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NYU withholds degree from gay transgender student over commencement speech

New York University is facing mounting criticism after it withheld the diploma of Logan Rozos, a graduating senior, actor, and gay Black trans man, who used his commencement speech to condemn the war in Gaza and call out U.S. complicity in what he …

Does Canberra still need a gay bar? Andrew Barr weighs in

ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr, who is the country's longest-serving and only openly gay government leader, thinks it's only a matter of time before something comes along to fill the void. Canberra is, after all, known as the most progressive …

Texas House approves HB 1738 to repeal 'homosexual conduct' ban

The Texas House of Representatives has given initial approval to repeal a nonfunctioning "homosexual conduct" ban. This move comes over two decades after the U.S. Supreme Court found the ban unconstitutional in Lawrence v. Texas. The Texas House …

Brianna ‘Chickenfry’ LaPaglia is trying out jorts in her ‘bisexual’ fashion era: ‘I’ve been taking risks’

Brianna “Chickenfry” LaPaglia is in her experimental era. The “BFFs” podcast host, 25, told Page Six Style at the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue 2025 launch party on Thursday that she’s a whole new Bri after her traumatic breakup with Zach Bryan last …

Aussie gay group issue clarification after rugby fans accidently sign up

Supporters of a newly-announced National Rugby League (NRL) club in Australia have been signing up for a group aimed at gay men - without realising it. Perth Bears is set to enter the NRL competition in 2027 as the head of rugby league in Western Australia …

Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, DC to Display AIDS Quilt for WorldPride 2025

The Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, DC, St. Thomas’ Parish Episcopal Church and community leaders will gather on Thursday, May 22, to dedicate a display of the AIDS Memorial Quilt during WorldPride 2025. The ceremony for the AIDS Memorial Quilt, which …

Texas House takes steps to repeal 'homosexual conduct' ban

AUSTIN, Texas - The Texas House gave approval to a proposal to repeal a 1973 law banning "homosexual conduct" that was ruled unconstitutional more than 20 years ago. The U.S. Supreme Court found the ban unconstitutional in 2003 when they ruled in …

Antigua: EMT sentenced to 10 years for attempted murder of gay man

A 24-year-old Emergency Medical Technician has been sentenced to 10 years in prison following his conviction for attempted murder in Antigua. The sentencing comes after a trial that concluded in February when eight of nine jurors found the man, Jeconiah …

Texas House votes to repeal state's unconstitutional ban on gay sex

click to enlarge Shutterstock / Longfin Media A woman holds a sign during an LGBTQIA+ rights protest. The Texas House voted 72-55 Thursday to grant preliminary approval to a bill to repeal the state’s unconstitutional and unenforceable law …

Knock knock. Who's there? Gay jokes to the rescue!

It’s funny how many straight male comedians have gay jokes. No, “funny” isn’t the right word. At any given show, on any given night, in any given town in America, I will stand patiently in the back of the room awaiting my turn. If it’s hilarious, I’ll …

Eleni Kostopoulos: The mother of murdered gay, human rights activist Zak paints his portrait

It was 21 September, 2018, when one of the most prominent LGBTQ and HIV-positive activists in Greece, Zacharias Kostopoulos,  was lynched and murdered on a street in central Athens, in the seedy neigborhood of Omonia Square. He was just 33-years-old and …

Matteo Lane Defends Gayle King Over Gay Slur Controversy: ‘Hysterical!’

It was the quoted joke that had folks clutching their pearls all the way into the stratosphere. And Matteo Lane is not having it, ya’ll. As you may know, Gayle King landed herself in some hot water last month during a CBS Mornings interview with the …

History Is Made As SI Swimsuit Issue Cover Will Be Out Asian Lesbian Lauren Chan

Sports Illustrated has made history with this year’s Swimsuit Edition, which was released on May 13. As is tradition, the special edition magazine was released with four different cover models. One of them was Lauren Chan, an Asian and Middle-Eastern plus- …

Texas House votes to repeal state’s long-defunct ban on gay sex

Kristi Noem refuses to say if gay hairdresser deported to notorious prison is still alive

South Dakota governor Kristi Noem. (Getty/Brandon Bell) Secretary of homeland security Kristi Noem has refused to discuss the fate of a gay hairdresser with no criminal record, who was deported to a brutal mega prison in El Salvador under the US …

Review | Santa Barbara Gay Men’s Chorus: ‘Fight and Flight’

Benito Skinner channels closeted chaos into Prime Video's gay comedy

Benito Skinner knows a thing or two about trying to play it straight. For his fourth-grade birthday party, he invited the boys in his class to go see Disney’s 2004 camp masterpiece “Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen.” (“I was like, ‘It’s because Lindsay …

‘The Little Sister’ Review: Coming-of-Age Drama About a French Muslim’s Lesbian Awakening Is a Low-Key Stunner

Just like American cinema never wearies of road movies, French cinema has long been littered with sexual coming-of-age films: tales of young people exploring their bodies, appetites and identities over the course of a sun-soaked summer vacation, a …

Benito Skinner reveals how new comedy reflects his gay college life

Benito Skinner says his new show Overcompensating was inspired by his experience as a gay college student. (Prime Video/Getty) Overcompensating star Benito Skinner has explained how the queer comedy series reflected his life as a young gay boy and …

Business Solutions Marketing Group Unveils AI Review Builder to Revolutionize Small Business Reputation Management

MECHANICSBURG, PA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Business Solutions Marketing Group, a leader in digital marketing solutions for small businesses, today announced the launch of AI Review Builder, an advanced, AI-driven platform …

