BECKHAM & DONOVAN HEADLINE MLS ALL-STAR GAME IN TORONTO

SWEET!!!! In my City as well. Seems like the MLS All-Star team is playing England's own West Ham, which happens to be my Uncle and Cousins favourite team. I Hope the tickets are available for this... I wanna be there front row.. 2 Hot Men in my town playing Soccer.. WOOT WOOT.

TORONTO — Los Angeles Galaxy stars David Beckham and Landon Donovan headlined the roster for the MLS All-Star Game, which will be played July 24 in Toronto against the English Premier League club West Ham United.

The first 11 players were chosen based on voting by fans, players, media and coaches/general managers. Donovan led in aggregate votes, while Beckham had the edge in fan voting.

The league-leading New England Revolution on Thursday claimed three of the 11 early roster spots for the game -- defender Michael Parkhurst, midfielder Shalrie Joseph and goalkeeper Matt Reis.

Also selected to the team were defenders Jimmy Conrad of the Kansas City Wizards and Frankie Hejduk of the Columbus Crew, midfielders Cuauhtemoc Blanco of the Chicago Fire, Sacha Kljestan of Chivas USA and Robbie Rogers of Columbus and forward Kenny Cooper of FC Dallas.

New England Revolution coach Steve Nicol will fill out the roster Tuesday with five more selections. [SOURCE]

GAY MAN SUES BECAUSE OF THE BIBLE

Talk about a gay man being scorned.. In this case a gay man is suing two heavyweight Christian publishers, claiming their versions of the Bible that refer to homosexuality as a sin violate his constitutional rights and have caused him emotional pain and mental instability.

Bradley LaShawn Fowler of Canton, Mich., is seeking $60 million from Zondervan, based in Cascade Township, and $10 million from Nashville-based Thomas Nelson Publishing.

"The Court has some very genuine concerns about the nature and efficacy of these claims," the judge wrote.

Fowler, 39, alleges Zondervan's Bibles referring to homosexuality as a sin have made him an outcast from his family and contributed to physical discomfort and periods of "demoralization, chaos and bewilderment."

The intent of the publisher was to design a religious, sacred document to reflect an individual opinion or a group's conclusion to cause "me or anyone who is a homosexual to endure verbal abuse, discrimination, episodes of hate, and physical violence ... including murder," Fowler wrote.

Fowler's suit claims Zondervan's text revisions from a 1980s version of the Bible included, and then deleted, a reference to homosexuality in 1 Corinthians without informing the public of the changes. [SOURCE]

Eeek.. Well.. If it is true that the companies changed the wording to include Homosexuality then he may have a case. However, taking this to court may be a tricky thing.. Especially for the amount he wants to be compensated. This dude is totally milking it with the compensation amount. Interesting...

MANCHESTER GRAND HYATT GAY BOYCOTT

Who Doesn't Love a Good 'Ol Boycott. Owner of the Manchester Grand Hyatt, San Diego, Doug Manchester, is being slammed by Gay Right Supporters. Seems that Doug contributed $125,000 to Proposition 8, an amendment to ban same-sex marriage on the November ballot, which is not sitting well with the gays.

Organizers of the campaign, which is expected to be announced at a news conference today, say they believe it is the first time that gay rights supporters have boycotted a business whose owner seeks to ban same-sex marriage.

Leaders will urge the public to avoid the downtown hotel because they say that support for Proposition 8 amounts to unfair treatment of gays and lesbians.

“Manchester's contribution to this anti-marriage initiative is discrimination plain and simple,” said Brigette Browning, president of Unite Here Local 30, which represents 4,500 hotel and restaurant workers. [SOURCE]

Hmmm.. We will have to keep our eyes on this boycott and see how it does. I agree! Why should i give my money to a company who is against my rights. I hope this has a negative impact on the hotel!!! Is That Bad To Say?

U.K.: LEGITIMISED HOMOPHOBIA??

Across the big pond in the U.K., upset has occured with the gay community. A court ruled in favour of Lillian Ladele, who claimed that she was discriminated against because of her religion when she refused to conduct civil partnership ceremonies while employed by Islington council.

Peter Tatchell, the gay rights and human rights campaigner, said that the ruling in favour of Lillian Ladele is "a dangerous subversion of the democratic principle that everyone should have equal rights and responsibilities under the law."

