Mortgage rates continue to rise as the average 30-year, fixed rate mortgage has now climbed to 7.28% this week. That’s the highest average rate since November 2023. From the New York Times: “Mortgage rates jumped to their highest level in almost three years, pushing borrowers to the sidelines,” said Joel Kan, deputy chief economist at … Continue reading "30-Year Fixed Mortgage Rates Hit Highest Average In 3 Years" The post 30-Year Fixed Mortgage Rates Hit Highest Average In 3 Years appeared first on The Randy Report.

Some news items you might have missed: • GayCities: The 10 best LGBTQ travel destinations ranked by GayCities readers. I’ve been lucky to travel to just about all of them, and I concur with these choices 🙂 • People: Voting is open now for PEOPLE’s “Sexiest Man Alive Readers’ Choice poll.” Have your say on … Continue reading "Best LGBTQ Travel Destinations + PEOPLE’s “Sexiest Man Live” Readers’ Choice + More" The post Best LGBTQ Travel Destinations + PEOPLE’s “Sexiest Man Live” Readers’ Choice + More appeared first on The Randy Report.

Renee Good’s family sued the U.S. government and several immigration officials today, alleging wrongful death and other violations of federal law in the 37-year-old woman’s killing by an ICE officer during a federal crackdown in Minneapolis. Breaking News: Relatives of Renee Good have filed federal lawsuits against the ICE agent who killed Good in Minneapolis, … Continue reading "Renee Good’s Family Files Wrongful Death Lawsuits Against" The post Renee Good’s Family Files Wrongful Death Lawsuits Against appeared first on The Randy Report.

Some news items for you as we head over Hump Day: • Billboard: Dolly Parton stars in “9 to 5”-themed coffee commercial filmed a month before her passing. • Queerty: It’s been a challenging year, but Grammy Award winner Lil Nas X is set to return with new single “World’s Greatest” out Oct. 1. • … Continue reading "Dolly’s “9 To 5” Coffee Ad Spot + Serbia’s 1st Out Gay Prez + More" The post Dolly’s “9 To 5” Coffee Ad Spot + Serbia’s 1st Out Gay Prez + More appeared first on The Randy Report.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, during his “State of the Force Address” today to military officers and enlisted service members at the Marine Corps Base in Quantico, Virginia, went on another of his anti-diversity rants. “We are no longer the woke department, or the weak department. Simple translation of that? No fatties, no trannies, no beardos, … Continue reading "Hegseth: ‘No Fatties, No Trannies, No Beardos, No Weirdos, No Wimps, No Radicals, Just Warriors’" The post Hegseth: ‘No Fatties, No Trannies, No Beardos, No Weirdos, No Wimps, No Radicals, Just Warriors’ appeared first on The Randy Report.

The assault on LGBTQ rights and visibility in Turkey continues as the country’s justice ministry announced it shut down the website and social media accounts of T24, a leading independent digital news website, citing its “LGBT propaganda.” In a statement, the justice ministry said, “As part of the ‘My Family is Safe’ investigation… the website … Continue reading "Turkey Shuts Down News Site Over ‘LGBTQ propaganda’" The post Turkey Shuts Down News Site Over ‘LGBTQ propaganda’ appeared first on The Randy Report.

And this year’s winner of Alaska’s Katmai National Park and Preserve “Fat Bear Week” competition is… Backpack! The contest celebrates the resilience of the 2,200 brown bears that live in the preserve on the Alaska Peninsula. Meet Backpack, your 2026 Fat Bear Week champion. Backpack is 20 years old, weighs about 1,000 pounds and got … Continue reading "Alaska’s “Fat Bear Week” Crowns It’s 2026 Champion" The post Alaska’s “Fat Bear Week” Crowns It’s 2026 Champion appeared first on The Randy Report.

Donald Trump is demanding the propagandistic TV ads, even as some of his aides fret they ‘obviously’ break federal law. Missouri MAGA Senator Eric Schmitt, meanwhile, makes a fool of himself.

Some news items I thought worth your time: • Kenneth-in-the 212: This week’s “Tennis Tuesday” post highlighting Luka is a “game-set-match” winner. Follow him on Instagram below. View this post on Instagram • The Advocate: Intersex and transgender Kansans are taking their challenge to the state’s driver’s license and restroom restrictions to court this week. … Continue reading "Game-Set-Match + Japanese Volleyball Star Comes Out + More" The post Game-Set-Match + Japanese Volleyball Star Comes Out + More appeared first on The Randy Report.

