National Day Of The Cowboy + ‘Heartstopper Forever’ + More News

Cowboy (photo: prometeus/Depositphotos)

Some news items for you on this very hot Saturday in Las Vegas:

• Queerty: Did you know that the fourth Saturday of July is officially recognized as the “National Day of the Cowboy?” Hit the link for a round-up of gay cowboys on social media. #SaveAHorse…

• Netflix: A reminder that the Heartstopper Forever finale film is now streaming on Netflix. “True love stories never really end.” Continue reading “National Day Of The Cowboy + ‘Heartstopper Forever’ + More News”

Missouri Attorney General Warns Library About ‘Rainbow Story Time’

Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway

Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway (above) sent a letter to a local Columbia library board warning an announced “Rainbow Story Time” event needs to be “conducted in a manner consistent with Missouri law” and should not provide minors with “pornography.”

Seriously…

A library spokeswoman confirmed to ABC 17 News that the event is family friendly. Continue reading “Missouri Attorney General Warns Library About ‘Rainbow Story Time’”

Berlin’s Pride Event Called Off After Car Drove Into Crowd

A car drove into the crowd at Berlin Pride parade

Hundreds of thousands of people had gathered peacefully in the German capital of Berlin for the annual Christopher Street Day Pride parade, one of Europe’s largest Pride events, before a car drove into the crowd ending the festivities. Continue reading “Berlin’s Pride Event Called Off After Car Drove Into Crowd”

Trump Fumbles Through White House Correspondents’ Dinner Speech

Donald Trump bombs at White House Correspondent's Dinner

Oy… Donald Trump’s appearance at last night’s “take two” on this year’s White House Correspondents’ Dinner went just about how you would guess.

After having to sit through journalists being honored for their work (many covering the Donald’s less than shining moments), he tripped and fumbled through most of his lengthy, unfunny hour+ speech of insults and self-tributes. Continue reading “Trump Fumbles Through White House Correspondents’ Dinner Speech”

New Music: Michael Medrano “F★ck F★rever”

Michael Medrano drops his new single and music video "F*ck F*rever"

Michael Medrano (aka ‘Stache Papi’) declares “2009 is back” as he drops his new single and music video – “F★ck F★rever,” from his upcoming album International Male.

The new release features high energy Euro-pop production, fun visuals, and hey – I like to look at nice things.

Medrano last appeared here in October 2025 when I featured his single “Primadonna.”

Pete Buttigieg Leads 2028 Poll + Louisiana Bathroom Ban + More

Pete Buttigieg

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

• LGBTQ Nation:  It’s waaaaaaaaay early but….a new poll from Emerson College shows out former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg leading the pack of potential 2028 Democratic candidates. p.s. that beard is working for Pete…

• Erin in the Morning: Bossier Parish in Louisiana has advanced a criminal trans bathroom ban. Trans people could face up to six months in prison if they use a bathroom on municipal property that differs from their sex assigned at birth. Continue reading “Pete Buttigieg Leads 2028 Poll + Louisiana Bathroom Ban + More”

Pentagon Reduces Number Of Iran War Deaths Because 4 Happened During Ceasefire

Trump attends the dignified transfer of 4 fallen U.S. service members

Well, this is hideous… The Pentagon removed the names of 4 service members who died in Jordan from their official list of casualties bringing the total from 18 to 14.

Officials explain that this is because “their deaths occurred after President Trump declared a cease-fire in the war in April.” So…they don’t count??? Continue reading “Pentagon Reduces Number Of Iran War Deaths Because 4 Happened During Ceasefire”