"The tribunal has ruled that people of faith are above the law," said Mr Tatchell.

"They can plead conscientious objection and be exempt from the laws that apply to everyone else.

"If this judgment stands, it will pave the way for religious people to have the legal entitlement to discriminate on conscientious grounds against people of other faiths, unmarried parents and many others who they condemn as immoral." [SOURCE]

Wow, this is insane.. What Tatchell is saying is true. He goes on talking about how Firemen, cops and other public services can soon deny help to those gays in need if their religious rights are againt homosexuals. CRAZY STUFF PEOPLE!!

JANET AND MEL B DUET TOGETHER RUMOUR: SQUASHED!

Alright, So I am a HUUUUUGE Janet Jackson fan.. Maybe not as much as Shania Twain but still a HUUUGE one.. They are Neck to Neck.. With Shania's Nose giving her the Lead.. Ha Ha Ha

Back on June 19th, Mel B (a.k.a. Scary Spice) sat down with GMTV for a Q&A. In one of the questions she was asked about working with the fabulous Miss J.J.:

Q: And we've heard you've been working with Janet Jackson...

A: Yep, well I'm 10 songs into my album and she worked with me on one of the tracks. I'm also doing a tour of America with her in September, which I can't wait for. She's a great lady.

This caused up some frantic stir and fans were excited to see the two work together, especially on tour, I being one of them. However, when Janet-Love asked Mel B about this rumour she replied:

Former Spice Girl Mel B has backtracked on her comments that she was due to record a duet with Janet, saying: “There’s no truth in that.”

That sucks.. I am soo wanting to go to see Janet when she comes to Toronto. Still have to get tickets.. Checkin out Ebay while I Type.. Woot Woot..

LANCE BASS ON DANCING WITH THE STARS??

It looks like it. According to NYDailyNews.com Lance is geared up and ready to participate in the competition. The only thing is that they are not sure to pair him up with a female or take it to the next level and make it with a man..

Hmmm.. Well i would so do it with another man. It would bring a lot more attention to the show for sure. I don't watch the show to tell you the truth. I prefer real dancing from 'So You Think You Can Dance'. Who doesnt wouldn't like to look at Travis (Season 2), Pasha and Neil (Season 3) and Will(Season 4).. DAMN!!!!

SCOTLAND: SELF-HARMING HIGH AMONGST LESBIANS

This piece is quite alarming. In Scotland, a survey was conducted and some disturbing results were found. The survey was conducted with a total of 500 Scottish women by the charity Stonewall . It seems that 20 per cent of lesbian and bisexual women in Scotland had deliberately harmed themselves in the last year, compared to 0.4 per cent of the general population.

THE first major survey conducted into lesbian and bisexual women's health in Scotland has found high levels of self-harm, discrimination and exclusion from routine testing for cervical cancer.

The study also found that five per cent of lesbian and bisexual women have attempted to take their own life in the last year.

Those polled are also still not accessing vital cancer screening services, the charity said.

Calum Irving, director of Stonewall Scotland, said: "This report is a wake-up call for all those concerned with health in Scotland.

"For lesbian and bisexual women the experiences of prejudice, misunderstanding and at times hostility can damage long-term health and wellbeing." [SOURCE]

That is definately not cool. I hope this brings light to the issue and that the governement will start to pour some funding into the community to bring more awareness to these concerns.

HOTNESS CONTINUED.. CHANNING VS. RYAN

Because its Wednesday and everything is turning up HOT today, I thought i would post this. Due to the fact that Stop-Loss was just released on DVD July 8th, I wanted to see who people thought was hotter; Ryan Philippe or Channing Tatum??

I personally kinda have to go with Channing, just because i love the Beefy type but Ryan does come close. Take a look for yourself below and be the judge!!

ANOTHER SHARPIE AD WITH HOTTIE BECKS

Had to post this. Look at the smirk..I HEART it. Becks your Smouldering Sweetness at its best. Enjoy!!

ANOTHER RETURNEE TO 90210

Wow.. They are just seem to keep on coming back.. Tori.. Jennie.. Shannen and now Joe E. Tata who played Nat, the owner of the Famous "Peach Pitt".

