Politics, pop culture and entertainment news of interest to the LGBTQ community
Madonna (image via Depositphotos)Some news items you might have missed:
• Variety: The anticipated biopic of music legend Madonna is taking an indefinite holiday. The project, which the icon was going to direct herself, is no longer in development at Universal Pictures, according to multiple sources. Continue reading “Madonna Biopic On Pause Indefinitely + More News”
Ukraine Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba (screen capture)Ukraine Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba says his country hopes to have a peace summit by the end of February, which would align with the anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Continue reading “Ukraine Aims For February Peace Summit At UN”
Reps. Lauren Boebert (R-CO), Matt Gaetz (R-FL) (screen capture)Reps. Lauren Boebert (R-CO) and Matt Gaetz (R-FL) refused to stand or applaud Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky during his address to Congress on Wednesday as he conveyed gratitude to the American people for their support in the ongoing conflict with Russia. Continue reading “Boebert & Gaetz Refuse To Stand For Ukraine Prez”
President Zelenskyy of Ukraine (screen capture)The powers that be have confirmed that Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will meet with President Biden today at the White House and later deliver a prime-time address to a joint session of Congress. Continue reading “Ukraine President Meeting With Biden At White House Today”
New York City Council member Erik Bottcher (image via Twitter)Some news items you might have missed:
• The Advocate: A group of anti-drag queen protesters entered the office of gay New York City Council member Erik Bottcher on Monday afternoon, and then moved on to his apartment building where they gained access to his home. Continue reading “Anti-Drag Protesters Vandalize NYC Councilman’s Office & Home + More News”
The Old Gays (image via Instagram)Some news items you might have missed:
• LGBTQ Nation: “The Old Gays” never thought they’d survive HIV, but now they have over 9.2 million TikTok followers and they’re using that influence to fight ageism and advocate for LGBTQ+ rights. Continue reading “‘The Old Gays’ And Their 9.2M TikTok Followers + More News”
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy (image via Ukraine government)President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and the spirit of Ukraine have been named TIME’s ‘Person of the Year.’
The editorial board says this year’s choice was the “most clear-cut in memory.” Continue reading “TIME Names Zelenskyy & Spirit Of Ukraine ‘Person Of The Year’”
(still from Strange World)Some news items you might have missed:
• LGBTQ Nation: Folks are curious about the marketing strategy for its charming new film with a gay lead, Strange World. Continue reading “Strange Marketing For Disney’s “Strange World” + More News”
(image via Depositphotos)Some news items you might have missed:
• Out: Grindr has a new CEO, George Arison, who has apparently aligned himself with Donald Trump and conservative policies at times. Plus, he has been known to support politicians who rolled back rights for trans children after getting elected. Continue reading “Gays Have A Problem With New Grindr CEO + More News”
Herschel Walker (screen capture)Some news items you might have missed:
• The Daily Beast: GOP Senate candidate Herschel Walker says he’s anti-abortion – except when it comes to his own affairs. He reportedly got his girlfriend pregnant in 2009, urged her to get an abortion, reimbursed her for it (she has the receipt), then sent her a ‘get well’ card. Walker denies the allegations. Continue reading “Anti-Abortion Herschel Walker Paid For Girlfriend’s Abortion + More News”