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Published by Raw Story Fox News censored former President Donald Trump on Sunday as he ranted about running against Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) and former First Lady Michelle Obama. In an interview that aired on Sunday, Fox News host Maria Bartiromo noted that Trump believes he may not run against President Joe Biden. “Well, Gavin Newsom's right out of central casting,” Bartiromo said. “How are you going to do up against Gavin Newsom?” Want more breaking political news? Click for the latest headlines at Raw Story. “Because he's, he's so much bullshit,” Trump said as Fox News censored the former president. “His state is… Read More View the full article

Published by Hong Kong Free Press “Playing it Straight”, an exhibition presented by Hong Kong Arts Collective, features works by Shawn P Griffin and Leslie Montgomery focusing on society's attitude to sexual minorities in Hong Kong. The exhibition, which runs until February 24th, showcases the lives of different sexualities including self-identified heterosexual, homosexual and bisexual people. By switching the roles of sexual majorities and minorities, the exhibition incites reflections on the audience's own attitudes and perceptions of relationships in modern society. The “Playing it Straight” exhibition runs from 12noon to … Read More View the full article

Published by BANG Showbiz English Miley Cyrus insisted winning the Record of the Year Grammy wasn't “important”. The 31-year-old singer – who earlier in the evening had scooped her first ever Grammy for Best Solo Pop Vocal Performance – scooped the prestigious accolade for ‘Flowers' on Sunday (04.02.24) but stressed her life was “beautiful” even without any trophies. She said: “Thank you all so much. This award is amazing but I really hope it doesn't change anything because my life was beautiful yesterday. “Not everyone in the world will get a Grammy, but everyone in this world is spectacular so please don't think this is impo… Read More View the full article

Published by BANG Showbiz English Taylor Swift was left “mind-blown” after winning her fourth Album of the Year Grammy. The ‘Anti-Hero' hitmaker made history on Sunday (04.02.24) when her record ‘Midnights' took the coveted accolade, making her the singer with the most wins in the category, having previously being the first and only female solo artist to win it three times, tying her with Frank Sinatra, Paul Simon and Stevie Wonder. Accepting the award on stage at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, she ushered her collaborators forward and said: “Noooo. I dunno man. Guys, you gotta come, I feel so alone. “I get to work with … Read More View the full article

Published by Knewz Noted New York City art dealer Brent Sikkema was murdered at his home in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on January 15. Knewz.com has learned that one of the suspects in the homicide case has offered riveting insights into the private life of the high-culture aficionado. The 75-year-old art dealer was a known figure in the American cultural scene, often seen associating with significant celebrities including former First Lady Michelle Obama. As a result, when he was found stabbed to death at his home, it caused quite an uproar. Following preliminary investigations, authorities have charged a 30-year-ol… Read More View the full article

Published by Euronews (English) The Venice Biennale has announced a stacked roster of 331 artists for this year's main exhibition, which is titled “Stranieri Ovunque – Foreigners Everywhere.” Curated by Adriano Pedrosa, the director of São Paulo's Museu de Arte, the central theme, “Stranieri Ovunque,” originates from a series of works by the Palermo-based collective Claire Fontaine. “The expression “Stranieri Ovunque” has several meanings. First of all, that wherever you go and wherever you are you will always encounter foreigners— they/we are everywhere. Secondly, that no matter where you find yourself, you are always truly… Read More View the full article

Published by Mirror By Susan Knox John Whaite has shared and inspiring message with the LGBTQ+ community after marrying his partner of 16 years. Former Strictly Come Dancing star and Great British Bake Off winner John, 34, tied the knot with his partner Paul Atkins after admitting that he ‘fell in love' with his professional dancer partner on Strictly, Johannes Radebe. The TV star was partnered with Johannes on Strictly Come Dancing in 2021, where he reached the final and later admitted he had fallen victim to the Strictly curse. After briefly splitting from his then-fiancé Paul, John has revealed he married his … Read More View the full article

