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Published on Apr 17, 2025

The Wedding Banquet review – muddled gay comedy remake plays it too straight

Many remakes are utterly pointless, whether they’re disregarding what made a movie good or interesting in the first place, or paying such slavish homage that a second version becomes redundant, rather than a worthy variation. If nothing else, the …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on 03:31 GMT

Dear Conservatives, Culture Is Downstream From Politics Too

There’s an oft-repeated maxim in conservative circles, popularized by the late journalist Andrew Breitbart: “Politics is downstream from culture.” Those who repeat this line generally mean that culture – our collective beliefs, values, morals, behaviors …

Source: Daily Citizen - Colorado - Right-wing
Published on 01:28 GMT

Western New England Law prof fighting Trump’s ban on trans people from military

SPRINGFIELD — One day after President Donald Trump issued an executive order that called for a ban on transgender people from the military, GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders and the National Center for Lesbian Rights sued the government. Filed in late …

Source: MassLive.com - Massachusetts - Center-right
Published on Apr 14, 2025

'The Wedding Banquet' Review: Heart, Humor, and a Sham Marriage

In director Ang Lee’s 1993 queer classic, The Wedding Banquet, the main, often subtextual, sources of conflict were society’s dim view of gay marriage, the AIDS epidemic and a culture unaccustomed to seeing non-heteronormative people represented seriously …

Source: Movie Web - Neutral
Published on Apr 16, 2025

Trump administration initiates investigation into OSPI over pronoun conflict

Simone Carter / The News Tribune (TNS) The U.S. Department of Education is initiating an investigation into the Washington state Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction stemming from its conflict with a Southwest Washington school district’s …

Source: The Daily Chronicle - Washington State - Pending
Published on Apr 16, 2025

Camden: Olympia protest’s size impressive

The extensive “Hands Off” protests against President Donald Trump and many of his recent actions were impressive. Some of the pushback, which ranged from mocking to dismissive from those who support Trump’s policies, was predictable but may turn out to be …

Source: The Columbian - Washington State - Pending
Published on Apr 16, 2025

State Rep. Matt Marshall reflects on first session

Jacob Farmer / jfarmer@yelmonline.com State Rep. Matt Marshall welcomes differing opinions; they’re easy to come by when you’re a first-year Republican representative in a Democrat-led state Legislature. “I am not somebody looking to surround myself …

Source: Nisqually Valley News - Washington State - Neutral
Published on Apr 15, 2025

How the SAVE Act would make it harder for trans people, married women, and some men to vote

A Republican-backed bill in Congress that would require proof of citizenship to register to vote could disenfranchise many transgender people and married women, and some men as well. It’s called the SAVE Act, and it’s been passed by the U.S. House and has …

Source: The Advocate - Left-wing
Published on Apr 15, 2025

City of Spokane approves another $100,000 in legal fees to fight Shea lawsuit

The city of Spokane has committed another $100,000 to fighting a federal lawsuit brought by pastor and former state lawmaker Matt Shea, bringing total costs with a Seattle-based law firm to $150,000. The Spokane City Council voted 5-1 to approve the added …

Source: The Spokesman-Review - Washington State - Neutral
Published on Apr 13, 2025

Spin Control: Size of ‘Hands Off’ protest was impressive compared to some past events

The extensive “Hands Off” protests last weekend against President Donald Trump and many of his recent actions were impressive. Some of the pushback, which ranged from mocking to dismissive from those who support Trump’s policies, was predictable but may …

Source: The Spokesman-Review - Washington State - Neutral
Published on 18:40 GMT

'The Wedding Banquet' Puts A Modern Spin On A 1993 Rom-Com Classic

Kelly Marie Tran can proudly tout “The Wedding Banquet” as a personal milestone even before the film opens in theaters Friday. Tran and her co-stars Han Gi-chan, Lily Gladstone and Bowen Yang teased their performances in the remake of Ang Lee’s 1993 …

Source: HuffPost - Left-wing
Published on 16:05 GMT

"The Wedding Banquet" updates a queer cult classic for a new generation, without losing its heart

It’s difficult to get excited about a remake. Even now, after years of watching brave executives hack away at the walls of the content mines with their billion-dollar pickaxes to unearth intellectual property no one could’ve imagined (or wanted), the …

Source: Salon - Left-wing
Published on 16:22 GMT

Andrew Ahn on Adapting Ang Lee’s ‘The Wedding Banquet’ for 2025: ‘What If the Bride Was Also Queer and Had a Queer ...

