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Brittney Griner Found Guilty, Sentenced To 9 Years

Brittney Griner found guilty in Russia, sentenced to 9 years in penal colony
WNBA All-Star Brittney Griner (photo: Lorie Shaull – CC License)
WNBA star Brittney Griner has been found guilty of attempting to smuggle illegal narcotics into Russia. As a result, she’s been sentenced to 9 years in a penal colony, near the maximum penalty. Continue reading “Brittney Griner Found Guilty, Sentenced To 9 Years”

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Biden Admin Offers Convicted Arms Trafficker For Griner, Whelan

WNBA All-Star Brittney Griner (photo: Lorie Shaull – CC License)
CNN reports the Biden administration is working to secure the release of two Americans held by Russia – Brittney Griner and Paul Whelan – in exchange for Viktor Bout, a convicted Russian arms trafficker. Continue reading “Biden Admin Offers Convicted Arms Trafficker For Griner, Whelan”

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News Round-Up: July 7, 2022

A scene from Gladiators (screen cap)
Some news items you might have missed: • History Channel: The upcoming limited docuseries Colosseum, an eight-part look at gladiators, calls the ancient reality competitors “the heavyweight champions of the Roman empire.” And there’s eye-candy for days #NotForNothing Continue reading “News Round-Up: July 7, 2022”

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President And VP Speak To Brittney Griner’s Wife

President Joe Biden, Brittney and Cherelle Griner (via White House/Adam Schultz)
President Biden, joined by Vice President Harris, spoke today with Cherelle Griner, the wife of WNBA star Brittney Griner who is being wrongfully detained in Russia due to allegations of illegal drugs. Continue reading “President And VP Speak To Brittney Griner’s Wife”

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Oscar The ‘Gay’ Dog Is Doing Really Well + More News

Dog dumped for being gay Some news items you might have missed: • Spectrum News 1: The so-called ‘gay dog’ who was surrendered because his owner thought he was gay for humping another dog, is “doing really well” in his new home with his new gay family. Continue reading “Oscar The ‘Gay’ Dog Is Doing Really Well + More News”

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Colton Underwood On 2nd Season Of ‘Coming Out Colton’ + More News

Colton Underwood says he doesn't think a second season of his "Coming Out Colton" reality series would be a good idea.
Colton Underwood (image via Instagram)
Some news items you might have missed: • US Weekly: While promoting his appearance on CBS’ Beyond The Edge reality competition, Colton Underwood shared he doesn’t think a second season of his Coming Out Colton series would be a good idea. Continue reading “Colton Underwood On 2nd Season Of ‘Coming Out Colton’ + More News”

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WNBA Star Brittney Griner Held In Russia On Alleged ‘Drug Charges’

Brittney Griner held in Russia on alleged drug charges
WNBA All-Star Brittney Griner (photo: Lorie Shaull – CC License)
Phoenix Mercury center and 7-time WNBA All-Star Brittney Griner has reportedly been held in Russia accused of ‘drug charges’ for weeks. Continue reading “WNBA Star Brittney Griner Held In Russia On Alleged ‘Drug Charges’”

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Nike unveils Gay Pride sneaker – the #BeTrue Free Run 5.0

Nike goes a step further in it’s support for the LGBT community. Presenting the Gay Pride Sneaker – the #BeTrue Free Run 5.0 – inspired by and supporting the LGBT community, released in time for gay pride season.

From the Advocate:

Profits of #BeTrue sales will go to the LGBT Sports Coalition, which has set the goal to end the practice of anti-LGBT discrimination in sport by 2016.

The sneaker promises a glove-like fit, with a barefoot running feel.

In addition to the shoe, the collection includes sandals, graphic t’s and tanks, and an iPhone 5 case.

Check out the entire #BeTrue Collection by clicking here.

Nike is the sponsor of the second annual LGBT Sports Summit next week in Portland, Ore., which brings together leaders from across the LGBT sports movement to figure out how we can all work together toward common goals.

Nike, in addition to its 15-year relationship with LGBT organizations and supporting equality in sport, sponsors top WNBA draft pick and out athlete Brittney Griner and out NBA veteran Jason Collins.

Nike releases the #BeTrue Free Run 5.0 inspired by the LGBT community and Gay Pride