Joe E. Tata is cooking again in the role of Peach Pit diner owner Nat for the new incarnation of "Beverly Hills 90210."

Tata, who was part of the original series that aired from 1990 to 2000 on Fox, said Tuesday he was wrapping up his scenes for the pilot episode of CW's version of the show. The part represents "lightning striking twice," he said.

It's uncertain if his character will remain part of the series, he said.

"The coin's in the air for me," Tata told The Associated Press. "I guess it comes under the heading of magic test: Let's see if the audience still remembers me." [SOUCRE]

This is such great news. I am just hoping everyone will come back... Just like they did for Degrassi the Next Generation, here in Canada. I don't care if it is just one appearance, I just want to see them back in their original roles.. Please bring back BRANDON!!!

D&G NEW GYM COLLECTION - SWEET!!!

Man, Wednesday is turning into quite a HAWT one.. So over at Queerity.com I came across this fabulous spread of Dolce and Gabbana using the Milano Beach Soccer Team as their models for their new Gym Collection.

Funny enough.. It took me some time to think where Milano was located.. Yes.. people i am not always the brightest.. especially after looking at guys running around half naked.. ha ha ha.. But i did a little Google search and felt really dumb when it was Milan.. HA HA HA.. OOPSIES.

Anyways.. Enjoy the photo spread!!

HOLLYOAKS GAY HUNK SPEAKS!

For some hotness today, I bring forth James Sutton. James plays gay character John Paul McQueen on the British soap Hollyoaks, although he is straight in real life, his portrayal of the gay teen John Paul is remarkable and has been getting a lot of praise from the gay community.

His job playing John Paul is now coming to an end after playing the part since September 2006. He is on his way to better things he says but took some time to sit down with Michael Jensen over at AfterElton.com and have a little Q&A session.

He Talks about his time being on the show, his thoughts on the gay community, what it's like to play a gay character while being straight and much more. Here is a tidbit of the convo:

AE: You have done a lot of interviews and seem really comfortable with the character and playing him. I suspect the way you haven’t made a big deal about playing a gay character is half of the reason why you’re so popular with our readers. Where do you come by that attitude with the role? Did you start out that way or did you come into that as you went along?

JS: I’ve always kind of had that. I spent a good part of my youth [in the theater] and there were a lot of openly gay men … so I was always around that kind of environment and always kind of comfortable around the gay community. I still occasionally go to a gay bar with people and hang out and stuff, so I’ve never had any kind of [discomfort] or anything with it. And I’m just an actor and it’s just a part and … if they need me to kiss another guy or be physical with another guy or whatever it may be … I’m comfortable with myself to do that. I’m quite comfortable in my own skin, you know?

This guy is cute.. Love the Accent as well.. Who Doesn't Love a British Accent? Too bad he is leaving soon. I was just getting used to him on the show. Its being aired on BBCK in Canada. What do you guys think of James??

To read the rest of the article Click Here

ATTACK ON GAY SHELTER - 4 TEENS ARRESTED

Seems to me some people are just haters.. 4 teens were arrested for attacking youth and a priest who runs a Queens shelter for transgender and gay youth. Although its being reported that there were only minor injuries it still caused for alarm in the community.

The priest, the Rev. Louis Braxton Jr., said he was returning to the shelter, Carmen’s Place, on Steinway Street in Astoria, about 10:30 on Monday night when he saw a group of youths hit a resident on the head with a bag of garbage.

Father Braxton, an Episcopal priest who is the shelter’s director, said he shouted at the attackers and they fled. But four youths returned soon after holding a paint bucket, a miter box, steel brackets and a belt. By then other shelter residents had gathered outside, Father Braxton said.

Two residents of Carmen’s Place argued with the four and were punched in the face and body, Kevin Ryan, a spokesman for the Queens district attorney’s office, said.

...Father Braxton said the group used obscenities and homophobic and anti-transgender slurs. He met with detectives from the Police Department’s Hate Crimes Unit on Tuesday to discuss safety concerns.

“We have had other attacks like this from kids in the neighborhood,” he said. “People pushing the kids, throwing things at them, at least once a week.”

Three of the suspects were identified by the police as Shara Mozie, 17, and Tyreek Childs, 17, both of 24th Street, and Trevaughn Payne, 16, of 34th Avenue, all in Queens.

