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Affordable Housing in NYC + PornHub Sues Texas + More News

(image via HousingConnect)
Some news items I found interesting: • Patch: If you thought housing was expensive where you are, check out Harlem’s newest “affordable housing” – a new high-rise building accepting applications for studio apartments renting for $2,300 a month. Continue reading “Affordable Housing in NYC + PornHub Sues Texas + More News”

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New Book On New York City LGBTQ Club Culture ‘GETTING IN’

David Kennerley, a journalist specializing in LGBTQ culture, has curated a handsome, coffee-table style book – GETTING IN – showcasing 230 flyers from NYC queer clubs from the 1990s, with commentary from nightlife luminaries of the era such as Michael Musto, Lady Bunny, and more. Continue reading “New Book On New York City LGBTQ Club Culture ‘GETTING IN’”

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Vegas Hunks Star In HGTV Renovation Show + More News

HGTV is set to debut the new home renovation series "Flip The Strip" on July 10 starring  four hunky stars of the Las Vegas stage show Australia’s Thunder from Down Under.
The men of “Flip The Strip” (photo: HGTV)
Some news stories you might have missed: • Instinct Magazine: HGTV is set to debut the new home renovation series “Flip The Strip” on July 10 starring  four hunky stars of the Las Vegas stage show Australia’s Thunder from Down Under. Continue reading “Vegas Hunks Star In HGTV Renovation Show + More News”

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News: Gio Benitez Named ‘GMA Weekends’ Co-Anchor + More

ABC News has announced out correspondent Gio Benitez will become a permanent co-anchor of GMA Weekends.
Gio Benitez (image via Instagram)
Some news items you might have missed: • The Advocate: ABC News has announced out correspondent Gio Benitez will become a permanent co-anchor of GMA Weekends. For young gay people of color everywhere, Benitez’s elevation to co-anchor of a network morning show is inspiring for the representation. Continue reading “News: Gio Benitez Named ‘GMA Weekends’ Co-Anchor + More”

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Three Charged In Drug-Related Robberies, Murders Initiated At NYC Gay Bars

Police have arrested and charged three men with robbery and murder in connection with a series of attacks which began at Manhattan gay bars and resulted in the deaths of two men.
(photo by Maurício Mascaro via Pexels)
Police have arrested and charged three men with robbery and murder in connection with a series of attacks which began at Manhattan gay bars and resulted in the deaths of two men. Continue reading “Three Charged In Drug-Related Robberies, Murders Initiated At NYC Gay Bars”

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Proud Boys Walk Away Bloody After Protesting NYC Drag Queen Story Hour

 

A Drag Queen Story Hour hosted by New York Attorney General Letitia James drew protests from Proud Boys and as well as counterprotests from supporters of the event.
Bloodied Proud Boy leaves failed protest in NYC (screen capture)
A Drag Queen Story Hour hosted by New York Attorney General Letitia James drew about 40 protesters including Proud Boys and as well as over 100 supporters of the event. Continue reading “Proud Boys Walk Away Bloody After Protesting NYC Drag Queen Story Hour”