LGBTQ news and entertainment
Night Three at the 2024 Democratic National Convention had a whole lotta highlights, but I’ll share just a few here just in case you missed them. Continue reading “Highlights: Night Three At The Democratic National Convention”
As the number of new COVID-19 infections have increased in 20+ states over the summer, the FDA has just approved updated versions of both the Pfizer/BioNTech and Moderna COVID vaccines. Continue reading “FDA Approves Updated COVID Vaccines From Pfizer, Moderna”
Tonight’s theme at the Democratic National Convention is “Fighting For Our Freedoms” and will feature several prominent LBGTQ leaders including Human Rights Campaign president Kelley Robinson. Continue reading “LGBTQ Progress To Step Into DNC Spotlight Tonight”
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. reportedly plans to end his long-shot presidential campaign and endorse Donald Trump in the next few days, according to NBC News. Continue reading “RFK Jr. To Drop Presidential Campaign, Endorse Trump”
I’m sure many of you are watching the over-the-top enthusiasm taking place at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago this week. Just in case you might have missed a bit, here are my favorite moments from Night Two. Continue reading “Highlights: Night Two At The Democratic National Convention”
Some news items you might have missed: • New Music: “Gravity,” from pop/rockers Pale Waves, pulls from lead singer Heather Baron-Gracie’s own experiences of dating a woman who was struggling with her sexuality and couldn’t choose between their relationship or her religion. Continue reading “Pale Waves’ GRAVITY + Texas Town Kills Diversity Committee + More News”
Florida strikes again! The official website for Florida tourism – VisitFlorida.com – quietly removed a section dedicated to LGBTQ-friendly travel destinations some time in the past few months. Archived versions of the site viewable on Internet Archive show the section had featured videos and information about the Sunshine State’s queer-friendly events, beaches, and travel ideas. Continue reading “Florida’s Tourism Site Removes LGBTQ Travel Section”
Serial liar and disgraced former Rep. George Santos (R-NY) pleaded guilty in court today to felony charges of wire fraud and aggravated identity theft. Continue reading “Serial Liar George Santos Pleads Guilty To Wire Fraud, Identity Theft”
Some news items I thought worth your time: • Entertainment Tonight: Phil Donahue, arguably the king of afternoon talk TV, passed away on Sunday at the age of 88. His award-winning show tackled tough social and political issues, but also pioneered a breezy format that opened the door to successors like Oprah Winfrey. Continue reading “Phil Donahue Dies At 88 + Truth Social Stock Tanks + More News”
Christian Dingus, a gay man in Washington, D.C. says employees at a Shake Shack restaurant physically attacked him Saturday night after he gave his boyfriend a kiss inside the restaurant while waiting for their order. The alleged incident took place in Dupont Circle, long considered a gay-friendly area of D.C. Continue reading “Gay Man Alleges Hate Crime Assault By Shake Shack Employees”