Greek court: Gay women can still be “lesbians”
Lesbos locals lose lesbian appeal
Three residents of the Greek island of Lesbos have lost an attempt to ban the use of the word “lesbian” to describe gay women.
The residents argued that using the term in reference to gay women insulted their identity.
But an Athens court ruled there was no justification for their contention that […]
Gay marriage ban lifted in California!
I’m sure you’ve heard the news. The California Supreme Court has just issued a ruling allowing same-sex marriage in the state. Join me in congratulating two couples who have announced their intention to tie the knot: Ellen Degeneres and Portia de Rossi, and Star Trek’s George Takei and his long-time partner Brad. Live long and […]
France to appeal at the UN for universal decriminalization of homosexuality
The French minister of human rights and foreign affairs has announced that it will appeal at the United Nations for a universal decriminalisation of homosexuality.
Rama Yade also confirmed on Saturday that the International Day Against Homophobia is now officially recognised in France.
She announced plans to raise the issue of universal decriminalisation later this year when […]
Buddy G, My Two Moms and Me
Still on a Mother’s Day hangover. Has anybody seen this cartoon? Buddy G, My Two Moms and Me was created by a pair of lesbian moms who were looking for a gay-friendly kiddie show, and of course, couldn’t find one. Way to go grabbing the bull by the horns, I say. Pretty handy in the […]
A Rocking Night with June Millington
If you know your music history, Fanny should ring a bell as the first all-female rock band to be signed on a major record label. That was back in the 60s. Recently, June Millington, the band’s lead guitarist, visited Manila to perform in a concert with other lesbian artists in Rolling the Ls Home (which […]
Review: Buffy Issue 14 - Wolves at the Gate, Part 3
If you want a roller coaster ride of emotions, try reading Buffy Season Eight #14. The excruciatingly long wait has been worth it. In my book, Part 3 of the Wolves at the Gate arc has a solid place in the Top 3 issues of this season so far.
Last issue:
A mysterious gang of vampires from […]
The Bible Without Bile
by Wayne Besen
No matter who wins the presidential election, it is quite clear that the big loser in campaign 08 is religion.
By far, the most strident political voices have come from renegade reverends that seem a bit hot under the collar. These cantankerous characters (or caricatures) have transformed their houses of worship into a harbor […]
Fan-made handcrafted Buffy action figures
RogueHunter, I bow before you.
Now this is what fan art is all about! Check out these incredibly detailed, life-like figures, sets, clothing and accessories of various Buffyverse characters (yes, even the minor ones). Satsu with her three badge pins and katana made me smile (now I’m just waiting for her teeny stuffed toy). Principal Wood […]
Zero Chou Interview and Pics
A rarity even in this day and age, Taiwan’s only out director Zero Chou talked to Malinda Lo of AE and discussed her latest movie, Drifting Flowers. There was also a discussion about Chou’s last movie, Spider Lilies, which was a hit both at the box office and in underground China, where the film is […]
