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Poll: California Governor’s Race Shakes Up After Swalwell Exit

Results of recent Emerson poll tracking the California governors race

A new poll shows a major shift in the California governor’s race after former Rep. Eric Swalwell, who was once a frontrunner, dropped out of the election following several allegations of sexual misconduct.

Emerson College conducted the poll right after Swalwell exited the race and Donald Trump endorsed Republicans billionaire Steve Hilton.

According to the new numbers, Xavier Becerra, the former California state attorney general and Health and Human Services Secretary under President Biden, is surging with a seven-point jump since March. Continue reading “Poll: California Governor’s Race Shakes Up After Swalwell Exit”

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Kash Patel Threatens To Sue Over Excessive Drinking Report + More

FBI Director Kash Patel

Some news stories I thought worth your time:

• The Atlantic: FBI Director Kash Patel (above) has threatened to sue The Atlantic over what he calls a ‘false’ bombshell report detailing claims of ‘excessive drinking’ and other concerning conduct.

According to the report, Patel is known to drink to the point of obvious intoxication at clubs in Washington and his home city of Las Vegas, violating FBI conduct standards. Much more at the link. Continue reading “Kash Patel Threatens To Sue Over Excessive Drinking Report + More”

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Comedian Matteo Lane’s Obsession + TIME’s ‘100 Most Influential’ + More

Some news stories for you as we head into the weekend:

• Rage Monthly: Out comedian Matteo Lane talks about the work, rhythm, and obsession that makes his comedy look effortless.

• LGBTQ Nation: Time announced its list of the 100 Most Influential People for 2026. At least six members of the LGBTQ+ community are featured including Tony Award winners Jonathan Groff and Alan Cumming, as well as legal director of the National Center for LGBTQ Rights, Shannon Minter. Continue reading “Comedian Matteo Lane’s Obsession + TIME’s ‘100 Most Influential’ + More”

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AP: ‘Sterling Credentials Were Not Required’ In ICE Hiring Spree

Photo of an ICE agent in airport (via Depositphotos)

The Associated Press took a look at more than 40 ICE officers who were recently hired during an unprecedented recruitment spree after the agency scored a $75 billion boost from Congress.

As the AP notes, “sterling credentials were not required.” Continue reading “AP: ‘Sterling Credentials Were Not Required’ In ICE Hiring Spree”

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New Music: DJ Bill Bennett ‘DILF Act 2’

DJ Bill Bennett drops "DILF Act 2" - the second installment in his deeply personal sonic trilogy

Acclaimed recording artist/producer DJ Bill Bennett drops “DILF Act 2,” the second installment of his deeply personal sonic trilogy.

“DILF Act 2” immediately soared to #1 on the US iTunes dance chart, and has hit #1 on the iTunes charts in three countries so far.

“DILF Act 1” debuted on the US iTunes chart and held the #1 position for 5 consecutive weeks, before going on to hit #1 in 7 countries.

The DILF Project is a trilogy — written and conceived as a full musical — chronicling the life of a gay man from his 30s through his 50s. Continue reading “New Music: DJ Bill Bennett ‘DILF Act 2’”

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Philz Coffee Restores Pride Flags To Cafes Following Backlash

Philz Coffee logo

California-based Philz Coffee has reversed a controversial plan to remove Pride flags from its cafés, issuing a public apology after days of backlash from customers, employees, and LGBTQ+ advocates.

In his public statement, CEO Mahesh Sadarangani reaffirmed his company’s LGBTQ+ allyship after following extensive dialogue with employees and San Francisco Pride. Continue reading “Philz Coffee Restores Pride Flags To Cafes Following Backlash”

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50th Anniversary Reunion Of ‘Charlie’s Angels’ + More News

Kate Jackson, Jaclyn Smith and Cheryl Ladd reunite for 50th anniversary of Charlie's Angels

Some news items I thought worth your time:

• Gr8erDays: Matt Rettenmund shares his ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ experience attending the 50th anniversary reunion of the cast of the 1970s hit TV series Charlie’s Angels at PaleyFest (above) including Kate Jackson, Jaclyn Smith and Cheryl Ladd. I was a huuuuuuge fan of the show back in the day 🙂 Continue reading “50th Anniversary Reunion Of ‘Charlie’s Angels’ + More News”

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Hudson Williams Works It Out For Peloton + More News

Hudson Williams in the new ad spot from Peloton

Some news items I thought worth your time as we head over Hump Day:

• Instinct Magazine: Set to David Bowie’s iconic track “Fame,” the new Peloton ad featuring Heated Rivalry’s Hudson Williams pulses with a retro-meets-modern energy: confident, cheeky, and just self-aware enough to keep it fun. Continue reading “Hudson Williams Works It Out For Peloton + More News”

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‘Looksmaxxing’ Influencer Clavicular Hospitalized For Overdose

It’s been quite the week for controversial “looksmaxxing” influencer Clavicular.

The 20-year-old (real name Braden Peters) has developed a following on social media for his controversial content surrounding “looksmaxxing,” improving one’s appearance through extreme fitness and grooming techniques.

Peters has been known to engage in “bone smashing,” or using a hammer to intentionally break facial bones so they grow back looking “better.” He also admits to starting testosterone shots at the age of 14 (!!!).

On Sunday night, 60 Minutes Australia aired a disastrous segment with Peters where he ended the interview by abruptly walking out on the Aussie journalist.

Then last night, he apparently had a suspected overdose and was hospitalized, a rep for the 20-year-old influencer said in a statement. Check out part of the livestream video below. Continue reading “‘Looksmaxxing’ Influencer Clavicular Hospitalized For Overdose”