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PRIDE


How Progress Shark became Australia's accidental World Pride icon

The rainbow-clad model shark has captured international attention, inspired memes and won adoring fans.

bbc.co.uk

Ivan Provorov jerseys selling out online after media condemned him for not wearing Pride-themed jersey

Hockey fans have expressed support with their wallets for the hockey player who made headlines by respectfully objecting to wear a Pride-themed jersey.

foxnews.com

ESPN writer calls out Flyers player for wearing jersey to support military but skipping LGBTQ sweater

A hockey writer appeared to be upset at Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Ivan Provorov for boycotting the team’s Pride festivities over religious reasons while being OK with wearing a jersey supporting the military.

foxnews.com

Flyers' Ivan Provorov labeled 'homophobic' as he faces backlash for boycotting team's Pride festivities

Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Ivan Provorov faced immense backlash for boycotting the team's Pride night festivities. He cited his religious beliefs.

foxnews.com

Slaves: British punk band change name to Soft Play after criticism

The UK duo admit they responded to previous controversy "from a place of fear and defensiveness".

bbc.co.uk

U.S. Soccer is making a statement with Pride Crest during World Cup in Qatar

There are many reasons to criticize FIFA for the way they’ve handled the Men’s World Cup that is about to begin in Qatar, and at the top of that list is that they chose to have it in a nation with egregious human rights violations.

Thousands march in South Africa's 1st Pride since COVID-19

More than 3,000 people on Saturday took part in the first Pride march in South Africa since the COVID-19 pandemic, celebrating the LGBT community and defying a U.S. warning of a possible terror attack in the area

washingtonpost.com

120,000 parade at Taiwan Pride despite rain

Some 120,000 people paraded in the streets of Taipei despite the rainy weather in the city’s 20th annual Pride event celebrating the LGBTQ community Saturday

washingtonpost.com

‘The most Prideful house in the city’: Jefferson Park couple responds to anti-LGBTQ harassment incidents with message of love, positivity

The homeowners say they've experienced five separate incidents of anti-LGBTQ harassment since May. On Sunday, a dozen community members gathered to paint over the most recent discriminatory messages with LGBTQ pride-inspired art.

chicagotribune.com

National Coming Out Day: Community members celebrate their Pride

News4JAX is proud to be an inclusive news station serving all residents, businesses and visitors in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia.

Hundreds come out for River City Pride Festival in Riverside

River City Pride was back Sunday and hundreds of organizations and community members showed up and showed off their pride at a festival in Riverside.

River City Pride postpones parade on Saturday

JAX River City Pride invites everyone to come out to Be Loud, Be Proud this October for PRIDE!

Serbian Police Clash With Hooligans During Belgrade Pride March

Anti-LGBTQ groups hurled stun grenades, flares and stones at Serbian police as hundreds of Pride supporters marched a few miles away.

newsy.com

Belgrade police clash with hooligans as Pride march starts

Riot police have clashed with soccer hooligans in downtown Belgrade, where a Pride march started despite threats from anti-gay groups and an official earlier ban.

Lincoln: Police chief defends officers dancing Macarena at Pride event

A video showing officers doing the Macarena at the Lincoln event attracted social media criticism.

bbc.co.uk

‘Spider-Man’ modification scene turns into Pride flag battlefield

In response to a game mod that turned Pride flags into U.S. flags, a popular site has banned any mods that seek to undermine diversity and inclusivity.

washingtonpost.com

Brighton Pride 2022: Festival celebrates 30th anniversary

Global superstar Christina Aguilera will headline a concert in the city on Saturday evening.

bbc.co.uk

South Korean capital celebrates 1st Pride parade in 3 years

Thousands of gay rights supporters are celebrating under a heavy police guard in the South Korean capital as they mark the city’s first Pride parade in three years after a COVID-19 hiatus

washingtonpost.com

South Korean capital celebrates 1st Pride parade in 3 years

Thousands of gay rights supporters are celebrating under heavy police guard the South Korean capital's first major Pride parade in three years after a COVID-19 hiatus.

Pride Parade Returns In London On 50th Anniversary

More than 600 LGBTQ groups were expected to take part in the march, which was headed by members of the Gay Liberation Front from the 1972 protest.

newsy.com

Pride Parade Returns In London On 50th Anniversary

More than 600 LGBTQ groups were expected to take part in the march, which was headed by members of the Gay Liberation Front from the 1972 protest.

www1.newsy.com

Pride parade returns in London on 50th anniversary

The streets of London have been filled with color as the U.K. capital marked 50 years of Pride

washingtonpost.com

Pride parade returns in London on 50th anniversary

Hundreds of thousands of people have turned out on the streets of London to mark the 50th anniversary of the U.K.’s first Pride parade, filling the streets of the British capital with color.