“Queer theory takes the joy out of being gay!” blurts Bowen Yang’s character Chris in one of several laugh-out-loud yet emotional moments in “The Wedding Banquet,” Korean American filmmaker Andrew Ahn’s fourth feature in just nine years. It’s a “ …

Source: IndieWire - Neutral
Published on 11:48 GMT

The Wedding Banquet Is a Joyous Update to a Queer Classic

Bringing children into the world and raising them is generally considered one of life’s great joys. But for some hopeful parents-to-be, just “letting things happen” isn’t an option. Gay couples may choose to adopt, or figure out some kind of family …

Source: TIME Magazine - Center-left
Published on 15:56 GMT

MOVIES: History and music far down south and on John Lennon’s time in New York City

The new films this week are about as varied as can be and, look at the ratings. There are no duds among them. So, no delay, let’s get right to them … Sinners: 4 stars One To One: John & Yoko: 4 The Wedding Banquet: 3 Psycho Therapy: 3 Elli and her …

Source: Canada's National Observer - Left-wing
Published on 17:52 GMT

Friday Film Review | 'The Wedding Banquet'

Andrew Ahn's "The Wedding Banquet," which premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, is a warm and funny reimagining of Ang Lee's 1993 acclaimed romantic comedy. The film features an ensemble cast including Kelly Marie Tran, Oscar …

Source: KPCW - Utah - Pending
Published on Apr 17, 2025

International students in WA sue Trump administration for revoking legal status

At least four international higher education students in Washington are suing the Trump administration in federal court for terminating their legal status, arguing the terminations were arbitrary. The students, including two from the University of …

Source: Yakima Herald-Republic - Washington State - Pending
Published on Apr 17, 2025

A second serving of ‘The Wedding Banquet’ leaves audiences feeling overstuffed

Gay marriage was illegal when Ang Lee released 1993’s “The Wedding Banquet,” a New York-set romantic dramedy about a queer Taiwanese man, his white male partner and the female Chinese immigrant he marries to placate his conservative parents. But Lee, wise …

Source: Los Angeles Times - Center-left
Published on Apr 17, 2025

'Sinners,' 'The Wedding Banquet' remake, and more in theaters this weekend

Bowen Yang and Han Gi-Chan in The Wedding Banquet. Luka Cyprian/Bleecker Street hide caption toggle caption Luka Cyprian/Bleecker Street A supernatural thriller, a fake marriage, a drama set in Palestine and a French comedy — all are in cinemas …

Source: NPR - Public Broadcaster

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Published on April 15, 2025 - 16:00 GMT

Gaye Magazine announced as the official media partner for DC Black Pride 2025

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Center for Black Equity is proud to announce Gaye Magazine as the Official Media Partner for DC Black Pride 2025, taking place May 23–26, 2025, in the nation’s capital. This …

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Published on April 15, 2025 - 22:21 GMT

Supreme Court: Same-Sex Couple Who Split Disagree on Parental Rights

The Supreme Court will consider parental rights in same-sex couple where one partner relied on artificial insemination to have children. The Supreme Court will consider parental rights in same-sex couple where one partner relied on artificial insemination …

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Published on April 15, 2025 - 10:00 GMT

THE CURVE FOUNDATION LAUNCHES FIRST QUEER WOMEN IN SPORTS DAY — APRIL 26, 2025 — DURING LESBIAN VISIBILITY WEEK 2025

Key Cities: Long Beach (CA), Los Angeles (CA), Milwaukee (WI), Minneapolis (MN), New York (NY), Portland (OR), Provincetown (MA) SAN FRANCISCO, CA, NY, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Breaking new ground during Lesbian Visibility …

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Published on April 16, 2025 - 20:55 GMT

NAPIA Offers Support to Northern Michigan Residents Affected by Severe Winter Storms

