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Published by AlterNet North Carolina Republicans introduced legislation on Wednesday that would grant parents greater power over their kids’ education and make it easier to fire and even prosecute faculty members, the News & Observer’s Kyle Ingram reported. Senate Bill 90 “also requires schools to inform parents if their child begins identifying as a different gender — a measure that was already included in the legislature’s proposed Parents’ Bill of Rights,” Ingram noted. “Under the new bill, parents would be given a new legal recourse for encroachments on their ‘fundamental right to parent,'” Ingram explained, “w… Read More View the full article

Published by The Street By Jeffrey Quiggle It's been little more than three months since Anheuser-Busch (BUD) – Get Free Report engaged in a small social media advertising partnership with transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney. The advertisement featured Mulvaney discussing and showing a photo of a Bud Light can with her image printed on it. DON'T MISS: McDonald's Menu Finally Adding Beloved Global Favorite The backlash was immediate and fierce, as people began boycotting Bud Light and posting videos to social media showing them damaging Bud Light cans and cases by various means. The most notorious of these involved … Read More View the full article

Published by Euronews (English) The 75th annual Primetime Emmy Awards nominations have been announced, with HBO dominating with the most overall selections with their series Succession, The Last of Us and The White Lotus. HBO's shows represent a combined 74 nominations. Netflix led streamers with 103 nominations, but its showing was meagre in many of the top categories. The Crown a nod for best drama and, along with Wednesday's Jenna Ortega, Christina Applegate was nominated for best supporting actress in a comedy for the third and final season of Netflix's Dead to Me. Netflix fared better in the limited series category, whe… Read More View the full article

Published by AFP Washington (AFP) – US health authorities on Thursday approved the first over-the-counter birth control pill in the country, dramatically widening access to contraception for women in the United States where abortion rights are increasingly under assault. The medication, Opill, will become available in pharmacies and supermarkets as well as online early next year, the manufacturer Perrigo said in a statement. More than 100 countries already allow contraceptive pills to be sold over the counter. But in the United States approval comes after the Supreme Court last year scrapped federal abortion p… Read More View the full article

Published by Reuters UK (Reuters) – Russia's lower house of parliament on Thursday unanimously approved on the second of three readings a draft law that would ban gender-affirming surgeries for transgender people. The bill would prohibit medical workers from “performing medical interventions designed to change the sex of a person”, though it exempts surgery to treat congenital anomalies in children. It would also bar people from changing their gender on official identity documents and would prohibit transgender people from adopting children. It would annul a marriage where one partner subsequently changed their gende… Read More View the full article

Published by AFP Paris (AFP) – The Threads app launched by Instagram as a rival to Twitter has signed up more than 100 million users in less than five days, data tracking websites said on Monday, smashing the record of AI tool ChatGPT for fastest-growing consumer app. While ChatGPT took two months to hit the 100 million user mark and video-sharing app TikTok took nine months, Instagram itself took two and a half years to reach that mark after its 2010 launch. Threads went live on Apple and Android app stores in 100 countries on Wednesday and Thursday, though it is not available in Europe because parent company… Read More View the full article

Los Angeles Pride – June, 1991 – About a month after David Cooley opened it as a coffeehouse. Photo by Alan Light The esteemed gay nightclub and eatery, The Abbey, situated in West Hollywood, is now open for acquisition, offering a distinctive opportunity for potential investors. The property, located at 686 Robertson Blvd., is being marketed as “a generational purchase opportunity to acquire one of the world's most iconic nightclubs and restaurants.” The sale encompasses both The Abbey Food & Bar and the Chapel at the Abbey, an expansion that was added in 2016. The original establishment, which began as a coffee shop started by investment banker David Cooley in 1991, gradually morphed into a bustling restaurant and nightclub spanning nearly 10,000 square feet. It was reported by the WeHo Times that Cooley sold a majority stake to SBE Group for $10 million in 2006 but took back ownership in 2015. Photo by John Duran, a former West Hollywood City Council member, recognized Cooley's vision for rejuvenating the historic Boystown and creating a globally acknowledged gay institution. Duran expressed, “As one generation of LGBT passes into memory and new generations arrive, it will be fascinating to witness the changes that may lie ahead for the historic district.” Efforts to get a comment from David Cooley were not successful, and he has not yet made a statement about the sale. Earlier this year, in March, Cooley also put his Hancock Park home on the market for around $7.7 million. The sale of The Abbey is part of a series of recent shifts in West Hollywood's nightlife. In May, reality TV star and restaurateur Lisa Vanderpump announced that she would not extend the lease for her restaurant, Pump, which is near The Abbey. As this iconic gay nightclub in West Hollywood begins a new phase, the city is looking forward to the potential changes that may come to the historic district. View the full article

