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King Charles Unveils LGBTQ Military Memorial + More News

King Charles attends unveiling of monument dedicated to LGBTQ military service members

Some news stories to start your week:

• The Times: King Charles III attended the unveiling of a memorial to LGBTQ military members after a decades-long campaign against a ban on being gay in the armed forces. The sculpture, named “an opened letter,” resides at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire.

• Out Music: Out country music artist Adam Mac performed his single “Old Photograph” (from his latest album Southern Spectacle) on the Kelly Clarkson Show. Continue reading “King Charles Unveils LGBTQ Military Memorial + More News”

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Gus Kenworthy Returns To Competitive Skiiing + More News

Out Olympic silver medalist Gus Kenworthy (via Instagram)

Some news items I thought worth your time:

• The Fight: Out Olympic freestyle skier Gus Kenworthy has officially ended his retirement, announcing a dramatic comeback to competitive skiing with his sights set on qualifying for the 2026 Winter Olympics. Continue reading “Gus Kenworthy Returns To Competitive Skiiing + More News”

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‘Big Brother UK’ Hottie Zelah + New Music From Michael Medrano + More

"Big Brother UK" contestant Zelah

Some news items for your Sunday afternoon:

• Queerty: The 22nd season of “Big Brother UK” has launched and folks are talking about 25-year-old Zelah (above), a trans masc guy who has already been dubbed the “hottest guy of the season.” Continue reading “‘Big Brother UK’ Hottie Zelah + New Music From Michael Medrano + More”

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States With Most Same-Sex Couples + The Amazing Mark S. King + More

Gay couple in the park (via Depositphotos)

Some news items I thought worth your time:

• The Advocate: Check out this Top Ten list of states with the most same-sex couples living together. One hint – my state is number 4.

• Kenneth-in-the-212: This week’s round-up of the latest LGBTQ publications including the ‘Miami Spice’ issue of Wire Magazine. Continue reading “States With Most Same-Sex Couples + The Amazing Mark S. King + More”

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Hegseth Assembles Military Leaders To Fat Shame Them + More News

fat shame

Some news items from the day:

• X: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth called the top 900 U.S. military commanders away from their posts around the world to assemble in Washington to tell them to not be fat – “It’s not a good look.”

He said everyone, from top leaders to entry service members, should be in shape. Not sure if he’s told our commander in chief. Continue reading “Hegseth Assembles Military Leaders To Fat Shame Them + More News”

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Arrested For Threats To Shoot Up Texas Pride Event + New Music From Avery Cochrane + More News

Joshua Cole (mug shot)

Some news items that caught my eye:

• The Independent: A 42-year-old Texas man, Joshua Cole (above), is facing federal charges after allegedly threatening to shoot up the Abilene Pride Parade. “Fk their parade…come on bro let’s go hunting fairies,” he reportedly wrote in a Facebook message.

• New Music: Out recording artist Avery Cochrane’s new single, “Shapeshifting on a Saturday Night,” is a melancholy, pensive pop bop showcasing the talented artist in ‘sad autumn girl’ vibe. Continue reading “Arrested For Threats To Shoot Up Texas Pride Event + New Music From Avery Cochrane + More News”

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Texas Adopts Anti-Trans Law Restricting Bathroom Use

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (screen capture)

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) has signed into law new restrictions regarding which restrooms transgender people can use in schools and government buildings.

The legislation includes hefty fines on institutions of up to $125,000 for violations – the most financially punitive bathroom bill in the country. Continue reading “Texas Adopts Anti-Trans Law Restricting Bathroom Use”

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Podcast: Rainbow Crosswalks Under Attack, New Netflix Series BOOTS + More News

Rainbow crosswalks being erased in Florida

In this week’s episode of The Randy Report podcast: The Florida Department of Transportation erased the Pulse Nightclub memorial rainbow crosswalk in the middle of the night. Plus… Continue reading “Podcast: Rainbow Crosswalks Under Attack, New Netflix Series BOOTS + More News”

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Tom Goss Serves Up ‘Gay Stuff’ + More News

Tom Goss - Gay Stuff

Some news items you might have missed:

• New Music: Randy Report favorite Tom Goss, known for his daring visuals and queer-forward storytelling, drops his bold and irresistibly catchy new single, “Gay Stuff” – an unapologetic celebration of queer joy, individuality, and the absurdity of labels. Continue reading “Tom Goss Serves Up ‘Gay Stuff’ + More News”