LGBTQ news and entertainment
A small public library, a group of large book publishers and two students have filed a lawsuit alleging Idaho’s law that requires libraries to keep some books (including LGBTQ-themed publications) in an “adults-only” section violates First Amendment rights of librarians and students. Continue reading “Lawsuit Filed Over Idaho Law That Restricts Youth Access To ‘Harmful’ Books”
Judge Deborah Boardman has indefinitely blocked Donald Trump’s executive order that sought to eliminate birthright citizenship ruling the order is in conflict with the 14th Amendment and “contradicts 125-year-old binding Supreme Court precedent.” Continue reading “Federal Judge Blocks Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Order Indefinitely”
Some memes that caught my eye… Continue reading “What I Meme To Say…”
In a press conference just now, Donald Trump announced “The U.S. will take over the Gaza Strip.” Continue reading “Trump: ‘The U.S. Will Take Over The Gaza Strip – We’ll Own It’”
Some news items you might have missed: • YouTube: Marvel Studios has released the first trailer for the upcoming The Fantastic Four: First Steps starring the oh-so-yummy Pedro Pascal. In theaters July 25. Continue reading “Pedro Pascal In ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Trailer + More News”
Oscar nominee Karla Sofía Gascón (Best Actress for her turn in Emilia Pérez) will not be coming to the U.S. for this week’s many awards activities following the massive controversy that has surrounded her in recent days. Continue reading “THR: ‘Emilia Pérez’ Star Is Being Removed From Oscar Campaign”
In a party line vote, the Senate Finance Committee voted to forward the nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to run the Department of Health and Human Services. Continue reading “Senate Committee Advances RFK’s HHS Nomination”
Just hours before Donald Trump’s 25% tariffs were set to go into effect on imports from Canada and Mexico, leaders from the two countries were able to talk the Donald off a ledge and pause the import taxes for at least 30 days. Continue reading “Mexico/Canada Tariffs Averted For 30 Days”
New York Attorney General Letitia James is warning hospitals in her state that complying with Donald Trump’s executive order that seeks to stop gender-affirming care to trans youth would violate state anti-discrimination laws. Continue reading “New York AG Warns Hospitals: Withholding Gender-Affirming Care Could Violate State Law”
Some news items you might have missed: • OUT: Here’s the list of the LGBTQ+ artists and allies who won at the 67th Grammy Awards last night including Lady Gaga, Chappell Roan and rapper Doechii. Continue reading “LGBTQ+ Winners At 2025 Grammy Awards + More News”