Manhunt.net shares photo album from PORNSTAR party

Click here to check out Manhunt's Facebook photo album from last month's dirty, sexy PORNSTAR party with Spencer Reed and Adam Killian.

Bill Gates donates $750 million to fight AIDS

The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has donated $750 million dollars to The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, he announced today.

Gawker's Brian Moylan uses this profile to cruise for sex on Grindr

Gawker's Brian Moylan has publicly posted his Grindr profile in an attempt to drum up pageviews.

He's a tall, thin, cute drink of water. And who doesn't appreciate a good mustache ride?

Supercut of Daniel Tosh of Tosh.0 naked

Plenty of good, clean, pixelated naked fun with Daniel Tosh (NSFW, duh).

Mark your calendars for LGBT Lobby Day

Each year, LGBT Coloradans and their allies gather together for Lobby Day to learn about important legislation impacting our community, to get trained on how to discuss the issues with our elected officials, and to head to the Capitol as a powerful, engaged group of constituents.

Last year, more than 120 people joined One Colorado for Lobby Day.  This year, there are more Lobby Day sponsors than ever, and on Monday, February 27, there should be a big crowd of folks who are ready to share their stories and let their voices be heard.

LGBT Lobby Day 2012 is your chance to tell your legislators what matters to you.  Register now!

10 Days to WinterPRIDE

WinterPride is coming!  We are now just 10 days away from the start of Whistler's 20th Annual Gay & Lesbian Ski/Snowboard Week.  In the last 48 hours, the resort has had over 12" of snow and more is on its way.  Woo-hoo!

Andrew Christian unveils new underwear model, adult star Jack Andrews

Andrew Christian's newest model is Adult Star Jack Andrews. This behind-the-scenes YouTube video of his most recent photo shoot is hot, hot, hot. 


But not nearly as hot as the Uncensored Verson (NSFW).

Jessie and the Toy Boys - This Is How Rumors Start

Check out the world premiere of THIS IS HOW RUMORS START from Jessie and the Toy Boys (NSFWish due to some salty language).

Sen. Al Franken is an American for Marriage Equality

Today the Human Rights Campaign – the nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender civil rights organization – released a web ad featuring U.S. Sen. Al Franken for its Americans for Marriage Equality campaign.  In the ad, Franken, who represents the state of Minnesota and has been a longtime advocate for LGBT rights, says “I think everybody should be able to marry the person they love.  And I think our government should help people make those life-long commitments.”

Colorado Queer Youth Summit 2012 is coming!

The 4th annual Colorado Queer Youth Summit (CQYS) will be in Denver on Saturday, March 31st. The QYS brings Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) youth together from across the state and region for a day of innovative, creative and powerful workshops and performances. With the power of a youth-led coalition, this year's summit will be the largest yet! 

The Summit will host over 20 interactive workshops, inspiring and equipping youth with the passion and tools to fight for justice in their lives and communities. We will be celebrating our movements and communities with a showcase of local and national LGBTQ drag performers, poets, hip hop artists, musicians and DJs.

Jane's Addiction - Underground

 
As JANE’S ADDICTION gear up for their much-anticipated "Theatre of the Escapists" tour launching February 22 in classic theatres, they premiere their new video for “Underground” today. The song, which is the opener of their acclaimed album THE GREAT ESCAPE ARTIST (Capitol Records), takes on an alluringly dark dimension in the video, for which the band joined forces with esteemed director Robert Hales.  An explicit version of the video will debut at Playboy.com this Friday, January 27 at 10:00 AM EST. 

A Special Message from The White House on National Gay-Straight Alliance Day

by Gautam Raghavan

Since taking office, President Obama and his Administration have taken many steps to ensure that all students are safe and healthy and can learn in environments free from discrimination, bullying and harassment.

Bullying is an epidemic that has gone ignored for too long, and far too many of our young people are targeted and harassed based on their actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.  But across the country, Gay-Straight Alliances and other similar student groups are taking important steps to address these issues.

Last year, President Obama, First Lady Michelle Obama, and others welcomed students, parents, and teachers in addition to non-profit leaders, advocates, and policymakers to the White House for a Conference on Bullying Prevention.  Also last year, Secretary of Education Arne Duncan wrote a “Dear Colleague” letter to school districts across the country in support of Gay-Straight Alliances.  And today, on the occasion of the first-ever National Gay-Straight Alliance Day, Secretary Duncan has taped a video message to students, teachers, and allies to re-emphasize the Obama Administration’s commitment to safe schools for all students.

