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Published by AlterNet In 2019, Waco, Texas Justice of the Peace Dianne Hensley received an official “public warning” from the state's Commission on Judicial Conduct for refusing to officiate weddings for same-sex couples. The warning, while public, did not come with any fine nor any severe sanctions or censure, as NCRM reported at the time, yet Judge Hensley sued. She retained a far-right wing anti-LGBTQ Christian activist group with ties to Trump, First Liberty Institute, to represent her in her $10,000 lawsuit for damages. Three years later, almost to the day of her warning, a Texas bipartisan appeals court panel… Read More View the full article

Published by NJ.com Vandals struck twice this week at a cafe in West Orange, smashing windows and splattering paint on two gay pride banners that hang in the front of the building, police said. Harper’s Cafe on South Valley Road was closed on Friday while the owner cleaned up after two nights of vandalism. There were fresh sheets of plywood on the front door, and paint smears across the front window, which had been shattered by a brick on Thursday night. “We are choosing to close for the time being while we make repairs to the damage,” the owner posted on Facebook. No one answered the phone at the cafe Friday aft… Read More View the full article

Published by The Street By Jeffrey Quiggle Anheuser-Busch (BUD) – Get Free Report, the maker of Bud Light, has faced a backlash from some consumers who are boycotting the beer brand over its social media advertising partnership with transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney. The ad showed Mulvaney featuring a Bud Light can with her image printed on it. The campaign was part of Bud Light's “Be Yourself” initiative, which aimed to celebrate diversity and inclusion. DON'T MISS: Anheuser-Busch Follows Coke In Bold New Move For Changing Market The project sparked outrage. People posted videos on social media depicting them de… Read More View the full article

Published by DPA Tens of thousands of Hungarians used the annual Pride march in Budapest on Saturday to vent their anger at government laws curtailing the rights of sexual minorities in the country. About 35,000 people took to the streets in sweltering heat, according to organizers. Among those marching was the US ambassador to Hungary, David Pressman. On Friday, the US was among 38 embassies to issue a joint statement urging EU-member Hungary to do more to respect and protect the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and intersex (LGBTQI+) community. Every EU country except Poland sent the letter. It cam… Read More View the full article

