues for several years. In 2012, he suffered a massive stroke which required brain surgery. While promoting his memoir Vagabond last year, he shared he was still unable to walk. Continue reading “Tim Curry, ‘Rocky Horror’ Legend, Dies At 80”

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New Documentary Purports To Tell ‘Other Side’ Of Conversion Therapy

New documentary purports to tell "the other side" of the harmful practice of conversion therapy

A new documentary, FREEDOM, purports to tell “the other side” of so-called conversion therapy.

The doc-film examines the harmful practice “from a Christian and redemptive perspective.” Continue reading “New Documentary Purports To Tell ‘Other Side’ Of Conversion Therapy”

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Should Rosie Launch Her Own Late Night Show? + More News

Rosie O'Donnell (screen cap)

Some news items for you as we head into the new week:

• Variety: Rosie O’Donnell’s guest hosting stint for Jimmy Kimmel Live! last week went so well, folks are wondering if she could launch her own late night TV talk show. Some say the late night format is ready for ‘what’s next.’ Continue reading “Should Rosie Launch Her Own Late Night Show? + More News”

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WaPo Ordered To Rehire Columnist Fired For Kirk Social Media Posts

Journalist Karen Attiah (screen capture)

In a kick to the shins of censorship, an independent arbitrator ruled that former Washington Post columnist Karen Attiah was wrongfully terminated last year over social posts tied to the death of Charlie Kirk, and ordered her reinstated with back pay and lost benefits.

I know many of you will recall there were dozens of stories about folks in various professions being fired for even vaguely vague social media posts in the aftermath of Kirk’s death. Continue reading “WaPo Ordered To Rehire Columnist Fired For Kirk Social Media Posts”