Yikes! An EPIC fail by Republican Sen. Eric Schmitt of Missouri (above) today when Schmitt tried to frame former special counsel Jack Smith as a liar during his testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee, but instead found his “gotcha” moment was actually a big miss. Schmitt asked him if he was in Atlanta on Feb. … Continue reading "Eric Schmitt Beclowns Himself During Jack Smith Hearing" The post Eric Schmitt Beclowns Himself During Jack Smith Hearing appeared first on The Randy Report.

A group of pastors are urging Virginians to vote “no” on proposed constitutional amendments in November’s elections that would permanently enshrine abortion access and same-sex marriage in the state’s governing document. From the virulently anti-LGBTQ Family Research Council’s “news outlet:” Over the weekend, pastors of Virginia wrote a letter to the Commonwealth declaring their stance on … Continue reading "Virginia Pastors Urge Voters To Reject Ballot Measure That Would Codify Same-Sex Marriage Rights" The post Virginia Pastors Urge Voters To Reject Ballot Measure That Would Codify Same-Sex Marriage Rights appeared first on The Randy Report.

Some news items for you as we head into the new week: • OUT: “The Traitors: New Blood” contestant Jay Vinnedge (above) came out as straight on social media after gay confusion. Vinnedge and his wife both made videos responding to fans being shocked that he is married to a woman. • Queerty: Recap of … Continue reading "“The Traitors: New Blood” Contestant Comes Out As Straight + More" The post “The Traitors: New Blood” Contestant Comes Out As Straight + More appeared first on The Randy Report.

Education Secretary Linda McMahon (above) announced today it has formally rescinded a Biden-era policy that extended the federal ban on sex discrimination in schools to also protect LGBTQ people. Because god forbid we protect LGBTQ kids. BREAKING: The Trump administration is erasing protections for LGBTQ+ kids and survivors of sexual assault in school settings without … Continue reading "Education Dept Formally Rescinds LGBTQ Protections" The post Education Dept Formally Rescinds LGBTQ Protections appeared first on The Randy Report.

Andrew Bailey, who joined the F.B.I. in an unusual capacity as co-deputy director, is abruptly leaving his position after a little more than a year. This comes amid much turbulence in federal law enforcement agencies under the Trump administration. Andrew Bailey, who joined the FBI in an unusual “co-deputy” position, will leave the bureau after … Continue reading "Deputy FBI Director Abruptly Quits Amid Clashes With Kash Patel" The post Deputy FBI Director Abruptly Quits Amid Clashes With Kash Patel appeared first on The Randy Report.

In a late night social media post, Donald Trump floated the idea of tearing out the White House press briefing room and restoring a historic indoor swimming pool in its place. Trump posted side-by-side images of the current James S. Brady Press Briefing Room next to an elaborate rendering of what a renovated pool could … Continue reading "Trump Teases Demolishing Down White House Briefing Room" The post Trump Teases Demolishing Down White House Briefing Room appeared first on The Randy Report.

Some news items you might have missed: • Deadline: Madonna will open the 2026 VMAs airing live tonight at 7:30pm ET/4:30pm PT on CBS, simulcast on MTV and streaming on Paramount+ (Premium) in the US. The show will be available globally the next day on Paramount+ and MTV. • Playbill: The classic 1955 musical Damn … Continue reading "Madonna Opens 2026 VMAs Tonight + ‘Damn Yankees’ Heading Back To Bway +" The post Madonna Opens 2026 VMAs Tonight + ‘Damn Yankees’ Heading Back To Bway + appeared first on The Randy Report.

This has to be one of the most hideous things I’ve read in a while. Rodney Travis Jr. pleaded guilty this week to beating and maiming nearly 20 cats before uploading videos to social media claiming the animals had cancer and begged for donations. After prosecutors linked Travis to multiple TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube accounts … Continue reading "27-Year-Old Sentenced To 15 Years In Prison For Torturing Cats" The post 27-Year-Old Sentenced To 15 Years In Prison For Torturing Cats appeared first on The Randy Report.

Checking in on some favorite InstaHunks this week, starting with John and John in weekend uniform mode: View this post on Instagram Donovan had lots of reasons to smile: View this post on Instagram Pablo Alboran wore a mask: View this post on Instagram Daniel revealed his pump: View this post on Instagram Ignacio shared … Continue reading "Weekend Uniforms + Saturgay Pool Parties + More InstaHunks" The post Weekend Uniforms + Saturgay Pool Parties + More InstaHunks appeared first on The Randy Report.

