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This Gay Week 39: LGBTQ Rights, Queer Media and Ukraine

  Karel Bouley is an LGBTQ broadcaster, entertainer, author, singer, and activist. With his late partner Andrew Howard, he formed what contemporary press described as the first openly gay couple to host a general-interest talk show on a mainstream U.S. …

Halloween costume ideas for the gays: Pop culture looks to steal in 2026

“In gay world, Halloween is the one night a year when a homosexual can dress like a total slut and no other queers can say anything about it,” once said Mean Girls’ Cady Heron, misquoted. With spooky season well and truly underway and 31 October creeping …

Bihar CM flags off first direct Gaya-Bangkok flight

Patna Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Monday inaugurated the first direct IndiGo international flight between Gaya and Bangkok via video conferencing in Patna. In a post on X, the chief minister said, "The first non-stop international flight …

Bihar CM inaugurates IndiGo’s first direct Gaya-Bangkok flight

Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary inaugurated IndiGo Airlines’ first direct international flight between Gaya and Bangkok on October 26 via video conferencing from Patna. In a post on X, the Chief Minister stated, “The first non-stop international …

Roddy Gayle Jr. cleared to play, ready to 'give everything' to Michigan

ANN ARBOR — With the start of the 2026-27 college basketball season less than two weeks away, there’s been a cloud of uncertainty surrounding the status of one of Michigan’s returning players. Roddy Gayle Jr. received a preliminary injunction from a New …

‘La Bola Negra’ – Gay Spanish wartime film is an epic accomplishment

Miguel Bernardeau and Guitarricadelafuente in ‘La Bola Negra’ (photo: Carla Oset/Netflix) When gay Spanish writer-directors Javier Calvo and Javier Ambrossi (known colloquially under the moniker Los Javis) presented their film “La Bola Negra” at the …

U.S. Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon has an opponent this cycle

U.S. Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon, D-5, of Swarthmore is seeking a fifth term in Washington with a Republican candidate, Nick Manganero, also on the ballot. After serving as a public interest lawyer for 35 years, Scanlon won her congressional seat in 2018. Prior …

Gaynell Sachse

Gaynell Sachse, 79, of Cookeville, Tennessee passed away at Vanderbilt University Medical Center Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026. Gaynell was born the only child of Grady and Zerline Anderson of Texas. She lived most of her life in Texas, was educated there and …

Tinubu administration stabilises economy, restored investor confidence – Gaya

ABDULLAHI Mahmud Gaya, North West Zonal deputy coordinator for Agro-Allied Commodities Mobilisation of the Presidential Campaign Council and Kano South Deputy Coordinator of Arewa4Asiwaju, has said the Tinubu administration has stabilised a challenging …

Gayton McKenzie’s Blu Label visits raise fresh questions over Ticketpro sale

Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie visited the Sandton head office of listed technology group Blu Label on several occasions while the latter was finalising the sale of its ticketing business, Ticketpro. Earlier this month, Daily Maverick …

MP calls for action to be taken against Dudley councillor over race and gay slurs

An MP is calling for Reform UK to take action against a Dudley councillor over ‘vile racist and homophobic rhetoric’ posted on social media. Alex Ballinger, MP for Halesowen and Rowley Regis, called on Reform leader Nigel Farage to launch an investigation …

CM flags off non-stop Gaya-Bangkok flight, says air link being expanded in state

Two arrested in Gaya violence over land dispute

Holly Gaye Quisenberry

Central City – Holly Gaye Quisenberry, 56, of Central City, died Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 12:53a.m. at Heartford House in Owensboro, Kentucky. Ms. Quisenberry was born March 5, 1970 in Greenville, Kentucky. She was a homemaker, and she was a member of …

Love, Sex, and Existential Dread for a Gay Vampire in “Time to Go”

Renzo Cozza’s dark comedy, which was presented at the prestigious New Directors/New Films series at MOMA this year, follows an unassuming queer vampire named Patricio, whose responsibilities are weighing on him. Beleaguered by life at home with his two …

‘Scorch Marks’ – Gay apocalyptic chiller is hard to follow

Chris Salvatore and Brandon Shypkowski in ‘Scorch Marks (photo: Dekkoo) Brendan Haley’s new queer apocalyptic horror film “Scorch Marks,” now streaming on Dekkoo, is very hard to follow. The movie is darkly lit, so much so that at times the two lead actors …

The trouble with ‘kids these days’: are we giving young workers a fair go? | Gaynor Parkin and Dave Winsborough

“I want to be able to retire and leave it in good hands, it’s a great little business for someone.” George* was almost wringing his hands as he spoke, exasperation evident on his face, recalling a recent attempt to hire someone for his window cleaning …

Oprah So Jazzed About Vegas Sphere Show She Cannot Sleep, Gayle King Says

Oprah Winfrey is so wound up about her upcoming Sphere show that she cannot sleep, according to her longtime friend and CBS Mornings co-host Gayle King. The two-hour production, titled “AHA,” is set to debut at the Las Vegas venue for four performances …

Dolphins vs. Jets inactives: Willie Gay Jr. out with continued illness; Breece Hall out for New York

The Miami Dolphins will be without linebacker Willie Gay Jr. for Sunday’s game against the New York Jets. Gay fell ill Thursday, missed practice, and returned in a limited capacity Friday. He had said he was ready to play but was listed as questionable on …

'Knowledge for the Public Good': SUNY’s Two System-Wide Governance Bodies Endorse America’s Compact for Higher Education

