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TLC Bringing Duggars Back to TV For Child Sex Abuse Documentary
TLC Bringing Duggars Back to TV For Child Sex Abuse Documentary
The network was forced to cancel its number 1 show, 19 Kids And Counting, because of the family’s child abuse scandal, but now may reap new ratings rewards with a one-hour special.
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19 Men Go Shirtless And Share Their Body Image Struggles
19 Men Go Shirtless And Share Their Body Image Struggles
The fruitless quest for a “perfect” body isn’t unique to women, though based on the body image conversations we tend to hear, it’s easy to think so.
Rather than obsess over attaining thinness, however, men are more likely than women to consider themselves underweight, and focus on getting more muscle tone, studies suggest. But there is a range of expectations for what a “masculine” body should look like — and negative associations with the ones that fall short. One study found that men linked being fat with “weakness of will,” while being lean and muscular was associated with “feelings of confidence and power in social situations.”
According to mental health experts, men may have a harder time accessing communication tools to express their insecurities and work through them. While there’s recently been more cultural celebration of a diverse range of body types for men and women, for men to communicate openly about body concerns still carries a stigma.
In an effort to demonstrate that men of all ages and sizes struggle with body image, HuffPost Women photographed 19 men, from those in their 20s to their 60s, without their shirts and spoke candidly with them about their body hang-ups.
Spoiler alert: Men have body insecurities, too, and that’s nothing to be ashamed of.
Photos by: Damon Dahlen
Produced by: Rebecca Adams & Tyler Kingkade
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Tab Hunter recalls his very real fear of being outed as a closeted movie star in the 1950s
Tab Hunter recalls his very real fear of being outed as a closeted movie star in the 1950s
Tab Hunter, now 84, came out publicly as a gay man nearly a decade ago.
But it almost happened 50 years earlier when he was taking off as a movie star and was very deep in the closet.
‘It all came about because Henry Willson, who “discovered” me and many other “pretty boy” actors, was upset when I left him to be represented by another agent,’ Hunter writes in the current issue of The Hollywood Reporter.
Around the same time that Hunter left Willson, the agent learned that the scandal magazine Confidential was planning to out Rock Hudson who was still one of Willson’s clients.
‘He cut a deal with them to keep Rock out of their pages feeding them dirt on me instead,’ Hunter writes.
Willson made the magazine aware of the fact that five years earlier, a then unknown Hunter
had been arrested for disorderly conduct when police raided a party at which he and a number of other gay people were in attendance.
Confidential then ran the story on its cover and described it as “a pajama party” and insinuated that Hunter had been at some sort of gay orgy.
‘When the Confidential article came out … I thought my career was over,’ Hunter recalls.
But it wasn’t.
‘Thankfully, at just about the same time, Photoplay, which had a much bigger circulation, came out with an issue featuring me and Natalie Wood on the cover, identifying us as the year’s most popular new stars,’ he writes. ‘That probably saved me. After all, in Hollywood, everybody talks, but nothing matters more than the bottom line.’
Hunter went on to have a career high in 1958 as the lead in film version of the hit musical Damn Yankees. This came a year after Hunter topped the pop music charts with the smash hit single Young Love.
He remained closeted to the public but privately, enjoyed a robust romantic life. He had long-term relationships with actor Anthony Perkins and champion figure skater Ronnie Robertson before settling down with his partner of over 30 years, Allan Glaser.
A 2015 documentary about his life,Tab Hunter Confidential, was directed by Jeffrey Schwarz and produced by Glaser.
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Greg Hernandez
Positively Trans Launches Survey of Transgender People Living with HIV
Positively Trans Launches Survey of Transgender People Living with HIV
The Transgender Law Center’s Positively Trans project has launched a pioneering survey of the experiences and needs of transgender and gender-nonconforming people living with HIV.
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News: Kurt Cobain, Cuba, Sesame Street, Texas, Toy Story 4
News: Kurt Cobain, Cuba, Sesame Street, Texas, Toy Story 4
> Israeli newspaper Haaretz calls Sen. Al Franken “gay” in Tweet about Iran nuclear deal.
> World’s hottest math teacher Pietro Boselli models some underwear.
> VICE looks into the emerging fetish of dildos that “impregnate” you with fake alien eggs.
> Apple releases new employee diversity numbers.