The name of the fourth suspect, a 15-year-old boy, was not released because he will likely be charged as a juvenile, Mr. Ryan said.

The three teenagers faced assault, weapons and harassment charges, Mr. Ryan said. The most-serious count, the assault charge, is a misdemeanor, he said. [SOURCE]

Wow.. I always think it starts with the family.. These kids need parents to teach them about respecting diversity. I hope these kids get what they deserve.

BOO CANADA!! - BI NIGERIAN WOMAN BEING DENIED REFUGEE STATUS

Seems like this poor woman is being deported on July 10th because she was denied refugee status. She is claiming that she will be prosecuted because of being bisexual. She has two children as well and is scared for their safety:

Time is running out for a bisexual woman who has been denied refugee status in Canada. Jane Okojie is scheduled to be deported to Nigeria on Thu, Jul 10 where she says she and her two children will face persecution because of her bisexuality.

"I don't know what to do," says Okojie. "I am more afraid for my children than for myself. There are so many things going on in my head, I cannot think properly."

...Homosexuality in Nigeria is punishable by imprisonment of up to 14 years. The country has been criticized by human rights organizations including Amnesty International over its record of queer and other human rights abuses. In 2006 the Nigerian justice minister proposed a bill that would have made it a crime to support queer advocacy groups or participate in a same-sex marriage ceremony and banned adoption by queers. The bill was brought before the house of the national assembly but was not passed. [SOURCE]

Ok.. This is horrible.. This may sound ignorant of me but Canada will allow any individual to come into our country and imigrate here even if they only speak a few english words. Now we have a woman here who is in danger of her life and safety of her children and Canada won't accept her. EWWW.. What kind of counrty do i live in.. I just want to spit on it right now.. BAH!!!

*UPDATE* Jane Okojie, a Nigerian woman who had been scheduled to be deported to Nigeria on Thu, Jul 10, has been granted a temporary deferral, allowing her to stay in Canada in the short term. The deferral came as the result of a request made by Okojie's lawyer to the removal officer handling her case. [SOURCE]

DID A "BRUNO" STUNT GET OUT OF CONTROL IN ARKANSAS?

This comes from the U.S.. Seems like a brawl broke lose after a fake "Cage Fight" was put on and in the middle of the fight the two men involved stripped down and started to passionately kiss. Seems that Arkansas cannot handle two men kissing, especially those who paid $1 for beer and wanted to watch only two men fight brutally. HA HA HA..

This brought some speculation that this could be a stunt for the new Sacha Baron Cohen movie about a gay Austrian reporter "Bruno":

"We had a contract for cage fighting. We were deceived," said Dwight Duncan, president and CEO of Four States Fair Grounds in Texarkana, where the first of two Arkansas fights raised suspicions last month.

Matt Labov, a Los Angeles-based publicist for Baron Cohen, said he had no comment Monday about the faked fights. One of Baron Cohen's movies is due out next year.

An elaborate array of mounted and handheld video cameras caught the crowd of 1,600's reaction as the two men "went right up to the line" of the city's morality laws, Holland said. The two men stripped down to their underwear, kissed and rubbed on each other, the sergeant said.

...The audience, as well as local fighters drawn to take part in the show, became enraged. "It set the crowd off lobbing beers," Holland said. "They had beers in plastic cups. Those things can get some distance on them actually."

Holland said it took officers about 45 minutes to clear the convention center, as the two actors sprinted away through a specially set-aside tunnel.

Those in attendance were told by several signs on display that they'd be filmed, Holland said, and signed waivers before the event. Convention center sales director Karin Hobbs declined to name the event's sponsor Monday. [SOURCE]

HA HA HA HA.. Oh my.. I can't wait for this movie. I can totally see it showing how some of those narrow minded folk think... Too Funny... Lets hope it makes the cut for the movie, if it is really indeed for the movie "Bruno".

ANDREW VAN DE KAMP OF DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES NEW SEASON RUMOURS

WARNING: THESE COULD BE TRUE RUMOURS/SPOILERS...

Ever since Desperate Housewives entered on to TV, I have had a HUUUUGE crush on Andrew... Yes, I was 4 yrs older than him but he was damn cute. Now, he is hotter and gayer (well not so gayer.. he has lost his edge after the 2nd season) than ever on the show and we have some spoilers for the next season.