-Photo courtesy of Hotel Gaythering By no means ‘over' the rainbow, the city of Miami welcomes and celebrates LGBTQ visitors as it recognizes and welcomes all others with long-time established diaspora. It's a city that thrives on its diversity and celebrates all of our communities with open arms. Known for its sun-soaked beaches, pulsating nightlife, and a culture that is as rich as it is diverse, Miami is a haven for the LGBTQ+ community. Whether you're a local or a visitor, the city offers a plethora of events, accommodations, and attractions that celebrate and support its LGBTQ+ residents and visitors. Live for Art, Culture? An LGBTQ post just for your Miami Trip Wake Up in Miami: Creative Stays, Hot Spots, And Arts Events for LGBBTQ Culture Lovers Visiting South Florida This guide is the latest in our series that caters to various interests and lifestyles. We've previously covered guides for Foodies, Sun Worshippers, Culture Vultures, Outdoors Lovers, and more. Each guide is designed to help you explore Miami through a different lens, offering unique experiences that cater to your specific interests. So, whether you're planning your next pride-celebrating trip or looking to explore your city's LGBTQ+ scene, let's dive into the vibrant world of Miami's LGBTQ+ community Photo courtesy of the GMCVB Pride and Joy: Miami's Top LGBTQ+ Events MIAMI BEACH PRIDE: Celebrating 15 Years next year, under the banner Growing Stronger Together, Miami Beach Pride is one of the biggest Pride celebrations in the world scheduled outside Pride month, in the heart of South Beach. (April 13-14, 2024) SWEETHEAT MIAMI: Billed as a “Utopia for Women in South Beach,” this festival is cultivated for women of all backgrounds and identities, and it's well worth planning ahead for next May's edition of this annual blowout. Birthed from the mind of Miami's own Dj Dimples. CELEBRATE ORGULLO PRIDEFEST: The Hispanic & Indigenous Pride Festival, organized by Miami's Unity Coalition. kicks off every fall to celebrate the beauty of diversity. This year's festival theme is Faith, Folklore & Fashion. (October 1-15) AQUA GIRL: The largest women's gay charity event in the U.S. is an iconic five-day celebration with thousands of women from all of world. (October) WIGWOOD: This annual Queer & Drag Festival, founded by Queef Latina (Antonio Mendez) and the proprietor of Gramps bar, Adam Gersten, in 2017, proudly celebrates the local community it also supports. (February 2024) Photo courtesy of the Hotel Gaythering Queer-Friendly Accommodations in Miami HOTEL GAYTHERING: It's right in the name. Unapologetic, fiercely queer, and cruisy AF, while being comfortable, offering great amenities, and a little of something for everyone. Sounds like an old boyfriend of mine… MOXY SOUTH BEACH: This very colorful Marriott property features a unicorn float in its rooftop pool. And is in South Beach. So, yeah… rewards points, and points for inclusivity. More for foodies in Miami: Eat, Love, Miami: A Culinary Journey Through Miami for LGBTQ Foodies Paint the Town Rainbow: Top LGBTQ+ Nightspots in Miami DOUBLE STUBBLE @ GRAMPS: Who doesn't love a non-binary drag Thursday night party conveniently located in Wynwood, and connected to New York-style Pizza Tropical? Well, nobody I know at least. CLUB BOI: Mainly Latino and Black, and sizzling hot… just like the set for most soft porn anchored in Miami. Photo courtesy of Casa Casuarina Miami's Must-See LGBTQ+ Attractions VERSACE MANSION: You can't go inside, unless you stay or dine at the Villa Casa Casuarina , but it's impressive outside too, and an opportunity to see the real-life set for American Crime Story's series on Gianni Versace, pop by the local News Cafe where he was a regular, cruise Ocean Boulevard, check out the beach volleyball players if that's your thing… More for the Sun Lover headed to Miami A Miami Trip For the Sun Worshipper MIAMI BEACH LGBT VISITORS CENTER: Located in the old City Hall, offering tips & talks, and an inclusive community space with services and counsel to visitors and residents of Miami Beach and South Florida, including information and materials make your visit even better. Photo courtesy of Creative Male Shop with Pride: Miami's Top LGBTQ+ Stores CREATIVE MALE: Creative Male is billed as a “menswear boutique for the South Florida gay scene.” I'm sure you can wear it in your hometown too, for all those festival/festivalwear needs. Look for the perfect tank, mesh shirt or crop top, or bottom. FRANGIPANI: With colorful, expressive, definite Miami vibes, the swimwear alone may be worth a trip to this quirky shop near Wynwood, but don't stop there. The home accessories had us rolling in the aisle, and pulling out our credit cards. Photo courtesy of the GMCVB Queer Bites: Miami's Best LGBTQ+ Eateries PALACE: No trip to Miami is complete with at least one trip to the Palace. With the biggest, most famous drag brunch in South Beach is also a club, the Palace is an iconic landmark and a monument to the LGBTQ+ community's power to both make a statement and have fun. Its restaurant and club are as much a daily celebration of our identify as they are a powerful political stand. NEWS CAFÉ: This Ocean Drive classic breakfast-anytime, trendy but unpretentious, former haunt of Gianni Versace is a respite of casual chic in the heart of South Beach, enjoyed by locals and tourists alike. Photo courtesy of the GMCVB Outdoor Adventures: LGBTQ+ Fun in the Miami Sun 12TH STREET BEACH: Rainbow umbrellas mark our territory at 12th Street and Ocean Drive, on this fee and open stretch of sand. Rent a chair or umbrella from Boucher Brothers, or go local and just put your towel down. The Palace is just across the way in case you need a less-sunny, but certainly friendly break from the waves. GAY & LESBIAN WALK TOUR: Hosted by Miami Design Preservation League docent Howard Brayer, this by-request tour offers an overview of the LGBTQ+ history contributions in Miami Beach, and there are many! Photo courtesy of the GMCVB CORAL CASTLE: Every queen needs a castle, and this one – made out of 1,100 tons of coral rock – has enough theories about its construction to script a vintage episode of the X-Files.Photo courtesy of the GMCVB Photo courtesy of the GMCVB Miami: More Ways Eat, Love, Miami : A Culinary Journey Through Miami for LGBTQ Foodies Miami: Active, Sporty Getaway To An LGBTQ-Welcoming Destination Fighting To Stay That Way View the full article

