Gus Kenworthy: ‘No Patience’ With Trump, Won’t Go to White House
Kenworthy reiterated his disdain for the administration and talked about the importance of being out on CBS This Morning.
www.advocate.com/sports/2018/2/15/gus-kenworthy-no-patience-trump-wont-go-white-house
Tuthankasmona & Essa Boquinha Eu Já Beijei – 10/02/2018 – Brasília (DF)
midianinja posted a photo:
A junção dos blocos Tuthankasmona e Essa boquinha Eu Já Beijei no sábado de carnaval criou o babado LGBTQ na tarde brasiliense. Embalado ao som de marchas de carnaval e grandes hinos da luta LGBTQ, o público aproveitou bem a diversidade que essa união provocou.
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Let’s talk about gay Olympic figure skater Jorik Hendrickx
“It shouldn’t matter what your sexual orientation is because sport should be about the performances and results.”
Adam Schiff, Bichon Frise, Stormy Daniels, Quinn Norton, Gay Bathhouse, Oprah, Richard Madden: HOT LINKS
ABUNDANCE. Rep. Adam Schiff says House Intelligence Committee has information not yet public that Trump campaign colluded with Russia and obstructed justice: “There is certainly an abundance of non-public information that we’ve gathered in the investigation. And I think some of that non-public evidence is evidence on the issue of collusion and some … on the issue of obstruction.”
FLYNN. Here she is, the winner (reigning bitch) of the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show.
I NEED YOU. Here it is – Paris Hilton’s return to music videos.
THE DRESS. Stormy Daniels says she’ll test her dress for Trump’s DNA. “We’re told Daniels is planning on having the dress forensically tested to search for any DNA that proves she isn’t lying about her tryst with Trump, including samples of skin, hair or … anything.” Says she’s now free to talk: “Sources close to Daniels tell The Blast that her legal team notified President Trump’s legal team, including attorney Michael Cohen, that they are in violation of the agreement they made back in 2016.”
KIM MEYLEMANS. Gay Belgian Olympic skeleton athlete says she’s been threatened by Russian competitors: “I got threats,” Meylemans said this week. “‘It is good that you do not come to Sochi, because homosexuality is like cancer and you are ill.’”
INAUGURATION. White House paid $26 million to event planning firm run by friend of Melania’s: “President Trump’s inaugural committee paid nearly $26 million to an event planning firm started by an adviser to the first lady, Melania Trump, while donating $5 million — less than expected — to charity, according to tax filings released on Thursday.”
2020. Oprah tells 60 Minutes she’s not running for president.
QUINN NORTON. New York Times hires new tech writer, then fires her after homophobic tweets emerge and news of a friendship with a white supremacist.
SOURED. Peter Thiel reportedly leaving Silicon Valley and possibly Facebook’s Board of Directors after relationship with Zuckerberg goes bad: “Thiel, who counts himself among Facebook’s earliest investors, has seen his relationship with Facebook and its CEO Mark Zuckerberg become strained following his open support of President Donald Trump, sources told The Journal.”
SEATTLE. Gay bathhouse for sale.
MALAYSIA. Hong Kong pop star says she was denied permission to perform in Malaysia because of her support for gay rights: “Singer Denise Ho, who is openly gay, said Malaysian officials told her promoter that her application to perform in the capital Kuala Lumpur in April was refused due to her support for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people.”
UN-AIRED SNL SKETCH OF THE DAY. Natalie Portman in “My Little Step Children”.
MUSIC VIDEO OF THE DAY. Eminem and Ed Sheeran “River”.
DOPPLEGANGER OF THE DAY. Folks see a striking resemblance between Gus Kenworthy and Game of Thrones’ Richard Madden.
Uh-oh @_richardmadden they’re on to us… t.co/Okx992Xq6u
— Gus Kenworthy (@guskenworthy) February 13, 2018
You guys, @_richardmadden IS @guskenworthy doppelgänger! This is nuts! pic.twitter.com/jtf116V20s
— shortlittlekidd (@shortlittlekidd) February 13, 2018
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SPD fällt in Umfrage auf Rekordtief – nur noch 1 Prozentpunkt vor der AfD
Der Absturz der SPD in den Umfragen geht ungebremst weiter.
