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Florida Continues Attacks On LGBTQs + More News

Florida advised school districts to ignore protections for LGBTQ students that President Joe Biden's administration is trying to implement, saying the anti-discrimination language is not binding law. Some news items you might have missed: • Edge Media: Florida advised school districts to ignore protections for LGBTQ students that President Joe Biden’s administration is trying to implement, saying the anti-discrimination language is not binding law. Continue reading “Florida Continues Attacks On LGBTQs + More News”

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NYC & DC Go To Single Monkeypox Vaccine Doses + More

New York City and Washington, D.C. health officials have decided to administer only one shot of the recommended two doses of the Jynneos vaccine to help give at least some protection to more folks in the highest risk groups.
100s lined up for monkeypox vaccinations in Brooklyn
As the monkeypox outbreak in the U.S. has now surpassed 5,000+ cases, New York City and Washington, D.C. health officials have decided to administer only one shot of the recommended two doses of the Jynneos vaccine to help give at least some protection to more folks in the highest risk groups. Continue reading “NYC & DC Go To Single Monkeypox Vaccine Doses + More”

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Rugby Star Toby Rudolf: “I’ve Kissed Many Gay Men, Straight Women, & Gay Women”

Toby Rudolf (via Instagram)
Cronulla Sharks forward Toby Rudolf spoke to the Sydney Morning Herald about the decision of seven Manly Sea Eagle rugby players to boycott a game this week after refusing to wear rainbow-themed Pride jerseys for the event. Rudolf, known for his big hair and bigger personality, shared that while he identifies as heterosexual, he believes “love is love, and I love to share it with everyone.” Continue reading “Rugby Star Toby Rudolf: “I’ve Kissed Many Gay Men, Straight Women, & Gay Women””

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Will Smith Apologizes To Chris Rock + More News

Will Smith has again apologized to Chris Rock for slapping him during the Oscar telecast in a new video
Will Smith (screen capture)
Some news items you might have missed: • AP News: Will Smith has again apologized to Chris Rock for slapping him during the Oscar telecast in a new video, saying that his behavior was “unacceptable” and that he had reached out to the comedian to discuss the incident but was told Rock wasn’t ready. Continue reading “Will Smith Apologizes To Chris Rock + More News”

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GDP, Monkeypox + More News

The World Health Organization is suggesting men who have sex with men limit the number of contacts they have due to monkeypox Some news items you might have missed: • Instinct Magazine: The World Health Organization recommends that men who have sex with other men (MSM) limit the number of their sexual partners as the monkeypox virus continues its spread. It’s important to note that sexual contact isn’t required to contract the virus which can also be spread from hugging, or touching clothing or bed linens. Continue reading “GDP, Monkeypox + More News”

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‘Uncoupled’ Could Be Gay ‘Sex And The City’ + More News

A scene from "Uncoupled" (Image via Netflix)
A scene from “Uncoupled” (Image via Netflix)
Some news items you might have missed: • Vanity Fair: The venerable magazine sees the upcoming Neil Patrick Harris series “Uncoupled” as a gay “Sex and the City.” Continue reading “‘Uncoupled’ Could Be Gay ‘Sex And The City’ + More News”

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Teen Claps Back At Matt Gaetz, Raises Over $300K

Rep. Matt Gaetz of Florida
Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) speaks to reporters (screen capture)
Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) took the time to troll a teenager on Twitter after she clapped back at his recent remarks wherein he claimed it’s always the “odious… 5’2 350-pound” women that “nobody wants to impregnate” who rally for abortion. Continue reading “Teen Claps Back At Matt Gaetz, Raises Over $300K”

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Biden Admin Offers Convicted Arms Trafficker For Griner, Whelan

WNBA All-Star Brittney Griner (photo: Lorie Shaull – CC License)
CNN reports the Biden administration is working to secure the release of two Americans held by Russia – Brittney Griner and Paul Whelan – in exchange for Viktor Bout, a convicted Russian arms trafficker. Continue reading “Biden Admin Offers Convicted Arms Trafficker For Griner, Whelan”