Published by Raw Story Scandal-ridden far-right commentator Milo Yiannopoulos has seemingly settled up — financially — with Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA). Yiannopoulos reimbursed Greene's campaign $7,020.16 on May 12 for “use of campaign credit card for personal use,” according to a new Federal Election Commission filing reviewed by Raw Story. In November, Yiannopoulos had purchased a campaign website domain for Kanye West's yet-to-be-launched 2024 presidential domain using Greene's campaign credit card. Yiannopoulos, who is known for online harassment and making bigoted and controversial statements, including … Read More View the full article

Published by Raw Story A Rhode Island man accused of being part of the Jan. 6 riots left his phone charging in aU.S. Capitol office – and had cops retrieve it for him when he was kicked out, according to a report. Juan Rodriguez, of Central Falls, was taken into custody Thursday by FBI agents on four charges — entering and remaining in a restricted building or grounds; disorderly and disruptive conduct in a restricted building or grounds; disorderly conduct in a capitol building or ground; and parading, demonstrating or picketing in a capitol building, reported MassLive. Capitol police spotted Rodriguez, Alexander … Read More View the full article

Published by Chicago Tribune One of the many bright lights in Season 2 of “The Bear,” Molly Gordon is all over the amiable new comedy “Theater Camp” as co-director, co-writer and co-star. This one's a largely improvised “Best in Show” / ”Waiting for Guffman”-style ensemble project, set at a summer drama program in the Adirondacks on the brink of bankruptcy. Gordon and Nick Lieberman directed. Real-life couple Ben Platt and Noah Galvin, both “Dear Evan Hansen” alums (Platt originated the role and won the Tony), also star and, along with Lieberman, are co-writers. A lot of the movie's better jokes ended up in the trailer. “… Read More View the full article

Published by BANG Showbiz English Kevin Spacey says he has “lost everything” amid his sexual assault trial. The Oscar-winning actor, 63, is currently facing 12 charges of sexual assault from four alleged victims and appeared at London's Southwark Crown Court on Thursday (13.07.23) where he delivered his testimony and spoke out for the first time, where he claimed he had “lost his reputation” when the accusations first came to light. He said: “There was a rush to judgment and before the first question was asked or answered I lost my job, I lost my reputation, I lost everything in a matter of days.” The ‘House of Cards' star wen… Read More View the full article

Published by Reuters UK BUDAPEST (Reuters) – The embassies of the United States, Germany and 36 other countries urged Hungary's government to protect the rights of LGBT people and scrap laws that discriminate against them in a statement ahead of Budapest's Pride march on Saturday. Prime Minister Viktor Orban's government promotes a strongly Christian-conservative agenda and passed a law in 2021 banning the “display and promotion of homosexuality” among under-18s, despite criticism from rights groups and the European Union. In a joint statement, the embassies and about 10 cultural institutions including the British Co… Read More View the full article

Published by The Street By Daniel Kline When Bud Light opted to retain the transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney for a digital marketing campaign, it was clear what Anheuser-Busch (BUD) – Get Free Report wanted to accomplish The beer company was trying to leverage Mulvaney's prominence to reach her audience and expand the brand's audience in the LGBTQ+ community. Budweiser executives had no real reason to believe that anyone outside Mulvaney's fan base would see the promotion. DON'T MISS: Bud Light ‘Woke' War Isn't Just About Kid Rock, Garth Brooks Kid Rock, of course, changed the trajectory of that promotion. His vi… Read More View the full article