► Im aktuellen ARD-“Deutschlandtrend” erreichen die Sozialdemokraten bei der Sonntagsfrage nur noch 16 Prozent der Stimmen.
► Es ist ein absolutes Rekordtief.
► Gleichzeitig kletterte die AfD auf 15 Prozent – und liegt so nur noch einen Prozentpunkt hinter der SPD.
Die SPD gibt dieser Tage ein chaotisches Bild ab: Erst triumphierte sie mit dem Gewinn wichtiger Ministerien bei den Koalitionsverhandlungen, dann trat SPD-Chef Martin Schulz Außenminister-Kandidat und Vorsitzender zurück.
Laut der Befragten im “Deutschlandtrend” ein guter Schritt: 78 Prozent fanden Schulz’ Rückzug richtig. Allerdings glauben auch 47 Prozent der Befragten, dass seine designierte Nachfolgerin Andrea Nahles die SPD nicht retten kann.
Nahles soll jedoch erst am 22. April zur Vorsitzenden der Partei gewählt werden. Vorher übernimmt noch Hamburgs Bürgermeister Olaf Scholz.
► Der hat gerade erst gesagt, die SPD wolle in vier Jahren wieder den Kanzler stellen – angesichts der derzeitigen Umfragen wird das mehr als schwierig.
Mehr zum Thema: Scholz spricht vom SPD-Kanzler – das muss der Partei Angst machen
www.huffingtonpost.de/entry/spd-deutschlandtrend-rekordtief-afd_de_5a85e718e4b05c2bcac8e81e
Labour’s Sarah Champion Claims Sitting MPs Could ‘In Some Way’ Be Linked To Child Abuse
Labour MP Sarah Champion has alleged sitting MPs could “in some way or another” be involved with child abuse.
Speaking to the House magazine, Champion argued abuse is “always about power” and it did “not take a conspiracy theorist” to realise how sitting MPs could abuse their power.
The MP went on to claim that ex-Prime Minister David Cameron understood the need to take on child sexual abuse because he is a father, but the issue has dropped off Theresa May’s “radar”.
Champion also said Westminster would not handle fresh allegations of child abuse any better than it did in the 1970s and 1980s.
“Would a child sex abuse scandal be dealt with differently now? I don’t know that it would,” said Champion, whose Rotherham constituency was at the centre of a child abuse scandal.
“One in 20 children will have a sexual assault against them.
“When you look at something inappropriate happening to them that drops dramatically to one in four girls and one in eight boys.
“That might be inappropriate language or made to feel uncomfortable or in a compromising situation – not necessarily being physically groped.
“So, there is no way that there aren’t people who are sitting MPs who aren’t involved in some way or another or a member of their family is.
“I mean, that’s just the reality and I know that’s very uncomfortable and no one wants to think about it.”
It is not the first time the Rotherham MP has made startling claims about abuse.
Last year she was forced to resign as Shadow Equalities Minister after writing a newspaper column in which she described the “problem” of white girls being raped by British Pakistani men.
She added: “I do not feel with this government that (tackling child sexual abuse) is a priority at all.
“David Cameron got it and I think he got it because I went to him as a dad rather than going to him as a politician.
“Theresa May was great when she was Home Secretary and then as soon as she shifted to PM it’s dropped off the radar. It’s clearly not a priority for them. It’s someone else’s problem.”
Champion went on to say that she believed until female genital mutilation (FGM) is viewed as child abuse, people will always “turn the other cheek”.
She said: “Until we start viewing it in terms of child abuse and gendered violence we always give people a get out, or we always find that we turn the other cheek.
“Again, it’s the same as Rotherham. We don’t want to be seen as being culturally insensitive.”
www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/sarah-champion-mps-childabuse_uk_5a85bd67e4b0ab6daf470292
These guys met on Twitter, so guess where they got married?
Keeping with the theme, they even exchanged 280-character wedding vows.
If a Flawless Gay Vacation of Beach, Boys, Bars, and Brunch is Your Wish, Here’s the Perfect Destination
Island House.
For those wondering how to spend their hard-earned gay dollars this year, clear your calendars for a trip to the Conch Republic of Key West. The southernmost city in the continental United States has a rich gay history that still attracts flocks of LGBT travelers each year.
