LGBTQ news and entertainment
Donald Trump announced his long-teased tariffs today during a ceremony in the White House Rose Garden. Among other things, there will now be a 25% tariff on all cars made outside the U.S. Continue reading “Trump Announces Tariffs Ranging From 10-49%”
Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office, the felon-in-chief said he will not change his mind regarding tariffs on Canada, and then went on a long mind-bend on how Canada “only works” if it becomes a state of the U.S. Continue reading “Felon-In-Chief: “I’m Not Gonna Bend On Tariffs””
Hours after Donald Trump’s across-the-board levies on steel and aluminum imports took effect, Canada and the European Union announced billions of dollars in retaliatory tariffs on U.S. exports. Continue reading “Canada & European Union Announce Billions In Retaliatory Tariffs”
Some news items you might have missed: • The Advocate: On his new podcast, California Gov. Gavin Newsom told his guest, far-right transphobe Charlie Kirk, that transgender athletes competing in girls’ and women’s sports was “deeply unfair.” Newsom made a point to note he agreed with Kirk on other topics as well. Continue reading “Gavin Newsom Backlash + Russell Tovey’s New Drama ‘Plainclothes’ + More News”
After Donald Trump’s tariffs on Canada and Mexico kicked in this morning, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau directly addressed the American people today saying “we don’t want this” and “your government has chosen to do this to you,” as he announced retaliatory tariffs on behalf of his country. Continue reading “Trudeau To US: ‘Your Government Has Chosen To Do This To You’”
U.S. stock markets dropped markedly after Donald Trump confirmed today that his previously postponed 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico will take effect on Tuesday. Continue reading “Trump Announces Canada/Mexico Tariffs To Start, Stock Market Drops”
Some news items you might have missed: • them: Out gay costume designer Paul Tazewell (above) became the first Black man to win an Oscar for ‘Best Costume Design’ last night for his brilliant work on the mega-hit movie musical WICKED. Continue reading “History Made With WICKED Oscar Win + More News”
With Donald Trump’s tariffs on Canada and Mexico set to take effect tomorrow, Premier Doug Ford reiterated his threat to cut off electricity from Ontario to several American states (“with a smile on my face”) if the U.S. moves ahead with tariffs. Continue reading “Ontario Premier Threatens To Cut Off Energy To U.S. Over Trump Tariffs”
Some news items I thought worth your time:
• GLAAD: Oscar nominee Cynthia Erivo (WICKED) will be honored at the 36th GLAAD Media Awards with the Stephen F. Kolzak Award, presented to a LGBTQ media professional who has made a significant difference in raising visibility and promoting acceptance of LGBTQ people and issues. Continue reading “Cynthia Erivo To Be Honored At GLAAD Media Awards + More News”
Just hours before Donald Trump’s 25% tariffs were set to go into effect on imports from Canada and Mexico, leaders from the two countries were able to talk the Donald off a ledge and pause the import taxes for at least 30 days. Continue reading “Mexico/Canada Tariffs Averted For 30 Days”