Published by AlterNet Christian Ziegler, the former Republican Party of Florida chairman ousted after an accusation of rape by the woman he and his wife engaged in a three-way sexual relationship with, is invoking a law meant to protect victims of crimes. Ziegler's wife Bridget is the co-founder of the far-right anti-LGBTQ organization Moms for Liberty, reportedly a best friend of Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis, a county school board member, and an author of Gov. Ron DeSantis' “Don't Say Gay” law. The couple “are fighting the release of information from Christian Ziegler's cell phone that was obtained by the Sar… Read More View the full article

Published by AFP Los Angeles (AFP) – It's the Year of Taylor but anything could happen at the ever unpredictable Grammys on Sunday, with Queen Swift poised to make history and women performers expected to reign supreme. The 66th edition of music's most prestigious awards ceremony marks a historic year for women, queer and gender fluid artists up for the night's major trophies. But whether they'll actually win is anyone's guess, and there's always room for eyebrow-raises and quirky choices across the evening's more than 90 competitive fields. Here's a guide to Sunday's gala in Los Angeles: Taylor eyes history, … Read More View the full article

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Join us for Gay Key West Uncovered as we explore Key West, a place where being queer is woven into the island's diverse tapestry and standing out in the crowd is cause for celebration. Our host, Bobby Hankinson, introduces us to the locals who epitomize this spirit, like Kylie Jean Lucille, who lights up 801 Bourbon Bar with her drag performances, and Greg Cieslik, a digital nomad and tanline-free first mate on the clothing-optional BluQ. Photo: Mike Freas/Florida Keys News Bureau Even in today's political climate, Key West remains a tropical oasis where one can ‘say gay' as loudly as you want. Delve into the island's unique history, including its staged secession in 1982, to paint a picture of a community that prides itself on being different. Key West, or as locals call it, the Conch Republic, has always been a small southern town with a history of pirates, smugglers, and salvagers, a place where, as once observed, people ‘choose to opt out of conventional society,' as observed by none other than Tennessee Williams. We also bring you stories from people like Pony Charvette, a self-proclaimed “radical fairy” and spokesperson for Key West, and Captain Karen, an upfront and outspoken lesbian boat captain who won our hearts. Along with others, they share why Key West is more than just a part of Florida but a unique, fiercely independent community that's truly off-center and exactly what we need this year. Photo: Rob O'Neal/Florida Keys News Bureau Journey into the heart of a community that's wonderfully queer, quirky AF (while still hot), a little spot of wonder, magical, and oh-so-hard to describe but worth every attempt. Gay Key West Uncovered is hosted by NYC-based writer and comedian Bobby Hankinson and filled with stories (not so) straight from drag queens, naked pool boys, digital nomads, business owners who do things differently, and the lesbian mayor of whatever you want to call an island that will fight and thrive through hurricane winds or DeSantis squall. Dive on into Key West. Share on Twitter Share on Twitter Share on Facebook Share on Facebook View the full article

Published by Raw Story Michigan GOP Rep. Lisa McClain took a shot at her colleague Lauren Boebert (R-CO) by mocking her in front of congressional members for her infamous fondling incident with a male companion inside a theater. “Please keep your hands above the table and I know it's date night for some of you but no inappropriate touching. That includes you Lauren Boebert. No vaping either,” McClain said during a speech at the Washington Press Club Foundation's annual congressional dinner this Wednesday. Video of the roasting was posted to X. Want more breaking political news? Click for the latest headlines at Raw … Read More View the full article

Published by Orlando Sentinel ORLANDO, Fla. — A federal judge on Wednesday dismissed Disney's free speech lawsuit accusing Gov. Ron DeSantis and state officials of political retaliation in response to the entertainment giant's criticism of a law limiting classroom instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity. U.S. District Judge Allen Winsor ruled that Disney did not have legal standing to sue DeSantis and Florida's commerce secretary. He also wrote that Disney's claims against members of the DeSantis-appointed Central Florida Tourism Oversight District board “failed on the merits.” Disney issued a statement signa… Read More View the full article

Published by The Seattle Times SEATTLE — The city of Seattle has agreed to pay $10 million to settle a lawsuit from a group of demonstrators injured by police during the 2020 uprising in protest of George Floyd's murder. The lawsuit, filed in King County Superior Court nearly three years ago, had cost the city millions of dollars in defense and expert witness fees, according to the Seattle law firm of Stritmatter Kessler Koehler Moore, which represented the protesters. Among the 50 plaintiffs were a woman who had a heart attack when she was struck in the chest by an SPD blast ball, a man who was hospitalized in a coma after… Read More View the full article

