Senate Intelligence Chair: People Going To Olympics "Should Watch Their...
Senate Intelligence Committee chairwoman California Sen. Dianne Feinstein said on CNN that her advice to those going to the Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia should avoid crowds and “watch their backs”...
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The Story Behind Why An "American Idol" Contestant Came Out On The Show
Keith London tells BuzzFeed why he sang Beyoncé’s “If I Were A Boy” without changing the pronouns, his thoughts on the controversial reaction from the judges, and how fans are responding to his...
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On Eve Of Sochi Olympics, Reports Surface That JP Morgan Has Severed Ties...
JP Morgan cut off its correspondent banking relationships with Sberbank and VTB. One industry expert called it a “slap in the face” for the Russian banks. Alexander Demianchuk / Reuters JP Morgan has...
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Google Comes Out For LGBT Rights On Day Before Opening Ceremonies
“The practice of sport is a human right.” On Thursday night, Google debuted a new doodle that both celebrates the 2014 Sochi Olympics while also alluding to LGBT rights and, presumably, Russia's...
View ArticleOut Olympian Cheryl Maas Raised Rainbow Glove After Yesterday's Competition
The first gesture of LGBT solidarity in Sochi. Cheryl Maas, a Dutch snowboarder who is married to a woman, raised a rainbow glove toward a camera after competition in Sochi yesterday. The Towleroad...
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Four LGBT Activists Arrested At St. Petersburg Olympics Protest
They carried a banner quoting Principle 6 of the Olympic Charter that read, “Discrimination is incompatible with the Olympic Movement.” Updated: The activists have been released, will have first court...
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Women To Watch Out For At Sochi
We found the most tenacious female Olympians and the most inspiring stories so you know which ladies to keep an eye on at Sochi. Australian Snowboarder Belle Brockhoff Why you should watch: At only 21...
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Russian Pop Duo T.a.T.u Performed During The Pre-Show To The Olympic Opening...
The group that made a name for itself by posing as a lesbian couple performed in Sochi, despite Russia’s “gay propaganda” law. Rumors that Russian pop duo t.A.T.u. would be performing at the Sochi...
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LGBT Activists In Moscow Arrested On Video, Beaten In Police Station
“They [beat] two of us … before that they took us upstairs and said that we have to “suck their cocks” and that we have to be burned,” the activists texted from inside the police station. Update: The...
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Former Russian Olympian Who Lit Olympic Flame Once Tweeted Racist Photo Of Obama
Irina Rodnina, a member of Putin’s parliamentary party, gets a big honor on the opening day of Sochi Games. Irina Rodnina and Vladislav Tretiak light the Olympic cauldron during the opening ceremony....
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Russian Olympian's Snowboard Appears To Be A Tribute To Pussy Riot
Alexey Sobolev’s snowboard features a feminine figure wearing a ski mask — the signature look of the dissident Russian punk group. Though he hasn't said so outright, Russian Olympian Alexey Sobolev's...
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Olympic Head Shares Diversity Message, But Asks Leaders To Keep Politics Out...
“Olympic games are a sports festival embracing human diversity and great unity,” the International Olympic Committee head says. The IOC head did not, however, reference LGBT rights or Russia’s...
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Chevrolet Features LGBT Couples And Families In Ads During Olympics Opening...
“While what it means to be a family hasn’t changed, what a family looks like has.” During the opening ceremonies of the Winter Olympic Games in Sochi, Russia, American automaker Chevrolet debuted two...
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Justice Department To Push For "Full Recognition" For Same-Sex Couples'...
“[I]n every place where a member of the Department of Justice stands on behalf of the United States – they will strive to ensure that same-sex marriages receive the same privileges, protections, and...
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Planning To Use A Hook-Up App In Sochi? Security Concerns Might Make Users...
“I would not use a gay dating app in Russia or the Middle East [or other places with anti-gay laws] … on my phone,” said a security expert. iPhone App Store WASHINGTON — When Internet security experts...
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International Olympic Committee Will Not Object To Arrests And Beatings Of...
“As in many countries in the world, in Russia, you need permission before staging a protest. We understand this was the reason that they were temporarily detained,” said an IOC spokeswoman. LGBT...
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Norwegian Artists Protest Putin With A Music Video Full Of Very Sexy Kissing
Pop singer Annie and artist Bjarne Melgaard slam Russia’s anti-LGBT legislation in “Russian Kiss.” Slightly NSFW sexiness ahead. In early December, New York-based visual artist Bjarne Melgaard joined...
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Out Olympian Speedskater Ireen Wüst Wins Gold In Sochi
Ireen Wüst of the Netherlands, one of six out LGBT Olympians competing in Sochi, placed first in the 3,000 meters. Ireen Wüst skates to first place. Marko Djurica / Reuters Ireen Wüst, a speedskater...
View ArticleThe Football World Reacts To Michael Sam's Coming Out
College football star Michael Sam came out earlier tonight, in the hopes of being the first out gay player in the NFL. Reactions were mostly of support around the league. View Entire List ›
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College Football Star Michael Sam Comes Out, Hopes To Become First Openly Gay...
The former Mizzou defensive end has already come out to league officials, insiders tell BuzzFeed. Twitter: @MikeSamFootball Former University of Missouri star Michael Sam, thought to be one of the top...
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