LGBTQ news and entertainment
In her first TV interview since joining the Supreme Court, Justice Amy Coney Barrett says that the Supreme Court “should not be imposing its own values on the American people,” as the high courts considers whether to revisit its same-sex marriage ruling. Continue reading “Justice Amy Coney Barrett: ‘The Law Isn’t An Opinion Poll’ As High Court Considers Revisiting Same-Sex Marriage”
Check out the first teaser video for BOOTS, a one-hour comedic drama from Netflix that follows directionless, closeted Cameron Cope (Miles Heizer) and his best friend Ray McAffey (Liam Oh), as they join a diverse group of Marine recruits. Continue reading “First Look: Netflix’s Comedic/Drama Series ‘BOOTS’”
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports just 22,000 jobs were added in August(well below expectations), as unemployment ticked up to 4.3%.
Plus, there were downward revisions for June and July to the tune of -21,000. That’s the first net loss of jobs since 2020 in the midst of the pandemic. Yikes. Continue reading “Report: Just 22K Jobs Added To US Economy In August”
Some news items you might have missed:
• The Advocate: The Justice Department is considering restricting gun ownership for transgender people, following a deadly mass shooting at a Catholic church school in Minneapolis, in which the perpetrator has been alleged to be trans.
• Kenneth-in-the-212: Check out the latest in LGBTQ publications this week including Between The Lines rounding up a list of Winter Pride events across the country. Continue reading “DOJ Considering Gun Restrictions For Trans People + More LGBTQ News”
Texas lawmakers have passed Senate Bill 8, anti-trans legislation that restricts bathroom use in government buildings and schools to sex assigned at birth. Continue reading “Texas Lawmakers Pass Anti-Trans Bathroom Bill”
Happy Hump Day! Some news items for your perusal:
• Coming Soon: The powers that be behind the upcoming Wicked: For Good have dropped a new teaser (squeeee!!) for the movie musical. In theaters November 21. Continue reading “New Teaser For ‘Wicked: For Good’ + Lady Gaga ‘The Dead Dance’ + More”
In a huge win for Harvard University, a federal judge has ruled the Trump administration unlawfully blocked $2 billion from the Ivy League school. Continue reading “Judge: Trump Administration Unlawfully Blocked $2 Billion From Harvard”
Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY) attacked now-former CDC vaccine chief Dr. Demetre Daskalakis, who resigned last week in protest of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., saying he had “no business being in government” due to the “lifestyle” he led. Continue reading “Rand Paul Attacks Ex-CDC Vaccine Chief For Gay ‘Lifestyle’”
Some news items you might have missed:
• Playbill: Tony-winning stage (Nine) and screen (30 Rock) star Jane Krakowski will take over the title role in Broadway’s Oh, Mary! for an eight-week engagement. The show earned two 2025 Tony Awards: Lead Actor in a Play and Director of a Play.
• them: The state of Florida is now arresting people (4 so far) for using rainbow chalk on crosswalks. One man who walked across the Pulse memorial crosswalk with colored chalk on his shoes was charged with “defacing a traffic device,” but a judge ordered his release. Continue reading “Jane Krakowski In Broadway’s OH, MARY! + More News”
The new docu-series Alphabet Soup reveals candid thoughts and encounters between diverse queer singles looking to mingle or marry, from initial texts to hook ups and beyond.
The stylish, bold series reimagines the dating/relationship genre featuring LGBTQ voices navigating love, identity, and vulnerability. No competition, no prizes – just real people and authentic connection. Continue reading “What To Watch: New LGBTQ Dating Docu-Series ALPHABET SOUP”