May 21, 2010: Malawi, Madonna, Chely Wright on Oprah, Glee Swimwear, Al Franken
Submitted By: Fabulous Rob on May 21, 2010
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Madonna Condemns Malawi Gay Sentence
Madonna issued a statement saying she is “shocked” and “saddened” by a Malawi court’s decision to sentence gay couple Steven Monjeza and Tiwonge Chimbalanga to 14 years in prison for “gross indecency” for having an engagement ceremony last year.
Chely Wright Talks Gay Teens, Makes Oprah Cry
Chely Wright told Oprah she feels like she’s “about two weeks old” since coming out earlier this month, promoting the talk show host to cry. The two also talked about issues facing gay teens and why parents need to “open their hearts.”
Glee Guys Do Swimwear in GQ, Vogue
Matthew Morrison and Mark Salling stripped down for photo shoots in the latest issues of Vogue and GQ, respectively.
Expedia Courts Gay Travelers
The travel website is partnering with the International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association to rate gay-friendly hotels.
White House Condemns Malawi Ruling
The White House issued a statement Thursday saying the United States “strongly condemns” the conviction and 14-year sentencing of a gay couple in Malawi.
Backstreet Boys to Perform at S.F. Pride
The Backstreet Boys will headline the main stage at this year’s 40th anniversary LGBT Pride Parade and festival in San Francisco, the Bay Area Reporter reported today.
Senate Introduces LGBT Student Antibullying Bill
Introduced Thursday by Minnesota senator Al Franken and New York senator Kirsten Gillibrand, the Student Non-Discrimination Act aims to protect youths from harassment based on sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation.
GMHC Board, Clients to Discuss Move
Gay Men’s Health Crisis board members will meet with clients and other stakeholders Thursday to discuss a controversial plan to move the venerable New York City AIDS service agency.
ENDA Protesters Arrested in Senate Office
Thirteen activists with the group Chicago Harvey Milk Week were detained after staging a flash mob-style protest Thursday afternoon in Illinois senator Dick Durbin’s Chicago district office.
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