Author: Randy Slovacek

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Christmas Music: Band Aid ‘Do They Know It’s Christmas?’

Band-Aid 1984 "Do They Know It's Christmas?" “Do They Know It’s Christmas?” was first recorded in a single day on November 25, 1984, by super-group Band Aid, consisting of some of the most popular British and Irish musical acts at the time. At the time, it became the biggest selling single of all time in the UK. Continue reading “Christmas Music: Band Aid ‘Do They Know It’s Christmas?’”

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NYC Gay Bar Designated A Landmark + More News

Julius’ Bar in New York City (screen capture)
Some news items you might have missed: • Edge Media: The Landmarks Preservation Commission has designated the long-running gay bar in New York City, Julius’ Bar, as an individual landmark. In 1966, it was against the law to serve alcohol to gay people. Then activists decided to stage the infamous “sip-in” at Julius’ to make a point. Continue reading “NYC Gay Bar Designated A Landmark + More News”

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Christian Walker Throws Epic Twitter Rant After Dad Loses Senate Race

Christian Walker, son of failed U.S. Senate candidate Herschel Walker, went on a Twitter rant last night against the Republican Party after the Georgia Senate run-off race was declared for incumbent Sen. Raphael Warnock (D-GA).
Christian Walker (screen caps)
Christian Walker, son of failed U.S. Senate candidate Herschel Walker, went on a Twitter rant last night against the Republican Party after the Georgia Senate run-off race was declared for incumbent Sen. Raphael Warnock (D-GA). Continue reading “Christian Walker Throws Epic Twitter Rant After Dad Loses Senate Race”

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Cruz’s Daughter Hospitalized After Report Of ‘Self-Inflicted Wounds’

The daughter of far-right, anti-LGBTQ Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) was hospitalized last night for "self-inflicted wounds" according to the Houston Chronicle.
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX)
Several sources are reporting that the 14-year-old daughter of anti-LGBTQ Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) was hospitalized last night due to “self-inflicted wounds.” Continue reading “Cruz’s Daughter Hospitalized After Report Of ‘Self-Inflicted Wounds’”

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TIME Names Zelenskyy & Spirit Of Ukraine ‘Person Of The Year’

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and the spirit of Ukraine have been named TIME's 'Person of the Year.'
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy (image via Ukraine government)
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and the spirit of Ukraine have been named TIME’s ‘Person of the Year.’ The editorial board says this year’s choice was the “most clear-cut in memory.” Continue reading “TIME Names Zelenskyy & Spirit Of Ukraine ‘Person Of The Year’”

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LGBTQ Nominations For Critics Choice Awards + More News

Leslie Jordan
Some news items you might have missed: • Out: Leslie Jordan and more LGBTQ stars (including Andy Cohen and Murray Bartlett) honored with nominations for the Critics Choice Awards. Don’t miss the gala when it is broadcast live on The CW on Sunday, January 15, 2023 at 7pm ET. Continue reading “LGBTQ Nominations For Critics Choice Awards + More News”

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Club Q Shooter Charged On 305 Counts Including 1st Degree Murder

Anderson Lee Aldrich (mugshot via Colorado Springs Police Dept)
Anderson Lee Aldrich, the 22-year-old accused of killing five and injuring more than 17 others at the deadly mass shooting at Club Q nightclub in Colorado Springs last month, was formally charged today. Aldrich faces 305 counts including multiple charges of first-degree murder, attempted first-degree murder, assault and hate crimes. Continue reading “Club Q Shooter Charged On 305 Counts Including 1st Degree Murder”

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Did These Pro Tennis Players Just Come Out As Gay?

The world of tennis is wondering if two pro tennis players came out as gay after Fabien Reboul of France shared a photo of a kiss with fellow Frenchie Maxence Broville in his Instagram story.
L-R Maxence Broville, Fabien Reboul (via Instagram)

Could men’s profession tennis finally have out representation on the ATP tour?

Fabien Reboul of France shared a photo of a kiss with fellow Frenchie Maxence Broville in his Instagram story with a caption which read, “I did not fall in love with you, your love pushed me into it.” Continue reading “Did These Pro Tennis Players Just Come Out As Gay?”