Here TV Launches YouTube Paid Channel

- NEW YORK — Sat, 25 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Here TV (http://www.heretv.com/), America's only gay television network, announced today that Here TV's award-winning programming is now available as a YouTube paid channel, the newly launched subscription-based platform. Episodes of classic Here TV series as well as new fan favorites will be available immediately on demand through the new service for a low monthly or yearly subscription fee. Here TV is one of the first paid channels rolling out on YouTube. "We are very excited to launch our YouTube paid channel to bring our expansive, original, LGBT programming to a new global viewing platform. With a reach of more than one billion potential customers, Here TV continues to explore and embrace the latest innovations in program distribution to best serve our diverse audience," says

Easing of MSM Blood Ban Doesn’t Go Far Enough!

Egale Canada - Toronto — Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Early this morning Canadian Blood Services (CBS) received approval from Health Canada to reduce the current men who have sex with men (MSM) deferral period from indefinite to five years from last MSM activity. While this move represents important progress in addressing one of Canada’s few remaining overtly discriminatory policies, it fails to fully correct the problem. Egale Canada has been actively lobbying to correct this discriminatory...

“Struck By Lightning” Releases Today On Blu-Ray and DVD

Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

High school senior Carson Phillips (Chris Colfer, Glee) was destined for bigger things than his close-minded small town could ever offer. He was on a path to greatness, but destiny had a different plan when he was suddenly killed by a bolt of lightning in his school parking lot. Demonstrating that life is what happens while...

LGBT & One Concerned Mom Respond to One Million Moms’ Discriminatory Attack Against Disney

Project Publicity - NYC — Fri, 17 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Earlier this week, One Million Moms launched a campaign against the annual Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) day at Orlando’s Magic Kingdom®, taking place Saturday, June 1, 2013. On its website, One Million Moms claims that the intent of the LGBT community is "to expose and desensitize children to this lifestyle by same-sex couples holding hands, hugging and kissing". They are urging members to e-mail Disney officials and demand the park...

Poll Finds Public Support for Gay Athletes

Reason Foundation - Los Angeles, CA — Fri, 17 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Following NBA player Jason Collins' public announcement that he is gay, a quarter of Americans, 25 percent, believe having an openly gay athlete is a positive development for society, a new Reason-Rupe poll finds. Seventeen percent say having...

"Queers Take Back the Night" Rally Draws Over 200

Queer Rising - New York, NY — Fri, 17 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Over 200 people and several key community leaders attended a rally and march this evening outside the Knicks' game at Madison Square Garden. Queer Rising — a grassroots organization created to demand full equality for all queer people through nonviolent direct action — sponsored Queers Take Back the Night: A Rallied Response to Dual Hate-Crimes, a rally and march in response to a string of anti-gay assaults in the Madison Square Garden area. Supporters gathered at 7:00pm at the southwest corner of 7th Ave and W. 33rd St and distributed flyers to Knicks fans and passersby about the attacks. At 8:00pm (concurrent...

National Cyber Security Alliance & LGBT Technology Partnership Launch Internet Safety Initiative

National Cyber Security Alliance - WASHINGTON, DC — Fri, 17 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA), a non-profit public-private partnership focused on helping all digital citizens stay safer and more secure online, today announced a new collaboration initiative with the LGBT Technology Partnership to encourage greater awareness about cybersecurity and safety issues for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender communities. The LGBT Technology Partnership works to provide a centralized, national presence for the many LGBT organizations and groups that are impacted by telecommunications, cable and technology policies. The organization also serves as a strong unified voice ensuring that policy implementation at the local, state and federal levels address the unique needs of the LGBT community. While the NCSA has worked to educate all digital users about staying safe online for over a decade, the organization has increased its focus on more closely targeting specific populations with uniquely tailored awareness messages. This ongoing effort includes working with the LGBT Technology Partnership in creating an LGBT cyber education toolkit with fact sheets, tip sheets...

Two Dudes in Love & Jinkx Monsoon present new single “Schizophrenic”

Two Dudes in Love - San Francisco, CA — Fri, 17 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The new Two Dudes in Love single "Schizophrenic" is a collaboration with RuPaul’s Drag Race winner Jinkx Monsoon, and you can buy it now via iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/schizophrenic-feat.-jinkx/id642497005. Jinkx Monsoon delivers a spoken-word monologue in the character of Little Edie, whom Drag Race viewers will remember from the Snatch Game episode. But instead of campy humor, Jinkx’s performance in "Schizophrenic" highlights Edie’s...

