NBC is trying to reassure its gay employees about Olympic coverage and their safety, the AP reports: The network said in a memo that it finds … [Read more...] about NBC Assures Gay Employees of Their Safety in Sochi as Network Shuns Coverage of Anti-Gay Laws
Archives for August 2013
San Francisco Hosts GaymerX, The World’s First Gay Video Game Convention: VIDEO
Last weekend hundreds of gay video gamers, or "gaymers", descended upon the Kabuki Hotel in San Francisco to attend the first ever … [Read more...] about San Francisco Hosts GaymerX, The World’s First Gay Video Game Convention: VIDEO
Gay Rights Charities on the Hunt for Designer to Create Olympic Anti-Homophobia Outfit
Two gay rights charities have announced plans to unveil an anti-homophobia outfit for Olympians to wear in Sochi next year as a sign of solidarity … [Read more...] about Gay Rights Charities on the Hunt for Designer to Create Olympic Anti-Homophobia Outfit
U.S. Olympic Runner Nick Symmonds Speaks Out Against Russia’s Anti-gay Law
In a blog post published Wednesday, two-time U.S. Olympic runner and ally Nick Symmonds joined a growing chorus of athlete voices in speaking out … [Read more...] about U.S. Olympic Runner Nick Symmonds Speaks Out Against Russia’s Anti-gay Law
Obama Addresses Russia’s Anti-Gay Laws, Olympic Boycott: VIDEO
President Obama addressed outrage over Russia's anti-gay laws at today's White House press conference and said he disagreed with calls to … [Read more...] about Obama Addresses Russia’s Anti-Gay Laws, Olympic Boycott: VIDEO
Russian Government Intimidating Journalists And Activists Before The Olympics
News sites everywhere have been documenting the issues in Russia surrounding the 2014 Olympics in Sochi, including abuse of migrant workers, the … [Read more...] about Russian Government Intimidating Journalists And Activists Before The Olympics
Towleroad Guide to the Tube #1412
COFFIN SKYDIVE: Convenient if you happen to die. JIMMY KIMMEL: "Where do you stand on Georgia Republicans who say they have a higher opinion of … [Read more...] about Towleroad Guide to the Tube #1412
News: Pink Planet, Eliot Spitzer, Taiwan, Alec Baldwin, Zanzibar
Actress Karen Black dies at 74. Leah Remini files missing persons report for Scientology leader's wife. NSA loophole allows warrantless search for … [Read more...] about News: Pink Planet, Eliot Spitzer, Taiwan, Alec Baldwin, Zanzibar
Season 3 Trailer for ‘Homeland’ Arrives: VIDEO
Typically, the new trailer for Homeland raises more questions than answers, but for those of you who have been awaiting its return, here's some … [Read more...] about Season 3 Trailer for ‘Homeland’ Arrives: VIDEO
El Paso, Texas Wedding Venue Turns Away Gay Couple, Staff Responds: VIDEO
A popular wedding venue in El Paso is under fire after turning away a Texas gay couple's request to hold a reception ceremony at the location. … [Read more...] about El Paso, Texas Wedding Venue Turns Away Gay Couple, Staff Responds: VIDEO