> Philadelphia gay bashing court case delayed as lawyers for the three suspects haggle over a plea deal.
> TLC gears up for the return of the Duggars on an upcoming documentary on sex abuse.
> Kurt Cobain’s solo album to be released in November.
> U.S. and Cuban diplomats spar over human rights after flag raising at U.S. Embassy in Havana.
> This is officially the coolest baby gift ever.
> Nutty End Times televangelist Jim Bakker wants you to buy some horses before God sends an EMP attack as punishment for gay marriage.
> Rick Santorum calls Ben Carson’s fetal tissue research in the early 1990s “morally suspect.”
> Donald Trump thinks Rand Paul should exit the 2016 GOP race. “Rand should save his lobbyist’s and special interest money and just go quietly home.”
> Twitter reacts to Sesame Street heading to HBO.
> White House releases Obama’s Spotify playlist.
> Toy Story 4 will be a love story about Woody and Bo Peep.
> Astronomers discover the most “Jupiter-like” exoplanet ever.
> Alabama woman arrested trying to break into jail.
> Downton Abbey cast poses for final season promo photo.
> First look at Captain America and Black Panther in Captain America: Civil War.
> Maryland’s AG clarifies same-sex couples can commit adultery too.
> Texas has issued 1,000 same-sex marriage licenses since the Supreme Court ruling in June.
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WATCH: Sean Hayes and Husband’s Hilarious ‘80s Lip-Synch Video
WATCH: Sean Hayes and Husband’s Hilarious ‘80s Lip-Synch Video
Sean Hayes and his hubby Scott lip-synching like it’s the ’80s? What more do you need?!?
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& Other Stories Features Transgender Models In Latest Campaign
& Other Stories Features Transgender Models In Latest Campaign
H&M’s rad sister store & Other Stories just got even more rad.
On Friday the fashion-forward retailer launched its latest ad campaign for an athleisure capsule collection, and the ads feature two transgender models, Valentijn De Hingh and Hari Nefstylist. The shoot was also brought to life by a creative team made up of photographer Amos Mac, stylist Love Bailey and makeup artist Nina Poon, who all identify as transgender.
In a press release from the brand, & Other Stories’ creative director Sara Hildén Bengtson talked about the decision to hire models and creatives who identify as transgender.
“The fashion world is embracing transgender models and we think that’s great. But we couldn’t help to ask ourselves how the traditional fashion gaze can change if we keep the same normative crew behind the camera. So we invited five amazing creatives, all transgender, to make our latest story,” she said.
& Other Stories joins the likes of Barneys New York and Make Up For Ever in featuring transgender models in its ads. Hiring behind-the-scen
Check out more images from the campaign below, which launches in & Other Stories locations and online August 20.
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Three homes to bring you up close and personal with Camden, London’s quirkiest quarter
Three homes to bring you up close and personal with Camden, London’s quirkiest quarter
London’s Camden Town is made up of an eclectic mix of subcultures, making the district one of the quirkiest and most intriguing places the capital has to offer.
Amy Winehouse’s career started in Camden, and the Roundhouse saw many an upcoming (or already famous) artist or band, including the Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix and David Bowie; to this day, the Roundhouse hosts an exciting mix of concerts, theatre and other live events.
A number of rock legends, from the Rolling Stones to David Bowie, have played the Roundhouse stage.
A plethora of shops, catering to all tastes from punk to hippie, from the eccentric to the less so, line the streets; every day, the world-famous markets attract locals and tourists who very often also decide to pop into Word on the Water, London’s famous floating bookshop.
Since July, Words on the Water has a new permanent home in neighboring King’s Cross.
Browsing the stalls, they all have one thing in common: everyone is on the hunt for a special souvenir, vintage fashion or exotic food, all of which Camden has an abundance of. While in town, don’t forget to pop by Cyberdog to get an idea of what’s on trend in futuristic fashion.
Winter or summer, the markets are always crowded with tourists and locals.
Camden’s appeal is completed by a lively and diverse bar scene – whether you prefer Scottish import BrewDog, the laid-back Lock Tavern or dive headfirst into the Rockabilly scene at The Elephant’s Head, we’re sure you’ll find something.
Living in Camden means living amongst an international community of people from all walks of life, but its increasing popularity sees house prices on a steady rise – so if you’re looking at Camden as a possible new home, keep your eyes open.
