Nevada lifts its mask mandate effective immediately after Governor Steve Sisolak announced the news at a press conference today. Continue reading “Nevada Lifts Mask Mandate Effective Immediately”
News Round-Up: February 9, 2022
Some news items you might have missed: • Instinct Magazine: My colleague Corey Andrew weighs in about a recent report of a NYC subway car of men dropping trou and openly yanking their doodles. Continue reading “News Round-Up: February 9, 2022”
Amy Schneider Quits Day Job After Historic Run On Jeopardy!
Amy Schneider has quit her day job as a software engineering manager following her historic 40-game winning streak on Jeopardy! with the intention of exploring new possibilities. Continue reading “Amy Schneider Quits Day Job After Historic Run On Jeopardy!”
Elections Board Says It Can Disqualify Madison Cawthorn From Running For Reelection
The bipartisan North Carolina State Board of Elections said on Monday it does have the authority to block Rep. Madison Cawthorn (NC-R) from running for reelection due to his role in the January 6 violent insurrection at the U.S. Capitol Building. Continue reading “Elections Board Says It Can Disqualify Madison Cawthorn From Running For Reelection”
News Round-Up: February 8, 2022
Some news items you might have missed: • New York Times: Gov. Kathy Hochul will drop New York’s indoor mask mandate on Wednesday, ending a requirement that businesses ask customers for proof of full vaccination or require mask-wearing at all times. Continue reading “News Round-Up: February 8, 2022”
Florida Governor Signals Support For Anti-LGBTQ School Bill
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signaled his support for a bill that would prohibit the mention of sexual orientation and gender identity in the state’s primary schools, while the White House make clear its opposition to the anti-LGBTQ legislation. Continue reading “Florida Governor Signals Support For Anti-LGBTQ School Bill”
94th Academy Award Nominations Announced
The 94th Annual Academy Awards nominations were announced this morning and while there were strong performances by LGBTQ talent and LGBTQ-inclusive films in the mix, there wasn’t a ton of Oscar love for queer film artists. Continue reading “94th Academy Award Nominations Announced”
News Round-Up: February 7, 2022
Some news items you might have missed: • Gayety: Tom Holland shared in a recent interview he mistook a gift from his Uncharted co-star Mark Wahlberg for a sex toy. On Instagram, Wahlberg gave a pointed tutorial about the massage guns, poking fun at Holland’s initial thought. Continue reading “News Round-Up: February 7, 2022”
Las Vegas: ‘Legendary Divas’ Has An Offer For Adele Fans
If you had tickets to see Adele in her now-postponed residency in Las Vegas, you have a new option to see the “Rolling In The Deep” singer (kinda sorta) – and its free! Continue reading “Las Vegas: ‘Legendary Divas’ Has An Offer For Adele Fans”
Study: COVID Vaccination Rates Higher In LGBTQ Community
A new study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows gay and lesbian adults report higher vaccination rates against COVID than straight adults. Yep, not our first pandemic. Continue reading “Study: COVID Vaccination Rates Higher In LGBTQ Community”