A Florida woman is suing the city council that suspended her after her history of obscene, racist and homophobic tweets was uncovered and published in a local paper.The councilwoman, Judi Fike, was appointed to her seat in Groveland, Florida last year and is running for a full term. Related Gym caves to threats from state & bans trans women from locker rooms The gym wasnt breaking the law. The Florida attorney general was going to sue anyway. Fike responded to the local papers story with an apology to anyone who was hurt by the posts, while maintaining that their publication was a timed political attack just weeks ahead of her August primary. Insights for the LGBTQ+ community Subscribe to our briefing for insights into how politics impacts the LGBTQ+ community and more. Subscribe to our Newsletter today I will not let that tactic work, she said.The collection of Fikes offensive screeds extends back to at least 2015, and reveal deep-seated animus toward Black and LGBTQ+ people.Just hours after the Pulse nightclub shooting in June 2016 in nearby Orlando, Fike posted to Facebook, Duh.why would the shooter target a gay club? My answerEasier than marching them up steps to push off the roof..some sarcasm, some truthIn 2015, Fike posted to her Widow Fike account on Twitter (now X), Can we divert our attention back to real news? The #LGBT freak show has had its run.Fike owns and operates a catering company called The Black Napkin.Last week, the city council confronted Fike with the posts in an open meeting, displaying screenshots as Fike watched, the Orlando Sentinel reports.Groveland Vice Mayor Barbara Gaines, who is Black, said the posts included racist portrayals of then-President Barack Obama as a monkey.This is a picture of President Ronald Reagan babysitting Barack Obama, except it is an ape, a baboon, a monkey or whatever you call it, Gaines said.In several tweets shared at the meeting, Fike obsesses over the word thug.#thug the new n word, she posted in 2015. Thug life = thug treatment = no pity from me, she wrote in 2019. In 2022, Fike shared a meme that read, Whats the magic word to get what you want? Racist! Groveland, Florida has a fraught history of racism against Black people. In 1949, false allegations of rape against four black teenagers known as The Groveland Four led to the extrajudicial killing of two of the teens and the wrongful imprisonment of two others. They were posthumously pardoned in 2019.In her defense over the Pulse nightclub post, Fike claimed for council members that her message was about a presidential candidate in 2016 aligning with a community in the Middle East who were pushing gay individuals off of buildings.It was meant as a support of the community, not against the community, she said. It might have been written in poor taste, but I want to clarify that for you because that was going on at the time. Fike went further about other posts, denying responsibility altogether.Those are indeed manipulated, and so Ill just let that rest, she said at the meeting. They are not my words. Some are, there are some copies, but what Barbara just showed were absolutely not products of mine.Council members were not swayed and voted her suspended until an investigation is complete.Two days later, Fike responded with a lawsuit.The city does not have the legal authority to suspend or remove any of its members, period, said Lake County Commissioner Anthony Sabatini, who is representing Fike. It just simply does not have that authority. Most cities dont.Groveland Mayor Kevin Keogh said he was more concerned with Fikes response to the allegations than the resurfaced posts themselves.It has to do with the non-truthful nature of your response, he told Fike, before voting with colleagues to suspend her.Subscribe to theLGBTQ Nation newsletterand be the first to know about the latest headlines shaping LGBTQ+ communities worldwide.

HBO Maxs new reality experiment, Back to the Frontier, just premiered, but the show has already become a culture-war flashpoint thanks to the presence of Texas husbands Jason Hanna and Joe Riggs with their 10-year-old twin sons. The series, produced by Magnolia Networks Chip and Joanna Gaines, drops three modern families into an 1880s homestead and strips away every 21st-century convenience.Over the weekend, evangelical heavyweight Franklin Graham called the casting very disappointing, warning that promoting something God defines as sin is in itself sin. (@) The American Family Association, an anti-LGBTQ+ hate group, piled on, accusing the Gaineses of abandoning biblical values by showcasing what it calls the sanctity of marriage. (@) Gaines, a longtime darling of Christian viewers from his HGTV Fixer Upper days, fired back in his own thread. Talk, ask questions, listen.. maybe even learn, he wrote. Too much to ask of modern American Christian culture. Judge 1st, understand later/never. (@) He added that it was a sad Sunday when non believers have never been confronted with hate or vitriol until they are introduced to a modern American Christian.For Hanna and Riggs, visibility was the point. Were your neighbors and coworkers, Hanna told Queerty, so it was an amazing opportunity to normalize same-sex couples and families. The couple, who wed in Washington, D.C., in 2013 and spent years fighting Texas law for parental recognition, say reliving 19th-century hardships was nothing compared to the legal battles they faced back home.While detractors rage online, the inclusion has galvanized queer viewers and stoked fresh interest in the show. The dads Instagram, @2_dallas_dads, gained thousands of followers after Thursdays premiere, and hashtags like #FrontierDads and #ChipStandsUp trended over the weekend.Beyond the backlash, Back to the Frontier offers a rare snapshot of LGBTQ+ representation in historical-style reality TV. Riggs noted that same-sex couples escaped city ostracism by homesteading together in the real 1880sa stark reminder that queer families have always existed, even if todays critics refuse to see them.New episodes drop on Thursdays on HBO Max and Magnolia Network. Whether angry tweets help or hurt ratings, the Hanna-Riggs clan is already homesteading squarely in the national spotlight. For many viewers, thats the win that matters.