Published by New York Daily News A Wisconsin teacher who complained about the banning of the Miley Cyrus and Dolly Parton song “Rainbowland” has now been fired. In a unanimous decision, the Waukesha School Board on Wednesday night voted to fire first-grade teacher Melissa Tempel, four months after she criticized Heyer Elementary School's decision to prohibit her students from singing a pro-LGBTQ song in a school concert. Earlier this year, Tempel took to Twitter to express frustration at school administrators who banned the 2017 pop-country track, which was once described by Parton as a song about “dreaming and hoping that we… Read More View the full article

Published by BANG Showbiz English Billie Eilish has launched a range of Barbie tracksuits. The 21-year-old pop star has teamed up with the toy brand to create a fashion collection which features bright pink velour hoodies and wide-legged trousers emblazoned with the name ‘Billie' in Barbie's instantly-recognisable Dollie Script font to celebrate the upcoming release of Margot Robbie's new movie based on the iconic doll. The collection is available on Billie's own online merchandise store and also features vest tops, T-shirts, hats, necklaces and stickers. As well as launching her own Barbie clothing collection, Billie also con… Read More View the full article

Published by Sports Illustrated By Chris Herring At the beginning of each episode of Goliath, the well-crafted, three-part Showtime docuseries on legendary hoops star Wilt Chamberlain that premieres this Friday, there’s a disclaimer. “Wilt Chamberlain’s voice in this series is created using an A.I. program with the permission of the Wilt Chamberlain estate. Wilt’s words have been composed of quotations of his written work and public statements,” the statement reads. Other interesting filmmaking tactics have been utilized before to voice departed legends. An ESPN documentary on former Raiders owner Al Davis and former NFL com… Read More View the full article

Published by The Philadelphia Inquirer PHILADELPHIA — Beyoncé’s South Philly Renaissance began with a prelude. Before darkness fell on Lincoln Financial Field on Wednesday, an enormous video screen showed a TV test pattern, cleverly reworked to include colors of the Progress Pride Flag celebrating the LGBTQ community. That screen became an image of a cloudy blue sky, and then — as the anticipation of the sellout crowd turned into ecstasy — it was filled in with a stadiumwide image of Beyoncé herself. And then there she was, at 8:45 p.m. sharp. In a short black Givenchy dress, uttering the words that her mostly female, significantly… Read More View the full article

[This post contains video, click to play] Troye Sivan's New Song “Rush” Troye Sivan, the pop sensation, has recently released his latest single, “Rush”. The song is a prelude to his upcoming third studio album, “Something to Give Each Other”, set to release on October 13. The Inspiration Behind “Rush” “Rush” is a reflection of Sivan's time thorugh Covid, finding community in another country since moving to Australia and.. Sivan's Personal Connection to the Album Sivan has described the album as his gift to his fans. It's a piece of his heart, a slice of his life, and a testament to his journey as an artist and as a person. It's about, “community built off a common experience of dance music, partying, fashion, humor, and all of these things that I love so much about my life and about my friends.” “Something to Give Each Other” is Sivan's first full-length release since “Bloom” in 2018. During the pandemic, he released the 7-track EP “In a Dream” and found an unexpected viral hit with his single “Angel Baby”. View the full article

Published by Reuters (Corrects story from June 29 to remove reference in paragraph 25 to aspartame being removed from PepsiCo products in 2020. A PepsiCo spokesperson corrected an earlier statement from an outside company spokesperson.) By Jennifer Rigby and Richa Naidu LONDON (Reuters) -One of the world's most common artificial sweeteners is set to be declared a possible carcinogen next month by a leading global health body, according to two sources with knowledge of the process, pitting it against the food industry and regulators. Aspartame, used in products from Coca-Cola diet sodas to Mars' Extra chewing gum a… Read More View the full article