Published by Socialite Life You’ve seen drag queens face off in fashion challenges, comedy challenges and lip syncs for their lives, but have you seen them battle to rule the underworld? If the answer is “no”, head on over to Dropout to see four iconic and beloved queens from the Drag Race universe take on the world’s most popular RPG. On Dimension 20: Dungeons and Drag Queens, four questing queens embark on an otherworldly journey, descending into the depths of the underworld with sass, style, and sorcery that challenges everyone they encounter. Through fierce undead battles, fumbling encounters with mythical creatures,… Read More View the full article

Published by BANG Showbiz English Elon Musk wants to settle his war with Mark Zuckerberg by having a “literal” penis “measuring contest”. The Twitter chairman has been poking fun at the Meta CEO for some time now, with things intensifying after he launched a rival to the micro-blogging site called Threads last week. The pair are already said to be planning to battle it out in a cage fight, and now, Musk has joked that they should have their manhoods sized up to see who has the biggest. He commented under his previous insult: “I propose a literal dick measuring contest. (sic)” He had originally written: “Zuck is a cuck.” A cuck… Read More View the full article

Published by New York Daily News Former clients of a medical spa in New Mexico have been urged to to get tested for blood-borne infections after another case of the human immunodeficiency virus, or HIV, was linked to a vampire facial treatment offered at the now-shuttered business. The VIP Beauty Salon and Spa in Albuquerque was forced to close its doors in September 2018 after at least two clients tested positive for HIV following the facials, in which a patient's blood is drawn and then components of the blood — specifically the platelet-rich plasma — are injected back into the face using microneedles. In March, another for… Read More View the full article

Published by OK Magazine Tom Cruise has faced his fair share of criticism over the years, but one of his biggest fans has always been Cher. The 77-year-old Goddess of Pop — who once had a brief fling with the Risky Business actor in 1985 after connecting at Sean Penn and Madonna's wedding — has been “down” since her breakup with ex boy-toy Alexander “A.E.” Edwards and turned her thoughts to helming a potential new project with Cruise to shake off the blues. “Cher has always loved acting,” a source spilled to an outlet in a recent interview. “She totally loses herself in the parts she plays — which is just what she nee… Read More View the full article

Published by Reuters LOS ANGELES (Reuters) – Pop superstar Madonna said on Monday that all of the North American dates on her upcoming tour will be postponed while she recovers from a multi-day hospitalization for a serious infection. The “Celebration” tour had been scheduled to kick off this month in Vancouver. Now, the plan is to start the tour with the European leg in October, the “Vogue” singer said on Twitter. Tour operator Live Nation said new North American dates would be announced “as soon as possible” and encouraged fans to hold onto their tickets. Madonna, 64, spent several days in intensive care last mo… Read More View the full article

Published by BANG Showbiz English Lady Gaga does not have to pay the $500,000 reward to a woman who was part of a group convicted of stealing her French bulldogs in 2021. The ‘House of Gucci' star's beloved pooches Koji and Gustav were stolen from her dog walker, and after she offered the reward for their safe return but did not give the money to Jennifer McBride, she sued the Grammy winner. However, TMZ reports that the case was thrown out before it made it to trial. McBride didn't successfully sue the ‘Bad Romance' singer because of her conviction. However, she has the right to resubmit the case, though it's likely it will s… Read More View the full article

