LGBTQ+ issues may not be the main focus for queer voters in the upcoming November election, according to a new survey. Data For Progress new study revealed That LGBTQ+ Issues Aren’t The Most Important Important Things on Queer Voters Minds Leading Into The November General Elections. For example, 57% Of Respondents Had A Favorable View Of The Democratic Party and 51% of Biden. 20% Had A Favorable View of The Republican Party and 22% of Trump. 52% Of Trans Respondents Said The Biden Administration Is Doing Worse Than Expected. 70% of LGBTQ+ Who Identify As Democrat Say The Democratic Party Shou ..read more

The winner of RuPaul’s Drag race Season 16 is announced and it is the one we predicted on our April 18 show. Here is what happened at the finale! Top contenders Nymphia Wind, Plane Jane, and Sapphira Cristál sashayed to the grand finale of RuPaul’s Drag Race season 16. After fierce single performances, it was Nymphia and Sapphira who eventually battled in a lip sync for the crown and a $200,000 prize. Mama Ru added a twist: the runner-up received $25,000 this time. With anticipation mounting, RuPaul crowned America’s Next Drag Superstar. Nymphia emerged triumphant, a testament to her talent, c ..read more

Emisil.com, renowned for FTM prosthetics, unveils the top 10 LGBTQ+ friendly cities globally. Their study, analyzing marriage equality, safety, queer nightlife, and more, includes data from the 2023 Global Index. Surprisingly, some famed LGBTQ+ destinations miss the mark and some surprising cities got a place on the list. Here is the list revealing unexpected havens for queer and trans travelers. Paris clinches the tenth spot on the list of top 10 LGBTQ+ friendly travel destinations worldwide. It has over 30 queer clubs and bars. Despite Japan’s stance on marriage equality, Tokyo secures ninth ..read more

Let’s welcome anchor Dr. Tai Houser. He is a Professor of English and Humanities at Broward College and teaches in the College of Business at Florida Atlantic University. He has served as visiting professor at colleges in Bolivia, Brazil, China, India, and Spain and provides an international viewpoint. Tai, The ‘Lost Boys’ And ‘Peter And The Starcatcher’ are coming To FAU from June 14 to 29 The post The ‘Lost Boys’ And ‘Peter And The Starcatcher’ Comes To FAU June 14 – 29 first appeared on Hotspots! Magazine ..read more

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Lesbian Visibility Week (related to Lesbian Visibility Day) is an annual observance in the United States, the United Kingdom and other countries dedicated to increasing the awareness of lesbian women and their issues. This year’s theme is “United, Not Uniform.” In 2023, in celebration of Lesbian Day of Visibility, the White House hosted a roundtable conversation with trailblazing lesbian and LGBTQI+ senior leaders from the White House and the broader Biden-Harris Administration. The L Word’s co-creator, Ilene Chaiken, along with cast members Leisha Hailey, Jennifer Beals and Kate Moenning cele ..read more

Check out our featured photos from Miami Beach Pride 2024: Parade featuring Grand Marshal and Headliner Billy Porter (PHOTOS: JR Davis ..read more

Check out our featured photos from Miami Beach Pride 2024: VIP Affair at Lummus Park hosted by Jessica Wild (PHOTOS: Dale Stine). The post PHOTOS – Miami Beach Pride 2024: VIP Affair first appeared on Hotspots! Magazine ..read more

Coming up at the Sunshine Cathedral Center for the Performing Arts is David Maiocco’s Tribute to Liberace on April 27. Maiocco, a virtuoso pianist, pays homage to the legendary showman, Liberace, with impeccable musical arrangements, costumes, and makeup. Liberace was the ‘over the top gay stereotype” of the 1960’s and 1970’s and Maiocco brings that camp to his performance. Critics nationwide are raving about Maiocco’s uncanny impersonation and giving the show two thumbs up. So, prepare to be amazed as Maiocco transports you to the era of glitz and glamor. Get your tickets now for this must-s ..read more

JoJo Siwa wowed the crowd at Miami Beach Pride, shattering audience records with her electric performance. The singer took the stage to the largest audience the Pride event has ever witnessed. While her claim of pioneering “gay pop” sparked some controversy among queer music fans, Siwa had no trouble captivating the masses with her hit single “Karma” at this week’s event. Days before her stellar performance, Siwa clarified her earlier statements about inventing “gay pop,” telling Billboard that while she aimed to start a new music genre, she acknowledged artists like Lady Gaga and Miley Cyrus ..read more