The Pentagon has blocked a U.S. Air Force base in Nevada from hosting a drag show in celebration of Pride Month, citing current Department of Defense policy. The decision has been met with criticism from LGBTQ activists and allies, who argue that the military should be more inclusive of its LGBTQ members. The Human Rights Campaign has released a statement saying the decision “sends a dangerous message that the military is not a welcoming place for LGBTQ service members and their families.”
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Federal prosecutors have charged a third man in the 2002 shooting death of Run-DMC star Jam Master Jay. Ronald Washington and Karl Jordan Jr. had previously been indicted in August 2020, and now Jay Bryant, 49, has been charged in the death of Jason “Jay” Mizell. The case has been open for nearly two decades, but the recent indictments have given renewed hope to the investigation and the hip-hop community.
The FBI has released documents detailing a potential threat to Queen Elizabeth II during her 1983 visit to the United States, which reveal that an unidentified San Francisco police officer received a tip about the plot to assassinate the Queen. The documents span over 100 pages and outline a serious threat made ahead of the Queen's visit, as well as safety concerns that came up in other visits the Queen made to the U.S. The documents do not reveal any further details about the potential threat, but do show that the FBI was aware of the potential threat and was taking steps to ensure the Queen's safety.
Queen Elizabeth II was coronated in London, England on June 2nd, 1953, despite the cloudy and rainy weather. The ceremony was attended by her husband, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, and her son, Prince Charles, and his children. The U.K.'s Met Office reported that the cold and rainy weather continued throughout the day, but it appears to have been a sign of good luck, as her son, King Charles III, was coronated in similar conditions.
An upcoming auction in September will feature an extensive collection of costumes, fine art, and handwritten lyrics from Queen frontman Freddie Mercury, who passed away in 1991. The collection, which has been kept in Mercury's home in London, includes a painting by 19th century French artist James Tissot and costumes from the band's iconic music videos and live performances. Fans and collectors from around the world will have the opportunity to own a piece of rock history and celebrate the life and legacy of Freddie Mercury.
Key takeaways: A previously unseen photo of the late Queen Elizabeth II was released to mark her 97th birthday. The photo shows the late monarch…
Viktoria Nasyrova, a 47-year-old Brooklyn woman, was sentenced to 21 years in prison on Wednesday for attempting to kill her lookalike friend with a poisoned cheesecake. The chemical used was phenazepam, a benzodiazepine developed by the Soviet Union, and the jury deliberated for two days before convicting Nasyrova of attempted murder and other counts. The Queens district attorney’s office said the case was a reminder that justice will be served no matter the circumstances.
Buckingham Palace has released the invitation for the upcoming coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla, the first time Camilla has been referred to as Queen. The invitation was sent to more than 2,000 guests, including First Lady Jill Biden on behalf of the United States, the first time since 1953 that a U.S. president has not attended the coronation of a British monarch. The invitation marks the first time that Queen Camilla has been referred to as Queen, and the coronation will take place on an as-yet-unspecified date.