Donald Trump whined and whined Friday night (to the tune of nearly 600 words) on social media that he wasn’t given the Nobel Peace Prize for having “settled eight wars,” He then recited a list of supposed wars that he claims he has “settled.” His list includes two wars that didn’t happen at all and … Continue reading "Trump Is Really Butthurt Over Nobel Peace Prize" The post Trump Is Really Butthurt Over Nobel Peace Prize appeared first on The Randy Report.

Some news items for you as we head into the weekend: • DNA Magazine: Two of the most widely used AI image models will refuse to guess whether someone is gay from a photo, but happily edit that same face to “look gay” on request. • NBC News: Mike Ditka, the legendary Chicago Bears coach … Continue reading "AI Image Generators On Creating Images That ‘Look Gay’ + More" The post AI Image Generators On Creating Images That ‘Look Gay’ + More appeared first on The Randy Report.

Pet Shop Boys’ new album, A man from the future, includes songs, spoken word and electronic and orchestral music, exploring eight significant chapters in the life and death of gay pioneering mathematician Alan Turing. Alongside music and lyrics by Pet Shop Boys is a narration, spoken by actress Juliet Stevenson, taken from Andrew Hodges’ book … Continue reading "New Music: Pet Shop Boys ‘A Man From The Future’" The post New Music: Pet Shop Boys ‘A Man From The Future’ appeared first on The Randy Report.

Navanethem “Navi” Pillay, a South African human rights lawyer, is the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize winner. She is being recognized for “for her efforts to promote peace and international law.” Ms. Pillay led a United Nations commission last year that investigated the war in Gaza and concluded that Israel had committed genocide against Palestinians. The … Continue reading "Human Rights Lawyer Wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize" The post Human Rights Lawyer Wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize appeared first on The Randy Report.

Some news stories I thought worth your time: • Queerty: The bear-centric dating app Growlr has been acquired by the company that owns gay dating apps Scruff and Jack’d. The new owners are reportedly planning big changes for the app that serves around half a million users each day. • Kenneth-in-the-212: Check out this week’s round-up … Continue reading "Bear Dating App Growlr To Get A Big Update + Michael Johnston + More" The post Bear Dating App Growlr To Get A Big Update + Michael Johnston + More appeared first on The Randy Report.

In the lead up to the midterm elections, folks have wondered if Donald Trump might stir up the on-again, off-again  fighting between the U.S. and Iran. The assumption has been that Trump would want to keep the calm through November 3 so as not to remind voters of an unpopular war that is dragging Republican … Continue reading "Trump: ‘No Attacks On Iran Before Midterm Elections’" The post Trump: ‘No Attacks On Iran Before Midterm Elections’ appeared first on The Randy Report.

Yesterday, the Wall Street Journal reported that Kimberly Guilfoyle, former fiancé of Donald Trump Jr., allegedly pressed Trump ally Eric Deters to pay her $100,000 American Express balance without leaving a paper trail prior to her confirmation hearings to become U.S. Ambassador to Greece. Guilfoyle’s dealings with Deters began drawing attention after the Journal obtained … Continue reading "Man Guilfoyle Asked To Pay Off Her Amex Bill: “Kimberly Guilfoyle Is A Grifter!”" The post Man Guilfoyle Asked To Pay Off Her Amex Bill: “Kimberly Guilfoyle Is A Grifter!” appeared first on The Randy Report.

Donald Trump and his administration really, really love the idea of building tons of data centers across the U.S. So, it probably won’t surprise you to find out a new report shows Trump owns millions in stock investments in companies that are involved in developing and operating data center facilities. Trump owns between $2.9 million … Continue reading "Report: Trump Owns Millions In Data Center Stocks" The post Report: Trump Owns Millions In Data Center Stocks appeared first on The Randy Report.

Some news stories I thought worth your time: • Pink News: America’s Next Top Model winner Nyle DiMarco (above) is joining the cast of Hulu’s legal drama All’s Fair for season 2, in a role adapted especially for him, after originally being written as a hearing character. • New York Times: Chris Gallant — a … Continue reading "Nyle DiMarco’s New Acting Gig + Out Democrat Making ‘Politics Sexy Again’ + More" The post Nyle DiMarco’s New Acting Gig + Out Democrat Making ‘Politics Sexy Again’ + More appeared first on The Randy Report.

Donald Trump has begun repeatedly attacking Democratic candidate for South Carolina’s Senate seat, Annie Andrews, with anti-transgender slurs. “If name-calling would help lower gas prices and grocery prices, he can call me all the names he wants,” Andrews, who is not transgender, told reporters at a campaign stop on Tuesday. “But I don’t think that’s … Continue reading "Trump Posts Anti-Trans Attacks On SC Dem Senate Candidate" The post Trump Posts Anti-Trans Attacks On SC Dem Senate Candidate appeared first on The Randy Report.

ProPublica has taken a deep dive into allegations of ICE official detaining U.S. citizens and found 500+ Americans have been arrested or detained by mistake. The government *still* isn’t tracking how often immigration agents detain U.S. citizens. We are. 500+ Americans have been handcuffed, held at gunpoint or held against their will in Trump’s second … Continue reading "Report: More Than 500 U.S. Citizens Detained By ICE Officials" The post Report: More Than 500 U.S. Citizens Detained By ICE Officials appeared first on The Randy Report.