The garden level apartment is part of a recently modernized end of terrace house.
This one bedroom apartment in neighboring Primrose Hill is one of the best spots to start getting acquainted with Camden: although the quietly-located property is technically outside the district, its lively streets are just a short walk away.
Located on the garden level of an end of terrace property, the flat comes with a share of the freehold.
Granite and oak finishings give the flat a first class feeling.
Finished in granite and oak throughout, from worktops in the open plan kitchen/reception room to the floors, the apartment feels exclusive and modern; a separate entrance grants privacy from the other occupants.
Opening the large doors turns the garden into an extension of the living room.
Large bi-folding doors, leading into the patio garden, can be opened completely and create the impression of the reception area extending outside.
Like the rest of the flat, the bathroom is finished to a high standard.
A spacious bedroom is located to the front of the building, while a modernly fitted bathroom – kept in dark tiling and wooden fronts – completes the property.
Sold by Knight Frank, the flat on Edis Street clocks in at £985,000 (€1,378,422, $1,538,010).
Solstice Point’s exterior saw it make headlines earlier in 2015.
Just a short walk across, near Regent’s Park, lies Solstice Point, one of Camden’s most dynamic new developments, where a two bedroom house has become available.
Its façade, made of solar collectors, made headlines earlier this year; sustainable living is a key aspect of this energetic and modern development.
Chrome worktops and elegant fronts give the custom-made Italian kitchen some extra flair.
Stretching over three floors, the Mews House comes with a custom designed and fully integrated Italian kitchen, complete with a composite stone worktop and splash back as well as Siemens appliances.
An open plan combination of kitchen, dining and living room provides a warm, homey space.
An open plan combination of the kitchen, living and dining room allows for plenty of space to host guests or entertain family and friends in a smaller setting; a small cloakroom completes the floor.
The flat’s elegant and high-quality furnishings carry into the bedrooms.
The first floor is taken up by a large bedroom with access to en-suite facilities featuring a white Villery & Boch suite with chrome tops and large porcelain floor tiles.
Fully-tiled and fitted with white Villeroy&Boch suites, the bathrooms have an air of low-key luxury.
A second bedroom is located on the lower ground floor, with private access to the courtyard.
Finished to a high standard, the property features oak flooring and doors throughout, combined with underfloor heating and air conditioning to ensure the highest of comforts.
Priced at £1.5 million (€2,099,120, $2,342,147), the Mews House is sold through Knight Frank.
A mid-terraced period house holds this stunning maisonette.
Back to Primrose Hill, where this period three bedroom garden maisonette provides plenty of space in one of London’s most up-market districts.
A small entranceway on the raised ground floor leads into an impressive reception room; large sash windows see the room flooded with natural light, giving it an open, inviting atmosphere.
At the heart of the flat lies a spacious reception room.
To the rear, a galley kitchen – including a small Juliet balcony and a built-in sound system (which is also part of the reception room) complete the floor’s layout.
The galley kitchen has access to a small Juliet balcony.
The lower ground floor holds the private rooms, in the form of three bedrooms and two communal bathrooms.
The property’s warm, modern character carries through into the two bathrooms.
Large doors give two of the bedrooms access to the rear garden; opening the doors to let the sun in builds a bridge between inside and outside, giving the rooms a feeling of extending into the paved garden.
Enjoying warm summer nights from your bed has never been this easy.
Light decors and large windows throughout the property means it always feels airy and inviting; solid wood flooring furthers the reception room’s elegant, yet warm, atmosphere.
All bedrooms are decorated to be flooded with light, yet still feel warm.
Sold through Knight Frank, the family home clocks in at £1.575 million (€2.204 million, $2.459 million).
Camden and its surrounding districts don’t just boast fantastic shopping opportunities: Primrose Hill – and Camden Town – are the ideal spots for some well-earned people watching; from celebrities to truly unique characters, you’ll always see something new.
Buses and the Northern line, leaving from Camden Town and Chalk Farm Underground Stations, and London Overground, leaving from Kentish Town West and Camden Road, offer quick connections into the city.
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Stefanie Gerdes
HRC Staffer Graces Cover of HIV-Awareness Magazine
HRC Staffer Graces Cover of HIV-Awareness Magazine
HRC Foundation Project Manager Noël Gordon graced the cover of Positively Aware’s Summer 2015 issue.
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