LGBTQ news and entertainment
Graham Platner, the Democratic nominee for Senate in Maine and a onetime rising star of the progressive movement, has suspended his campaign following allegations of sexual assault.
Platner adamantly denies the allegations. Continue reading “Graham Platner Drops Out Of Maine Senate Race”
Last week, just days before my Atlantis cruise ship was to depart Athens for ten days at sea, me and my fellow passengers were informed we were NOT stopping in Turkey as planned as the Turkish government suddenly refused to let us dock citing “moral standards” and “family values.”
CNN reached out to me to talk about how that all unraveled on Sunday. You can see the interview here.
The folks in charge at Atlantis cruises scrambled quickly and came up with two new destinations to replace the stop in Turkey – Alexandria, Egypt, and the isle of Crete.
Many of us quickly set up guided tours/excursions to go see the pyramids in Cairo. Even though it would be a long day – 3 hours drive there, several hours exploring, three hours back to ship – who doesn’t want to see the pyramids?
So most of us went to bed early last night to be up and sharp for our 7 am departures. But as my hubby and I were leaving our cabin, we found a one-page notice had been slipped under our door. Egypt has been cancelled. Continue reading “LGBTQ Cruise Turned Away (Again!) – This Time In Egypt”
Some news stories for you as we get over Hump Day:
• The Advocate: Newly released data reveals that a record-breaking amount of ED meds were prescribed to cisgender active duty troops in 2025 — while banning gender-affirming care.
• New Music: The new EP from leetham, KINK, sits at the intersection of emo-tinged alt-rock and gritty, bubblegum coded club music. Raw, honest, and unapologetic, the 4-track collection pays homage to the queer community with one sexually charged track at a time. You definitely hear some Charli XCX and Fall Out Boy flavors in there. Hit play and take a listen. Continue reading “Pentagon Doles Out ED Meds + New Music From leetham + More”
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””
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”
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”
What an unexpected pleasure to be interviewed by CNN anchor Ben Hunte this morning about the recent ‘international incident’ of my Atlantis Cruise being banned from docking in Turkey. Continue reading “Interview With CNN On Turkey Banning LGBTQ Cruise”
Well, you knew this was coming — after conservatives scored a win at the Supreme Court this week regarding trans athletes in female sports, the haters are now prepping to push for a nationwide ban. Continue reading “Hate Groups Push For Nationwide Ban On Trans Athletes”
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”
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”