GAYLORD, MI, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Northern Michigan has recently endured a series of severe winter storms, including significant ice storms and heavy snowfall, leading Governor Gretchen Whitmer to declare a state …

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Published on April 16, 2025 - 17:59 GMT

Women’s Golf Day Comes to Treetops Resort Michigan’s Most Spectacular Resort June 1st

Michigan’s most spectacular resort -Treetops Resort known for its award-winning golf nationally is dedicated to providing an unparalleled golf experience. GAYLORD, MI, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Michigan’s most spectacular …

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Published on April 15, 2025 - 15:51 GMT

One of Golf Weeks Top 200 Courses to Play - Treetops Resort’s Signature Golf Course Unveils Renovations

Michigan’s most spectacular resort -Treetops Resort known for its award-winning golf nationally is dedicated to providing an unparalleled golf experience. GAYLORD, MI, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Michigan’s most spectacular …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 20:40 GMT

Big early-May calendar includes case that might address “culture war” issue

One of the cases is Taking Offense v. State of California, which by our count is the second oldest non-capital case on the court’s docket. When review was granted, it looked like the court would decide a hot-button issue — “Did the Court of Appeal err in …

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Published on April 17, 2025 - 19:05 GMT

Annual Ed Asner & Friends Celebrity Poker Night Set For June 14th on the Iconic Radford Studio's New York Street

Over 50 Stars To “Ante Up” Benefiting with Autism, Developmental Delays and Other Special Needs and Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Ed Asner LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Ed Asner Family Center (TEAFC) …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 17:41 GMT

Three Organizations Unite for Lyme Disease Awareness

Lyme Warrior, The Leaf Program, Inc. – Frederick, and Project Lyme Host 5K Fun Run on May 31 at Hood College FREDERICK, MD, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lyme Warrior, The Leaf Program, Inc. – Frederick, and Project Lyme …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 17:25 GMT

Domestic Violence and Mental Health Summit 2025

Bridging the Gap in Community Connections to Support Children and Famlies CHARLOTTE, NC, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Living Waters Inc, in collaboration with Empower Your Life Services, will host the Domestic Violence and …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 17:12 GMT

Employer Negligence in Louisiana Construction Accidents: What Workers Need to Know

OPELOUSAS, LA, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Construction sites carry inherent risks, but when those risks are compounded by employer negligence, the consequences can be life-changing. In Louisiana, injured workers are often …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on April 18, 2025 - 17:07 GMT

Workplace Chemical Exposure in Louisiana: Legal Protections and Injury Claims

OPELOUSAS, LA, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Chemical exposure in the workplace continues to present significant health risks to employees across numerous Louisiana industries, including manufacturing, petrochemical, …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 15:40 GMT

National Mental Health Alliance Day: Charlotte North Carolina

CHARLOTTE, NC, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Join us in Charlotte, North Carolina at the National Mental Health Alliance Day as we provide presentations on the following topics: Mental Health, Addiction, Fentanyl, and Human …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 15:40 GMT

Constituents of Rep. Andy Harris to Rally Against Budget That Prioritizes Billionaires Over Working Families

Cambridge Indivisible to spotlight Harris’s support for deep cuts to healthcare, food aid, and education during April 19 rally in Cambridge, MD. CAMBRIDGE, MD, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- While working families across …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, Politics ...
Published on April 18, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

National Law Day on May 1st: The Importance of Accessible Legal Resources

RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As we approach National Law Day on May 1st, the legal community celebrates the rule of law and the US legal system. As our society continues to grow and change, individuals continue to need …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 12:50 GMT

Hawaii Legislature Unanimously Passes Reforms to Protect Kids from Inhumane Treatment in the Criminal Justice System

Lawmakers Send 2 Groundbreaking Bills to Gov. Green Which Will End Mandatory Minimum Sentences for Children Tried as Adults & the Prosecution of Kids Under 12 WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a historic …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 11:32 GMT

Title IX Showdown in Maine: Attorney Keith Altman Breaks Down the Federal-State Legal Battle on WMTW Channel 8

FARMINGTON HILLS, MI, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a high-profile interview on WMTW Channel 8, nationally recognized attorney Keith Altman, Founding Partner of K Altman Law, offered expert legal commentary on Maine’s …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 05:36 GMT