The following is a transcript of Secretary Duncan’s message:

On the first-ever National Gay-Straight Alliance Day, I want to say thank you to all of the student leaders and faculty advisors who are doing the courageous work of making campuses safe places that are free of bullying and harassment.

Harassment and bullying are serious problems at schools and colleges, especially for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender students. We have to dispel the myth that bullying is just a normal rite of passage, or an inevitable part of growing up.

President Obama and I believe that we have a collective obligation to ensure that all our schools are safe for all children. Every single student deserves the opportunity to learn and grow and achieve their potential, without having to worry about the threat of harassment.

When students are harassed or bullied, it directly affects their work in the classroom, their aspirations for the future, and their desire to stay in school.
                          
Gay-Straight Alliances and similar student groups play an important role in creating welcoming, affirming, and respectful schools and colleges – safe places where learning can happen and students flourish.

This work is absolutely essential.

GSAs are a proven tool for creating welcoming school climates and helping students stay in school. 

Our team at the Department of Education is committed to giving school districts guidance on providing all students, including LGBT, gender nonconforming students, and their allies, a safe place to learn, meet, share experiences, and discuss matters that are important to them.  These are goals that our Administration takes very seriously.

This day is an opportunity to recognize the importance of Gay-Straight Alliances in schools across America. On behalf of President Obama, I want to thank you for your hard work, your leadership, and your courage.  Your work makes a difference – so keep it up.

Take a look at Secretary Duncan's video message above, and then check out the following:

• Gay-Straight Alliance Students Visit the White House
• Making Schools Safer and Creating a More Hopeful Future for LGBT Youth
• Meeting with Lady Gaga on Inclusion and Equality for Our Young People
• Dr. Jill Biden Addresses the 2011 PFLAG National Convention
• “It Gets Better” videos featuring President Obama, Vice President Biden, and White House staff
• StopBullying.gov, an online clearinghouse of federal government resources to help prevent or stop bullying

Gautam Raghavan is an Associate Director in the Office of Public Engagement.

Italy's Gay Village Party to Debut at Winter Party Festival

There’s no fiddling around at Winter Party Festival when Italy’s biggest, award-winning event, Gay Village, presents “Boiling Point: Rome is Burning,” Sunday, March 4, beginning at 10 p.m.  For the first time ever, Winter Party will partner with Gay Village to bring this world-renowned party to Cameo Nightclub, turning it into an orgy of sights, sounds and sensational décor, complete with sexy Italian dancers in gladiator garb flown in just for this event.  In addition to the spectacle of sights, DJ Alyson Calagna will join Gay Village resident DJ Giangi Cappai for this special night of ancient Roman revelry.

Gay Village is a hugely popular summer event in Rome, drawing 300,000 guests from throughout the world to its 10-week-long schedule of events and parties staged throughout a 16-acre historic parkland site. The Gay Village outdoor entertainment complex features multiple bars, two dance floors, an open-air gym, an exhibition space and an outdoor cinema. In 2011, Gay Village was named the #1 “Best Public Event in Italy” by the Best Event Awards.

“Sunday night was huge for Winter Party in 2011, and we’re really going to outdo ourselves this year,” said Victor Diaz-Herman, co-chair of Winter Party Festival. “‘Boiling Point: Rome is Burning’ is going to cement our reputation for epic events throughout the entire festival, and especially on Sunday night, thanks in large part to our partnership with Gay Village and the sights and sounds they’ll be importing to Miami Beach for this experience.”

Produced by the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force, Winter Party Festival raises funds to build power, take action and create change for the LGBT community. The majority of the net proceeds generated from Winter Party Festival go to work in South Florida through grants administered by The Miami Foundation, while the remainder supports the Task Force’s efforts nationally. Since assuming responsibility for the events in 2004, the Task Force has provided nearly $1.2 million from the proceeds of Winter Party Festival and the annual Miami Recognition Dinner to LGBT organizations in South Florida.

Tickets to “Boiling Point: Rome is Burning” are $65 in advance, $85 the day of the event. “Boiling Point” is also part of the Titanium, Platinum, Gold and Climax pass packages. For tickets, passes or more information, visit www.winterparty.com.

