Cyndi Lauper has released a re-recorded rendition of her 1993 abortion rights song “Sally’s Pigeons” following the Supreme Court’s repeal of Roe v. Wade . Originally released nearly 30 years ago, “Sally’s Pigeons” told the story of Lauper’s childhood friend who, as a teenager, got pregnant and died following a back-alley abortion procedure. “The Supreme Court’s radical decision today makes the re-recording and re-release of ‘Sally’s Pigeons’ more relevant than ever,” Lauper said in a statement. “In my childhood, women didn’t have reproductive freedom and 50 years later we find ourselves in a time warp where one’s freedom to control their own body has been stripped away.” Lauper entered the studio to record the new acoustic version of her song in May after the leak of the Supreme Court memo that revealed the plan to overturn of Roe v. Wade. Lauper — who attended a Planned Parenthood Bans Off Our Bodies march in New York City in May — released the song Friday when the … [Read more...] about Cyndi Lauper Shares New Version of Abortion Rights Song ‘Sally’s Pigeons’ After Roe Repeal
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Lizzo, Live Nation Pledge $1 Million to Abortion Access After Roe v. Wade Overturn
Lizzo and Live Nation will donate $1 million from the singer’s Special tour to support abortion access groups following the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade . “I’m pledging $500k from my upcoming tour to Planned Parenthood and Abortion Rights. Live Nation agreed to match— to make it 1 MILLION dollars,” Lizzo tweeted Friday. “The most important thing is action & loud voices. @PPFA , @AbortionFunds & organizations like them— will need funding to continue offering services to people who are most harmed by this ban.” I’m pledging $500k from my upcoming tour to Planned Parenthood and Abortion Rights. Live Nation agreed to match— to make it 1 MILLION dollars — FOLLOW @YITTY (@lizzo) June 24, 2022 The rapper also encouraged fans to donate and volunteer to help abortion access groups via her Lizzo Loves You website , which she launched to help grassroots black organizations in honor of Juneteenth. “Black women & women of color … [Read more...] about Lizzo, Live Nation Pledge $1 Million to Abortion Access After Roe v. Wade Overturn
Pro-Choice Groups Prepare State-by-State Blitz to Defend Abortion Access
Hillary Schneller knew what to expect when the Supreme Court ultimately overturned Roe v. Wade . The attorney at the Center for Reproductive Rights had been part of the team that defended a woman’s right to choose before the high court in Dobbs vs. Jackson Women’s Health. She heard Justice Samuel Alito’s line of questioning during the December oral arguments, the first sign for many of Roe ’s doom. She saw the leaked draft in May. Even so, “this is a bit of a colossal bomb that dropped today,” she said Friday afternoon. The “colossal bomb” effectively banned or significantly restricted abortion access in more than half of states. It also set in motion a new legal strategy for attorneys who protect abortion rights — one that lawyers at organizations like the Center for Reproductive Rights, Planned Parenthood, and the American Civil Liberties Union are now devising as states act fast to push restrictions under the new legal precedent. “The federal … [Read more...] about Pro-Choice Groups Prepare State-by-State Blitz to Defend Abortion Access
Mass Shooting in Norway’s Gay District, 2 Dead, at Least 19 Injured
Gallery Launch Gallery Getty Another mass shooting, this time in Oslo, Norway, where 2 people were shot to death and 19 were injured outside of 2 bars in an area of the city that is the hub of gay nightlife. It was a horrendous scene ... you hear the gunshots in the video as 40 witnesses looked and ran in horror. Police captured a suspect just minutes after the attack. A police spokesman would not identify the alleged shooter or motive. Cops believe there was only one gunman. One Witness told a Norwegian media outlet, "I saw a man arrive at the scene with a bag. He took up a gun and started shooting." #Update : Just in - Other video footage of after the scene in #Oslo in #Norway , after a mass shooting event near the "London" gay night club, resulting in at least 2 people dead and at least 22 others injured whom 10 are being treated in the hospital with 2 gunshot wounds. pic.twitter.com/XLXWKqNJCJ — Sotiri Dimpinoudis (@sotiridi) June 25, 2022 … [Read more...] about Mass Shooting in Norway’s Gay District, 2 Dead, at Least 19 Injured
Paul Walker’s Daughter Meadow Walker Talks About Getting Abortion During COVID
Meadow Walker , the daughter of the late Paul Walker , has weighed in on the overturning of Roe v. Wade with her own personal story. The 23-year-old revealed she had an abortion in 2020, just as the COVID pandemic began to rage. Meadow said ... "Today marks a huge setback in history- a profound injustice to women across the United States. There are countless women who have struggled with making the decision to have an abortion. I too have battled with the choice but in 2020, when the world was collapsing during the pandemic, I sought an abortion." She believes the decision should be "private and personal." Meadow made it clear, her decision wasn't easy ... "I was lucky enough to have a great doctor who supported me through the debilitating process- with their help, I am able to be the happy and healthy person I am today." That was the past, but Meadow says the future looks bleak ... "Now, knowing even more women won't have the opportunity to … [Read more...] about Paul Walker’s Daughter Meadow Walker Talks About Getting Abortion During COVID
Bill Maher Says Democrats Should Take a Lesson from Johnny Depp’s Lawyer