Pimnara Rumruaymunkong, aka Latin in the Thai girl group CGM48, has confirmed shes a lesbian ahead of leaving the band. Over the weekend, a fan asked her on Instagram if she was a woman who loves women (WLW) or bisexual. She answered the post by saying she was 100% wuhluhwuh, or WLW. Underneath, she wrote, im gay gurrrrrrrrl. (@) Fans were quick to react to the post, though some werent surprised by the news following a since-deleted TikTok post in November, where Latin used a trending filter called Do I look like a Lesbian? and fans noted that she did. (@) Whether a surprise or not, fans quickly embraced the news. SUCH A WIN, wrote one fan, while another referred to Latin simply as mother. (@) Formed in 2019, CGM48 is the first domestic sister of the Thai group BNK48 and is named after Chiang Mai, a Northern Thailand city where theyre based. Theyre also part of a broader international organization based on Japans AKB48. In these groups, trainees go through an audition program (think American Idol or The Voice). After a period of popularity or activity, a member "graduates" and is usually replaced by another trainee. The graduation process usually involves a formal ceremony, and could have a song or concert dedicated to the members depending on their popularity.Latin announced her upcoming graduation from CGM48 Team C in August a few weeks ago, with her last activity scheduled for August 24. Since CGM48 partakes in an idols you can meet model that heavily leans on engagement from fans, the idols usually have to maintain a clean and neutral image. Popularity among the fans matters, and it's common for groups to change members and continue on. See on InstagramLatin's departure from the group could have played a role in her decision to come out. Shes also part of a growing number of Asian artists coming out, including K-pop star Bain from JUST B in April 2025 and Katseyes Lara Rajagopalan in March 2025.In general, Thailand is considered to be one of the more friendly nations toward the LGBTQ+ community, though same-sex marriage wasnt legalized until January 2025.Either way, welcome to the fam, Latin! See you on the other side of idol life.

Fasten your seatbelt and ditch your clothes, Red Hot Roadtrip is revving its engine and ready to ride.The latest edition of Thomas Knights beloved all-nude ginger calendar has arrived, and its a high-octane visual feast. Known for transforming redheaded men from punchlines to pin-ups, Knights is back with a cinematic journey through dusty highways, neon-lit pit stops, and sun-soaked motel rooms. Red Hot Roadtrip is the calendars most daring chapter yet, and its already got fans hot under the collar.From Fire Island to the Fast LaneAfter the runaway success of Red Hot Fire Island, the best-selling calendar in the series 10-year history, Knights knew he needed to up the stakes.Roadtrip is a total departure from what weve done before, he told us in an exclusive interview. Its Americana meets erotic fantasy. Think redheaded rebels in the desert, cowboy mischief, motel lust. Its sweaty, sexy, and it doesnt hold back.The calendar features a brand-new cast of ginger heartthrobs in editorial-style shoots that blur the line between fashion and fantasy. Theres story in every frame, and the visuals feel straight out of a sun-faded road movie with a very NSFW twist.I wanted this one to feel like a film, said Knights. You flip the pages and get pulled deeper into this world of freedom, rebellion, and temptation. Its about capturing that electric moment when youre young, wild, and on the edge of something dangerous.A Decade of Red Hot and Still BlazingWhat started as a bold art project to reframe the narrative around redheaded men has grown into an international sensation. Red Hot has spawned exhibitions, books, and a loyal fanbase who fund and preorder every new release with unwavering enthusiasm.The Kickstarter hit its goal in under 48 hours, Knights said, still slightly in awe. It feels amazing! Im not gonna lie. To have built a brand where our fans support our Kickstarters and buy our calendars every year is just incredible. I didnt expect to be in this position 10 years later.Redheaded men, long mocked in pop culture and media, have become icons of desire thanks to Knights lens. The goal from day one was to flip the stereotype, he said. People used to laugh at gingers. We wanted to make them the fantasy. Now people get it, and they want more.Beyond the Calendar: Red Hot XXLAs Roadtrip barrels toward an October 2025 ship date, Knights is already preparing to launch his most provocative project yet: Red Hot XXL. Part art book, part calendar, part gallery exhibition, XXL explores the cultural fixation on endowmentand fuses it with the allure of the ginger mythos.Were combining two queer obsessions: redheads and size, said Knights. Its not just shock value. Its art, its history, its sex, and its smart. Were bringing together Red Hot alumni, porn stars, fresh amateurs, and a few surprise names. Its going to be big in every way.The project includes 100 full-frontal images and will feature essays from queer writers, adult film legends, and art historians exploring the role of size in gay culture.For centuries, well-endowed men have held this almost mythic status, Knights said. And gingers are already rare and fetishized. So combining the two, its this perfect storm of fantasy and representation.Why It Still MattersFor Knights, the art has always had a mission. Yes, its sexy, bold, and often outrageousbut at its core, Red Hot is about visibility.Its about making people feel seen and sexy, he said. Theres power in celebrating bodies that the world once told us werent desirable. If you can take someone whos been bullied for their freckles or skin tone, and put them on a pedestalthat changes something. It did for me, and I know it has for others.Whether youre in it for the gingers, the art, or just the thrill of watching taboo turned into beauty, Red Hot Roadtrip is more than just a calendarits an ode to freedom, eroticism, and unapologetic self-expression.Preorders are now open, with calendars set to ship in late October. As Knights puts it, Buckle up. This ones going to be wild.Source

The Pines just got hotter, thanks to Rita Ora.The British pop sensation made an unannounced appearance at Fire Islands Tryst Pool Club on Saturday, July 12, turning an already sun-soaked weekend into a full-blown pop spectacle. In celebration of her latest single HEAT, Rita brought fire to the Pines.Clad in a black leather poolside ensemble that screamed rockstar-meets-beach babe, Ora stunned an unsuspecting crowd as she stepped into the DJ booth with Sakalem. Together, they hyped the crowd with a pulsating remix of Anywhere and the high-octane GSP & Jace remix of HEAT.Shots, Vocals, and a Go-Go Box MomentRita wasnt just there to pose for a few photos, she owned the party. She belted out lyrics, danced with fans, and turned the DJ booth into her own pop diva platform. At one point, she poured shots from above and mounted a glittery dancing merman for a moment that was equal parts camp and chaos, in the best way possible.It was the kind of Fire Island moment that attendees will be talking about for summers to come.Drag Royalty and Poolside ShenanigansAs if Ritas appearance wasnt legendary enough, the party leveled up when Fire Island drag legends Pixie Aventura, Missleidy Rodriguez, and Bubbles DBoob took the stage. The trio slayed a performance of Oras anthem DRINKIN, with Rita gleefully cheering them on from the sidelines.Fans got selfies, cheers, and plenty of crowd interaction as Rita made the most of her unexpected visit, embodying the spirit of queer celebration that Fire Island is famous for.Bringing the HEAT to the PinesThe Tryst Pool Club, known for its sexy summer vibes and buzzy events, may have just hosted the party of the season. With HEAT echoing through the speakers, drag queens dazzling, and mermen twirling in the pool, Rita Ora reminded everyone that queer nightlife is alive, thriving, and full of joyful surprises.If this was just a promo stop, we cant wait to see what she does next.For more updates on Tryst Pool Club and upcoming events in Fire Island Pines, follow @thepinesfireisland and @trysthotels.Source

Eagles coach Nick Sirianni offered a pointed response to the notion that quarterback Jalen Hurts was along for the ride during Philadelphia's Super Bowl run last season, calling it "bulls---."

Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh, who has an AL-record 38 homers before the All-Star Game, has committed to the 2026 World Baseball Classic for the United States.

The Jets and wide receiver Garrett Wilson reached agreement on a four-year, $130 million contract extension that includes $90 million guaranteed, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Monday.

At age 39, Luka Modric is going to try and help restore seven-time European champion AC Milan to glory after one of the most disappointing Rossoneri seasons in recent memory.

Chelsea's Levi Colwill has said his side is ready to win the Premier League and Champions League after they won the Club World Cup.

A new, intimate album will include 13 previously unheard songs and a rewrite of This Land Is Your Land.

A key survey of homelessness in Los Angeles determined that the number of people sleeping without shelter fell again. More than 72,000 people remain homeless in Los Angeles County.

Zackie Achmat, once at the center of South Africas push for lifesaving H.I.V. treatment, has come out of retirement as U.S. funding cuts and his own governments inertia revive old fears.

WASHINGTONFacing mounting backlash from his MAGA base over his perceived ties to the Jeffrey Epstein case, President Donald Trump reportedly encouraged his supporters Monday to simply move on from societys widespread disdain for pedophilia. Its time to just accept that some people like having sex with kids and focus on the fantastic things were doing to win back the respect of the world, said Trump, who expressed frustration that instead of celebrating the passage of his domestic spending bill or his historic deportation numbers, many of his supporters were getting distracted by something that people have done since ancient Greece. Are people really still talking about the sexual abuse of children? Let it go! Our administration is making America great again. Thats the story, not whether I or anyone else diddled an underage girl! The case is closed. Sometimes kids get molested. Maybe they shouldnt dress like such sluts! Trump went on to state that he has had many pedophile friends and associates over the years who have been fine, hardworking Americans.The post Trump Urges Supporters To Move On From Societal Disdain For Pedophilia appeared first on The Onion.

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Harvard University has made its most explicit concession yet to President Donald Trumps crusade against diversity, equity and inclusion, with the shuttering of three Harvard College offices that addressed the concerns and advancement of women, LGBTQ+ and minority students at the college.Alumni group Crimson Courage denounced the move as a public capitulation. Related Trump cuts dozens of studies on LGBTQ+ health calling them often unscientific Its literally a 180. There was no warning, said one former recipient. This is no time to step back from your refusal to allow the federal government to dictate how Harvard educates, the group said. Never Miss a Beat Subscribe to our newsletter to stay ahead of the latest LGBTQ+ political news and insights. Subscribe to our Newsletter today On Wednesday, Harvard quietly removed the web pages for the Harvard College Womens Center, Office for BGLTQ Student Life, and Foundation for Intercultural and Race Relations, the Harvard Crimson reports.Links to those centers sites now redirect to a sparse web page for an Office of Culture and Community within the Colleges Dean of Students Office.On the same day, the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, which houses Harvard College, the universitys undergraduate school, announced internally that it would replace its diversity office with an Office for Academic Culture and Community.The rollback comes after one of the schools earliest concessions to Trump in April, when the school renamed its campus-wide Office of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging to Community and Campus Life. Whether or not Harvard will pursue the same goals under the new semantic regime remains unclear. The school has been in negotiations with the White House over the fate of billions of dollars in federal funding for Harvard since the administration opened its attack on the university earlier this year.Trumps latest threat to Harvard also came on Wednesday, when the Departments of Education and Health and Human Services notified the New England Commission of Higher Education that Harvard is in violation of federal antidiscrimination laws and therefore may fail to meet the standards for accreditation set by the Commission, according toa joint statement from the federal departments.Trump has weaponized those agencies and others in pursuit of scouring DEI programs (and marginalized identities in general) from the federal government and American society at large. The White House hasrepeatedlyand explicitly included an end to DEI at Harvard among itsconditionsfor restoring federal research funding.The scarcely populated Office of Culture and Community page features a University Commitment Statement emphasizing generalized values: We respect the rights, differences, and dignity of others; demonstrate integrity in all of our dealings; pursue excellence conscientiously in our work; hold ourselves accountable for our actions and conduct in the community; and cultivate bonds and bridges that enable all to grow with and learn from one another.The word diversity is no where to be found and marginalized groups are not mentioned.The office also states that Harvard College remains committed to cultivating a community where all of its members can thrive and ensuring that students feel welcome. As of last week, the leaders of the offices that have been removed were still named in the schools internal directories, the Crimson reported, though the staff directory for the former office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion is no longer available.A June 30 findingby the Trump administrations Joint Task Force to Combat Anti-Semitism accused Harvard of violent violation of the Civil Rights Act, which prohibits discrimination based on race, color, or national origin in programs or activities that receive federal funding.Harvard will meet administration lawyers in court on July 21 to argue for the release of frozen federal research dollars, while a judge has indefinitely blocked Trumps effort to revoke Harvards ability to enroll international students, who make up about a quarter of its enrollment.Subscribe to theLGBTQ Nation newsletterand be the first to know about the latest headlines shaping LGBTQ+ communities worldwide.

