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Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) told “Meet The Press” host Kristen Welker it’s not the job of the U.S. or Donald Trump to pick Iran’s next leader and that the U.S. should not put boots on the ground after Iran’s supreme leader was killed in joint U.S.-Israeli strikes. Continue reading “Graham: Trump Isn’t Responsible For What Happens In Iran After Killing Its Leader”
Donald Trump has announced the U.S./Israeli attacks on Iran have resulted in killing Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the nation’s leader for nearly 37 years.
The news of his death could have massive implications not only for Iran but for the entire Middle East. Continue reading “Trump Says Ayatollah Khamenei Killed In Iran Strikes”
Happy Monday! Some news stories for you as we begin the new week:
• Gayety: While the second season of the hit series “Heated Rivalry” is officially in development, Crave executives have confirmed that a standalone episode set between seasons is being actively discussed. Squeeeeee!!!
• The Advocate: Two gay Iranian men who fled their home country after being arrested for “homosexual conduct” and facing possible execution are at risk of being deported by the U.S. as early as Sunday. Iran has some of the harshest penalties in the world regarding homosexuality. Continue reading “Possible Bonus Episode Of ‘Heated Rivalry’ Before Season 2 + More News”
Some news stories for you as we head into the weekend:
• The Fight: Fresh off his recent cover feature for Playgirl, Britney Spears’ ex, Sam Asghari (above), is using his heightened profile to bring mainstream attention to a poignant new short film titled Freedom of the Fly, which centers on the life of a gay Muslim man. Continue reading “Sam Asghari Promotes Gay-Themed Short Film + More News”
Some news items as we hippity-hop over Hump Day:
• The Advocate: Seattle PrideFest has encouraged folks attending the June 26 World Cup match to bring rainbow flags to celebrate Pride Month. But leaders in each nation’s football federations publicly rebuked the idea, saying such events clashed with their cultural and religious values.
The nations involved in the first-ever World Cup Pride Match — Egypt and Iran — are asking FIFA to cancel it, calling it “culturally and religiously contrary” to their values. Both countries have criminalized same-sex sexual relations.
• JoeMyGod: One Million Moms is really concernstipated over a new ad from Kohls Department Store that playfully insinuates using the “elf-word.” #srsly Continue reading “Egypt And Iran Want Out Of World Cup Pride Match + More News”
Happy Monday! Some news items to start your week:
• Gayety: The NFL reaffirmed their support for LGBTQ youth and mental health with a $100,000 donation to The Trevor Project this past Saturday, National Coming Out Day.
• Kenneth-in-the-212: For tennis fans – Valentin Vacherot and Coco Gauff won big China, plus all the ATP beef that’s fit to post. Continue reading “NFL Donates $100K To The Trevor Project + More News”
Some news items I thought worth your time:
• Boy Culture: June Lockhart, one of the greatest TV moms ever (“Lassie,” “Lost in Space”) turns 100 today. Click below to watch the longtime LGBTQ ally call out talk show host Virginia Graham (in 1970!) for homophobic remarks. Continue reading “Iconic TV Mom/LGBTQ Ally June Lockhart Turns 100 + More News”
Donald Trump’s bestie, Russian President Vladimir Putin, met with Iran’s foreign minister today in Moscow as he criticized Trump’s bombing of Iranian nuclear sites as “unprovoked.” Continue reading “Putin Calls Trump’s Bombing Of Iran ‘Unprovoked’”
While the majority of Republicans in Congress (and some pro-Israel Democrats) support Donald Trump’s bombing of Iran’s nuclear facilities, there is bipartisan opposition to Trump’s decision to strike Iran. Continue reading “Trump Catches Bipartisan Pushback On Iran Strikes”
Some news items I thought worth your time:
• The Advocate: Same-sex weddings have boosted state and local economies by $6 billion since marriage equality became the law of the land ten years ago. Continue reading “Same-Sex Weddings Add $6 Billion To Economy + More News”