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News Round-Up: October 27, 2021

A new ad for Doritos Mexico features a grandfather coming back to share he's found a same-sex partner in the afterlife.

Some news items you might have missed: • The Advocate: A new ad (top image) for Doritos Mexico released in time for Día de Los Muertos — the Day of the Dead – features a late uncle turning up with an unexpected guest, a same-sex partner. The Day of the Dead is a Mexican and Latin American holiday observed November 1-2 that celebrates the memories of deceased loved ones. Continue reading “News Round-Up: October 27, 2021”

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News Round-Up: September 17, 2016

Prince Harry

Some news stories you may have missed:

• Woofy Prince Harry is continuing his mother’s work on behalf of those affected by HIV/AIDS.

• Did you know gay couples out-earn straight couples by more than $60K?

• Donald Trump’s much ballyhooed family leave plans won’t include gay same-sec couples who adopt.

• Did you hear the one about a douche math teacher who came up with a homophobic math question?

• North Carolina’s Gov. Pat McCrory shows his nerves as he attempts to negotiate the repeal of anti-LGBT law, HB2 – but only if the city of Charlotte will first repeal their LBGT protections ordinance. #FatChance

• First look at the upcoming film, Tom of Finland, documenting the life and work of Finnish artist Touko Laaksonen, best known for works depicting hyper-masculine archetypes such as lumberjacks, motorcycle policemen, sailors, bikers, and leathermen.