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Senate Passes Russia Sanctions Bill By Vote Of 86-11

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By a vote of 86-11, the U.S. Senate has passed a Russia sanctions bill designed to stifle the Russian economy and bring an end to a war that started in 2022 when Vladimir Putin launched an invasion of Ukraine that has since cost thousands of civilian lives.

The bipartisan legislation, championed by the late Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC), would penalize countries that continue to buy Russian oil, gas and other exports seeking to deprive Putin of revenues fueling the war. The bill also extends sanctions against Iran. Continue reading “Senate Passes Russia Sanctions Bill By Vote Of 86-11”

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‘Blue Film’ Pushing Boundaries + Broadway’s New ‘Rum Tum Tugger’ + More

Reed Birney and Kieron Moore in 'Blue Film' (photo: Obscured Releasing)

Some news stories for you as we close out the weekend:

• OUT: Writer/director Elliot Tuttle, and stars Kieron Moore and Reed Birney, discuss their riveting indie drama, Blue Film (above), which is pushing the boundaries of queer storytelling. 

• Queerty: Sydney James Harcourt, currently featured in Broadway’s 9-time Tony nominated CATS: The Jellicle Ball, dishes on the revolutionary revival & making “Rum Tum Tugger” a softer sex symbol. Continue reading “‘Blue Film’ Pushing Boundaries + Broadway’s New ‘Rum Tum Tugger’ + More”

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Trump Announces 3-Day Ceasefire In Russia/Ukraine War

Donald Trump and Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Donald Trump announced on social media there will be a 3-day ceasefire in the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine in order to observe “Victory Day,” recognized each year in Russia for the end of World War II.

The ceasefire will include a swap of 1,000 prisoners from each country. Continue reading “Trump Announces 3-Day Ceasefire In Russia/Ukraine War”

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Podcast: Conversion Therapy In EU + New Music From The Cowgays + More

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In this episode of The Randy Report podcast: The European Parliament has voted in favor of banning so-called conversion therapy across the EU. Plus…

• A new travel index ranks the safest and most welcoming countries for queer travelers. Click here for the full report. Continue reading “Podcast: Conversion Therapy In EU + New Music From The Cowgays + More”

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Russian Court Labels LGBTQ Rights Group As ‘Extremist’

Russian President Vladimir Putin (screen capture)

A Russian court on Monday labeled the country’s top LGBTQ rights group as “extremist,” effectively outlawing the organization.

The ruling means anybody associated with the group could be imprisoned for supporting an extremist organization similar to terrorism charges. Continue reading “Russian Court Labels LGBTQ Rights Group As ‘Extremist’”

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DOGE Twink Used AI In Cancelling Federal Grants + Chaz Bono Got Married + More

Nathan Cavanaugh (screen cap)

Some news stories I thought worth your time:

• The Advocate: Former DOGE staffer Nathan Cavanuagh (above) says ChatGPT helped him and co-workers cancel grants mentioning ‘LGBTQ+.’ Cavanaugh admitted to having no experience in scholarly peer review and his decisions to cancel NEH grants were based on his personal judgement.

• PEOPLE: Chaz Bono married his longtime partner, Shara Blue Mathes, on March 8 in Los Angeles. His Oscar-winning mother, Cher, attended the “Hollywood Glam Formal” celebration. Continue reading “DOGE Twink Used AI In Cancelling Federal Grants + Chaz Bono Got Married + More”

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EU Court: Poland Must Recognize Same-Sex Marriages + More

Map of Europe pointing to Poland

Some news stories you might have missed:

• BBC: Poland has been told by the European Union’s top court it must recognize same-sex marriages registered elsewhere in the EU. The high court made clear that Polish domestic law would not have to be changed to recognize marriages between people of the same sex.

• Gayety: The queens of Drag Race are trading workroom wigs for emergency whistles in Stop! That! Train!, a camp-filled action comedy starring RuPaul and directed by Adam Shankman. The drag disaster spectacle is scheduled to land in theaters May 2026. Continue reading “EU Court: Poland Must Recognize Same-Sex Marriages + More”

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Trump (Finally) Hits Russian Oil Companies With Sanctions

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump

The Trump administration has (finally) hit Russia’s major oil companies with sanctions, accusing Russian President Putin of a lack of commitment to ending its invasion of Ukraine.

The sanctions were announced on the same day that Moscow conducted training exercises involving nuclear weapons. Continue reading “Trump (Finally) Hits Russian Oil Companies With Sanctions”