Published by Raw Story House Speaker Kevin McCarthy risks the wrath of hardline conservatives yet again as he tries to clear the $886 billion bill through the House this week, Politico reported. Hardline Republicans want the bill to address their pet issues that include culture war topics, but that would risk pushing away Democrats who would join Republicans in passing the National Defense Authorization Act. “Extreme measures that push domestic culture wars” could threaten the bill's passage, said Massachusetts Rep. Jim McGovern, the top Democrat on the House Rules Committee. “There could also be serious issues here… Read More View the full article

Published by BANG Showbiz English Renée Rapp has reportedly hired a leading Hollywood lawyer to get her off Mindy Kaling’s HBO Max show ‘The Sex Lives of College Girls’. The 23-year-old singer and actress is set to take the lead in Tina Fey’s big-screen version of ‘Mean Girls’ the musical is said to have recruited attorney Bryan Freedman so she can leave her role as openly gay student Leighton Murray on Mindy’s hit series after she announced a music tour without getting permission from her show boss. A source told Page Six: “Both sides have been working to resolve things. There are a lot of egos at play.” An insider also added… Read More View the full article

Published by Euronews (English) A former aspiring actor has told a London court he was invited back to Kevin Spacey's flat after approaching him for guidance about acting. He believes he was drugged by Spacey before he allegedly woke to find the two-time Oscar winner performing a sex act on him. The actor, one of four alleged victims in Spacey's ongoing trial in the UK, told a police officer of the alleged incident during an interview that was played to Southwark Crown Court. The man, who is the fourth accuser giving evidence against the Hollywood star, said he had agreed to go the actor's flat because “it's Kevin Spacey.” T… Read More View the full article

Published by Global Voices Photo by Alexander Grey from Pexels. Used under a Pexels license. This article is by Deya Bhattacharya, Movements Engagement Lead at the international non-profit Association for Women’s Rights in Development (AWID) and is based ona series of interviews AWID conducted with partners based in South Asia in 2022. In the interest of security, we have withheld names when necessary. LGBTQ+ movements in South Asia are boldly organizing in all their diversities — whether it be through fighting for legal recognition, or artivism, or advocating for harm reduction, or through community support during time… Read More View the full article

Published by Radar Online Caitlyn Jenner mocked an anti-transgender Republican this weekend after the conservative pundit said Donald Trump was “as pro-trans” as President Joe Biden, RadarOnline.com has learned. The surprising back-and-forth took place on Sunday after former Trump supporter-turned-Ron DeSantis backer John Cardillo accused the former president of being “as pro-trans as Biden” and having “Bruce Jenner in lipstick as a media surrogate.” “Trump is as pro-trans as Biden,” Cardillo tweeted. “He allowed trans contestants into Miss Universe, opposed NC's bathroom bill, and has Bruce Jenner in lipstick as a med… Read More View the full article

Published by Reuters By Diane Bartz and Frank Pingue WASHINGTON (Reuters) -U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal tore into a “repressive” Saudi regime on Tuesday and called the PGA Tour's framework agreement with the country's Public Investment Fund an attempt by Saudi Arabia's government to “buy influence” in U.S. sports. Blumenthal delivered his harsh criticism during a three-hour hearing where two PGA Tour officials testified about the U.S.-based circuit's framework agreement with the Public Investment Fund (PIF), which controls LIV Golf. Saudi Arabia's PIF governor, Yasir Al-Rumayyan, will be the chairman of the new… Read More View the full article

