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Nichelle Nichols, Star Trek Star & Hollywood Trailblazer, Dies At 89

Star Trek star Nichelle Nichols (photo: screen capture/Gage Skidmore – CC License)
Nichelle Nichols, the trailblazing icon for Black women in Hollywood who starred in the 1960s sci-fi series Star Trek as communications officer Lt. Uhura, has died at the age of 89. Continue reading “Nichelle Nichols, Star Trek Star & Hollywood Trailblazer, Dies At 89”

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Florida Continues Attacks On LGBTQs + More News

Florida advised school districts to ignore protections for LGBTQ students that President Joe Biden's administration is trying to implement, saying the anti-discrimination language is not binding law. Some news items you might have missed: • Edge Media: Florida advised school districts to ignore protections for LGBTQ students that President Joe Biden’s administration is trying to implement, saying the anti-discrimination language is not binding law. Continue reading “Florida Continues Attacks On LGBTQs + More News”

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NYC & DC Go To Single Monkeypox Vaccine Doses + More

New York City and Washington, D.C. health officials have decided to administer only one shot of the recommended two doses of the Jynneos vaccine to help give at least some protection to more folks in the highest risk groups.
100s lined up for monkeypox vaccinations in Brooklyn
As the monkeypox outbreak in the U.S. has now surpassed 5,000+ cases, New York City and Washington, D.C. health officials have decided to administer only one shot of the recommended two doses of the Jynneos vaccine to help give at least some protection to more folks in the highest risk groups. Continue reading “NYC & DC Go To Single Monkeypox Vaccine Doses + More”

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Rugby Star Toby Rudolf: “I’ve Kissed Many Gay Men, Straight Women, & Gay Women”

Toby Rudolf (via Instagram)
Cronulla Sharks forward Toby Rudolf spoke to the Sydney Morning Herald about the decision of seven Manly Sea Eagle rugby players to boycott a game this week after refusing to wear rainbow-themed Pride jerseys for the event. Rudolf, known for his big hair and bigger personality, shared that while he identifies as heterosexual, he believes “love is love, and I love to share it with everyone.” Continue reading “Rugby Star Toby Rudolf: “I’ve Kissed Many Gay Men, Straight Women, & Gay Women””

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Will Smith Apologizes To Chris Rock + More News

Will Smith has again apologized to Chris Rock for slapping him during the Oscar telecast in a new video
Will Smith (screen capture)
Some news items you might have missed: • AP News: Will Smith has again apologized to Chris Rock for slapping him during the Oscar telecast in a new video, saying that his behavior was “unacceptable” and that he had reached out to the comedian to discuss the incident but was told Rock wasn’t ready. Continue reading “Will Smith Apologizes To Chris Rock + More News”

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GDP, Monkeypox + More News

The World Health Organization is suggesting men who have sex with men limit the number of contacts they have due to monkeypox Some news items you might have missed: • Instinct Magazine: The World Health Organization recommends that men who have sex with other men (MSM) limit the number of their sexual partners as the monkeypox virus continues its spread. It’s important to note that sexual contact isn’t required to contract the virus which can also be spread from hugging, or touching clothing or bed linens. Continue reading “GDP, Monkeypox + More News”