New York Art Life Features Ellenoor Shameli: A Journey Through Innovative Video Storytelling at the BBC

Join us as we explore the captivating world of video journalism with Ellenoor Shameli, BBC's Features Video Fellow, in this week's exclusive interview. CHELSEA, MANHATTAN, NY, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New York …

Pej Vahdat and Shomit James to Co-Host New Series Spotlighting American Made Medical Manufacturing

SAN JOSE, CA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Acclaimed actor Pej Vahdat and entrepreneur Shomit James will co-host a bold new television series that brings the spotlight to medical device manufacturers operating right here in …

Houzeo Launches Advanced Homebuyer Platform in Michigan

Home buyers across the Great Lakes State can now find their dream home on Houzeo, schedule a tour, and submit offers. DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Houzeo, America’s #1 home selling website and app, is now …

Levels Ventures Launches a Dedicated Ai Consulting Practice to Accelerate AI-Readiness for B2B Enterprises across APAC

Levels Ventures Launches Pivotale AI, a Dedicated Consulting Practice to Accelerate AI-Led Growth for B2B Enterprises across APAC and MENA SYDNEY, NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global go-to-market advisory firm …

Houzeo Enhances Its Presence in Arizona with Launch of Buyer Platform

Home buyers across the Grand Canyon State can now find their dream home on Houzeo, schedule a tour, and submit offers. PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Houzeo, America’s #1 home selling website and app, is now …

Think Tank Identifies 10 Technologies to Enhance EU Security and Prosperity

The critical investments the EU can’t afford to miss COPENHAGEN, DENMARK, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 10 critical emerging technologies have the potential to dramatically enhance both Europe's security preparedness and economic …

NEQSOL Holding Partners with Swiss GRC to Digitalize Governance, Risk, and Compliance Across Global Operations

Swiss GRC platform to power NEQSOL Holding's digital evolution in governance, risk and compliance management BAKU, AZERBAIJAN, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NEQSOL Holding, a diversified international group operating in telecommunications, …

Houzeo Expands Its Reach in Ohio with the Launch of a New Buyer Platform

Home buyers across the Buckeye State can now find their dream home on Houzeo, schedule a tour, and submit offers. COLUMBUS, OH, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Houzeo, America’s #1 home selling website and app, is now launching …

This week New York Art Life presents Maya Amelia Ferdiansyah, Creative Talent in Competitive New York

Cultural Chameleon: Maya Amelia Ferdiansyah on Strategic Creativity and Cross-Cultural Innovation in New York CHELSEA, MANHATTAN, NY, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This week, New York Art Life magazine had the privilege of …

FullNet Communications Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend

FullNet Communications’ Board of Directors Approves Quarterly Cash Dividend Under Its Quarterly Cash Dividend Program. FullNet Communications, Inc. (OTCMKTS:FULO) OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FullNet …

82-Acre Off-Market Texas Tract Available for AI, Crypto and Energy Development

Texas Land Opportunity for Global Investors: 82 acres unzoned Texas land near Dallas for $1.2M. Ideal for global AI, crypto, & BESS investors. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Texas leads the global surge in AI, …

TIAGO PZK DELIVERS SPECTACULAR TWO-NIGHT SOLD-OUT RUN AT BUENOS AIRES’ MOVISTAR ARENA

MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tiago PZK electrified Buenos Aires with two sold-out performances at the iconic Movistar Arena this past weekend, presenting his acclaimed album Gotti A and recent EP Gotti B in a …

Javier Palomarez, USHBC President & CEO, Applauds Verizon for $5 Billion Pledge to American Small Businesses

WASHINGTON D.C., DC, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC) proudly commends Verizon for its bold commitment to invest $5 billion over the next five years in U.S. small business …

Sharp Semiconductor Innovation, IIT Hyderabad and WiSig Networks, successfully demonstrate Beyond 5G and 6G Technologies

SSIC, IITH & WiSig demoed B5G/6G at IITH: ASUKA SDR-UE + Open RAN base station hit 5G-class performance, paving Indo-Japan path to FWA, V2X, NB-IoT. HYDERABAD, TELANGANA, INDIA, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sharp Semiconductor …

Whitelabel IT Solutions Launches SpeedyKVM Cloud VPS Powered by SolusVM 2.0

Whitelabel IT Solutions' SpeedyKVM Cloud VPS services—delivers 10Gb uplinks, NVMe storage & scalable performance with SolusVM 2.0 backend. HACKENSACK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Whitelabel IT Solutions is proud …

CTS Technology Solutions Unveils Comprehensive Cybersecurity Stack to Fortify Business Defenses

A Powerful, Multi-Layered Cybersecurity Suite Designed to Detect, Prevent, and Respond to Evolving Threats—Keeping Businesses Secure and Resilient. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CTS Technology Solutions, a …

Houzeo Expands Its Footprint in California, Launches a Cutting-Edge Buyer Platform

Home buyers across the Golden State can now find their dream home on Houzeo, schedule a tour, and submit offers. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Houzeo, America’s #1 home selling website and app, is now launching …

Javier Palomares, USHBC President & CEO, Applauds Verizon for $5 Billion Pledge to American Small Businesses

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC) proudly commends Verizon for its bold commitment to invest $5 billion over the next five years in U.S. small business suppliers …

Thrive in 2025 by Tony Robbins Introduces Mastermind Business System for Knowledge-Based Entrepreneurs

Thrive in 2025 is a free, three-day global virtual training event that empowers individuals to enter the Knowledge Economy by turning their story into income. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to the …