Former 'Bachelor' Contestant Elizabeth Corrigan Comes Out as Bisexual

"I am, always have been, and always will be."

news.yahoo.com

Shooting fears sow chaos at San Francisco, New York City Pride events

The reports of shots fired turned out to be unfounded but come amid heightened fears of hate against LGBTQ people and mass shootings nationwide.

washingtonpost.com

Pride Parade Marched On With Mix Emotions In New York City

Thousands of people filled the streets of the Big Apple to celebrate Pride during the annual parade.

newsy.com

Chicago Pride Parade steps off for the first time since 2019 amid concerns over future of LGBTQ+ rights

The parade was canceled the past two years due to COVID-19 restrictions. But at noon Sunday it was back, stepping off in the Uptown neighborhood.

chicagotribune.com

How Stars Are Celebrating Pride Month

See how celebrities are celebrating Pride this month

people.com

Stonewall visitor center will be dedicated to LGBTQ history

A visitor center dedicated to telling the story of the LGBTQ rights movement will open next to the Stonewall Inn.

Pride events targeted in surge of anti-LGBTQ threats, violence

Attacks on LGBTQ people have intensified this month during the first big Pride events since pandemic restrictions were lifted.

washingtonpost.com

How you can be an ally during Pride Month

As we all know, June is Pride Month, and it’s a time for the LGBTQ+ community to come together and celebrate being out and proud.

Nativity School in Worcester can no longer be called Catholic after flying Black Lives Matter and Pride flags

The bishop says the Nativity School in Worcester can no longer call itself Catholic after flying the Black Lives Matter and Pride flags.

cbsnews.com

Christina Aguilera Whipped Out a Glittery Green Strap-On For LA Pride

You could say her show really “packed” a punch.

news.yahoo.com

FBI assisting investigation of alleged white nationalists accused of planning riot at Idaho Pride event

31 men, suspected members of Patriot Front who traveled from 12 different states, are charged with conspiracy to riot at Pride event.

cbsnews.com

FBI assisting investigation of alleged white nationalists accused of planning riot at Idaho Pride event

31 men, suspected members of Patriot Front who traveled from 12 different states, are charged with conspiracy to riot at Pride event.

cbsnews.com

White Supremacists From Patriot Front Detained En Masse Near Idaho Pride Event

via TwitterDozens of masked members of the white supremacist group Patriot Front were reportedly arrested near a Pride event in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, late Saturday. Video from the scene showed several members of the group kneeling in the grass, their hands zip-tied behind their backs, as counter-protesters jeered and shouted “losers!”Local news outlet KXLY reported that several people were detained, without naming the group directly, and said police were pulling the masks off those in custody an

news.yahoo.com

To some surprise, Youngkin hosts series of Pride events

Republican Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin hosted a series of events this week marking Pride month.

This New York City bar lets you live your Broadway-singing fantasy

Have you ever had dreams of starring in a Broadway show and singing your heart out to hundreds of people in a packed New York theater?

Jax’s Queen of Cabaret stops by the studio!

Karrissa T Wade is Jacksonville’s queen of cabaret and comedy as well as a dynamic community activist fighting for the equal rights of all people . Today Karrissa joins River City Live to talk about the exciting events going on around our community and the best way to celebrate Pride. Although June brings a flourish of bright colors and bold celebrations, Pride also honors the anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising, a keystone event in LGBTQIA history. Make sure you follow Karrissa online and on social media to learn more! Step out and show your support at some of these great local hot spots honoring Pride this June!

Community organizations throw Pride rally, party outside Duval County School Board

Equality Florida said they want to ensure Duval County provides a safe and inclusive environment for all LGBTQ students.

Philly's Pride March returns this week with new organizers and focus

A new group of mostly Black and brown LGBTQ organizers are throwing the Pride March in Philadelphia on June 5, trying to rebuild the event into something more welcoming — and more revolutionary.

npr.org

Queen reveals Covid left her 'very tired and exhausted'

The monarch speaks about her experience with the virus during a virtual hospital visit.

bbc.co.uk

Why do we get side effects from vaccines? Experts say that means it’s working

Having side effects after getting a COVID-19 vaccine are a sign that your immune system is responding, experts say.

latimes.com

Alex Morgan heads home to California with NWSL's Wave

After nearly a decade of crisscrossing the country and the globe for her professional career, Alex Morgan is headed home to Southern California. Morgan is joining the San Diego Wave, which will begin play in the National Women's Soccer League next season. Former Manchester United coach Casey Stoney will lead San Diego in its inaugural year.

news.yahoo.com

Tell us your story for National Coming Out Day

Oct. 11 is National Coming Out Day, and for many LGBTQ+ Americans, there are many reasons to celebrate their Pride.

