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Kim Petras Makes Grammy History + More News

Kim Petras and Sam Smith win at the 2023 Grammy Awards (screen capture)
Some news items you might have missed: • Variety: Pop star Kim Petras made Grammy history last night winning in the category of Best Pop Duo/Group Performance alongside Sam Smith for their #1 hit “Unholy,” which Kim also co-wrote. Sam graciously turned the mic over to Kim as she became the first openly transgender solo artist to win in the category. Continue reading “Kim Petras Makes Grammy History + More News”

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Melody Sweets Is A Sassy Martha Stewart In A Naughty Pee-Wee’s Playhouse

Melody Sweets, easily one of my favorite Las Vegas performers, is no stranger to the “big reveal”—and on February 14, you’re invited to witness her biggest one yet: the world premiere of her new web series, Sweets’ Spot.
Melody Sweets (promo photo)
Melody Sweets, easily one of my favorite Las Vegas performers, is no stranger to the “big reveal”—and on February 14, you’re invited to witness her biggest one yet: the world premiere of her new web series, Sweets’ Spot. Continue reading “Melody Sweets Is A Sassy Martha Stewart In A Naughty Pee-Wee’s Playhouse”

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NY Times Takes Deeper Dive Into George Santos’ Animal Rescue

The New York Times takes a deeper dive into Rep. George Santos (R-NY) and his alleged animal charity group.
Rep. George Santos (screen capture)
A few weeks ago, I shared the story of a disabled veteran and his beloved dog Sapphire. who turned to truth-challenged Rep. George Santos (R-NY) and his animal rescue group in 2016 when Richard Osthoff’s dog needed medical treatment. Santos set up a GoFundMe campaign, which was a success, but Santos never gave the donated funds to Osthoff. Sapphire never received the treatment she needed, and sadly, passed away a few months later. The New York Times has now taken a deeper dive into Santos’ so-called animal rescue group, Friends of Pets United, and found other folks who say they were also deceived by Santos. Continue reading “NY Times Takes Deeper Dive Into George Santos’ Animal Rescue”

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NY Fire Dept Cancels Beefcake Calendar + More News

Some news items you might have missed: • New York Daily News: After 20 years, the New York City Fire Department has called an end to its famous “Calendar of Heroes” beefcake calendar. First published in 2003, the $16 calendar generated between $150,000 to $250,000 a year for the FDNY Foundation. Continue reading “NY Fire Dept Cancels Beefcake Calendar + More News”

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George Santos Doubles Down On $700K Campaign ‘Loan’ And Mother’s 9/11 Death

Rep. George Santos (screen capture)
In a new interview, serial liar Rep. George Santos (R-NY) doubled down on claims that his mother died due to 9/11, dismissed immigration records indicating that she was in Brazil when the attack occurred, and insisted he personally loaned his campaign $700,000. Continue reading “George Santos Doubles Down On $700K Campaign ‘Loan’ And Mother’s 9/11 Death”