Published by BANG Showbiz English Margot Robbie says the ‘Barbie' film tackles the concept of a power “hierarchy”. The 33-year-old actress plays the beloved doll character in Greta Gerwig's new film on the Mattel firm's iconic creation, which has been hailed as a feminist take on the toy – which has recently been rebranded with a range of diverse models with different skin tones and disabilities since it was launched as a supposedly picture-perfect blonde ideal of beauty in 1959. Margot said at the European premiere of the film at Cineworld in London's Leicester Square on Wednesday (12.07.23) night: “To really do something une… Read More View the full article

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Published by Reuters GENEVA (Reuters) – It is possible to end AIDS by 2030 if countries demonstrate the political will to invest in prevention and treatment and adopt non-discriminatory laws, the United Nations said on Thursday. In 2022, an estimated 39 million people around the world were living with HIV, according to UNAIDS, the United Nations AIDS program. HIV can progress to AIDS if left untreated. “We have a solution if we follow the leadership of countries that have forged strong political commitment to put people first and invest in evidence-based HIV prevention and treatment programmes,” UNAIDS said in a r… Read More View the full article

Published by Raw Story A hair dresser in Michigan told nonbinary customers they should seek the services of a pet groomer. Christine Geiger, the owner of Studio 8 Hair Lab in Traverse City, posted on Facebook that those who don't identify ashe or her aren't welcome, according to the Kansas City Star. “If a human identifies as anything other than a man/woman, please seek services at a local pet groomer,” she posted. “You are not welcome at this salon. Period.” The business' Instagram profile says it “does not cater to woke ideologies,” the Star reported. The Facebook page had been deleted Tuesday. The Star said the p… Read More View the full article

Published by uInterview.com Jeffrey Carlson, the actor from the soap opera All My Children, has died at the age of 48. He was known for playing one of the first transgender characters on a daytime television series. Actress Susan Hart shared the news in a Facebook post last week but a cause of death was not given. Time Out New York theater critic Adam Feldman wrote a statement on Twitter regarding Carlson's death. Carlson first started out as a theater actor with Broadway roles in Taboo, Tartuffe and The Goat or Who Is Sylvia? He also starred in films like Hitch and The Killing Floor, but his most prominent role was in A… Read More View the full article

Published by Mongabay By Liz Kimbrough If you stress out a rattlesnake, make sure it has a friend around. Much like humans, stressed snakes are calmed by a companion’s presence, according to new research. Stress can lead to increased hormone production, resulting in changes in the nervous system, immune response and behavior. Certain animals, like humans, can regulate their stress response when in the company of another animal of their species, which is referred to as social buffering. “We showed that when two snakes were together and experienced a stressful situation, they could buffer each other’s stress response… Read More View the full article

Published by OK Magazine Dog the Bounty Hunter's estranged daughter Bonnie Champan is outraged by the remarks he made about transgender star Dylan Mulvaney and the LGBTQ+ community during an interview with online Christian ministry founder Sharell Barrera. “The comments made by Duane Chapman reflect prehistoric beliefs and do not align with true Christian values. Jesus loves everyone and would strongly denounce this non-accepting rhetoric,” she wrote in an Instagram message on Wednesday, July 12, the day after his chat. “It is utterly repulsive to advocate violence against our transgender community, and it is equally … Read More View the full article

Published by GB News A highly prized first edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone has been snapped up for £10,500 at auction, having been purchased second hand for just 30p. This copy of the first novel in JK Rowling's Harry Potter series was given an estimated value of £3,000 to £5,000. However, an online bidder in Los Angeles swooped in with a bid of £10,500 to take home the first edition. In 1997, Bloomsbury published a first batch of just 500 first edition first impressions and, of those, the book sold is one of only 300 set aside for libraries. An unnamed individual from Staffordhsire purchased t… Read More View the full article