Trump On Iran Ceasefire: “I Think It’s Over”

Donald Trump

So here we go… Yesterday, Iran reportedly attacked ships in the Strait of Hormuz.

The U.S. responded by carrying out airstrikes against several targets in Iran and reimposed sanctions on Iranian oil sales.

And then, Iran’s armed forces said that they had attacked 85 U.S. military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait and shot down an American MQ-9 drone in retaliation.

And now, Trump says the ceasefire with Iran is “over.” Continue reading “Trump On Iran Ceasefire: “I Think It’s Over””

Democrats Call On Platner To Exit Maine Senate Race

Graham Platner (screen capture)

Graham Platner, Democratic Senate candidate in Maine, is facing massive calls to drop out of the race after a woman he dated five years ago gave a bombshell interview to Politico accusing Platner of forcing her to have sex with him.

Platner denied the allegations in a statement saying, “These allegations are troubling, serious, and false. Any accusation of non-consensual behavior is categorically untrue.” Continue reading “Democrats Call On Platner To Exit Maine Senate Race”

Dale Savage + Johnson On Birthright Citizenship + More

Dale Savage

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

X: Sad to report adult film actor Dale Savage (above) died of a stroke on June 19. I met Dale a couple of times over the years and he was always friendly to me. Rest well, Dale.

CNN: ICYMI, a clip from my interview with CNN anchor Ben Hunte yesterday about the Atlantis cruise (which I’m currently traveling on) being banned from docking in Turkey. Continue reading “Dale Savage + Johnson On Birthright Citizenship + More”

Independence Day: Happy 250th Birthday, USA!

Happy 250th USA - Independence Day

Wishing everyone a fun, frolicsome, and happy Independence Day as the country recognizes the 250th anniversary of the birth of our nation.

Trust and believe I am celebrating all the way over in Greece where hubby Michael and I are about to embark on an Atlantis Cruise from Athens to Venice.

Here are some Independence Day factoids (via NPR) to share during your July 4th conversations. Continue reading “Independence Day: Happy 250th Birthday, USA!”

View With..A Phone? + Kevin Spacey Felt ‘Attacked’ + More News

Four dumbest girls in Athens, Greece

Some news stories for you as we head into the holiday weekend:

Greece: I really don’t intend to be mean, but…the four in that lead pic chose to sit down at the restaurant I was at tonight with their backs to an incredible view of Athens, Greece. And yes, that’s the Acropolis on the left. #smh

Attitude Magazine: Oscar winner Kevin Spacey says he felt “attacked” by the LGBTQ community when he came out. Gurl… Continue reading “View With..A Phone? + Kevin Spacey Felt ‘Attacked’ + More News”

Gay Cruise Banned From Docking In Turkey

Atlantis Cruise banned from docking in Turkey

Hello readers! I write to you from Greece where hubby Michael and I are about to embark on the Atlantis Cruise from Athens to Venice.

But a last minute hiccup has occurred as Turkey, which was to be an early stop on the cruise, has banned our ship from docking citing “moral standards” and “family values.” Continue reading “Gay Cruise Banned From Docking In Turkey”