According to Televisionista:

Rumor has it - after the show leaps 5 years into the future following the May 18 fourth season finale - one of the men will be gone from Wisteria Lane and the other one will be living in a relationship with none other than Andrew Van De Kamp, a sexy 24-year old!

Obviously that must be one of the gay couple, which i hope is Bob.. Lee gets on my nerves.. Is that bad to say??

With further research I did come across another article from Zap2it which states that the gay couple Bob and Lee are back next season:

Desperate House Guy: Wisteria Lane's resident gays, Bob and Lee, will be back for year five and we'll soon learn a lot more about the good-looking couple. Seems Bob has got some serious issues -- like, seek professional help sort of issues -- and it will all come out this season.

Soo maybe Andrew isn't with one of these two guys.. But who could it be?? Well now I can't wait for the season premiere.. SWEET!!

CHILDREN'S BOOK DEALS WITH GAY MARRIAGE

Aww.. Look at this.. Now this what it's all about.. Why not make a children's book that deals with gay issues.. Its here and it won't go away so how about introducing it in a sweet charming way.

Although, there is no doubt that this book will stir up controversy but still i am proud to say it's out there for those who want their children to be inclusive to their surroundings.

Here's a timely picture book that adds to ever-growing diversity in today's children literature.

"Uncle Bobby's Wedding," by Sarah S. Brannen, is the tale of a girl and her favorite uncle.

Uncle Bobby takes Chloe for walks, for rowboat rides on the river and teaches her about the stars.

Life is good until the day Mama throws a family picnic and Uncle Bobby announces that he and his friend Jamie are getting married. Everyone is excited except Chloe.

She tells her mother, "Bobby is my special uncle. I don't want him to get married."

...Well-told and charmingly illustrated with guinea pig characters, Brannen's story will resonate with children. Dealing with change, whether it is a new baby in the family, or a new in-law, is a sometimes-tough, sometimes-great part of growing up.

It's a true gem for youngsters who have a gay member of the family. Books for children younger than 8 rarely include same-sex couples in a natural easy way. [SOURCE]

I think its adorable...

WHERE CAN I BUY MY BECKHAM SHARPIE.. *DROOL*

Oh Wow.. Becks is coming out hard with his new ad campaign for Sharpie Markers. Honestly can this man do no wrong?? Look how strategically the marker is placed in his mouth.. MMM.. Although i have to admit i don't like his scruffy look he has been sporting lately but still if only i could get him and a Sharpie pen alone.. i mean.. umm *cough* *cough*.. Back to the new campaign...

David Beckham transcends nationality and sport to command worldwide attention. Ad one of the most recognized celebrities in the world, it’s no surprise that his autograph is among the most sought-after anywhere. Over the next two years, Sharpie, long recognized as the celebrity autograph marker of choice, is partnering with the soccer superstar in a global marketing campaign that includes advertising, in-store displays, promotional support and more.

‘I have always enjoyed signing autographs for people, especially since I used to love getting my heroes’ signatures when I was younger,” David said. “I love to use Sharpie markers, so it’s natural choice for me to partner with them.” [SOURCE]

I am lost for words.. *sigh*

REGGAE ARTISTS WANT SOME "STRAIGHT" PRIDE

So I am not sure if everyone on this blog is up to date with the issue of reggae music and the gay community. Its well known that the reggae community frown on gays and the way they live by proclaiming hate into their lyrics. Known hateful bigots in the reggae industry include Elephant Man, Beanie Man and Sizzla.

Now don't get me wrong, not all reggae artists are like this but its getting to the point where the LGBTQ community are scared of these hateful mongrels. I just don't understand the hate... I really dont.. But read the article below and come to your conclusion about the reggae industry:

A group of reggae artists, backed by their record label, will openly embrace their heterosexuality this upcoming Labor Day weekend.

"The Straight Pride Parade is a chance for Heterosexuals to gather together and proudly embrace their sexuality," said reggae artist Jango Fresh. "The Parade will also allow reggae and dancehall fans who are in New York City for the Labor Day celebrations to get together and celebrate reggae, dancehall and family in love and unity."