Some news stories from the day: • Heavenly Birthday: I’m thinking my best ‘Happy Heavenly Birthday’ thoughts today for my dear, wonderful Olivia Newton-John, who would have celebrated her 78th birthday today. #missingyou • LGBTQ Nation: Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar said during a press conference that his government will move to end the country’s … Continue reading "Happy Heavenly Birthday Olivia Newton-John + More" The post Happy Heavenly Birthday Olivia Newton-John + More appeared first on The Randy Report.

What happens when the hot guy finally wants you — but somehow, you still don’t believe you’re worthy of being loved? That’s the deliciously messy question at the heart of In Between, the new queer romantic dramedy making its world premiere tonight at Atlanta’s 39th Out On Film Festival. This isn’t your typical gay rom-com … Continue reading "‘In Between’ Finds The Heart & Humor In Learning To Love Yourself" The post ‘In Between’ Finds The Heart & Humor In Learning To Love Yourself appeared first on The Randy Report.

The cast of HBO’s drama series The Gilded Age will lift us all in song as they assemble for “Voices Of The Gilded Age: The Christmas Album,” a new collection of holiday classics and original songs. Produced by songwriter and producer Desmond Child, the album features two new original songs, both written by Child (“The … Continue reading "New Music: Cast Of ‘The Gilded Age’ To Release New Holiday Album" The post New Music: Cast Of ‘The Gilded Age’ To Release New Holiday Album appeared first on The Randy Report.

Happy Friday! Some news items for you as we head into the weekend: • AP News: People around the world are celebrating today as “Dolly Parton Day,” honoring the life, legacy, and philanthropic work of the iconic Dolly Parton. The date 9/25 is a playful nod to her famous hit song and movie “9 to … Continue reading "Happy Dolly Parton Day + Clavicular Facing Rape Charges + More News" The post Happy Dolly Parton Day + Clavicular Facing Rape Charges + More News appeared first on The Randy Report.

Rogers says he built Chrysler vehicles on an assembly line. Records show his work was at an aftermarket facility that modified vehicles after they left the factory.

In this week’s LGBTQ headlines: • Transgender military service members pushed out under the Trump administration’s anti-trans policy were promised separation pay, but for many of those veterans, the money still hasn’t arrived. Plus,… • Turkey’s anti-LGBTQ crackdown is getting even worse as queer sports clubs are now feeling the heat. • The new gay … Continue reading "Podcast: Gay Rom-Com ‘In Between’ + Trans Military Waiting On Separation Pay + More News" The post Podcast: Gay Rom-Com ‘In Between’ + Trans Military Waiting On Separation Pay + More News appeared first on The Randy Report.

The U.S. Supreme Court has removed a block on a controversial national voter database. But existing law prevents most states from systematically purging voters from their rolls within 90 days of an election. So, the impact on the upcoming midterms is likely limited. BREAKING: The Supreme Court lets the Trump administration use a revamped federal … Continue reading "Supreme Court Removes Block On Federal Voter Eligibility Database" The post Supreme Court Removes Block On Federal Voter Eligibility Database appeared first on The Randy Report.

Some news stories I thought worth your time: • The Advocate: House Democrats are demanding answers from Defense Sec. Pete Hegseth about delayed separation pay for transgender service members forced out under the Trump administration’s military ban. Some trans vets have been waiting months and months for tens of thousands. • New York Times: Last … Continue reading "Trans Military Vets Waiting Months For Separation Pay + More News" The post Trans Military Vets Waiting Months For Separation Pay + More News appeared first on The Randy Report.

As Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel began to address the United Nations General Assembly, where a majority of members are critical of Israel’s conduct in Gaza and the West Bank, many diplomats in the hall walked out, as they did last year. Netanyahu chided those still in attendance saying, “If there any other moral … Continue reading "United Nations Delegates Walk Out On Netanyahu’s Speech" The post United Nations Delegates Walk Out On Netanyahu’s Speech appeared first on The Randy Report.

Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) gave an unhinged speech on the floor of the U.S. Senate on Tuesday attacking trans people  as ‘deranged’ and suggested we need to “bring back mental institutions as a normal part of our society.” “It is the best interest of our country to bring back mental institutions as a normal part of … Continue reading "Tuberville: ‘Deranged’ Trans People Need To Be Institutionalized" The post Tuberville: ‘Deranged’ Trans People Need To Be Institutionalized appeared first on The Randy Report.