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Donald Trump spent Monday night in Nebraska where the Senate race has tightened to within the margin of error. During his rally, Trump addressed higher gas prices caused by the Iran war. He called the costs “a small price to pay for keeping the world safe,” then added: “They can take out a city. Let … Continue reading "Trump: ‘Let Iran Take Out Los Angeles And San Diego’" The post Trump: ‘Let Iran Take Out Los Angeles And San Diego’ appeared first on The Randy Report.

Some news stories for you as we kick off the week: • Queerty: The new book — Holding Lightning: The Life, Loves And Art Of Whitney Houston — is said to be “the first major biography” about Whitney. The new book not only confirms Robyn Crawford’s account of their romantic relationship, but provides further details … Continue reading "New Whitney Houston Bio + Measles Outbreak Spreads + More" The post New Whitney Houston Bio + Measles Outbreak Spreads + More appeared first on The Randy Report.

PEN America reports nearly 12,000 books were banned in public schools in the U.S. during the 2025-2026 school year—the largest number in a single year.  New state censorship laws accounted for much of the increase. The award-winning novel SOLD, abut a teenage trafficking victim, was the top banned book. Stephen King was the most banned … Continue reading "A Record 12,000 Books Were Banned By Public Schools In Last Year" The post A Record 12,000 Books Were Banned By Public Schools In Last Year appeared first on The Randy Report.

Some news items for you as we close out the weekend: • KMOV: 58-year-old Michael Goessling (above), who was adopted as an infant, spent decades wondering about his biological roots. He was recently reunited with his birth parents and discovered his father is five-time Grammy-winning artist Michael McDonald. You totally see the resemblance. • The … Continue reading "St. Louis Man Discovers His Birth-Dad Is Grammy Winner + More" The post St. Louis Man Discovers His Birth-Dad Is Grammy Winner + More appeared first on The Randy Report.

Checking in with some favorite InstaHunks this week beginning with BRUWE, who kept the stache quotient high: View this post on Instagram Dylan Efron raced and raised money for kids: View this post on Instagram Noah Gao cocktailed in Bali: View this post on Instagram Ben Parker stepped up for the Coconuts: View this post … Continue reading "High Stache Quotient + Beaching In Bali + More InstaHunks" The post High Stache Quotient + Beaching In Bali + More InstaHunks appeared first on The Randy Report.

Speaking at a rally in Ohio on Saturday, Donald Trump claims he knows “more about anything” than “anybody anywhere in the world.” “I know more about inflation. I know more about everything than anybody in this room, anybody anywhere in the world. Well, there’s a woman sitting right over there. She’s a housewife but she’s … Continue reading "Trump: “I Know More About Everything Than Anybody”" The post Trump: “I Know More About Everything Than Anybody” appeared first on The Randy Report.

Some news items I thought worth your time: • Washington Blade: Following last month’s raids in Turkey that targeted the LGBTQ community and resulted in dozens of people being detained, more than 60 House Democrats on Thursday called upon the Trump administration to confront the Turkish government. • Kenneth-in-the-212: Check out this week’s round-up of … Continue reading "House Dems Urge Trump To Confront Turkey Over Anti-LGBTQ Crackdown + More" The post House Dems Urge Trump To Confront Turkey Over Anti-LGBTQ Crackdown + More appeared first on The Randy Report.

Donald Trump took to his failing Truth Social platform to offer another election year bribe – “‘Checks’ of nearly $100” to 20 million seniors to help pay for their Medicare Part B premiums – which he claims his administration has “already reduced by significant amounts.” Fact check – Medicare Part B standard monthly premiums have … Continue reading "Trump Promises $100 Checks To 20 Million Seniors" The post Trump Promises $100 Checks To 20 Million Seniors appeared first on The Randy Report.

Donald Trump told reporters today that he feels “badly” for the seven men accused of gang-raping a young woman at Cornell University. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has appointed state Attorney General Letitia James to investigate the allegations and their handling. “Well, Letitia James is a corrupt person,” said Trump. “She’s totally corrupt and I … Continue reading "Trump: “I Feel Badly” For Cornell U. Frat Bros Accused Of Rape" The post Trump: “I Feel Badly” For Cornell U. Frat Bros Accused Of Rape appeared first on The Randy Report.

Starting Oct. 1, many immigrants who are here legally lose their Medicaid coverage because of the Republican budget bill passed last year.

More than a year after attempting to dismantle the Voice of America news outlet, we find out the Trump administration is paying $1.6 million a week to keep 420 staffers on administrative leave. More than a year after the Trump administration attempted to dismantle Voice of America, it is paying an estimated $1.6 million a … Continue reading "Trump Admin Paying $1.6M Each Week To Keep Voice Of America Staffers On Leave" The post Trump Admin Paying $1.6M Each Week To Keep Voice Of America Staffers On Leave appeared first on The Randy Report.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the U.S. added just 29,000 jobs in September, missing expectations. Economists were expecting a gain of 90,000 jobs. The unemployment rate ticked up to 4.2% from 4.1% in the previous month. July’s numbers were revised down by 31,000, from +21,000 to -10,000, and August was revised down by 29,000, … Continue reading "Jobs Report: U.S. Added Just 29K Jobs In September" The post Jobs Report: U.S. Added Just 29K Jobs In September appeared first on The Randy Report.

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.