Before i leave this one post.. I do have something to say. I am all for Straight Pride if they really want it but only if they are willing to be open to everyone and be inclusive. I find Gay Pride so inlcusive to everyone; Straight, Bi, Gay, Black, Green or Blue.. It doesn't matter.. So if this Straight Pride is to proclaim hate then someone must stop it because its so uncalled for.

One Reggae artist that i do find great and writes actually good lyrics is Juno Award Winning artist Blessed.. Canadian's own Reggae star.

Check him out on his MYSPACE
www.myspace.com/blessedvibes

GAY RODEO COMPETITOR ON BIG BROTHER 10 - AIRING JULY 13th

So one of my ultimate favourite shows is back this Sunday, July 13th.. Woot Woot.. This morning, the house guests were revealed and it looks like we have another gay contestant, Steven Daigle, a 35-year-old geographic consultant and gay rodeo competitor from Dallas. SWEET!!

However, i have to admit i seem to be drawn more to the straight young college guys they put on the show but its always good to see a gay represent in the house.. I wonder if he will be getting an action in the house??? Last season, in the very first winter edition, they did put two gay males into the house, however one left due to personal reasons and that squashed that romance!!

Here is a list of the new house guests and if you want to read the story CLICK HERE.

The 13 contestants of "Big Brother 10" are:

• Michelle Costa, 28, real estate agent from Cumberland, R.I.

• Steven Daigle, 35, geographic consultant from Dallas

• April Dowling, 30, finance manager from Higley, Ariz.

• Robert "Memphis" Garrett, 25, mixologist and party planner from Los Angeles

• Dan Gheesling, 24, high school teacher from Dearborn, Mich.

• Jessie Godderz, 22, bodybuilder from Huntington Beach, Calif.

• Brian Hart, 27, telecommunication account manager from San Francisco

• Gerry MacDonald, 75, retired marketing executive from Magnolia, Texas

• Renny Martyn, 53, hair salon owner from Metairie, La.

• Bryan Ollie, 27, marketing sales representative from Bloomington, Minn.

• Keesha Smith, 29, waitress from Burbank, Calif.

• Angie Swindell, 29, pharmaceutical sales representative from Orlando, Fla.

• Libra Thompson, 31, human resources representative from Spring, Texas

CHECK THIS HOT NEW SINGER OUT!!

Ok so i am partially biased because he is one of my bestest friends but this guy can sing. No jokes. De Guzman has won several singing competitions including the McLaughlin Cup, which in his town is very prestigious.

He has made several attempts to make it with major record levels but has been turned down, not because of his voice but due to the fact they don't know how to market him as a solo performer. That's a load of crap. This guy can sing his lungs out. M. De Guzman has been praised by several major producers around the world and is now trying to make it on his own.

Check his music out for yourself on MYSPACE

www.myspace.com/mdeguzmanmusic

BOYZONE'S OPENLY GAY STEPHEN GATELY ROBBED!!!

Poor guy... Gately lost £80,000 worth of jewellery due to a burglary at his Highgate home in North London.

The break-in at his Highgate home in North London involved the loss of a watch that he purchased with his first pay packet from Boyzone.

He also lost a £20,000 custom-made Rolex watch in addition to a Cartier diamond watch also worth £20,000 and bracelet from his civil partner Andy Coules.

The star told the Sunday Mirror: "I'm deeply upset because these items had great sentimental value. They'll probably be sold off for a fraction of their true value." [SOURCE]

Man, that sucks.. I feel bad for the guy... Sometimes Sentimental items can be the hardest things to get over. I remember when i almost lost my late Nan's Wedding ring, which i always wear around my neck. I was going Ballistic! Luckily, i found it, miraculously at the bottom of my laundry.. I have no idea how it got there but i was soooo Happy. I mean I couldn't replace that ring, its priceless..

I hope the people are caught and Stephen gets his stuff back. Fingers crossed to you Stephen!!

A GAY WEBSITE FOR SCANDINAVIAN AIRLINES

Scandinavian Airlines seems to be focusing on the LGBT community to help boost sales. This is the way to work it people! Seems like the airline hopes to attract tourism to the Danish capital, Copenhagen.

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has become the first in Europe to launch a website designed especially for the LGBT community.

The site, which includes nightlife tips from the airline's cabin crew, is aimed at the non-Danish gay community and hopes to attract tourism to the Danish capital, Copenhagen.