British singer-songwriter and vocal powerhouse Jamie Hannah is reintroducing himself to the world, this time through soaring Italian arias. The classically trained countertenor has found viral success by fusing opera with pop, transforming hits like Cant Help Falling in Love and Like a Prayer into emotional, cinematic experiences. His Italian Aria series has captivated millions across social media, bringing in over 10 million views and more than 200,000 new followers in just eight months.The Viral Aria MomentThe magic started with a reinterpretation of Miley Cyrus Wrecking Ballsung in Italian, no lesswhich racked up a million TikTok views in just 48 hours. Hannah followed it up with Whitney Houstons iconic I Will Always Love You (originally penned by Dolly Parton), reimagined as a wedding gift for a friend. The response? Another 1.5 million views.But it was his lush renditions of Cant Help Falling in Love (2.7M views on Instagram, 1.6M on TikTok), Like a Prayer (2M IG, 800K TikTok), and Hallelujah (1.8M IG, 1.2M TikTok) that really cemented his place as the internets newest operatic obsession.Five Octaves and a Lot of FeelingsHannahs five-octave range isnt just impressive, its deeply moving. His comment sections are filled with messages from fans expressing how his voice has brought them peace during illness, comforted them through depression, or simply made them cry for the first time in years.Your voice evokes feeling in me, joy, awe, tears, one fan wrote. It breathes life into my heart.For Hannah, this emotional connection is what matters most. I hoped to show myself as a versatile vocalist, he says. I still write and release my own music, but this project let me lean into something really personal.An Opera Pop Star in the MakingOriginally trained at the Royal College of Music, Hannah sings fluently in Italian, French, Russian, and German. Hes performed everywhere from the Royal Albert Hall to opera houses in Shanghai. He even brought music to nursing homes during lockdown, performing in car parks for residents.Now based in California, the singer continues to write, arrange, and produce his own work while collaborating with other creatives. In April 2025, he performed selections from his viral series, including Vide Cor Meum from Hannibal, with the Czech National Symphony Orchestra at the Prague Composer Summit.His inspirations range from Handel to Freddie Mercury to Adele, and his music reflects that mash-up of grandeur and heartache, theatricality and tenderness.Whats Next? A Full Album, of CourseDue to overwhelming demand, Hannah has confirmed a full-length album is in the works, set for release in Spring 2026. While he hasnt revealed the full tracklist yet, fans can expect more sweeping, operatic takes on beloved pop songs, all infused with Hannahs signature touch.Ive always dreamt of lending my voice to a movie soundtrack, he says. One day, I hope the stars align.Until then, well be happily crying in Italian to whatever Jamie Hannah posts next.Source

Nature, Published online: 14 July 2025; doi:10.1038/d41586-025-02221-6The move would undo years of work, leaving advisory councils understaffed, and without the full expertise needed for reviews.

Spain's Ministry for Social Rights has requested an investigation into possible breaches of disability laws at Barcelona star Lamine Yamal's 18th birthday party, according to EFE.

Newcastle are on the verge of finalising an 80 million ($93.3m) deal for Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike, sources have told ESPN.

The group stage of the Women's European Championship which finished on Sunday had record-breaking attendances with close to half a million fans attending games.

Real Madrid have agreed a deal to sign Benfica left-back lvaro Carreras, the club has announced.

American fatigue with the war and the fickleness of the Trump administration remain concerns for Ukraines leaders.

Competing in a marathon in 2011, he claimed to be 100, though his exact age remained a mystery. I run while talking to God, he said in explaining his endurance.

After losing hundreds of staff members to federal layoffs, FEMA faces a number of potential budget cuts that would further affect the governments ability to respond to crises in the future. The Onion examines the key facts and figures behind the Federal Emergency Management Agency.10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.: Daily operating hours231st:Where Hurricane Katrina response will rank on list of worst FEMA disaster relief efforts by 203598%: Rescuers only in it for the cool jacket$20: Standard tip for successful roof evacuation2.67: DOGE-appointed head of Response and Recovery teams current GPA at George Mason University12: Pages in this goddamn applicationThe post FEMA By The Numbers appeared first on The Onion.

The very first of the famed Herms Birkin handbags, made for the late actress, musician, and model Jane Birkin, sold for $10.1 million, claiming the title of the most valuable handbag ever to be sold at auction.Well I bought the original Birkin bag from a guy on the 4 train, so somebodys lying.Louie Shawky, Pinwheel AssemblerI didnt realize Jane Birkin was named after a bag.Zoltan Potoka, Weathervane InstallerJust wait until I put my Vera Bradley duffle on eBay.Lana Denheld, Stanza RedactorThe post Jane Birkins Original Birkin Bag Sells At Auction For $10 Million appeared first on The Onion.

WASHINGTONIn a sudden escalation of his feud with the American-born, Ireland-based former talk show host, President Donald Trump announced Monday he had signed an executive order allocating $175 billion to build an antiRosie ODonnell defense system across the entire United States. Were building the greatest Rosie defense network the world has ever seen, said Trump, adding that the order he signed included $80 billion to develop a missile capable of neutralizing an ODonnell-sized target from hundreds of miles away. With thousands of drones patrolling our coast and using highly sensitive listening equipment to monitor any awful things she says about me, nasty Rosies reign of terror has come to an end. She should think twice before ever hosting a talk show againor risk total annihilation! At press time, the Pentagon had issued an apology after one of its test missiles mistakenly struck Roseanne Barr.The post Trump Announces $175 Billion Rosie ODonnell Defense System appeared first on The Onion.

