Politics, pop culture and entertainment news of interest to the LGBTQ community
Freddy Mercury during a concert in the Groenoordhallen in Leiden in the Netherlands (photo: Buurserstraat38/Depositphotos)Some news items you might have missed:
• New York Times: The piano on which Freddy Mercury composed the iconic “Bohemian Rhapsody” for his band Queen sold for $2.2 million at auction in six minutes – about the length of time it takes to sing the song. Continue reading “Freddy Mercury’s Piano Sold For $2.2 Million + More News”
Some news items you might have missed:
• The Advocate: A federal judge Friday granted a temporary restraining order preventing enforcement of Tennessee’s anti-drag law against a Pride festival taking place in Blount County Saturday. Continue reading “Judge Blocks Tennessee Anti-Drag Law + More News”
Madonna (via Instagram)Some news items you might have missed:
• Page Six: Madonna, the Queen of Pop, turns 65 today. Happy birthday, Madge! Continue reading “Madonna Turns 65 + Another George Santos Scandal + More News”
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (photo: Flickr/Shawn – CC license)Some news items you might have missed:
• The Advocate: John Casey takes a look at how Robert F. Kennedy Jr. – who has said poppers cause AIDS, denounced the COVID vaccines, declared contaminated water turns kids trans, and is now a candidate for the Democratic presidential nomination – is impacting his family’s storied political legacy. Continue reading “RFK Jr. On AIDS, Poppers & Vaccines + More News”
Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo (R) (image via official Twitter)Here in my state of Nevada, Gov. Joe Lombardo (R) has become one of the first Republican governors to secure abortion rights for out-of-state patients and protections for in-state providers. Continue reading “Nevada GOP Gov. Approves Bill Providing Abortion Access”
(image via Depositphotos)Some news stories you might have missed:
• AP News: The Human Rights Campaign joined the NAACP, the League of United Latin American Citizens, the Florida Immigrant Coalition and Equality Florida in issuing travel warnings for Florida due to newly-passed laws and policies. Continue reading “News: Kari Lake Loses (Again), Another Florida Travel Warning + More”
Rep. George Santos (screen capture)Some news items you might have missed:
• CBS News: House Republicans blocked a resolution that would expel truth-challenged Rep. George Santos (NY-R) from Congress, instead voting to refer the matter to an ethics committee as several investigations into his conduct continue. Continue reading “News: House GOP Protects George Santos From Expulsion + More”
Some news stories you might have missed:
• AP News: Aimenn Penny, 20, admitted to investigators he tried to burn down the Community Church of Chesterland on March 25 in an attempt to stop a scheduled charity drag event. He also said he regretted his arson attempt didn’t work. Continue reading “News: Suspect Admits Arson Attempt To Stop Drag Show + More”
Patti LuPone (screen capture)Some news stories you might have missed:
• Greg In Hollywood: Celebrating the 74th birthday of 3-time Tony Award winner Patti LuPone today. Not only is it Miss Patti’s b-day but her latest movie, Beau Is Afraid starring Joaquin Phoenix as her son, opens in theaters today. Continue reading “Patti LuPone’s Birthday + Daniel Craig’s New Gay Role + More News”
Carl Nassib and Søren Dahl (via Instagram)Some news stories you might have missed:
• OUT: Carl Nassib, the first (and only) out player in the NFL, turned 30 on Wednesday and celebrated with his boyfriend, 29-year-old Olympic swimmer Søren Dahl. Continue reading “News: Carl Nassib Celebrates 30 + ‘Puppy Master’ Sentenced To Prison + More”