LGBTQ news and entertainment
Some news stories for you as we head over Hump Day:
• Gayety: The final installment of the fantastic gay coming-of-age series, Heartstopper, will premiere on Netflix on July 17, 2026. Heartstopper Forever will bring a close to Nick Nelson and Charlie Spring’s journey.
• OUT: Resurfaced photos of hunky Zane Phillips (currently featured in HBO’s The Comeback) show his hot twink to twunk transformation. Continue reading “‘Heartstopper Forever’ Sets Release Date + Zane Phillips + More”
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has approved legislation to eliminate local diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs. The new law bans local governments from funding or supporting Pride events. Continue reading “Florida Bans Local Governments From Supporting Pride Events”
Federal Communications Commission Chair Brendan Carr is paving the way for the possibility of placing warning labels on TV shows that feature transgender topics. Continue reading “FCC Chair Considering Warning Labels On TV Shows With Trans People”
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, the acting head of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, has blocked the publication of a study that found that the COVID-19 vaccine sharply cut the odds of hospitalizations and emergency visits last winter. Continue reading “CDC Cancels Publication Of Study Showing Benefits Of COVID Vaccine”
Some news stories you might have missed:
• Washington Post: Virginia voters have approved a referendum to draw new congressional districts that could add as many as four Democratic seats to the House of Representatives, awarding Democrats an advantage in the national redistricting war begun by Republicans. Continue reading “Virginia Approves Congressional Redistricting + Mark Ballas On Bway + More”
Some music trivia for you — 51 years ago today, Olivia Newton-John’s country/pop album Have You Never Been Mellow was in the middle of a major run at #1 on Billboard’s Top 200 chart.
At that point, just 154 days had passed since she had previously topped that chart with her massive cross-over album, If You Love Me, Let Me Know. Continue reading “Tuesday Trivia: Olivia Newton-John’s Double Run At #1”
Vice President JD Vance was scheduled to head to Pakistan to lead a second round of peace talks with Iran, but is apparently delayed for “additional policy meetings” at the White House. Continue reading “Team Trump Delays Vance’s Departure For Iran Peace Talks”
Happy Monday! Some news stories for your perusal:
• Gayety: The upcoming Heartstopper Forever, the film finale set to wrap Nick and Charlie’s story, will move forward without Academy Award winner Olivia Colman, who played Nick’s mother in the first two seasons. Anna Maxwell Martin will step into the role for the film.
• The Advocate: Apple has announced that Tim Cook, one of the most powerful gay men in business, will step down as CEO later this year. Continue reading “‘Heartstopper’ Casting News + Tim Cook Steps Down + More”
Another one bites the dust – The White House has announced Donald Trump’s Labor Secretary, Lori Chavez-DeRemer, has resigned amid an ongoing investigation into inappropriate behavior with staff and drinking on the job.
This marks the third ousting from Trump’s Cabinet in less than two months. Continue reading “Another One Bites The Dust: Trump’s Labor Secretary Resigns”
FBI Director Kash Patel has filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic following its recent article citing many sources inside the FBI who say they are concerned about Patel’s alleged “excessive drinking” and absences.
The article (by Sarah Fitzpatrick) details how Patel is allegedly “often away or unreachable” during work hours, causing chaos among staff and possibly affecting the efficiency of the bureau. Continue reading “Kash Patel Sues Over Article Claiming Excessive Drinking”