SEXUAL ASSAULT SURVIVORS MARCH FOR CHANGE IN DC

APRIL 29 RALLY OUTSIDE WHITE HOUSE BRINGS TOGETHER DENIM WEARING RAPE VICTIMS AND SYMPATHIZERS FOR MARCH TO LINCOLN MEMORIAL WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TAKING A STAND AGAINST SEXUAL ASSAULT April is …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 05:28 GMT

இன அழிப்பு சிறிலங்க ராணுவ, இந்தியஇராணுவ புரிந்துணர்வு தமிழர்கள வேதனைகுள்ளாக்குகின்றது- நாடு கடந்த தமிழீழஅரசாங்கம்

இந்தியப் பிரதமர் நரேந்திர மோடி அவர்களின்சிறிலங்கா பயணம் தொடர்பாக நாடு கடந்த தமிழீழஅரசாங்கம் கருத்து COLOMBO, SRI LANKA, April 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- இந்தியப் பிரதமர் நரேந்திர மோடி அவர்களின்சிறிலங்கா பயணம் தொடர்பாக நாடு கடந்த …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 05:13 GMT

From Fear to Love: Bryan Post Brings Trauma-Informed Parenting Tour to Houston, Fort Worth & Arlington

ARLINGTON, FORT WORTH AND HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bryan Post, internationally recognized child behavior expert and founder of the Post Institute, officially launches the From Fear to Love 2025 World Tour …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 05:03 GMT

Sweet Valley Ranch Gives Back Donates $10,000 to Greater Unity Tabernacle Church and Nonprofit Leader 'Mother Cordelia'

Sweet Valley Ranch donates $10K to support food, shelter, and job programs led by local nonprofit champion, Mother Cordelia Challenger. FAYETTEVILLE, NC, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- $10,000. That’s how this story begins. …

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Published on April 17, 2025 - 23:41 GMT

Arkansas Legislature Passes Landmark Youth Justice Reforms to Protect Victimized Children from Trauma and Incarceration

Legislation supported by a bipartisan coalition of lawmakers and child rights advocates will reform the state’s youth justice system. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a major bipartisan victory for children’ …

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Published on April 17, 2025 - 21:52 GMT

4/20 For Freedom: Last Prisoner Project and Ben & Jerry’s Call on Governors to Grant Cannabis Clemency

The Fight for Cannabis Justice This 4/20 Just Got a Little Bit Sweeter WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As in years past, this 4/20, cannabis businesses will rack up sales, public figures will use their …

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Published on April 17, 2025 - 20:22 GMT

Denise Richards is this year’s Honoree for The Jonathan Foundation’s Spring Fundraiser as an Advocate to Help Children

Hosted by Emmy Award Winner Fritz Coleman, Retired KNBC Weathercaster Saturday, May 17, 2025 @ The Universal Sheraton -5:30 PM LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Popular actress Denise Richards is this year’s …

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Published on April 17, 2025 - 19:20 GMT

Madison Education Group Launches New Certificate Program

New Certificate Program in Leadership Principles and Developing Visionary Leadership Skills MELBOURNE, FL, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Madison Education Group and the Madison School of Professional Development are proud …

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Published on April 17, 2025 - 16:45 GMT

Supreme Court Declines Cannabis Case; DOJ Faces Escalating Scrutiny Over Prosecutorial Misconduct

Lucas Sirois followed Maine law—but federal prosecutors continue pursuit, potentially violating DOJ funding limits and wasting taxpayer resources. AUGUSTA, ME, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a significant development …

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Published on April 17, 2025 - 16:41 GMT

University of Phoenix Career Optimism Index Reveals 1 in 4 American Workers Face Professional Uncertainty

PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amid record-low institutional trust and rising workplace grievances, the fifth annual Career Optimism Index® from the University of Phoenix Career Institute® finds American workers …

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Published on April 18, 2025 - 01:42 GMT

ICRC outraged as premises in Gaza struck and damaged by explosive

This is the second such incident in three weeks; another premises in the area was struck by a tank shell on 24 March. Both incidents occurred despite the buildings being clearly marked and regularly notified to all parties. These incidents highlight the …

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