The website, in coordination with webpage Copenhagen Gay Life, business owners, bars and clubs aims to provide a gay-friendly guide to the city, promoting Copenhagen as the new hot gay tourist destination.

It also provides a link to the tourist centre Visit Copenhagen which has a calendar of events, gay-only bed and breakfast listings and gay tour operators. [SOURCE]

I have heard the night life in Copenhagen is really good for the LGBT community as well. I like this step forward. Now we just need Air Canada to climb on board... Why not?? Canada is diverse too.. we need to spread our gay love too!!

GAY COUPLES IN BRISTOL (UK) MUST FIND SOME NEW BUSHES TO HAVE OUTDOOR FUN IN..

OK, so this story was brought to me by my co-worker Gillette. I love how she finds me some gay stories for my blog.. Actively looking, however it's always stuff from the U.K. Ha ha ha.. Aww Love her. Anyways, moving onwards with the story, read below:

Few park visitors would object to cutting back overgrown bushes.

But to some members of the gay community, the undergrowth at a popular Bristol beauty spot is something to be protected.

And when the council proposed removing the bushes for conservation purposes, they were met with an unusually dogged response.

The council's own gay rights group said such actions would be 'discriminating' to homosexual and bisexual men who are known to use the area for outdoor sex.

As a result, the consultation process was forced to include discussions with gay rights groups about their concerns. [SOURCE]

I dunno, i dont think the gays have a great defence with this one. I mean i am all for having "sexy-times" outdoors but if people are being caught in this area then that does say something.. Time to move on to another area... Simple as that!!

For more of the story click here.

THE BATTLE AGAINST RITE AID HAS BEGUN

So earlier this morning I Posted This Blog about Rite Aid posting a "not-so-nice" letter on their window of their pharmacy. Well Queerity.com is doing what they do best; uncover the story and provide more updates:

Jeremy Hooper over at Good As You gave the store a ring-a-ding this morning and a store representative says the sign wasn’t part of their store and Tom Marquez, the alleged manager who signed the statement, is not “in anyway” an employee there.

Sounds like someone had way too much time on their hands this holiday weekend!
[A few questions remain, however: if you look at the original picture, you can see what looks like a security grate behind the flier. If it went up after the store closed, who put it there? If it went up before the store closed, why did it remain?]

Update again! The original reader just wrote in and said not only were there four signs at the Rite Aid in question, but offers this queer detail: …”When I called yesterday to complain the woman at the Rite Aid told me that Tom Marquez wasn’t the store manager but the manager for the whole area. so I don’t think it’s a phony name…I think he’s definitely a real person. In the audio link the store employee doesn’t say she doesn’t know who Tom is, she only says he doesn’t work in that store. He’s probably regional management, but maybe someone put it up and just used his name.” There’s obviously some maniac on the loose in Manhattan. Everyone stay indoors! [SOURCE]

I love it.. I called the store too.. And they said they had no idea what i was talking about and not to call back. Hmmm.. Something is fishy.. FISHY!!

NICOLE KIDMAN GIVES BIRTH!!

CONGRATS NICOLE!!

Nicole is my favourite actress hands down and she just gave birth to a baby girl, Sunday Rose this morning.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A publicist for Keith Urban says Nicole Kidman has given birth to a baby girl in Nashville and the couple have named her Sunday Rose Kidman Urban.

"Nicole and Keith Urban are delighted to announce that Nicole Kidman gave birth to a baby girl on Monday morning, July 7, 2008, in the United States," the publicist said in a statement emailed Monday to The Associated Press.

"Sunday Rose Kidman Urban weighed 6 pounds, 7½ ounces. Husband Keith was by Nicole's side and mother and baby are very well." [SOURCE]

I am soo happy for her and Keith. Ever since the bad divorce between Nic and Tom, i only wanted the best for her. I feel like she got shafted with Tom and now finally, she is happily married with her own baby. Congrats all around.. SWEET!!

BUDAPEST PRIDE TURNED U-G-L-Y!!!