Some news items for you as we head over Hump Day: • NBC News: Two men have been charged with felony assault and hate crime enhancements in connection with an attack on a San Jose State University student.  Prosecutors allege the victim and two female friends were walking on campus when the suspects – a … Continue reading "Hate Crime At San Jose State University + More News" The post Hate Crime At San Jose State University + More News appeared first on The Randy Report.

Out gay Prime Minister Rob Jettens of The Netherlands (above right) visited the historic Stonewall Inn in New York City while attending the United Nations General Assembly. De Stonewall Inn is niet zomaar een gay bar in New York, maar de plaats waar in 1969 rellen plaatsvonden als reactie op jarenlange discriminatie en geweld van … Continue reading "Gay Netherlands Prime Minister Rob Jetten Visits Stonewall Inn" The post Gay Netherlands Prime Minister Rob Jetten Visits Stonewall Inn appeared first on The Randy Report.

Matt Rettenmund at Boy Culture is reporting that 80s/90s gay porn star Kevin Williams (real name Ted Currall) died suddenly on Tuesday, September 22. He was 60. From Boy Culture: Friends on social media are confirming the sudden death of Ted Currall, better remembered by the gay community at large as porn super bottom Kevin … Continue reading "Boy Culture: 80s/90s Porn Star Kevin Williams Dead At 60" The post Boy Culture: 80s/90s Porn Star Kevin Williams Dead At 60 appeared first on The Randy Report.

Just days after Donald Trump launched his “Trump TV: The Essentials Station” on YouTube, the 24/7 “TV” channel has lost nearly 95% of its tiny viewership. This from the guy who calls himself “the king of ratings.” Trump’s 24/7 “TV” channel has lost almost 95% of its already meager viewership. https://t.co/HNo6F6cNNY — The Daily Beast … Continue reading "Donald’s 24/7 “Trump TV” Channel Loses 95% Of Viewers In 2 Days" The post Donald’s 24/7 “Trump TV” Channel Loses 95% Of Viewers In 2 Days appeared first on The Randy Report.

Texas and even Florida are the places to watch in November if a polling pattern holds.

Some news items I thought worth your time: • The Advocate: Meta had to be shamed into restoring gay nightclubs’ pages on Facebook and Instagram after they were stripped of their accounts. The company only relented when politicians and the media got involved. • The Hollywood Reporter: Hudson Williams shares how it felt to get … Continue reading "Meta Removes, Then Restores, Gay LA Nightclub Accounts + More" The post Meta Removes, Then Restores, Gay LA Nightclub Accounts + More appeared first on The Randy Report.

In his United Nations address today, Donald Trump said he faces a choice between whether to make a deal with Iran or “annihilate the Islamic Republic.” He also announced his intention to rebrand “artificial intelligence” to “super intelligence,” and repeated the phrase “transgender mutilization” several times. Those and more moments from today’s UN address below. … Continue reading "Trump Threatens To ‘Annihilate’ Iran In UN Speech" The post Trump Threatens To ‘Annihilate’ Iran In UN Speech appeared first on The Randy Report.

A new poll from Suffolk University shows Democrat Abdul El-Sayed leading Republican Mike Rogers by7 points in an election being driven by opposition to Donald Trump. New poll shows Abdul El-Sayed +7 over Mike Rogers in Michigan Senate race. Let’s goooooooooooo! https://t.co/U6O4bWVY1S via @usatoday — The Randy Report 🇺🇸 🏳️‍🌈🇺🇦 (@randyslovacek) September 22, 2026 From … Continue reading "Abdul El-Sayed +7 Over Rogers In New Michigan Senate Poll" The post Abdul El-Sayed +7 Over Rogers In New Michigan Senate Poll appeared first on The Randy Report.

Donald Trump snapped at CNN’s Kaitlan Collins for covering his appearance the United Nations today. We are credentialed by the United Nations to cover the General Assembly. https://t.co/FTwPE7ENgv — Kaitlan Collins (@kaitlancollins) September 22, 2026 KAITLAN COLLINS: “Mr. President, two-thirds of Americans, two-thirds of Americans don’t think the U.S. is winning the war with Iran. … Continue reading "Trump Snaps At CNN For Covering His United Nations Appearance" The post Trump Snaps At CNN For Covering His United Nations Appearance appeared first on The Randy Report.