[This post contains video, click to play] Ryan Gosling will be singing and dancing in the upcoming Barbie movie. A video clip has been released, giving a sneak peek of his performance in the musical number called “Just Ken.” The Barbie movie, directed by Greta Gerwig and starring Margot Robbie and Alexandra Shipp, will be released in theaters on July 21. The film's soundtrack features other popular artists like Dua Lipa, Billie Eilish, and Nicki Minaj. Ryan Gosling's vocals in the song were recorded in just three hours, and the end result impressed the soundtrack producer, Mark Ronson. The song also features Slash, the guitarist from Guns N' Roses. ‘Just Ken' Lyrics. Ryan Gosling Sings The Pain Away Doesn't seem to matter what I do I'm always number two No one knows how hard I tried, oh, I I have feelings that I can't explain They're drivin' me insane All my life been so polite [Chorus] ‘Cause I'm just Ken Anywhere else I'd be a ten Is it my destiny to live and die a life of blonde fragility? I'm just Ken Where I see love, she sees a friend What will it take for her to see the man behind the ten and fight for me? [Outro] I'm just Ken and I'm enough And I'm great at doing stuff So, hey, check me out, yeah, I'm just ken Baby, I'm just Ken According to our AI friends: Ken is a secondary character in the movie who plays a crucial role in the storyline. He is a loyal friend and ally to the main character and provides support and assistance throughout their journey. Ken may have a specific skill set or knowledge that becomes essential to the plot, such as being a tech expert or having a deep understanding of the movie's central conflict. He might also serve as comic relief or a source of motivation for the main character. Overall, Ken's presence in the movie helps to enhance the narrative and contribute to the overall success of the story. View the full article

Published by Benzinga As a young Arnold Schwarzenegger was pursuing his dream of becoming a renowned bodybuilder, his bedroom was filled with images of boxing and wrestling champions, which concerned his mother. What Happened: During a recent event, the former California governor opened up about his mother's initial reactions to his unusual choice of wall decor. “My mother was always looking at that wall, and she said, ‘All of your friends have pictures of girls. Where did I go wrong?'” Schwarzenegger recalled, recounting his mother's daily tears in front of the wall until she sought medical advice. Confused and wo… Read More View the full article

Published by Socialite Life Hello, hello, hello! We are back with a slightly abbreviated Week in Drag. It seems a lot of queens took the week off with the holiday, but never fear, we have searched the internet to bring you the finest drag content from your favorite queens. This week, the remaining three All Stars performed drag makeovers that made us pine for the days of Drag U (RIP) and we now know the two queens who will be battling for the crown. Last week, the queens roasted Carson Kressley and brought some frosty fashions to the runway, and our favorite ru-cappers are here to give you their two cents on the looks an… Read More View the full article

Published by The Spun By Andrew Holleran Brittney Griner and her wife, Cherelle Griner, have been having a pretty good year. The WNBA star has been enjoying life back at home, after being imprisoned in Russia for nearly a full year. While Brittey Griner is playing in the WNBA, her attorney wife has been working hard, as well. But this weekend, Cherelle Griner decided to let loose and have some fun at a Beyonce concert. The wife of the longtime women's basketball star clearly had a good time at the concert with her friends. Cherelle Griner uploaded some photos and videos to her social media accounts on Saturday nigh… Read More View the full article

Published by OK Magazine Madonna is back in action. On Sunday, July 9, the Queen of Pop was spotted for the first time since she was hospitalized due to a “serious bacterial infection.” The “Like a Virgin” singer emerged in the Upper East Side after spending weeks out of the spotlight. She was seen wearing a baggy black T-shirt, black shorts and a wide brimmed hat. The blonde beauty accessorized wore some chunky sneakers and her Kabbalah bracelet, as she famously studied Kabbalah in the ‘00s. @laurenconlin4 #MADONNA #madonnafans #madonnaforever #celebritysighting #laureninterviews #nyc #newyorkcity ♬ Lucky Star – Mado… Read More View the full article

Published by BANG Showbiz English Madonna says she is on the “road to recovery”. The Queen of Pop, 64, has been resting at her New York home after she was last month hospitalised – sparking the cancellation of her ‘Celebration Tour' – and came forward on Monday (10.07.23) to say she is getting back on her feet and to thank fans for their support. She said on her Instagram: “Thank you for your positive energy, Prayers and words of healing and encouragement. “I have felt your love. I'm on the road to recovery and incredibly grateful for all the blessings in my life. “My first thought when I woke up in the hospital was my childre… Read More View the full article