In a previous post, I was talking about Bomb threats happening in Budapest due to the festivities of Pride. Well it seems like it did turn quite ugly during their pride festival this past Saturday. 45 people were taken into custody and 10 others were injured during the parade. It seems that the community still has some far steps to take before they will be able to parade like that do here in Canada or the U.S. Its a shame really. Read below:

About 450 people took part in the march in central Budapest when extremists began throwing explosive devices, eggs, cobblestones and bottles at police and the marchers.

Police seized chemicals and Molotov cocktails from a six-member group waiting for the demonstrators in an uninhabited flat along the route of the march.

Liberal member of Parliament Gabor Horn was hit and a police car carrying former undersecretary Gabor Szetey -- the first openly gay Hungarian politician -- and member of the European Parliament Katalin Levai was also attacked, Hungarian news agency MTI reported.

Three media trucks were damaged by protesters.

Police used tear gas and water cannon to disperse the extremists gathering around the fenced-off marchers in Heroes' Square. The demonstrators could leave the scene in a corridor leading to an underground station. [SOURCE]

If you want to read more of the story click the SOURCE link above. This isn't very Happy Monday stuff to be reading eh? I hope i find more happy stuff as the day goes on.. Stay Tuned!!

NYC RITE AID SAYS NO TO GAY RIGHTS

So i found this intriguing at Queerity.com.

"Rite Aid simply ain’t right. A reader sent in this image from one of the pharmacy’s New York City locations (on Sixth Avenue at West 13th Street) and, as you can see, it’s not the most welcoming message.

This isn’t the first time Rite-Aid has found itself in a queer controversy. A DC-based manager came under fire last year after booting an “overly affectionate” gay couple.

The best part of this sign, we think, is mention of “anything that would make our customers uncomfortable is prohibited in the store.” We suppose manager Tom Marquez didn’t consider the gay customers in that one, huh? Someone else must have, because the sign, which appeared around 7am on Sunday, was soon removed…

And, just for your reference, here are Rite Aid’s corporate numbers and the number for Mr. Marquez’s location: 212-727-3720. Do with that what you will…" [SOURCE]

I am already looking to call. I mean come on.. Ewww.. People like that just disgust me.. They live in a world where discrimintation runs them. I dunno, maybe i am getting more mad over this then i should but i can't help it.

EMMA BUNTON SURPISED ABOUT (POSH) VICKI B HISTERIA!!

In other Spice Girl news, Emma Bunton has spoken out about the world of Victoria and how she finds it insane about people's obsession with her.

Emma Bunton has admitted that she is shocked by the constant attention Victoria Beckham gets as she goes about her everyday life.

The star said that she was overwhelmed by the reaction her fellow Spice Girl received when they met up for dinner recently.

Emma also tried to lift the lid on the 'real Posh', insisting that she is much more ordinary and down-to-earth than people expect.

"People were looking at her, trying to get her attention," Bunton told Red magazine. "But, to me, she's just Victoria, my friend. She's an amazing mother and she's very funny. She was texting me this morning and I was in hysterics - that's the part I see of her." [SOURCE]

She is so cute.. I soo can see why she was the baby.. I got to see them in two concerts.. Once when they were in Toronto back in 1998.. and then again for their reunion tour.. Both times were Bloody Brilliant.. Love them..

MEL C CAN'T STARE AT BECKHAM IN HIS UNDIES

Good Morning everyone and a happy Monday.. So i thought i would start off the week with a cute article about Becks. Seems that Former Spice Girl Mel C (a.k.a. Sporty Spice) can't look at David's Armani ads if she sees them. She said she has to look in the other direction because she thinks its wrong to look at her best mate's man barely clothed..

Mel C has admitted that she refuses to look at David Beckham's Emporio Armani underwear shots.

Although she complimented Beckham on his toned physique, the singer explained that she avoids gazing at the pictures due to her respect for fellow Spice Girl Victoria.

"I'd be very proud if my man looked like David Beckham," Mel revealed. "But if I see a picture of David in his pants, I avert my eyes - it's my friend's husband, so it feels a bit wrong."

Beckham has stated that he is "amazed" by the huge public interest in the advertising campaign. The most recent adverts were released last month. [SOURCE]

Aww she is adorable.. When i think about it though i would be the same way.. Eventhough he is super hot i would kinda feel like i am "Eye-Cheating" with him.. That would just be wrong.. wouldn't it??

Anyways Since its Monday and we always could use a little Becks in our lives..

Happy Monday..