As if Johnny Depp 's lawyer, Camille Vasquez , couldn't get any bigger ... Bill Maher is now telling the Democratic Party her skills are exactly what they need to win -- GOOD REPRESENTATION!!! The "Real Time" host went in hard on the Dems, giving them what sounds like a simple instruction ... you, like Vasquez, are representatives -- advocates, like lawyers -- and you need to rep your constituents and not an idea that doesn't connect with them. Camille was singularly focused to protect and preserve Johnny -- no one else and no greater cause, just Mr. Depp -- and as a result of her focus and good lawyering, she won . The Dems, on the other hand, according to Bill, have become more focused on things other than their constituents, and that's why they're in big trouble. He gives examples ... Asian American voters are flipping from Democrat to Republican -- Dems lost 16% of Asian Americans since 2020 -- in part because of the move to eliminate advanced programs … [Read more...] about Bill Maher Says Democrats Should Take a Lesson from Johnny Depp’s Lawyer
As a Child, Hal Baddie’s ‘Doll Activities’ Were Hidden. Now, She’s Using Them to Take Over TikTok
Devin Halbal has a distinct memory of her first experience with “doll activities.” It was three Powerpuff Girls toys — the intuitive Blossom; Buttercup, known for her tough exterior; and the optimistic Bubbles. She was in preschool, and wanted to bring the dolls in for show and tell. But her mom refused, so Habal brought in a photo of her cat instead. “That was the first moment where I knew something was wrong with me playing with dolls,” Halbal tells Rolling Stone . “It was just, like, a matter of not letting other people know that I played with dolls.” But times have changed. Halbal, 23, now displays the qualities of each of her favorite Powerpuff dolls — and being a trans woman who grew up in New York City, it’s helpful to have all three. And today, she’s turned what she calls “doll activities” into a way of life. Known to her fans as Hal Baddie, Halbal has been creating content as a travel influencer on TikTok since June 2021, growing her following (which is now over … [Read more...] about As a Child, Hal Baddie’s ‘Doll Activities’ Were Hidden. Now, She’s Using Them to Take Over TikTok
INTERVIEW! R Madhavan: I Am An Outsider But I Can Say That There Are A Lot Of Good People In The Film Industry
"We filmmakers make many big budget movies to tell about the freedom struggle, about the Mughal rule and our history, but there is another field where India's achievements are appreciated and we don't talk about, that is science and technology. There are many heroes of this field in our country and I think it is very important to talk about them", says the actor, producer and director of upcoming film Rocketry: The Nambi Effect . R Madhavan has also written the screenplay of this film. Rocketry: The Nambi Effect is all set to hit the theatres on July 1. It is based on the life of former ISRO scientist and aerospace engineer Nambi Narayanan. The film premiered at the 75th Cannes Film Festival, where it was well received by the viewers. Ahead of the release of the film, Madhavan had a special interaction with the media, where he spoke in detail about his directorial debut, his process of selecting scripts and also about the popularity of Rehnaa Hai Tere Terre … [Read more...] about INTERVIEW! R Madhavan: I Am An Outsider But I Can Say That There Are A Lot Of Good People In The Film Industry
BALH 2’s Reena Aggarwal Recalls When Dog Attacked Her & Bit Her On Face: I’m Proud I Stood The Test Of Time
Reena Aggarwal, who is currently seen in Bade Achhe Lagte Hain 2 , will be seen in Alpha Beta Gamma , which was screened at Cannes Film Festival. The actress is glad that her debut film reaching a global platform. Recently, she spoke about the film and recalled her struggling days. She is happy to have been able to return to work with a bang after a mishap that she got to experience on the sets of one of the shows. Talking about the film, the actress told Hindustan Times that after doing a number of TV shows, when she was offered rom-com film, she was eager to do a light-hearted role. She said that it was a small-budget film and they completed the project with limited crew and limited budget but with full passion. She feels that this might ve the reason that the film did really well on international circuit and won them praise at Cannes. She added that now they are extremely excited to release it India as well. Reena is proud that she stood the test of time … [Read more...] about BALH 2’s Reena Aggarwal Recalls When Dog Attacked Her & Bit Her On Face: I’m Proud I Stood The Test Of Time
30 Years Of Shah Rukh Khan: 30 Dialogues Of Bollywood’s Badshah Which Will Live On For Generations
'Tum paas aaye yun muskaraae, tumne na jaane kya sapne dikhaye. Ab toh mera dil, jaage naa soota hai, kya karun haaye kuch kuch hota hai.' These lines perfectly sum up our feelings for Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan. Each time he spreads his arms, our hearts skip a beat. His dimpled smile is enough to melt hearts of stone. When King Khan speaks, there's hardly anyone out there who doesn't fall in love with him all over again. His charm and stardom are simply unmatchable, and his humble beginning continues to inspire millions of people. 30 years ago on this day (June 25), Shah Rukh Khan made his debut in the Hindi Film Industry with Rishi Kapoor-Divya Bharti starrer Deewana. Interestingly, King Khan wasn't the first choice for the film. The makers had initially cast Armaan Kohli. However, the actor dropped out of the film after shooting the first schedule and that's why SRK came into the picture. However, you folks won't be surprised to know that the … [Read more...] about 30 Years Of Shah Rukh Khan: 30 Dialogues Of Bollywood’s Badshah Which Will Live On For Generations