Movie version of “The Normal Heart” will feature all-star cast

The cast of the big-screen adaptation of Larry Kramer's AIDS drama, "The Normal Heart," currently includes Julia Roberts, Alec Baldwin, Mark Ruffalo (below), Matt Bomer (above) and Jim Parsons. "Glee" creator Ryan Murphy is set to direct the film.

Independents are open to out candidates, poll indicates

About 70% of Independent voters say they could support an openly gay political candidate, while 8% say they would be more likely to support an out candidate, indicates research performed by Public Policy Polling done for HBO's "Real Time with Bill Maher." 

Among Republicans, 53% said they would be less likely to vote for an openly gay candidate, 38% said it would make no difference and 9% said they would be more likely to support an out candidate.

Virgina bill would ban anti-gay discrimination by adoption agencies

The Virginia Assembly is considering a measure that would prohibit state-funded adoption agencies from discriminating on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity, among other factors. The bill seeks to reverse regulations recently finalized by the state's Board of Social Services that would remove discrimination protections. 

"Adoption is a public act that goes through state courts, and no government agent should engage in discrimination," said out state Sen. Adam Ebbin, D-Alexandria, the sponsor of the bill.

Washington poised to legalize marriage between same-sex couples

Washington appears likely to become the seventh state to pass a marriage equality law, with Democratic state Sen. Mary Margaret Haugen (left) recently announcing she would cast a deciding vote in favor of a marriage equality bill. 

The state House has lined up majority support for the bill and Gov. Chris Gregoire has said she would sign the bill into law. If the bill passes, opponents are expected to challenge it with a referendum.

Romney’s Tax Returns Reveal Donations to Anti-LGBT Groups

The tax returns for Mitt Romney's charitable foundation reveal that the GOP presidential hopeful has given at least $35,000 in recent years to groups actively working to halt the spread of LGBT equality and, in some cases, intentionally demonize LGBT people. The revelation comes two weeks after Romney said in New Hampshire that he opposed discrimination against LGBT Americans. But according to CNN, Romney donated to the extremist group Massachusetts Family Institute, as well as the Becket Fund. The Massachusetts Family Institute received $10,000 from Romney in 2006, while the Beckett Fund received $25,000 in 2009. The donations came from the Tyler Charitable Foundation, set up and funded by the Romneys.

“This is just another example of Mitt Romney saying one thing while doing the complete opposite. It’s crystal clear that while Governor Romney claims to oppose discrimination, he is beholden to groups who make it their mission to vilify LGBT people,” said Human Rights Campaign President Joe Solmonese. “Romney’s financial support of extremist groups is indicative of a politician with rising national ambitions who knew he had to cozy up to those on the far-right in order to secure his party’s nomination.”

The Massachusetts Family Institute has long been a vocal opponent of marriage equality, and believes sexual orientation is a choice that can be cured. From their website: “Our compassion is for those struggling with same-sex attraction and we encourage the healing of individuals who wish to change their choice of lifestyle…”

The group also is ruthless in its dedication to distorting programs intended to reduce bullying and make schools safer, more welcoming environments for all students. It says gay-straight alliances may violate the Constitution and parental rights, and says associated programming pushes a radical, pro-homosexual agenda. The organization has said HRC’s Welcoming Schools initiative isn’t actually about addressing and preventing dangerous bullying, but instead is aimed at teaching “children at the youngest ages about homosexual relationships and same-sex parenting.”

Romney also gave a significant sum of money to the Becket Fund for Religious Liberty, which describes itself as a nonprofit, nonpartisan, interfaith group dedicated to protecting the expression of religious traditions. The group is vehemently anti-marriage equality, and has argued that allowing committed same-sex couples to marry would trigger a wave of litigation for religious organizations objecting to performing or recognizing such ceremonies in states across the nation. The organization also compared pro-equality demonstrations during the time when Proposition 8 was a hot-button issue in California to the actions of the terrorist organization Al-Qaeda.

Sports and Recreation: Rugby 101 with the Rush

Join the RUSH as they present Rugby 101 to introduce rugby to newbies and brush up on the basics for returning players as they gear up for spring league season and the Bingham Cup VI in Manchester.