Straight Spouse Network Offers Support to Those Who Discover Their Partner is Gay

PRNewswire - MAHWAH, N.J. — Fri, 17 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

In the light of Jason Collins' coming out to the world and his former fiancee, the question arises, "What about her ...or the partner or spouse of anyone who discloses he or she is really gay? What's the straight partner's side of the story?" The Straight Spouse Network, an often invisible ally, offers support to anyone discovering...

What’s the T?, A New Film Documentary Film, Follows the Lives of Five Transgender Women

Project Publicity - NYC — Fri, 17 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

"Such an amazing display of the human life and how we are all made of the same fabric." — Asian Journal What’s the T? by out filmmaker Cecilio Asuncion explores the lives of five transgender women as they fight to make their marks on the world. These are the riveting stories of courageous young adults facing adversity head-on in order to achieve their life dreams on their own terms. They are Armani, a nurse at a rehab facility who competes nights in the underground ballroom scene; Vi, a pre-med student; Mia, a former homeless teen elected to a post on the San Francisco Youth Commission and now working toward a career in politics; the boldly independent Nya; and Cassandra, a stage performer with sites to conquer the world. Film production began in 2011 with filmmaker Cecilio Asuncion, who also stars in the film, following the young women for over a year. What’s the T? is currently playing select film festivals throughout the world. "I first conceived the idea for What’s the T? while watching Anderson Cooper’s...

Fierce Gay Bingo: Loud, Proud & Out of the Closet!

- London, UK — Fri, 17 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

What is Fierce, Sexy, Glitzy, Glam, and Out of the Closet? FierceBingo, of course! The sexiest thing to hit the internet since Freddie’s last video has been revealed in all her glitter and glory and the public is going crazy for her. FierceBingo.com, the world’s first online gay bingo site, is All THAT and much more. Why is...

Queers Kiss-in

CALGARY, AB - Calgary Outlink — Thu, 16 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

In honour of May 17th, the International Day to End Homophobia and Transphobia, Calgary Outlink: Centre for Gender and Sexual Diversity is hosting a Kiss-in to celebrate all forms of love, especially LGBTQ*/Queer love and affection. "How often do you see queer couples holding hands or kissing on the street in Calgary? Not often enough to make me feel safe enough to be myself on the street," says one Calgary Outlink member. PDAs (Public...

LGBT Community Survey 2013

Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

GayCalgary Magazine would like to invite you to take a new survey about your opinions and preferences, from an LGBT perspective. There's power in our Pride! Participating in this study...

GLAAD Launches PSA Campaign Asking for Straight Allies to 'Come Out For Equality'

GLAAD - Los Angeles, CA — Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Comcast and NBC Universal to Distribute 'Coming Out for Equality' PSA Campaign Featuring Jackie Chan, Tamala Jones, Giada de Laurentiis, and Pauley Perrette Calling for Straight Americans to Take Action for Marriage GLAAD, the nation’s lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) media advocacy and anti-defamation organization, today officially launched a new public service announcement campaign helmed by director Brett Ratner. The GLAAD 'Coming Out for Equality' PSA series features a diverse group of straight celebrities and athletes "coming out of the closet" as supporters of equality and calling for other Americans to speak out. Viewers are directed to http://www.glaad.org/ally to pledge...

Save the dates for the 2013 edition of Montréal Pride, presented by TD

Fierté Montréal Pride - MONTRÉAL — Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

After its incredible success in 2012, Montréal Pride, presented by TD, will be back for a 7th edition from Monday, August 12, to Sunday, August 18, 2013. This year’s program will include shows and activities at Place Émilie-Gamelin, an LGBT human rights conference, along with cultural and community events. The ever-popular Community Day will be held on Saturday, August 17, on Sainte-Catherine Street East in the Village, and the Pride Parade, the flagship event of the week’s festivities, will be on Sunday, August 18, at 1 pm on René-Lévesque, starting at Guy Street and ending at Sanguinet. Montréal Pride is organized each to celebrate the legal and social advances made in Québec and in Canada, while underscoring the fact that much work remains to be done around...

BORDER2BORDER ENT. is serving up sizzling Spring release of I’M A STRIPPER on DVD and Digital

BORDER2BORDER ENT. - — Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Documentary follows the lives of three male strippers in Montréal, Niagara Falls and Las Vegas. I’m a Stripper examines three men’s dynamic perspective on the reality of making a living in the buff. From an outspoken crew of friends making their living gig to...

Liza Minnelli - NOH8 portrait

- New York, NY — Fri, 03 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The legendary Liza Minnelli was the latest celebrity to support the acclaimed NOH8 campaign. Liza’s NOH8 portrait was unveiled today...

