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New Whitney Houston Bio + Measles Outbreak Spreads + More

Whitney Houston (screen capture)

Some news stories for you as we kick off the week:

• Queerty: The new book — Holding Lightning: The Life, Loves And Art Of Whitney Houston — is said to be “the first major biography” about Whitney. The new book not only confirms Robyn Crawford’s account of their romantic relationship, but provides further details about the strength of their early connection.

• Attitude Magazine: Luke Evans says he knows ‘several actors’ in Hollywood who have chosen not to come out. Evans, who came out publicly in 2002, said in a recent interview, “It wasn’t easy being the only one who was out for quite a long time.” Continue reading “New Whitney Houston Bio + Measles Outbreak Spreads + More”

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Tuberville: ‘Deranged’ Trans People Need To Be Institutionalized

Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-AL)

Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) gave an unhinged speech on the floor of the U.S. Senate on Tuesday attacking trans people  as ‘deranged’ and suggested we need to “bring back mental institutions as a normal part of our society.” Continue reading “Tuberville: ‘Deranged’ Trans People Need To Be Institutionalized”

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‘Why Do Some Brits Not Like Trump?’ + More News

Some news items you might have missed: • London Daily: Nate White, an articulate and witty writer from England, answers the question: “Why do some British people not like Donald Trump?”

“He makes Nixon look trustworthy, and George W look smart. In fact, if Frankenstein decided to make a monster assembled entirely from human flaws – he would make a Trump.” Continue reading “‘Why Do Some Brits Not Like Trump?’ + More News”

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Madonna’s Long Lost Pepsi Commercial + More News

Madonna was blamed by a member of Congress for the attack on the U.S. Capitol last week

Some news items you might have missed: • Boy Culture: Back in 1989, Madonna shot a snazzy commercial for Pepsi tied into the release of her then-upcoming single, “Like A Virgin.” But controversy ensued, and Pepsi didn’t release the ad spot – until now. Continue reading “Madonna’s Long Lost Pepsi Commercial + More News”

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US Navy Is Third Branch Of Military Without Confirmed Leader

The U.S. Navy is now the third branch of the U.S. military that doesn't have a confirmed leader thanks to Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) blocking all high ranking nominations over his opposition to abortion rights.
Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-AL)
The U.S. Navy has become the third branch of the military to no longer have a Senate-confirmed leader for the first time in history, as Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-AL)  continues to block hundreds of military nominations. Continue reading “US Navy Is Third Branch Of Military Without Confirmed Leader”

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FL Gay Man Brutally Beaten In Anti-Gay Attack + More News

(photo via GoFundMe/Greg Breidenbach’s Road to Recovery)
Some news items you might have missed: • The Advocate: Greg Breidenbach, a gay man in Florida, was left with multiple injuries and mounting medical expenses after he was brutally beaten by two men yelling antigay slurs earlier this month. Friends have launched a GoFundMe campaign to help defray medical costs. Continue reading “FL Gay Man Brutally Beaten In Anti-Gay Attack + More News”

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Jury: Doc Found In Aretha’s Couch Is Valid Will + More News

Some news items you might have missed:

• AP News: A Michigan jury has decided that a handwritten document found stuffed in couch cushions at Aretha Franklin’s home after her 2018 death is her valid will. Continue reading “Jury: Doc Found In Aretha’s Couch Is Valid Will + More News”

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Madonna Speaks Out Following Health Emergency + More News

Madonna (via Instagram)
Some news items you might have missed: • The Advocate: Pop legend Madonna has spoken out for the first time after she was hospitalized last month following a health emergency that required her to be rushed to the hospital. Continue reading “Madonna Speaks Out Following Health Emergency + More News”