LGBTQ news and entertainment
Some news items you might have missed: • Gay Times: To commemorate its 20th anniversary, the iconic gay cowboy drama Brokeback Mountain is set for a limited re-release in cinemas. • Pink News: The leading contenders to be the next pope, and where they stand on LGBTQ+ rights. Continue reading “The Return Of ‘Brokeback Mountain’ + Leading Pope Contenders On LGBTQ Rights + More News”
The Supreme Court heard arguments today in a case brought by Marlean Ames of Ohio, who says she’s the victim of “straight discrimination.” Continue reading “Supreme Court Appears Poised To Rule In Favor Of ‘Straight Discrimination’ Case”
The U.S. Supreme Court will take up a case filed by parents of school children who want to opt their kids out of any instruction on that includes books with LGBTQ characters. Continue reading “Supreme Court To Hear Case On Schools Using LGBTQ Books”
Some news items you might have missed: • The Hill: A campaign spokesman for Vice President Kamala Harris said that Harris will be at the Sept. 10 debate hosted by ABC News — to which Trump and President Biden had both previously agreed — regardless of Trump’s attendance. Continue reading “Harris Will Show For ABC Debate With Or Without Trump + More News”
Some news items you might have missed: • Queerty: Marvel fans are thrilled at the rumors that Heartstopper star Kit Connor may be tapped to play gay Young Avengers super-hero Hulkling. Continue reading “Kit Connor – Marvel Super-Hero? + More News”
The Supreme Court has ruled that former presidents “are entitled to at least presumptive immunity from prosecution” for all official acts while in office. However, “there is no immunity for unofficial acts.” Continue reading “Supreme Court: Presidents Do Have Immunity From Prosecution For ‘Official Acts’”
The Supreme Court has ruled that prosecutors overstepped in using an obstruction law used in some cases against members of the mob that stormed the Capitol on January 6, 2021. Continue reading “SCOTUS Sides With Jan 6 Rioter On Obstruction Law Question”
According to a Supreme Court opinion briefly posted to the court’s website, a majority of the high court appears to be in favor of allowing abortions in Idaho in cases involving medical emergencies. Continue reading “Idaho: Supreme Court Appears To Rule In Favor Of Medical Emergency Abortions”
The Supreme Court will decide whether a Tennessee state ban on gender-affirming care for minors violates the equal protection clause. Continue reading “Supreme Court Will Hear Challenge To Trans Healthcare Ban”
After nearly 3 hours of oral arguments, the U.S. Supreme Court’s conservative majority appears inclined to limit the scope of the criminal case against former President Donald J. Trump. Continue reading “Supreme Court May Narrow Scope Of Criminal Case Against Trump”