The Russian government is once again targeting Americans with covert online disinformation operations on social media seeking to undermine public confidence the midterm elections. The Kremlin is once again seeking to undermine confidence in American democracy with online influence campaigns. https://t.co/YRtayvMeCZ — The Randy Report 🇺🇸 🏳️‍🌈🇺🇦 (@randyslovacek) September 22, 2026 From the New York … Continue reading "Russia Is Once Again Planting Disinformation Ahead Of Midterms" The post Russia Is Once Again Planting Disinformation Ahead Of Midterms appeared first on The Randy Report.

Some news items for you as we start the new week: • The Fight: Netflix’s Spanish-language queer epic La Bola Negra  (above) has won the prestigious People’s Choice Award at the Toronto International Film Festival, instantly cementing its status as an Oscar-season frontrunner. • The Advocate: Trump’s Department of Justice has pressured two more major … Continue reading "“La Bola Negra” Claims Top Prize at Toronto International Film Festival" The post “La Bola Negra” Claims Top Prize at Toronto International Film Festival appeared first on The Randy Report.

Donald Trump had one of his infamous meltdowns on social media today following the news that CNN, MS NOW, and Politico have filed a lawsuit to have their White House access restored. You can tell he knows he’s going to lose the lawsuit as he’s already planning his appeal. What’s truly ironic is the lawsuit … Continue reading "Trump Rants About Lawsuit Filed By Banned News Networks" The post Trump Rants About Lawsuit Filed By Banned News Networks appeared first on The Randy Report.

Clapping back at Donald Trump’s “ban” of CNN, MSNOW, and Politico from the White House, the three news organizations have filed a lawsuit in federal court alleging violations of the news outlets’ First Amendment free press rights and Fifth Amendment due process. Judge appointed by Trump will oversee news outlets’ lawsuit over White House ban … Continue reading "CNN, MSNOW, Politico File Lawsuit Over White House Ban" The post CNN, MSNOW, Politico File Lawsuit Over White House Ban appeared first on The Randy Report.

Out Australian pop artist ANDY (aka Andy Cook) drops his sultry new music video “Can’t Wait,” featuring real-life queer athletes: rugby league legend Ian Roberts and former AFL player Mitch Brown. The video depicts ANDY as a younger man (played by Tiggy Treloar) exploring his sexuality within the context of contact sports and locker-room settings. … Continue reading "New Music: ANDY Drops Sports-Centered Video “Can’t Wait”" The post New Music: ANDY Drops Sports-Centered Video “Can’t Wait” appeared first on The Randy Report.

Checking in with some favorite InstaHunks this week starting with Elvaron Andalu, who clearly doesn’t need to shout: View this post on Instagram Laith Ashley hit the river with his dad and bro: View this post on Instagram John Duff balanced out the do’s and don’ts of gym selfies: View this post on Instagram Vinson … Continue reading "Quiet Strength + River Time + More InstaHunks" The post Quiet Strength + River Time + More InstaHunks appeared first on The Randy Report.

Some memes that caught my eye and made me laugh…or think. And yes, that’s really me in the lead pic 🙂 Past editions of “What I Meme To Say” here. The post What I Meme To Say… appeared first on The Randy Report.

Republican U.S. House candidate Joe Arminio was asked to leave a forum for Delaware’s statewide candidates after he purposely misgendered his opponent, Rep. Sarah McBride (D), the first openly transgender member of the House of Representatives. Arminio’s behavior was so douchey even the Republican candidate for U.S. Senate says he should drop out of the … Continue reading "Delaware GOP Candidate Removed From Forum After Misgendering Opponent" The post Delaware GOP Candidate Removed From Forum After Misgendering Opponent appeared first on The Randy Report.

An intelligence report that circulated throughout the US military this spring immediately set off alarm bells: A Chinese ship in the Middle East was reportedly transporting components of a nuclear weapons program. The U.S. military had swung into high gear — armed members prepping to board the ship, planes in the air — when officials … Continue reading "False AI-Generated Military Report Nearly Began War With China" The post False AI-Generated Military Report Nearly Began War With China appeared first on The Randy Report.

Some news items for you as we head into the weekend: • New Music: Out country music star Orville Peck drops his highly anticipated new album, MULE. Peck describes the new collection as his “most intimate and ambitious work to date” chronicling his decline into addiction and rehab, the difficult work of sobriety, and the … Continue reading "New Music From Orville Peck ‘MULE’ + Cast Of ‘The Traitors’ Season 6 + More" The post New Music From Orville Peck ‘MULE’ + Cast Of ‘The Traitors’ Season 6 + More appeared first on The Randy Report.