I’m always up for a new release from out singer/songwriter Calum Scott, and his new power pop anthem, “Lighthouse,” does not disappoint. Continue reading “New Music: Calum Scott ‘Lighthouse’”
New Music: Calum Scott ‘Lighthouse’
Shawn Barber, Gay Olympian/World Champ Pole Vaulter, Dead At 29
Shawn Barber, an out gay Olympian and world champion pole vaulter, has died at the age of 29. Continue reading “Shawn Barber, Gay Olympian/World Champ Pole Vaulter, Dead At 29”
Confused Trump: ‘Nikki Haley Was In Charge Of Jan. 6 Security’
At a campaign rally in New Hampshire Friday night, Donald Trump blamed former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley for failing to provide adequate security during the Jan. 6, 2021, attack at the U.S. Capitol Building. Haley, of course, was not in government at all at the time. She was working in the private sector. He clearly confused Haley with former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) even though he repeats Haley’s name over and over. Continue reading “Confused Trump: ‘Nikki Haley Was In Charge Of Jan. 6 Security’”
‘Jacob Elordi’s Bathwater’ Candle + More News
Some news items you might have missed: • OUT: If you’ve seen the current psychological thriller Saltburn (starring Jacob Elordi), you know about a certain scene in a bathtub. Elordi dropped by The Tonight Show this week and was invited to smell a scented candle inspired by that infamous scene. He’s a good sport… Continue reading “‘Jacob Elordi’s Bathwater’ Candle + More News”
S&P 500 Reaches New All-Time High
The S&P 500 closed at a new all-time high today, confirming that Wall Street is in a full-on bull market. Continue reading “S&P 500 Reaches New All-Time High”
OUTtv: New Comedy Series ‘Open To It’
The new comedy series Open To It, follows a loving gay couple as they experiment with becoming a hot gay throuple. As the creators point out, “threesomes and polyamory come with more complications than extra limbs.” Continue reading “OUTtv: New Comedy Series ‘Open To It’”
Hungary Refuses To Change Anti-LGBTQ Policies + More News
Some news items you might have missed: • AP News: Hungary’s government will not change policies the European Union believes infringe on LGBTQ+ rights and those of asylum seekers, even if doing so would unfreeze billions in funding the bloc has withheld from Budapest. Continue reading “Hungary Refuses To Change Anti-LGBTQ Policies + More News”
Congress Passes Temporary Spending Bill To Avoid Govt Shutdown
Congress has approved a temporary spending bill that will stave off a partial government shutdown (through the beginning of March) just one day before a crucial deadline. The House just passed the measure by a vote of 314-108. President Biden is expected to sign it before the midnight deadline on Friday. Continue reading “Congress Passes Temporary Spending Bill To Avoid Govt Shutdown”
Trump Rant: Presidents Must Have ‘Full Immunity’ Even For Events That ‘Cross The Line’
In a wild, all-caps rant on his Truth Social account, Donald Trump declared that presidents must have “full immunity” for their actions, even for events that “cross the line.” Continue reading “Trump Rant: Presidents Must Have ‘Full Immunity’ Even For Events That ‘Cross The Line’”
Florida Eyes Banning Pride Flags + More News
Some news items you might have missed: • Axios: Florida House Republicans introduced new legislation Wednesday that would restrict certain flags in government buildings and schools, bringing the state one step closer to banning emblems like the LGBTQ+ pride flag. Continue reading “Florida Eyes Banning Pride Flags + More News”