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'Sunset Blvd' Star Gets Slammed on 'X' for Russell Brand Comment
The recent good will given Nicole Scherzinger for playing Norma Desmond in a high-tech revival of "Sunset Blvd." came to an end on "X" after she liked a Russell Brand IG in which he wore a MAGA-styled hat.
A Record 13 Women Will be Governors Next Year after New Hampshire Elected Kelly Ayotte
The election of Republican Kelly Ayotte as New Hampshire's governor means 13 women will serve as a state's chief executive next year, breaking the record of 12 set after the 2022 elections.
Supporting LGBTQ+ Health: How Nicotine Pouches Can Help You Quit Smoking
This interesting article looks at the latest methods for giving up smoking, especially useful for the LGBTQ+ community, as well as for other people who want to quit cigarettes.
Liberty University Sued by Former IT Staffer Fired after Disclosing She's a Transgender Woman
The bitter nationwide debate over transgender rights is playing out on a very personal level in a federal court lawsuit filed in Virginia by a former Liberty University employee.
Streaming Service Mubi Cancels Entire Film Festival after Turkey Bans Gay Drama 'Queer' at Last Moment
The arthouse streaming company Mubi said it has canceled an entire film festival it was planning in Turkey after the country's authorities banned a screening of the upcoming gay drama "Queer."
How is Trump's Second Term Likely to Impact Queer Americans?
Vice President-elect JD Vance wasn't wrong when he declared that "normal gay guy[s]," as he put it, "just want to be left the hell alone..." But with Trump headed back to the White House, that's probably not going to be the case.
Recent Violence on the Rise Against LGBTQ+ Individuals in the Once Accepting Ivory Coast
Young people who identified in the LGBTQ+ community had generally felt safe going on same-sex dates in Abidjan. Recently, this seems to have changed with a slew of intolerant social media posts arising, fueling acts of violence in the street.
Here Are New Guidelines for Preventing Stroke, the Nation's 4th Biggest Killer
The majority of strokes could be prevented, according to new guidelines aimed at helping people and their doctors do just that.
Everything You Need to Know about Poppers
With a history spanning almost 200 years, poppers have come a long way in order to become the inspiration for one of Troy Savan's most recent singles. Learn more here!
The Boy Scouts Inspired Norman Rockwell. His Works Will Now Help Pay Abuse Survivors
Many of the works from the Boy Scouts of America's collection are as interwoven into American life as the organization itself. Next week, the works will begin to be auctioned off.
Argentine Prosecutors Charge 3 People Linked to the Death of Former One Direction Star Liam Payne
Three people have been charged in connection with the death of Liam Payne, a former member of musical group One Direction who died after falling from the balcony of his hotel room in Buenos Aires last month, Argentine prosecutors said Thursday.
Mass. Dem Rep Seth Moulton Buys into GOP's Anti-Trans Rhetoric with Some of his Own
Rep. Seth Moulton of Massachusetts, who was one of two dozen Democrats who sought the party's presidential nomination in 2020, suggested the party should shift its approach to transgender issues with some anti-trans rhetoric of his own.
Exit Poll: Queer Voters Backed Harris, Abandoned Trump in Droves
Trump and Vance made vaguely supportive noises on the campaign trail, but LGBTQ+ Americans didn't buy it; an overwhelming share of queer voters backed Vice President Kamala Harris at the ballot box.
Donald Trump Wins US Presidency, GOP Reclaims Senate Majority
Republican Donald Trump was elected the 47th president of the United States on Wednesday: With a win in Wisconsin, Trump cleared the 270 electoral votes needed to clinch the presidency.
Silenced Transgender State Lawmaker Zooey Zephyr Wins Reelection in Montana
Montana state Rep. Zooey Zephyr won in a race that will allow the transgender lawmaker to return to the House floor nearly two years after she was silenced and sanctioned by her Republican colleagues.
Trump Wins Three Swing States, Closing in on a Victory as GOP Reclaims Senate Majority
Republican Donald Trump won North Carolina, capturing one of the seven heavily contested battlegrounds, while Republicans reclaimed control of the Senate.
New York Voters Pass Constitution Change that Supporters Say Will Protect Abortion and Trans Rights
New York voters have approved an amendment to the state's constitution barring discrimination based on things including "gender identity" and "pregnancy outcomes," changes supporters say will further protect transgender and abortion rights.
Democrat Sarah McBride of Delaware to Become First Openly Transgender Person to Serve in Congress
Delaware state Sen. Sarah McBride has been elected to the U.S. House and will become the first openly transgender person to serve in Congress.
Montana Rep. Zooey Zephyr Must Win Reelection to Return to the House Floor after 2023 Sanction
Montana state Rep. Zooey Zephyr is seeking reelection in a race that could allow the transgender lawmaker to return to the House floor nearly two years after she was silenced and sanctioned by her Republican colleagues.
On the Night before Election Day, Kamala Harris Brings in Celebrities. Donald Trump is Unimpressed
On the night before Election Day, at campaign events across the country, celebrities including Oprah Winfrey, Lady Gaga and Jon Bon Jovi turned out in force for Kamala Harris' presidential bid.