Gabby Windey is trading roses for waves as she embarks on a bold new chapter in her reality television journey. Hulu announced on Monday, July 14, that Windey, 34, will take the helm as host of its upcoming unscripted dating series, Love Overboard, set to premiere in 2026.The series, formerly known under the working title Overboard for Love, is executive produced by Call Her Daddy podcast host Alex Cooper through her Unwell Productions banner. This marks Coopers first foray into the world of reality television.Described by Hulu as an exciting mix of high-stakes romance and competition, Love Overboard follows a group of sexy singles aboard a luxury yacht as they search for love on the high seas. However, the show promises more than just tropical vibes and flirtatious poolside chats. In a dramatic twist, contestants will have to earn access to the yachts extravagant amenities.As the journey unfolds, romance ignites; alliances form; and hearts are shattered, reads the official series logline. In the end, only one couple will reign supreme. Who will rise to the top, and who will be left stranded?Windey shared the announcement on Instagram with palpable excitement, standing on the same yacht where the series was filmed. Were setting sail with Hulus newest reality show, she said. And Im your host! Lets make some waves.Cooper showed her enthusiastic support in the comments, writing, NO ONE BETTER .Love Overboard marks a major milestone for Windey as her first hosting gig on a television series. While shes no stranger to the spotlight, this role represents a shift from contestant to captainboth figuratively and literally.Windey first appeared on Season 26 of The Bachelor, where she made it to the final three during Clayton Echards season. Her charisma and relatability quickly earned her a spot as co-lead, alongside Rachel Recchia, on Season 19 of The Bachelorettea history-making moment as the two shared the role throughout the season.Since then, Windey has continued to build her reality TV resume. Most recently, she appeared on Season 3 of Peacocks hit competition series The Traitors, where she emerged as one of four winners. She split the $204,300 prize with fellow cast members Dolores Catania, Dylan Efron, and Ivar Mountbatten.In a feature for PEOPLEs Worlds Most Beautiful issue earlier this year, Windey revealed that she initially turned down The Traitors, needing nearly ten months to say yes. Even with the podcast, I didnt want to do that either, she shared. I dont want to do anything. Now, its turned into such a love of mine, and such an expression.That sense of growth and transformation is a hallmark of Windeys career. Whether its making her podcast debut, stepping into competitive reality formats, or now hosting a series aboard a luxury yacht, Windey continues to evolve in ways that surprise even herself.I think whatever I do next will be at the right time, the right thing, she said in the same PEOPLE interview. Always, people want to know whats next, but I just got here. Im like, Oh my God. Then I have to think about whats next? But I am just trying to rest and revel in whats going on right now.With Love Overboard, Windey is not only embracing whats nextshes steering the ship.The series is expected to bring a blend of glamour, drama, and heart, tapping into the popular love-in-paradise format while adding a competitive edge that fans of shows like The Bachelor, Love Island, and The Traitors will likely enjoy.Love Overboard is slated to premiere on Hulu in 2026. Stay tuned to Gayety.com and follow us on social for updates, exclusives, and all things queer pop culture.Source

Freya Skye and Malachi Barton are officially part of the ZOMBIES legacy, fangs and all.The duo stars as Nova and Victor in ZOMBIES 4: Dawn of the Vampires, the fourth installment of Disney Channels monster-musical hit. This time, Zed and Addison are headed to summer camp, before they get caught in a clash between Daywalkers and Vampires. With some help from old friendsand two bold new recruitsthey must bring everyone together before a bigger threat takes over.Fangs, Fight Scenes, and Swag: Meet Nova and VictorWhile speaking to Gayety, the duo kicked things off by swapping roles and impersonating each others characters. Skye gave her best Malachi impression, but Barton wasnt buying it.Thats not what I sound like, he laughed.He clapped back with a dramatic Skye parody: Hi, Im Freya Skye. My new song Golds Gone just dropped. My character Nova is brave, tough, and has a lot of fight scenes. She loves leadershipand her family.Skye grinned and delivered her take: Victors got swag. Like, off-the-charts swag. And hes super curious.Their playful banter reflects a real-life friendship that clearly translated on screen.Joining the FranchiseSince its debut in 2018, Disneys ZOMBIES franchise has become a pop musical juggernautblending monsters, cheerleaders, and big-hearted messages of acceptance. Each film builds on the last, expanding Seabrooks supernatural universe with werewolves, aliens, and now vampires. In ZOMBIES 4: Dawn of the Vampires, Freya Skye and Malachi Barton join the cast as Nova and Victortwo stylish, strong-willed teens caught in a centuries-old rivalry between the Daywalkers and Vampires.For Skye, joining the beloved franchise was a surreal full-circle moment.It means so much, Skye said. I think ZOMBIES was a franchise that, when I was younger, it really inspired me. And I think being able to join a franchise that inspired me when I was younger is so surreal and just crazy overall.Working with the people who inspired me and being surrounded by such incredible people every day was just the most incredible thing, she added. I was just so grateful to get to tell this story for ZOMBIES 4 and join such a beloved franchise.A Message That MattersFor Barton, the experience was just as personal.Its crazy. No, I couldnt agree more, he said. I think that its such an important message just in our day and age right nowcoming together as one group literally no matter what.I think all people could watch this movie and in some way, shape, or form relate to it in some way, he continued. But yeah, Im just really grateful to be able to spread the message of coming together. Unity. I think its super special.ZOMBIES 4: Dawn of the Vampires is streaming now on Disney+. Watch our interviews with the cast here: Source

Brewers rookie Jacob Misiorowski, whose inclusion on the National League All-Star roster has created a stir, said Monday he wasn't offended by the criticism over his selection.

Philadelphia 76ers star Paul George underwent an arthroscopic procedure on his left knee Monday to treat an injury suffered during a recent workout.

Stu Sternberg has agreed in principle to a $1.7 billion deal to sell the Rays to a group led by a Florida-based developer Patrick Zalupski.

Having nurtured conspiracy theories for his entire political career, he suddenly seems in danger of being consumed by one.

The right-wing congresswoman from Georgia suggested that the presidents new proposal to help speed weapons to Ukraine betrays the promise to voters to end U.S. involvement in foreign conflicts.

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JD Vance was met with protests and criticism after his recent family trip to Disneyland, but it's a short video of him running in the park that really got the internet's attention.The vice president visited the park run by a company he previously claimed "has declared war on America's children" and located in a state he and the rest of the Trump administration seem to openly despise amidst ongoing turmoil across the United States that's seen Trump's crackdown on immigration gleefully rip families apart. There's been particular unrest in Los Angeles as of late, located just 30 miles from the so-called Happiest Place on Earth. This combination of facts led to impromptu protests as Vance arrived, and to multiple people confronting, heckling, and recording him and his family inside the park. (@) "We support immigrants. We support America," Chair of the Nebraska Democratic Party, Jane Fleming, shouted at Vance as he walked by. "I thought California was violent?" (@) "Reports of unexpected disruptions and delays were shared on social media by frustrated park-goers, while people both present and not chimed in with their annoyance at how out of touch and hypocritical the whole visit was." (@) "JD Vance and MAGA think California is a degenerate and desolate wasteland. But he was at Disneyland and rode Tianas Bayou Adventure and the Haunted Mansion today." (@) "So JD Vance joins his boss in trashing California every chance he gets.Yet when he wants to vacation with his kids, JD heads to Anaheim's Disneyland, not Florida's Disney World... Just saying" (@) "Tired: trashing California for political purposes. Wired: visiting & vacationing in California more than your home state this year" (@) "They booed JD Vance at Disneyland. Imagine how hated you must be to get booed at the happiest place on earth." (@) One of the videos taken of Vance during his trip showed him briefly running(?), which led to a whole new kind of "wtf" moment. (@) "Whatever you do, dont make this video of JD Vance awkwardly running at Disneyland go viral." (@) "Look, I refuse to run unless I'm being chased, but I can't stop laughing of this video of JD Vance at Disneyland." (@) "We finally figured out who JD Vance looked like when running at Disneyland." (@) "When JD Vance sees a single couch at Disneyland" (@) "masculinity is so back"California governor Gavin Newsom had something to say about Vance's visit, too."Hope you enjoy your family time, @JDVance," he wrote on X. "The families youre tearing apart certainly wont."The vice president's cold reply? "Had a great time, thanks."