River City Pride to hold 1-day event this weekend

The CW-17 (WCWJ) is the Media Sponsor for the 2021 River City Pride Parade.

Oregon school board bans Pride and Black Lives Matter symbols in the classroom

The conservative majority of the School Board in Newberg, Ore., voted 4 to 3 to adopt a policy that has attracted national attention, criticism and protests in the weeks since it was first introduced.

washingtonpost.com

Sail away with Kesha and a bunch of drag queens on the Kesha Cruise in 2022

Just like Kesha said in her hit song “Tik Tok,” well, “the party don’t start till I walk in,” and that goes for her Kesha Cruise that is setting sail in 2022.

Arlington Middle School assistant principal dies

The assistant principal of Arlington Middle School’s PRIDE program, Bobby Rivers, has died.

Welcome to the Summer of Not Knowing What Summer It Is

For a moment it was hot vax summer; then the vibe sort of shifted.

theatlantic.com

Three charged with child cruelty after video of 12-year-old Atlanta boy who had the word ‘gay’ shaved into his head goes viral

$10,000 raised for 12-year-old victim of homophobic attack

news.yahoo.com

Georgia: Cameraman dies after attack at anti-Pride march

Lekso Lashkarava, who was badly injured, was found dead in the Georgian capital Tbilisi on Sunday.

bbc.co.uk

US plans third gender option on passports

The process is "technologically complex" and will take time however, the state department says.

news.yahoo.com

LGBTQ country singers still face ‘roadblocks’ in Nashville. But this Pride Month felt like a new era.

Trisha Yearwood's gender-swapped Opry moment and Miley Cyrus's Nashville Pride concert seemed like historic moments in Music City.

washingtonpost.com

Disability activists push for more inclusive Pride celebrations

Activists are calling for organizers to make events accessible for the disabled community even as they go virtual.

cbsnews.com

The Atlantic Daily: Pride Is Expanding Exactly as It Should

“Pride, at its essence, is an incredibly ambitious idea.” Plus: Suggestions for what to read, watch, and listen to this weekend.

theatlantic.com

15 LGBTQ artists you should listen to this Pride Month

As we all know, June is Pride Month, and what better way to celebrate the rainbow flag than listening to some music made by those in the LGBTQ community?

Why it’s so important for athletes like Carl Nassib to come out of the closet

Las Vegas Raiders football player Carl Nassib made history Monday when he became the first active NFL player to come out of the closet.

Farmers Markets, Photo ops, 904 Pop Up: Here are the events happening this weekend

Need plans this weekend?

Federal judge denies injunction over St. Johns County Pride proclamation

A federal judge on Tuesday denied a request to force the St. Johns County Commission to consider a county-wide Pride proclamation, but the attorney who brought the LGBTQ+ community feels they will ultimately prevail.

Driver says he is devastated by fatal Pride parade crash

The 77-year-old driver who accidentally slammed his truck into fellow members of a gay chorus group, killing one and injuring two others, said Monday that he was devastated by the crash at the start of a Pride parade in South Florida.

Anheuser-Busch's political donations has Stonewall Inn banning some beers

Famed NYC bar cites beer maker's $35,000 in campaign contributions to nearly 30 lawmakers described as anti-LGBTQ

cbsnews.com

Political donations lead Stonewall Inn to ban some beers

The Stonewall Inn’s owners say they won’t serve certain beers at the famous LGBT bar during Pride weekend to protest manufacturer Anheuser-Busch’s political contributions to some politicians who have supported anti-LGBT legislation.

Officials: Deadly Pride parade crash appears unintentional

Officials say a driver unintentionally slammed into spectators at the start of a Pride parade in South Florida, killing one person and seriously injuring another.

17 movies and TV shows you should watch to celebrate Pride Month

It’s Pride Month!

Kamala Harris’ Secret Service agent 'clearly not happy' about VP's Pride walk: Twitter users react

Vice President Kamala Harris made a surprise appearance at the Pride event in Washington on Saturday but it was one of her protectors who drew the attention of many Twitter users.

news.yahoo.com

Acosta Bridge lights up in rainbow for Pride Month

The Acosta Bridge is lit up in rainbow colors to celebrate Pride Month in Jacksonville.

Los Angeles police and paramedics reportedly responded to a medical emergency at JoJo Siwa's Pride party

The LAFD and LAPD confirmed to Insider that they responded to a medical emergency at a block that appears to match Siwa's home on Wednesday.

news.yahoo.com

San Francisco Giants to be first MLB team to play in Pride uniforms

The team's on-field caps and jerseys will feature the "SF" logo with colors depicting the Progress Pride Flag.

cbsnews.com

San Francisco Giants to be first MLB team to play in Pride uniforms

The team's on-field caps and jerseys will feature the "SF" logo with colors depicting the Progress Pride Flag.

cbsnews.com

Here are the Pride events happening in Northeast Florida in June

June is LGBTQ+ Pride Month. The month is intended to celebrate hard-won equality and to raise awareness about efforts still in progress.