Faculty groups sign onto Compact defending academic freedom & reaffirming purpose and benefit of knowledge and higher education in the U.S. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, October 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, Stand Up for Science …

Artisanal Collective and Contact Base Partner to Advance Community Tourism and Living Heritage

Combining 26 years of grassroots cultural expertise with AI-enabled digital infrastructure to expand community tourism, livelihoods, and market access. MADRID, SPAIN, October 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Artisanal Collective, a U.S.-based nonprofit …

LIFE Delivers Emergency Relief to Families Affected by Flooding in Nepal

Emergency response provides food, hygiene supplies, and shelter materials to help vulnerable households recover from devastating flash floods SOUTHFIELD, MI, UNITED STATES, October 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Life for Relief and Development ( …

Analysis of Cybersecurity Analytics Market Segmentation Highlights Significant Growth Opportunities Through 2030

The Business Research Company’s Cybersecurity Analytics Global Market Report 2026 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON , UNITED KINGDOM, October 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The cybersecurity analytics sector is …

مركز باحثي الإمارات شريك علمي في منتدى الإيسيسكو الإقليمي للأسرة 2026

يشارك المركز بخبراته البحثية في المنتدى الذي يُعقد بالشارقة يومي 28 و29 أكتوبر، لمناقشة تحديات الأسرة وتعزيز التماسك الأسري والمجتمعي. ABU DHABI, ABU DHABI, SHARJAH, DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, October 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- الشارقة – …

The Sarcoma Oncology Center Announces Promising Clinical Data for DeltaRex-G Gene Therapy at ESMO 2026, Madrid, Spain

Data Update demonstrates significant clinical benefit and survival improvements in advanced, chemoresistant sarcomas, pancreas, breast and ovarian cancer LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Sarcoma Oncology …

A JOINT CONGRATULATORY PRESS RELEASE - Honoring Justice Navi Pillay

By: United States Tamil Action Group (USTAG) Ilankai Tamil Sangam (ITS) Australian Tamil Congress (ATC) Federation of Tamil Sangams of North America (FeTNA) WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, October 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United …

Michigan School of Botanical Medicine: Clinical Herbalism Rooted in Community Care

In Dexter and Ypsilanti, Michigan, the school connects hands-on learning and clinical reasoning with a decade of community care. DEXTER, MI, UNITED STATES, October 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Michigan School of Botanical Medicine, the …

REACTION: Israeli large-scale military operation and mass displacement in Hebron

Responding to the large-scale Israeli military operation and mass displacement in Hebron in recent days, Oxfam’s Response Lead in the West Bank, Mustafa Tamaizeh, said: "This is not only a humanitarian crisis but a deliberate assault on the economic …

Indiana Handicap Parking Placards: HandicapMD Explains Online Medical Certification and Eligibility

Indiana handicap placard guidance explains State Form 42070, medical certification, and government application steps. INDIANAPOLIS, IN, UNITED STATES, October 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HandicapMD is highlighting Indiana disability parking permit …

Handicap Placard Qualifying Conditions: HandicapMD Launches Eligibility Resource Center

New educational resource connects condition-specific guides, medical evaluation questions, and state-by-state handicap parking eligibility information. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HandicapMD is …

Ohio Disability Parking Permits: HandicapMD Explains Online Medical Certification and Eligibility

Ohio handicap placard guidance explains BMV 4826, medical certification, and government application steps. COLUMBUS, OH, UNITED STATES, October 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HandicapMD is highlighting Ohio handicap placard guidance centered on …

Universal AAP: HandicapMD Highlights Medical Documentation and Attraction Access Planning

Universal access guidance connects IAC preregistration, the resort conversation, appropriate clinical support, and practical park-day arrangements. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HandicapMD is highlighting …

IBCCES Accessibility Card Doctor Letter: HandicapMD Highlights Clinical Evaluation Guidance

Existing guidance explains optional $159 Doctor's Note Evaluations, accepted documents, clinical availability, and free IBCCES registration. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HandicapMD is highlighting …

Multiple Sclerosis Handicap Placards: HandicapMD Highlights Medical Evaluation and Certification Guidance

Existing guide helps people with MS explain walking limitations, prepare relevant records and understand state-specific medical certification. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HandicapMD is highlighting its …

Handicap Placard Costs: HandicapMD Highlights Medical Evaluation Fees and Government Charges Guide

National cost guidance separates clinical evaluation charges, government application fees, plate costs, and everyday parking expenses. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HandicapMD is highlighting its national …

North Carolina Handicap Parking Placards: HandicapMD Explains Online Medical Certification and Eligibility

North Carolina handicap placard guidance explains MVR-37A, medical certification, and government application steps. RALEIGH, NC, UNITED STATES, October 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HandicapMD is highlighting North Carolina disability parking …

Maine Handicap Parking Placards: HandicapMD Explains Online Medical Certification and Eligibility

Maine handicap placard guidance explains PS-18, medical certification, and government application steps. AUGUSTA, ME, UNITED STATES, October 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For a Maine resident, a disability parking question can begin with a …

Author Morgan Blair Releases 'All the Dead Fallen Leaves,' a Psychological Novel Focused on Violence Prevention

NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, October 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author Morgan Blair has released All the Dead Fallen Leaves, a psychological literary novel examining the warning signs, emotional pressures, and harmful influences that may precede …

New Report Examines Chinese Communist Party Influence Over China's Organ Transplant System

New Investigation Identifies Transplant Surgeons Holding Senior Party Positions and Questions Whether China's Claims of Reform Can Be Believed NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, October 23, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new investigation published …