The island’s welcoming attitude (summed up nicely in local parlance, “Close to perfect, far from normal”) make it an ideal spot for gay visitors. With its unique blend of fun in the sun and vibrant LGBT hotspots, it’s easy to pack a long weekend (or indulge in an extended stay) on the island, but if you’re curious where to start, we’ve rounded up our TOP FOUR reasons to drop everything and book your trip to Key West right now.
Andy Newman/Florida Keys News Bureau/HO
No matter what kind of watering hole you prefer to wet your whistle, you’re sure to find the perfect place in Key West. There’s a variety of gay bars to choose from, running the gamut from mild to wild. Make your reservations to catch one of the nightly drag shows at 801 Bourbon Bar, home to the 801 Girls and their leader, the legendary drag queen Sushi. You can also catch the Aquanettes nightly performing at Aqua.
On the other end of the spectrum, if you’d rather see folks performing masculinity, check out the leather and Levi’s scene at 1 Saloon, where rough and tumble patrons compete for Best Chest, Best Butt and much more (like, a lot more) Fridays at midnight.
If you’re looking for a little something more laid back, Bobby’s Monkey Bar is the perfect spot to mix it up with the locals. The clientele is mixed gay and gay-friendly, so swing by for a low-key nightcap or casual cocktail.
Photo by Andy Newman/Florida Keys News Bureau
You certainly didn’t come to Key West to stay inside all day, so soak in the sun at Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park. Although it’s a picturesque park, beachgoers be warned: It can get a bit rocky, so pack your swim shoes. The titular fort is also an interesting attraction to learn more about its role in the Civil War and Spanish-American War.
There’s also Dry Tortugas, which is a boat ride away, but worth it for the crystal clear waters, coral reefs and marine life. While there you can also check out Fort Jefferson, one of the largest 19th century forts in the United States.
Leave landlubbers behind for some adventures on the water. Hop aboard a jet ski or take to the sky parasailing with Fury. If that’s a touch too extreme, chill-y out with with your willy out aboard the Blu Q, Key West’s longest-running, all-gay charter. Check out the availability of their clothing-optional, all-male daytime sails and sunset cruises for gay men and women.
While Key West makes a great romantic getaway for couples, single travelers will certainly have their, um, hands full with friendly locals and fellow travelers. Take full advantage of Key West’s welcoming clothing-optional culture with a stay at gay guesthouses like the iconic Island House, where the bumping poolside scene and video room will feed your wild side while luxurious rooms and a world-class café help you unwind, or Equator Resort, which includes 11 complimentary adult channels beamed right into your bedroom.
For a whole other kind of sightseeing, take a night to visit Bourbon St. Pub. Proudly hosting the Men of Bourbon, ogle sexy, shirtless go-go boys while sipping your vodka-soda. After you’ve had enough liquid courage, head upstairs to the clothing-optional New Orleans House to lose your inhibitions (and pants).
You certainly won’t go hungry during your stay in Key West. The island boasts a bustling culinary scene featuring mouth-watering meals from delicious fried conch fritters to high-end cuisine. Of course, the most important meal for any gay traveler is brunch. Take advantage of Key West’s fresh seafood options with Florida lobster benedict at Banana Café or a local yellowtail snapper benedict at Azur.
Don’t worry if you oversleep. You can always grab an Instagram-worthy donut at Glazed Donuts before hitting up the Sunday pool party at Island House or the traditional Sunday tea dance at La Te Da in the afternoon.
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What Is It Like To Have A Hysterectomy In Your 20s Or 30s?
“I never had a single doubt about having children,” wrote Lena Dunham, about her decision to undergo a hysterectomy at the age of 31. The actor, who has endometriosis, explained that she did not make the decision lightly. “With pain like this, I will never be able to be anyone’s mother. Even if I could get pregnant, there’s nothing I can offer.”
Doctors found that in addition to endometriosis, where tissue that behaves like the lining of the womb is found outside of the womb, she also had retrograde bleeding – where her period ran in reverse, meaning her stomach was “full of blood”.