Radovan Karadzic: Ex-Bosnian Serb leader to be sent to UK prison

The 75-year-old was convicted in 2016 of genocide during the conflict in the former Yugoslavia.

bbc.co.uk

Stocks close lower after hitting record highs, Dow and S&P 500 snap 3-day winning streak

Stocks slipped on Tuesday after reaching fresh all-time highs as traders weighed the possibility of even more fiscal stimulus being approved by Congress. Tuesday's decline snapped a three-day winning streak for both the Dow and S&P 500. President Donald Trump had previously called for a $2,000 direct payment to Americans. Senate Republicans have opposed larger direct payments despite Trump's demands. "The agreement on a fresh U.S. fiscal stimulus package removes a recent hurdle, and global central banks continue to support the recovery by maintaining (and extending) monetary accommodation."

cnbc.com

Show us your Pride to celebrate National Coming Out Day

Oct. 11 is National Coming Out Day, and for many LGBTQ+ Americans, there are many reasons to celebrate their Pride. National Coming Out Day has been celebrated for 32 years now, and it’s an important reminder on just how far the queer community has come since earlier times. There was an entire generation of LGBTQ Americans who had live inside the closet because of laws and discrimination. So if you’re proud to be out and want it to shout it from the rooftops, tell us about it below! If you have advice for people still in the closet struggling with their identity, maybe offer some advice, and tell us how your life has improved since coming out.

Businesses raise money for LGBTQ+ community after pandemic cancels Jacksonville Pride

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The first weekend in October is usually when Jacksonville celebrates LGBTQ+ Pride. Thousands would pack Riverside and participate in the Pride Parade and a block party, raising money for the LGBTQ+ youth organizations, local businesses and more. Now, local restaurants, businesses and nightclubs are trying to raise money for the community while keeping social distancing in mind. Below are some local events and fundraising opportunities to give money to non-profit organizations to help keep them running smoothly. Hamburger Mary’s Jacksonville held events last weekend, raising money for the LGBT+ community.

New York City extends cancellation of summer festivals, concerts and parades through June

On Friday, De Blasio canceled nonessential events through May and a city-sponsored concert series that was scheduled start June 22. In extending the cancellations through June, de Blasio said it was a decision "we have to make." New York City is canceling concerts, festivals and parades, including the 2020 Pride march, through June as the city seeks to drive down its coronavirus infection rate, Mayor Bill de Blasio announced Monday. He said 853 people were in intensive care for Covid-19 on Saturday, up slightly from 849 the previous day. I know it's going to be a long road."

cnbc.com

Lil Nas X makes people think he came out

Lil Nas X performs onstage at the 2019 BET Awards on June 23, 2019, in Los Angeles. (CNN) - Lil Nas X closed out Pride month with some tweets that have people thinking he's made a declaration about his sexuality. His tweets were met with some support, including fellow rapper JackBoy who said he "respects" Lil Nas X for coming out. "Kudos to Lil Nas X for sharing his truth," Murray tweeted. CNN has reached out to Lil Nas X for comment.

Thousands expected to take to NYC streets for WorldPride

(CNN) - New York has always been a major Pride destination, but this year's celebration is expected to draw record crowds. "The LGBTQ community is an essential part of NYC," New York Police Department Commissioner James O'Neill said at a news conference on Tuesday. Sunday's march caps off a month of events that included a rally commemorating Stonewall 50, Youth Pride and Pride Island, a three-day outdoor music festival. "New York City is the birthplace of the modern LGBTQ rights movement," Mayor Bill de Blasio tweeted last week. Last year's march in New York City featured more than 550 groups and more than 100 floats.

Pride versus prayer at Museum of Science and History on Saturday

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Nearly two dozen protesters met outside The Museum of Science and History in Jacksonville Saturday morning to speak out against the fourth annual Pride celebration day downtown. The demonstrators began hand in hand with a prayer then held up signs against the Pride celebration. "This is a 'protect our children and family rally and family march and prayer rally,'" said Raymond Johnson, president and founder of Biblical Concept Ministries. Protesters gathered outside as MOSH kicked off its fourth Pride celebration day with LGBTQ organizations, resources and drag performances. Pride Celebration Day is in partnership with JASMYN, LGBT UNF Resource Center, River City Pride and the Women's Center of Jacksonville, with activities planned throughout the day.

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