Domestic partnership bill advances in New Mexico.
Hated liberals, gays: Knoxville church shooter's manifesto made public.
Dubai bans British author's book because of gay character: “Geraldine Bedell's book The Gulf Between Us was greeted with enthusiasm by organisers because of its setting in the Middle East, but the mood changed swiftly when they discovered a gay character…[International Festival of Literature director Isobel Abulhoul] explained that the book was unsuitable because one of the characters was a gay sheikh with an English boyfriend and the plot was set against the background of the Iraq War which ‘could be a minefield for us'.”
REPORT: Madonna gets involved in Twilight sequel.
Foes launch effort to recall Portland Mayor Sam Adams.
Facebook clarifies its evil new terms of service.
Massachusetts school informs parents of transgender janitor's transition from male to female. “Pro-family” groups apoplectic.
Cheney outraged Bush didn't grant Scooter Libby a full pardon: “Several sources confirmed Cheney refused to take no for an answer. ‘He went to the mat and came back and back and back at Bush,' a Cheney defender said. ‘He was still trying the day before Obama was sworn in.' After repeatedly telling Cheney his mind was made up, Bush became so exasperated with Cheney's persistence he told aides he didn't want to discuss the matter any further. The unsuccessful full-court press left Cheney bitter. ‘He's furious with Bush,' a Cheney source told The News. ‘He's really angry about it and decided he's going to say what he believes.'”
Does Britney Spears have a new Manny?
Long Island Lolita Amy Fisher to become stripper, tour the country: “I love to dance, and I'm an exhibitionist. I am going to take this road until my fans tell me, ‘Dear, please put your clothes back on. You're too old.'”
North Miami's openly gay mayor Kevin Burns to make run for U.S. Senate seat of Mel Martinez.
Michael Phelps won't be charged for smoking pot, and neither will his friends: “I'm glad this matter is put to rest. But there are also some important lessons that I've learned. For me, it's all about recognizing that I used bad judgment and it's a mistake I won't make again. For young people especially – be careful about the decisions you make. One bad decision can really hurt you and the people you care about.”
Michael Jackson's exploding head is part of massive Neverland auction.
Oklahoma to erect Ten Commandments monument on grounds of state capitol? “State Representative Mike Ritze said his bill would authorize installation of a monument similar to the one that the U.S. Supreme Court ruled could remain on the grounds of the Texas State Capitol. It would use the Ten Commandments text from the King James Version of the Bible.”
Catholic bishop in Scranton, PA objects to Keith Boykin speaking appearance.
Robert Pattinson not a fan of fame.
Anti-gay Holocaust denier declines Pope Benedict's appointment as a bishop after public outrage: “Gerhard Maria Wagner said the “fierce criticism” had persuaded him to ask not to be named auxiliary bishop of Linz. Father Wagner has described Hurricane Katrina as God's punishment for the sins of New Orleans, and the Harry Potter novels as satanic. The Catholic news agency Kathpress says the Pope has agreed to the request.”
L.A. Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and Pastor Rick Warren have breakfast: “Evangelical minister Rick Warren brought a message of unity and civility to more than 1,000 people who attended the annual Los Angeles Mayor's Prayer Breakfast today, avoiding mention of his outspoken opposition to gay marriage and abortion rights…Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa was less circumspect, and acknowledged his support of same-sex marriage and ‘a woman's right to choose.' He mentioned that he had performed marriage ceremonies for gay and lesbian couples…'We won't always agree,' Villaraigosa told the audience gathered at the Westin Bonaventure Hotel downtown. ‘But we can agree on basic civil rights. We may not agree on Roe vs. Wade, but we both want to reduce the number of unwanted pregnancies and abortion.'”