Andrea Gibson, a queer spoken word poet known for powerful pieces about identity, life, and love, has passed away.According to Gibson's Facebook page, the 49-year-old poet passed away on July 14 "in their home surrounded by their wife, Meg, four ex-girlfriends, their mother and father, dozens of friends, and their three beloved dogs."Gibson was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2021."Since learning they had cancer in 2021, Andrea has been a champion of finding beauty in unlikely places and gratitude in the hardest hours. Over the last four years, they danced with their diagnosis and continually aimed their internal compass toward joy. One of the last things Andrea said on this plane was, 'I f*cking loved my life,'" the Facebook post says."Not long ago, Andrea wrote a poem titled 'Love Letter From the Afterlife.' In it, they offered this line: 'I am more here than I ever was before. I am more with you than I ever could have imagined.' Today, and all days forward, we hope you feel Andreas enormous spirit and immense presence beside you."Gibson's first book of poetry, Pole Dancing to Gospel Hymns, was published in 2008. They released six more books, as well as seven albums of poems, in their career.Gibson was the subject of the recent documentary Come See Me in the Good Light, which won the Festival Favorite award at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. The movie followed Gibson and their wife Meg Falley as they dealt with Gibson's cancer diagnosis.In 2017, Gibson wrote an essay for Out talking about their identity as a genderqueer person."Growing up, I never felt like a boy or a girl. I've tried to explain my gender in poems by saying, I am happiest on the road/ When I'm not here or there--but in-between/ The yellow line coming down the center of it all like a sunbeam. Because our culture is one of boxes and binaries--genderqueer is a constant coming out," they wrote. Gibson was a 2022 Out100 honoree and spoke about their diagnosis."As someone who had previously lived with a lot of fear, I never imagined I could grow and thrive during a cancer diagnosis -- but my heart has never been so open," they said. "Through this time, I have learned to see people with a compassionate, loving, and technicolor lens. I have learned to live in the present.""Although I've identified with multiple purposes throughout my life and career, I'd say that what's most potent to me now is to teach people how to cultivate inner joy and peace regardless of external circumstance," they added. "Recently I wrote, 'What kind of poet would I be if I could only make hard things beautiful on paper?'" (@) Colorado Governor Jared Polis, who named Gibson the state's Poet Laureate in 2023, shared a post celebrating their life on X.It is with a heavy heart that we mourn the loss of @andreagibson, an inspiring poet and Colorados current Poet Laureate," he wrote. "Renowned for inspiring poetry, advocacy for arts in education, and a unique ability to connect with the vast and diverse poetry lovers of Colorado, Andrea was truly one of a kind and will be deeply missed by personal friends as well as all who were touched by their poetry. My thoughts go out to Andreas loved ones during this difficult time."The poet spoke with journalist Matthew Rodrigues about their art, illness, and life for the most recent season of the show "It's Ok to Ask Questions." - YouTube www.youtube.com

They call him a king for a reason!Carlos King's resume in the reality TV world certainly speaks for itself as he's produced iconic seasons of The Real Housewives of Atlanta, The Real Housewives of New Jersey, Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta, and more.The star also loves sharing his hot takes and interviewing many TV stars on his popular podcast Reality with the King. As a former Bravo producer, King is giving his thoughts on the latest season of RHOA and Kenya Moore's shocking exit."The Real Housewives of Atlanta season 16 did not disappoint! I enjoyed it overall. Obviously, I'm very sad to see Kenya Moore removed from the show, but I'm hopeful she'll be back," King tells PRIDE. See on Instagram The podcast host also spilled on his excitement for Monique Samuels to return to The Real Housewives of Potomac after Karen Huger and Mia Thornton departed the series."I'm happy she's back on the show! I can't wait to see what happens when her and Gizelle are together. I would love to see a sit-down conversation and see what happens after that. I think a lot of people are seeing the brilliance that is Gizelle Kobe Bryant!"Despite his packed schedule, King is also taking plenty of time to hit the gym and show off his impressive physique on social media."I am working out at the gym! I am trying to be the healthiest I can be. You never know what I'm going to post! Do it loud and do it proud. If you got it, flaunt it!"Fans can follow Carlos King on his Instagram here. To see the full interview, check out the video at the top of the page.

