LGBTQ news and entertainment
Donald Trump responded to the news of President Joe Biden issuing a presidential pardon to his son, Hunter Biden, on social media asking, “Does the Pardon given by Joe to Hunter include the J-6 Hostages, who have now been imprisoned for years? Such an abuse and miscarriage of Justice!” Continue reading “Trump Rants Over Hunter Biden Pardon”
President Joe Biden has issued a full, unconditional pardon of his son Hunter Biden, who faced sentencing this month on gun crime and tax convictions, saying Hunter’s prosecution was politically motivated. Continue reading “President Biden Pardons His Son, Hunter Biden”
Some news items you might have missed: • The Advocate: California’s first state-wide survey of LGBTQ+ older adults showed overall high levels of satisfaction with their quality of life but also concerns about the well-being of transgender women. • Boy Culture: The GLBT Historical Society today launches Focus on Living: Portraits of Americans with HIV and AIDS, a new photography exhibition by San Francisco’s Roslyn Banish featuring portraits of people living with HIV including interviews. • Nepotism I: Donald Trump announced that he would name Charles Kushner, real estate exec and father-in-law of his daughter Ivanka, to serve as ambassador to France. Kushner received a pardon from Trump during his final days in office after Kushner had pleaded guilty in 2004 to 16 counts of tax evasion.
Breaking News: President-elect Trump said he would nominate the real estate executive Charles Kushner, father of his son-in-law Jared Kushner, to be ambassador to France.
[image or embed] — The New York Times (@nytimes.com) November 30, 2024 at 1:53 PM
• Nepotism II: Trump also announced he would name Massad Boulos, the father-in-law of his daughter Tiffany, as a senior adviser covering Arab and Middle Eastern affairs. Boulos describes himself as a “friend” of Sleiman Frangieh, currently Hezbollah’s endorsed candidate for Lebanon’s presidential vacancy. • Pink News: The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments regarding gender-affirming care for transgender minors on Wednesday (December 4). The families of several trans children will appeal to the Court to strike down a ban on gender-affirming care in Tennessee. • OUT Magazine: Wicked: Part One is now the highest-grossing movie of all time based on a Broadway musical, having made $214.3 million at the domestic box office as of Friday, November 29. The previous title-holder was Grease, which has a lifetime gross of $190 million at the domestic box office.
‘Wicked’ just broke *even more* all-time records in box office sales https://t.co/tUfF87T76B
— Out Magazine (@outmagazine) December 1, 2024
Russian police raided at least three gay nightclubs last night “as part of measures to combat LGBT propaganda,” according to the state TASS news agency. Continue reading “Russian Police Raid Gay Nightclubs To ‘Combat LGBT Propaganda’”
According to GasBuddy’s 2024 annual Thanksgiving Travel Survey, 72% of Americans plan to take a road trip over the Thanksgiving holiday. Continue reading “Nearly 80 Million Americans Travel For Thanksgiving Holiday”
Some news items you might have missed: • Queerty: Hunky out actor/singer Luke Evans says he’s had to “learn to be kinder” to himself about his looks and body despite being a total hottie. Continue reading “Ukraine President Considers Ceasefire + Luke Evans + More News”
On December 1, 2024, the AIDS Memorial Quilt will be displayed at the White House providing a potent reminder of the ongoing HIV/AIDS crisis. Continue reading “AIDS Memorial Quilt On Display At White House For World AIDS Day”
I like when my president has class and dignity. Continue reading “A Tale Of Two Presidents On Thanksgiving”
Some news items you might have missed: • Trailer: The new documentary LIZA: A Truly Terrific Absolutely True Story brings into focus the complex period of Liza Minnelli’s life in the 1970s. Continue reading “Trailer For New Liza Minnelli Documentary + More News”
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine (R) has signed into law legislation that will ban the state’s students from using school restrooms that don’t align with their sex assigned at birth. Continue reading “Ohio Governor Signs Anti-Trans Bathroom Bill Into Law”