Come to work hard and get a general understanding of the game and leave with a better understanding of the sport and an extended brotherhood. Look forward to more fun afterwards as the whole gang meets at Wyman's No. 5 to socialize and sing rugby songs.

New Music: Elizaveta - Beatrix Runs

Elizaveta is an interesting mix: a classically trained pianist and opera singer who has pop and electronic instincts.  She's part Mozart, part Bjork, but still wholly original in sound an execution.  Elizaveta also has a flair for theatrics, as apparent by this performance. Elizaveta's debut album Beatrix Runs is out on iTunes today.

Arkansas newspaper is acting like a jerk

The Human Rights Campaign is joining with the Center for Equality in Arkansas and calling on the Northwest Arkansas Times to drop their discriminatory policy of refusing to run the engagement and wedding announcements of same-sex couples. Recently, the paper rejected an announcement submitted by Cody Renegar and Thomas Staed. 

The newspaper says it will only publish the announcements of couples who can legally wed. Arkansas law does not permit loving, committed same-sex couples to marry.

“We see archaic policies like this in newspapers across the country, and it’s a reminder of how discrimination against LGBT people can truly impact every aspect of our lives,” said HRC President Joe Solmonese. “It’s unfortunate enough that the Arkansas government refuses to recognize the relationships of all LGBT Arkansans as legitimate, but it’s insulting that a local newspaper won’t publish a simple wedding announcement. The Northwest Arkansas Times needs to get with the times and update their policies.”

“LGBT Arkansans face discrimination nearly every day – in their communities, places of worship, and their workplaces,” said Jason Rogers with the Center for Equality. “Same-sex couples can and do marry in places across the country with the identical goal of straight couples – building a future together and making a lifelong commitment to the person they love most. Updating their policy to reflect this would send a strong message that Arkansas is indeed home to a vibrant LGBT community, and its members shouldn’t ever be made to feel less worthy of the same dignity and rights everyone else receives.”
A majority of Americans support marriage equality and feel the discriminatory Defense of Marriage Act should be repealed. View the Change.org petition, and learn more about the laws and protections – or lack thereof – impacting LGBT people in Arkansas.

James Deen - straight porn's hottest star - headed to Hollywood?

The many faces of James Deen (that can be shown on a PG-rated blog)

He's already basically the straight, porn version of James Franco. 

And now, James Deen may be hitting it big in Hollywood in the 'American Psycho' remake.

 - via XBIZ (NSFW)

Ski Report: Welcome the Winter Deluge

Several substantial snow storms rolled through Colorado Ski Country USA (CSCUSA) recently, leaving resorts with fresh snow measurable in feet. The most recent storm occurred over the weekend and brought nearly three feet of snow to Silverton Mountain in Southwest Colorado.

The weekend storm was spread across the state and gave all 22 CSCUSA member resorts a welcome layer of fresh powder. Both Loveland Ski Area and Crested Butte Mountain Resort benefited from almost two feet of new snow; Telluride 20 inches of snow, and Copper, Steamboat and Sunlight enjoyed roughly a foot-and-a-half of fresh snow.

A little more than two feet blanketed Arapahoe Basin, Aspen/Snowmass and Eldora, while Ski

Cooper and Purgatory at Durango Mountain Resort were just shy of two feet. About a foot powder fell at Monarch and Powderhorn, and a solid 10 inches came down at Winter Park.

Wolf Creek received eight inches of new snow from the storm, SolVista Basin received six inches and Echo Mountain benefited with four inches. Howelsen Hill was reporting three inches of new snow from the most recent weather system.

Guests to CSCUSA resorts have been cashing in on the winter wealth Colorado has received this month by racking up numerous powder days. More new snow is expected later this week. In the meantime, skiers and snowboarders continue to take advantage of Learn to Ski and Snowboard specials being offered by resorts during the month of January.

Travel: A Night in Las Vegas

Passport reporter Camilo Gomez takes us on a whirlwind tour of gay-friendly Las Vegas. Our first stop is sleek and sexy, The Chandelier at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas where he discovers Fire Breathing Dragons.

GLAAD media award nominees announced

 
David Letterman's interview with Chaz Bono has earned the late night talk show host a nomination for a GLAAD Media Award. 

Other nominees include Lady Gaga, Ricky Martin and the sitcom "Modern Family."