For comedian and content creator Scott Kress, humor isnt just a form of entertainment its a pathway to authenticity.With over four years of full-time content creation under his belt and a growing digital audience, Kress is quickly becoming a standout voice in LGBTQ+ online spaces. But his journey to this point, filled with viral comedy, self-discovery, and the confidence to be unapologetically out, didnt happen overnight.In a recent conversation with Gayety, Kress opened up about his evolution online, the slow and sometimes uncertain road to coming out, and why queer representation in digital media isnt just important its essential.Ive been doing it full time for about four years, Kress shared. But two years before that, I was making YouTube videos very unsuccessfully, might I add. They were getting maybe 10 views, girl.Everything changed when TikTok entered the picture. Like many other creators, Kress found the platform to be fertile ground for building a dedicated following. Thanks to TikTok. Shout out TikTok. Love you, girl, he said with a laugh.In the early days, Kress was producing trend-based content funny, yes, but not fully his own. I wasnt really doing my own thing yet, he said. But the past two years or so, Ive been doing more skits that I come up with. I just feel like they relate to people a lot more. And the girls like it more not just trends.Kresss humor, often infused with LGBTQ+ themes and experiences, resonates with a community eager to see itself represented in the content they consume. But his queer identity wasnt always front and center.When I first started making content, I actually wasnt out yet, he admitted. It was a lot more demure. I wasnt talking about as many explicit things as I do now. But now Im online saying the most heinous things Ill make a TikTok and Im like, were suckin dick, whatever it is.Despite not intentionally making content for the gays, Kress says his identity naturally shines through. I think it just comes out regardless because Im talking about relationships or whatever it is, which of course theyre going to relate to.Coming out publicly, especially as an internet personality, came with its own set of challenges. It took me a while to start being me even after I came out, he said. I wasnt fully myself right away.That transformation accelerated when he moved to Los Angeles and was embraced by a vibrant community of queer creators.A lot of my friends when I first moved out to LA were all very open and proud and out, he said. Making videos with them helped a lot. It made me more confident. It was a long journey, for sure.For someone who grew up in Missouri where LGBTQ visibility was scarce-finding a queer community online and in real life was a revelation.I was thrown into a group of creators and 99% of them were gay, Kress said. I didnt even realize there were that many gay people out in the world. I knew maybe one gay person back home. Suddenly I was like, OK, everybodys gay. I love this.While he didnt have a single aha moment that pushed him to come out, the overall presence of confident, queer creators online played a major role. Just seeing them be authentically themselves really helped, he said.In terms of inspiration for his comedic work, Kress turns to both real life and the internets endless well of absurdity. TikTok, of course. Suddenly everybodys a comedian. People are so funny nowadays, he said. But also my friends. All of them are the funniest ever. Real-life events, people on TikTok it all feeds into the comedy.When asked why LGBTQ+ representation in online media matters so much, Kress didnt hesitate.If we didnt have LGBTQ+ people, the internet wouldnt be near as funny as it is right now, he joked. But seriously, its really important. If there werent a lot of gay creators, I think I wouldve taken a lot longer to come out.By simply existing online as his authentic self, Kress knows hes playing a part in helping others feel seen-and that, he says, is the point.Just showing kids that you can be out, nothings going to change, youre going to be okay its so important. I know it helped me so much.And with each video, Kress continues to pay it forward, one perfectly timed punchline at a time.Source

Nature, Published online: 14 July 2025; doi:10.1038/d41586-025-02236-zNeil Shubin, a University of Chicago researcher known for co-discovering a missing link fossil fish, will lead the National Academy of Sciences if ratified by members.

Two members of Beyoncs team said that their S.U.V. was broken into on July 8 while on tour in Atlanta, the authorities said. The police said a suspect had emerged.

The Trump administration is adding a 17 percent tariff to a year-round grocery store staple, while funneling more business to domestic tomato growers, largely in Florida.

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Chip and Joanna Gaines, the powerhouse duo behind the Magnolia Network, are under fire from conservative evangelicals following the premiere of their latest reality series, Back to the Frontier, which features a same-sex couple raising two sons.The series, which debuted on HBO Max on July 10, follows three modern families as they trade 21st-century comforts for the rugged life of 1800s homesteaders. Among them are Jason and Joe Hanna-Riggs, a married couple from Texas raising their two children.Their inclusion in the show has sparked both praise for LGBTQ+ representation and outrage from prominent conservative figures, exposing a growing cultural divide within the Gaineses once-loyal evangelical fanbase.In an interview with Realtor.com, Jason Hanna-Riggs shared the significance of the opportunity. What really inspired me was when I saw the flyer on social media, and I saw a gay couple on the front of that flyer, he said. I initially thought it would be a great opportunity for representation for same-sex couples.For many viewers, the casting choice is a much-needed reflection of modern American families. But to some evangelical leaders, the move represents a betrayal of so-called biblical values.Franklin Graham, president of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association and one of the most vocal critics, condemned the show in a post on X (formerly Twitter), stating:It is very disappointing. While we are to love people, we should love them enough to tell them the truth of Gods Word. His Word is absolute truth. God loves us, and His design for marriage is between one man and one woman. Promoting something that God defines as sin is in itself sin.The American Family Association (AFA), a longtime voice in conservative Christian activism, also weighed in.This is sad and disappointing, because Chip and Joanna Gaines have been very influential in the evangelical community, the AFA wrote on X.Moreover, in the past, they have stood firm on the sanctity of marriage regardless of the personal cost that has entailed. We arent sure why the Gaines have reversed course, but we are sure of this: Back to the Frontier promotes an unbiblical view of human sexuality, marriage, and familya view no Christian should embrace, added AFA vice president Ed Vitagliano.In the face of this backlash, Chip Gaines took to X to defend the series and call out the hypocrisy within American Christian culture.Talk, ask questions, listen maybe even learn. Too much to ask of modern American Christian culture, he wrote.Judge first, understand later/never. Its a sad Sunday when non-believers have never been confronted with hate or vitriol until they are introduced to a modern American Christian.His response sparked further criticism, with some longtime fans expressing disappointment in the couples stance. One user replied, We are extremely sad because of how much we have grown to admire and appreciate you both.Gaines responded personally:Well I appreciate that.. sincerely. So if you admire and appreciate us so much, any chance theres more to this? But thats my point no one knows. But the Christians have certainly come out in full force as if they do know. Judge not Love one anotherits not difficult.The exchange has become a flashpoint in the ongoing conversation about faith, media representation, and the LGBTQ+ communitys place in family-centered content.For LGBTQ+ audiences and allies, the Gaineses decision to highlight a queer couple in Back to the Frontier represents a long-overdue step toward visibilityespecially in genres historically dominated by heteronormative narratives. The inclusion of Jason and Joe Hanna-Riggs not only reflects the reality of countless American families but also challenges outdated stereotypes about who belongs in traditional lifestyle or faith-adjacent media.While the couples presence on the show may have shocked conservative viewers, many see their representation as vital for normalization and acceptance.Families like ours existand thrive, said Joe Hanna-Riggs in a social media post after the premiere. Were proud to be part of a show that challenges outdated ideas about what makes a family.Though Chip and Joanna Gaines have previously been associated with evangelical valuesand have faced scrutiny in the past for their silence on LGBTQ+ issuesthe couples latest project signals a potential shift in their media philosophy: one that embraces inclusivity over ideology.Their Magnolia Network has gradually broadened its scope over the years, producing content that blends rustic charm with contemporary storytelling. Back to the Frontier is emblematic of this approachpairing nostalgia for pioneer life with the diverse realities of todays families.The controversy underscores a larger truth: representation is not just a buzzwordit has real-world implications. LGBTQ+ inclusion in mainstream, family-friendly spaces can make all the difference for queer viewers who rarely see themselves portrayed in such environments.As online debates continue to swirl, one thing remains clear: Back to the Frontier has pushed a long-overdue conversation about faith, family, and visibility to the forefront. And for many in the LGBTQ+ community, thats a step worth celebrating.Back to the Frontier is currently streaming on HBO Max.Source