Is It All Over When “The Skinny Lady Sings” In New Episode of Old Dogs & New Tricks?

Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

A theatre legend causes turmoil, a daytime icon returns to tempt, and a cabaret star belts out a tune – all in today’s new episode of Old Dogs & New Tricks, "The Skinny Lady Sings" ( http://youtu.be/QHaKBFaqlkU ). Renowned gay actor/director/author/activist Michael Kearns plays a man from Damian’s past, who sets the stage for conflict for Nathan and Damian (Leon Acord...

Priape at the Black Party Expo

Priape - Montreal — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Priape traveled to NYC for the Black Party Expo and teamed up with Cellblock13...

Australia’s Great Barrier Reef Region Goes Pink

- CAIRNS, AUSTRALIA — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

With a little help from Olympic Gold Medalist and super spunk, aussie diver Matthew Mitcham Move over Bali and The Caribbean - this city , which is the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef in Tropical North Queensland - has just flicked the pink switch and they’re after your mantles as the best gay tropical vacation spots in the world. The new website, (and it’s destination marketing campaign) launched last weekend. Go2gayCairns.com is the first ever ‘pink’ site aimed at seducing Gay travellers from around the world to visit Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef. And there is a face - and smile - in the campaign that may be familiar to some, the incredible sexy, Aussie gold medallist diver Matthew Mitcham. Cairns (already a favourite place for many Sydney locals...

Web Series Old Dogs & New Tricks Crosses Over Into Feature Film Comedy Hot Guys with Guns

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

While web-series crossovers are a common occurrence, Old Dogs & New Tricks – the award-winning web comedy about middle-aged gay friends in youth-obsessed West Hollywood currently in its second season – may have just accomplished a first! Two of its lead characters appear in the upcoming feature film Hot Guys with Guns, debuting this spring – perhaps the first time characters from a web series have appeared in an unrelated big-screen project! Leon Acord and Ryland...

Canadian Heritage cuts funding to Queer Arts Festival

Queer Arts Festival - Vancouver, BC — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

After a tremendously productive three-year partnership with Canadian Heritage, the Queer Arts Festival (QAF) has just received notice that this partnership is not going to be renewed for the 2013 season. This is a startling blow to the festival, three months before QAF is scheduled to open. QAF is a vital creative avenue for queer artists, and an important and unique cultural offering to the public at large, being BC’s only multidisciplinary arts festival dedicated to celebrating and showcasing the unique creative expressions of the queer communities. We create positive social change by promoting compassion, empathy and understanding through the arts. Canadian Heritage has funded QAF every year since 2010, with support growing 10% annually; by 2012 the grant constituted almost half of our government funding, and 17% of our total budget. When asked the reasons for the sudden reversal, Canadian Heritage representatives declined to give any details and insisted there were no specific areas of concern. We find ourselves baffled, because by every other indication, QAF is stronger than ever. What began in 1998 as a tiny, grass-roots, volunteer-run, community-based visual art exhibition, has grown...

Sports Illustrated Cover Story Exclusive: Jason Collins, 12-Year NBA Veteran Announces He is Gay

SPORTS ILLUSTRATED - NEW YORK — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

"I’m a 34-year-old NBA center. I’m black and I’m gay," begins Jason Collins the 7-foot, 12-year NBA veteran who sat down with Sports Illustrated contributor Franz Lidz and Executive Editor L. Jon Wertheim to openly discuss his sexuality and why he is now making it public. Collins’s exclusive story is part of a Sports Illustrated cross-platform editorial package on the gay athlete. The issue hits newsstands this week and Collins’ poignant thoughts can be found here now on SI.com . Collins’s essay takes us through his decision as well as reaction from family members and close friends. "I realized I needed to go public when Massachusetts congressman Joe Kennedy, my old roommate at Stanford, told me he had just marched in Boston’s 2012 Gay Pride Parade. I’m seldom jealous of others, but hearing what Joe had done filled me with envy," Collins explains. "I want to do the right thing and not hide anymore. I want...

Andrew Christian Boys Get Down And Dirty

Andrew Christian Inc. - LOS ANGELES — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Andrew Christian releases its first 2 part video"Overboard" to rave reviews and over 743,000 views in just 2 weeks. The water sparkles, the boys’ tans are aglow, and the music transports you to The Keys! Andrew Christian Inc. in conjunction with Island House-Key West released their "Overboard" video last week to rave reviews. Just in time for Spring, this video brings the sunshine and lights up your screen. The water sparkles, the boys’ tans are aglow, and the song "We are the Young Ones" (Hit Feeling...

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