Day: March 2, 2016

A Gay Israeli Soldier Asks Why His Country Has ‘Abandoned’ Him
Last week, a day after commemorating LGBT Rights Day, Israel’s ruling coalition shot down a package of bills meant to expand the rights and protections of the LGBT community.

Tennessee ’s Legislative Assault on Trans Children To Advance Despite Veto of Similar Bill in SD
The outrageous legislation scheduled for a subcommittee hearing on Tuesday targets transgender students in public elementary, middle, and high schools, as well as public universities.

Alabama Senate Committee Advances Bill Allowing Taxpayer-Funded Discrimination by Child Welfare Groups
Alabama S.B. 204 would disregard best interest of children and create state-sanctioned anti-LGBT discrimination.

Sweden has got a new prince
The Marshal of the Realm is pleased to announce that H.K.H. Crown Princess Victoria on Wednesday 2 March at 20:28 local time, gave birth to a son.

Espen Andreas Haugland makes this year’s official Oslo Pride song
Espen Andreas Haugland from Salangen in Troms has been named winner of the competition to create the official Oslo Pride-track in 2016. 21-year-old won with the song “Werk Like Beyoncé.”

Maitri’s Bliss 2016 Signature Gala and Auction hosted by Comedian Leslie Jordan
Emmy award winning actor/comedian Leslie Jordan will be the MC/Host for Bliss 2016. Ballet troupe Man Dance Company, Guitarist Andre Morgan and Oakland jazz vocalist Branice McKenzie will be the performers. Several top California officials have confirmed attendance. The event will be held on Sunday, May 1, 2016, at the Mission Bay Conference Center-UCSF beginning at 4 pm. The Sponsorship Packages start at $1000.00 and Individual tickets are $225.00. The event will include 4-star dinner menu with wine and cocktails. flaggers, drummers and massage.