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Halloween Costume Round-Up + Gay Couple Sues Lufthansa Airlines + More

Lufthansa Airlines (via Depositphotos)

Some news stories to start your week:

• LGBTQ Nation: Lufthansa Airlines will face a lawsuit brought by a gay couple that has accused an employee of outing them to the government of Saudi Arabia, where homosexuality is outlawed.

A staffer for Lufthansa at Riyadh’s airport allegedly harassed the couple over their relationship status, refusing to believe they were married and loudly demeaning them.

About a month later, one of the couple discovered that his marital status on his Saudi government profile was changed from “single” to “married.” Continue reading “Halloween Costume Round-Up + Gay Couple Sues Lufthansa Airlines + More”

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Halloween Viewing: GLAMPING Featuring David Hernandez

New psychological thriller "Glamping" on Tubi

What to watch this Halloween? In the new dark psychological thriller Glamping, an influencer’s weekend cabin getaway gets disrupted by the arrival of a creepy masked stalker—who’s played by out American Idol alum (and TRR favorite) David Hernandez! Continue reading “Halloween Viewing: GLAMPING Featuring David Hernandez”

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This City Could Be 1st In US To Reverse LGBTQ Protections + More News

'Welcome to Texas' sign

Some news items I thought worth your time:

• The Advocate: This city in Texas could become the first in the nation to reverse its anti-discrimination protections for LGBTQ+ people. #ThanksTrump

• OUT: Niecy Nash-Betts was told coming out could end her career. Then, she won an Emmy. In a new feature, the OUT100 Icon of the Year opens up about the importance of being in a Black queer relationship and visibility. Continue reading “This City Could Be 1st In US To Reverse LGBTQ Protections + More News”

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U.S. To Cut Uganda From Economic Program + More News

Some news items you might have missed: • Washington Blade: The Biden administration will soon remove Uganda from a program that allows African countries to trade duty-free with the U.S. after Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni (above) signed extreme anti-homosexuality legislation into law. Continue reading “U.S. To Cut Uganda From Economic Program + More News”

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Brian Sims Put A Ring On It + More News

Brian Sims and Alex Drakos (via Instagram)

Some news items you might have missed: • Instagram: Congratulations to civil rights activist Brian Sims, who’s now engaged to his beau, Alex Drakos, after popping the question on a beach in Hong Kong. In 2012, Sims became the first out gay lawmaker in Pennsylvania’s General Assembly. Continue reading “Brian Sims Put A Ring On It + More News”

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InstaHunk Round-Up: Pride, Pups & Pumpkin Spirit

Lyle Anthony (via Instagram)

I’m rounding up some of my favorite InstaHunks this week, starting with Kevin Davis making new friends at the dog shelter. https://www.instagram.com/p/CyylcFHuugs/   Kevin Carnell dressed for the weather: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cy9Nw3KJv05/   Felipe paused for a pic in Rio de Janeiro: https://www.instagram.com/p/CyyjW3JR6l2/ And then, of course, folks were getting in the Halloween spirit like Matthew Camp working on his ‘Snow White’ tan in the pumpkin patch: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cy_NgLzroIA/ Mike gave you warm and fuzzy Blue Care Bear: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cy9cHnaOxrI/?e=253aa181-db2d-40c4-a486-e466b607836d&g=5 Tom Goss covered “Sports Ball Magazine” for his new 2024 calendar: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cy9VugnpOT2/ Firefighter Logan went with ‘ghost face:’ https://www.instagram.com/p/Cy7MsazLpWY/   LA Lumberjock’s “Bad Bunny” was taking requests: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cy_YfyPx-Ge/ And finally, queer poet Leo Herrera sends happy Halloween wishes: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cy6h-grOWXP/

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‘Hot Ways To Die’ – Spooky Shorts For Your Halloween Holiday

L-R Ty Chen, Smiling, Alex Honorato
L-R Ty Chen, Smiling, Alex Honorato (promo photos)
“What happens when you mix a queer director and horror movies? João Dall’Stella’s collection of new Halloween shorts for your spooky holiday, Hot Ways To Die, was born of his passion for challenging the norms of your true desires. The Hot Ways To Die collection of shorts features seven moving images that include a silky nightmare, a deadly glory hole, and even a cheeky nod to what happens inside every gym steam room. Continue reading “‘Hot Ways To Die’ – Spooky Shorts For Your Halloween Holiday”

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Possible Cause Of Leslie Jordan Car Crash + More News

Sources say actor Leslie Jordan (who died in a car crash on Monday) had experienced shortness of breath for the past three weeks and had an upcoming appointment with a cardiologist. Law enforcement sources now believe Jordan had a heart attack before the accident.
Leslie Jordan
Some news items you might have missed: • ExtraTV: Sources say Emmy Award winner Leslie Jordan (who died in a car crash on Monday) had experienced shortness of breath for the past three weeks and had an upcoming appointment with a cardiologist. Law enforcement sources now believe Jordan had a heart attack before the accident. Continue reading “Possible Cause Of Leslie Jordan Car Crash + More News”