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WNBA Star Brittney Griner Held In Russia On Alleged ‘Drug Charges’

Brittney Griner held in Russia on alleged drug charges
WNBA All-Star Brittney Griner (photo: Lorie Shaull – CC License)
Phoenix Mercury center and 7-time WNBA All-Star Brittney Griner has reportedly been held in Russia accused of ‘drug charges’ for weeks. Continue reading “WNBA Star Brittney Griner Held In Russia On Alleged ‘Drug Charges’”

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SNL’s Kate McKinnon Discusses Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” Bill

Kate McKinnon dropped by the Weekend Update desk to talk about Florida's "Don't Say Gay" bill
Out Emmy Award winner Kate McKinnon (screen capture)
Saturday Night Live’s out Emmy Award winner Kate McKinnon dropped by the Weekend Update desk last night to discuss Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” bill. Continue reading “SNL’s Kate McKinnon Discusses Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” Bill”

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News Round-Up: March 4, 2022

First look at the upcoming gay rom-com "Fire Island" landing on Hulu June 3.
A scene from Hulu’s “Fire Island”
Some news items you might have missed: • Gayety: Get your first look at Fire Island, a modern day rom-com inspired by Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice. The story centers around two best friends who set out to have a legendary week-long summer vacation with the help of cheap rosé and a cadre of eclectic friends. On Hulu June 3. Continue reading “News Round-Up: March 4, 2022”

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Biden Condemns Texas Officials’ Attacks On Transgender Youth

President Joe Biden issued a statement condemning the actions of Texas officials who aim to "investigate" parents who allow their transgender children to receive gender-affirming medical care.
President Joe Biden (photo via public domain/Flickr/WhiteHouse)
President Joe Biden condemned Texas officials – including the state’s governor – in a statement on Wednesday calling recent investigations into the families of transgender youth  “discriminatory actions” that “put children’s lives at risk.” Continue reading “Biden Condemns Texas Officials’ Attacks On Transgender Youth”