Published by Mirror By Alan Smith It was the breakout event at Tokyo's Olympics, leaving an unacquainted TV audience captivated by its combination of strength, speed and unpredictability. Now, as the Paris Games appear on the horizon, climbing has become one of the world's fastest-growing sports – and its biggest British star is urging anyone compelled by the action on screen to give it a go themselves. For Shauna Coxsey, GB's sole representative in Japan, the sport she fell in love with has transformed from a “niche” pursuit where “everyone looked and acted in the same way” to accessible for anyone eager to asce… Read More View the full article

Published by BANG Showbiz English Dolly Parton has dreamed of making a Broadway musical for “many, many years”. The 78-year-old icon is currently focused on creating the much-anticipated Broadway production, and Dolly has admitted that it will be the fulfilment of a long-held ambition. Speaking to PEOPLE, Dolly explained: “Right now, I’m working on my life story as a musical, and so going on Broadway and opening my show on Broadway, that’s been a biggie [goal] in my mind for many, many years. “That’d be the one that I want to make certain I get done while I’m still kicking, while I’m around to stay involved in it.” The ‘9 to 5… Read More View the full article

Published by Reuters By Joseph Ax (Reuters) – As many as one in 10 hate crimes in the U.S. take place at schools – from kindergarten through college – according to an FBI report released on Monday, with Black students the most frequent targets, followed by Jewish and LGBTQ victims. Schools were the third most frequent location for hate crimes – after residences and roadways or alleys – from 2018 to 2022, even though most schools experienced months of closures during the 2020-2021 academic year due to the coronavirus pandemic. The U.S. has seen a marked increase in hate crimes – defined by the FBI as an offense mot… Read More View the full article

Published by New York Daily News Vivek Ramaswamy suggested on Monday that the Super Bowl could be rigged to boost the profile of music sensation Taylor Swift ahead of what he claimed was her plans to endorse President Joe Biden in the fall presidential election. The former Republican presidential candidate floated the bizarro conspiracy that some unseen hand want the Kansas City Chiefs to win the big game because the pop superstar is dating Pro Bowl tight end Travis Kelce. “I wonder who's going to win the Super Bowl next month,” Ramaswamy mused on Twitter. “And I wonder if there's a major presidential endorsement coming from … Read More View the full article

Published by The Seattle Times Public schools in Washington may soon be required to teach students about the contributions and history of LGBTQ+ people under a bill approved by the state Senate last week. Senate Bill 5462 would mandate school districts in Washington adopt curricula that includes “diverse, equitable, inclusive, age-appropriate instructional materials” on historically marginalized and underrepresented groups. That includes people of color, people with disabilities, people who are neurodiverse, and those from various religious backgrounds. The bill specifically requires the state Office of Superintendent of Pu… Read More View the full article

Published by Mirror By Seamus Duff Former RuPaul's Drag Race UK contestant Crystal has expressed their relief after winning their court case against Laurence Fox. The 38-year-old performer – whose real name is Colin Seymour – and another man named Simon Blake had been branded ‘paedophiles' by Fox, 45, on social media when he hit out at them after they branded him ‘racist'. The online spat evolved into a multi-million-pound court case – which ended on Monday with a High Court judge ruling Fox was guilty of libel. In the wake of the ruling, Seymour has taken to social media to share a lengthy statement where he ex… Read More View the full article

Published by Raw Story Ron DeSantis' humiliating defeat in his presidential race against former President Donald Trump isn't funny to the large group of Floridians who fear their governor's return — and the entire nation should beware, a new political analysis contends. Salon's Chauncey Devega Monday issued a warning about the much-mocked Republican contender who rose to political stardom implementing far-right policies aimed to appease his ultra-conservative base. “DeSantis is still governor of Florida and the cruel policies he put in place, and which will continue (and get worse), have not ended,” writes Devega. “… Read More View the full article