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Many trains in the U.S. are vulnerable to a hack that can remotely lock a trains brakes, according to the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the researcher who discovered the vulnerability. The railroad industry has known about the vulnerability for more than a decade but only recently began to fix it.Independent researcher Neil Smith first discovered the vulnerability, which can be exploited over radio frequencies, in 2012.All of the knowledge to generate the exploit already exists on the internet. AI could even build it for you, Smith told 404 Media. The physical aspect really only means that you could not exploit this over the internet from another country, you would need to be some physical distance from the train [so] that your signal is still received.Smith said that a hacker who knew what they were doing could trigger the brakes from a distance. A low powered device like a FlipperZero could do it within a few hundred feet, and if you had a plane with several watts of power at 30,000 feet, then you could get about 150 miles of range, he said.The origins of the vulnerability, ironically, come from something that was designed to make trains more safe. A lack of good communication between the front of the train and the back of a train caused accidents and in the 1980s, following a Congressional mandate, the rail industry instituted what it called an End-of-Train and Head-of-Train Remote Linking Protocol, or EOT/HOT.) This system allowed the back of the train to send telemetry data to the front and for the front to send basic commands back over radio frequencies.The radio link is a commonly found [frequency-shift keying] data modem that was easy to identify, Smith told 404 Media. The real challenge was reverse engineering what the various bits in the packet actually meant. A frequency-shift keying modem modulates the frequency of the transmitted data to protect it.According to Smith, the rail industry ghosted him in 2012 when he alerted it to the problem. The Association of American Railroads (AAR), which is the maintainer of the protocol used across North America for EOT/HOT radio links, would not acknowledge the vulnerability as real unless someone could demonstrate it to them in real life, Smith said. They also would not authorize the testing to be done to prove it was a real issue.A 2016 Boston Review article detailed the vulnerability and quoted Smith. Days later, Fortune published an interview with Tom Farmer, who was then the VP for security at AAR, that downplayed the threat. At the time, Farmer said the Boston Review article was based on a lot of inaccuracies and mischaracterizations.Chris Butera, CISAs Acting Executive Assistant Director of Cybersecurity, told 404 Media that the exploit had been understood and monitored by rail sector stakeholders for over a decade.To exploit this issue, a threat actor would require physical access to rail lines, deep protocol knowledge, and specialized equipment, which limits the feasibility of widespread exploitationparticularly without a large, distributed presence in the U.S, Butera said. While the vulnerability remains technically significant, CISA has been working with industry partners to drive mitigation strategies. Fixing this issue requires changes to a standards-enforced protocol, and that work is currently underway.Smith told me that Buteras statement was overly complicated, and that exploiting it would not actually be that hard.Even CISA's writeup deems the exploit to be of "low attack complexity." The vulnerability has not yet been fixed. CISA said the industry is working on it, but did not give me a timeline. AAR did not respond to a request for comment. According to Smith, the update may take years.He also called out the AAR for the way its handled the situation for more than a decade. In my personal opinion, the American railway industry treats cybersecurity issues with the same playbook as the insurance industry's delay, deny, defend' mantra, he said.This is the second major train-related security story in recent years. Last year, we published multiple articles about a team of Polish hackers who hacked a train in order to repair it.

Swedish pop powerhouse Agnes is back, and shes churning out more than just music. With the release of her latest single MILK, the disco diva blends glam, grit, and glitter into a chant thats equal parts camp and confidence. The result? A genre-bending anthem about turning lifes raw ingredients into your own personal masterpiece.From Car Ride to Confidence ChantIt all started with a drive. Agnes found herself behind the wheel when inspiration struck in the form of a spontaneous mantra:The phrase became the beating heart of MILK, a track that started off punk and eventually morphed into something more dancefloor-ready. My inspiration for the song was one of The Hives old songs, Agnes explained. I was playing with the idea, what if I was their sister? What would the song sound like then?The answer? A glittering disco banger with attitude, soul, and just a dash of rebellion. At first the song had a much more punky feeling, she said, but it didnt feel quite right. So we made it more disco in the production and then, there it was.A Soundtrack for Self-ExpressionAgnes describes MILK as a declaration of individuality. Its a love letter to your quirks, a high-five to your weirdness, and a reminder that confidence is your greatest currency.That message comes wrapped in a retro-pop shimmer, but the heart of the song is all about authenticity and empowerment, a message that resonates deeply with her LGBTQ+ fans.A Thank You to the Queer CommunityAgnes is no stranger to queer adoration. Her music has long served as a sanctuary for LGBTQ+ listeners, and she doesnt take that connection lightly.Her gratitude extends beyond the studio. With live shows on the horizon, Agnes says shes ready to celebrate and dance with her fans in person: You dont understand how much Im looking forward to playing live, meeting you, celebrating, singing and dancing together.The Dream Team Behind MILKAgnes teamed up with some of Swedens best-known hitmakers for MILK, including Vincent Pontare (Madonna, Avicii), Hannah Wilson (Tove Lo, The Chainsmokers), Kerstin Ljungstrm, and Frans Bryngel (The Weeknd, Salvatore Ganacci). The result is a track thats slick, spunky, and sonically richjust like Agnes herself.From Release Me to ReinventionAgnes rose to global fame at just 16, and over two decades later, she continues to evolve. Her 2021 album Magic Still Exists earned four Swedish Grammy nominations, including a win for Composer of the Year. The album drew praise from The Guardian, Billboard, Pitchfork, and NME, cementing her place as a chameleonic artist who refuses to be boxed in.With MILK, Agnes shows no signs of slowing down. Its playful, its punkish, its disco-fabulous, and most of all, its unmistakably her.Source