Dunham wrote that following the surgery to remove her uterus, she is hopeful that her ovaries might still contain eggs and is also considering adoption. In light of her poignant piece, we spoke to four women about what they want others to know about having the surgery.
1. ‘Don’t view it as an exhausting battle.’
Elizabeth Sparkes had a hysterectomy two weeks ago and says “it was the best option” for her. It’s worth noting that this surgery is not a cure for endometriosis, which affects one in 10 women of reproductive age in the UK. (If you’d like to find out more about the condition, you can read more here.)
The 36-year-old lived with endometriosis symptoms from the age of 12 but wasn’t diagnosed until she was 26. After having two children, one naturally and one through IVF, Elizabeth made the tough call to have a hysterectomy.
She wants other women to know that while extreme, sometimes this form of treatment really is the best option. Her advice is simple: “Try not to see it as a battle, which is kind of exhausting. Instead, view it as a challenge.”
Self-care is also incredibly important to Elizabeth. “For me the whole journey has been made easier by self-care steps like meditation, not asking others’ opinions too much, listening to my body and being mindful of my thoughts – for example, not seeing it as a fight.”
2. ‘Try to be positive.’
Hazel Galloway was diagnosed with cervical cancer when she was 26. One month later she had a hysterectomy to remove the cancer from her body.
Hazel, who lives in Leeds and is now cancer-free, says a positive outlook really helped her through this difficult time. “I viewed it as: this is the best way to deal with something to ensure long-term health,” she explains. “It made me reevaluate how I live my life and has helped me focus on exercise, eating better and not over-working. Life is short so you should spend time doing the things you enjoy.”
Her surgery happened quickly which meant she didn’t really have time to consider the repercussions of having her uterus removed. She only began thinking about the effects while recuperating.
“Being in recovery, while everyone else was at work, I had a lot of time to think about my own life ahead of me. I never thought at the age of 26 I’d be thinking that I can’t have children. But everyone’s life has a different path and it’s something I’ve just had to come to terms with.”
Rae Martin, 55, from Herne Bay had a hysterectomy at the age of 34 after suffering with heavy periods for years. She had children in her early twenties, but still worried that having her womb removed would take away her femininity.
The social media consultant now describes her hysterectomy as “the best thing I’ve ever done,” as before surgery her periods were so heavy that she had to plan her life around going to the toilet.
Her advice for others considering surgery is “don’t be scared”.
She says: “I was so frightened because I thought I wasn’t a woman, I wouldn’t feel feminine, I was frightened that I’d be put into the change [early menopause]. But I wasn’t, they saved my ovaries so I had a normal menopause. Having a hysterectomy gave me my life back.”
4. ‘Ask for therapy afterwards.’
Elizabeth Broadhurst, 40, from Suffolk, was just 33 when she had a hysterectomy. She experienced symptoms of endometriosis for 21 years prior to being diagnosed, which included pain during sex, bleeding between periods and seven heartbreaking miscarriages. At the worst point, she was bleeding for 24 days of the month. “I wanted to be a mum so much,” she says. “I was being defined by the fact I wanted to be a mum and was so blinkered by it that I couldn’t see what I was doing to my health.”
After taking medication to ease her symptoms, Liz realised she could never go back to the level of pain she had been experienced before. When the medication became less effective, doctors gave her the opportunity to have a hysterectomy and within a couple of months she was on the operating table having her womb, ovaries and part of her bowel removed. “I felt at that point that having it done would relieve me from all the pain,” she explains. “I didn’t understand just how mentally challenging it was going to be afterwards.”
Post-surgery Liz says she experienced PTSD and found it very difficult to be around pregnant women or babies. She wishes she had been offered therapy or counselling after, as the mental pain overwhelmed her. “It’s the hardest thing I’ve ever had to deal with,” she says. “In the end I paid for my own counselling.”
Her advice to other women is: ask for help and ask for therapy. “You know your body and you know what you can take,” she says. “It’s atrocious that we go through this, but there are many positives that come afterwards. Try to look for the positives in the darker days.”
Liz is running the Brighton Marathon for Endometriosis UK. You can donate to the cause here. She also blogs here.
www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/what-it-is-like-to-have-a-hysterectomy_uk_5a8566eae4b0774f31d24bc8
