8.
Ben Volavola
Fiji
Unfffff.
Tuesday, December 22, 2015
The 100 Greatest Lost Hits of The 80’s Part 2: The New Batch
From: NewNowNext
#56
“Cry Wolf”
A-Ha
Success was short-lived for Morten and the boys, at least in the U.S. After the phenomenal success of “Take On Me,” they would hit the Hot 100 twice more. With the follow-up “The Sun Always Shines On TV,” which hit #20 in February 1986, and “Cry Wolf,” which was the first single in the U.S. from their second album Scoundrel Days. It would hit #50 in March 1987.
BONUS! Here’s the underrated “The Sun Always Shines On TV.”
Classic Television - Prime Time
Cannon
Original channel
CBS
Original run
September 14, 1971 – March 3, 1976
Starring
William Conrad
Cannon is a CBS detective television series produced by Quinn Martin which aired from September 14, 1971 to March 3, 1976. The primary protagonist is the title character, private detective Frank Cannon, played by William Conrad. He also appeared on two episodes of Barnaby Jones.
Cannon is the first Quinn Martin-produced series to be aired on a network other than ABC. A "revival" television film, The Return of Frank Cannon, was aired on November 1, 1980. In total, there were 124 episodes.
Frank Cannon was a detective with the Los Angeles Police Department, however he retired after the deaths of his wife and son in a car accident and later became a private detective. The series begins at the point where Cannon is just beginning this new career (the pilot film picks up after Cannon has just spent 2 1/2 months overseas on an investigation). The cause of death of Cannon's wife and child was not clear through the first four seasons of the show. However, the first episode of the fifth and final season revolves around Cannon's investigation of the deaths, and he finally finds out the reason they were killed.
The noticeably overweight Frank Cannon had expensive tastes, especially in food and cars. (His primary vehicle was a silver '72 Lincoln Continental Mark IV.) Cannon's investigations were mostly for clients in the Southern California area, although on occasion he was called in for investigations much farther away (e.g., New Mexico in the pilot).
Cannon occasionally would get hurt (shot or beaten) and knocked unconscious. He carried a gun for self-defense, usually a snub-nosed .38 Special revolver (which appeared to be a Colt Detective Special). Sometimes he used other guns (Including an M1911 and a B.A.R). He was known to subdue suspects with karate chops, judo holds, and occasionally he would thrust and knock down adversaries with his huge abdomen.
In the first two seasons Cannon was a pipe smoker. In the third season, the pipe was seen occasionally; it was subsequently dropped altogether.
Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor
1936
Walter Brennan
Walter Brennan
as
Swan Bostrom
Come and Get It
Walter Andrew Brennan (July 25, 1894 – September 21, 1974) was an American actor. Brennan is one of three men to win three acting Oscars (the other two being Jack Nicholson and Daniel Day-Lewis), having won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor in 1936, 1938 and 1940.
28 Of The Queerest Christmas Songs
From: Huffington Post
Tracy Chapman
"O Holy Night"
The lovely Tracy Chapman offers a sweet, folky version of this holiday classic.
73rd Golden Globe Awards - Best Animated Feature Film
And The Nominees Are:
Anomalisa
The Good Dinosaur
Inside Out
The Peanuts Movie
Shaun the Sheep Movie
December 22nd is Asarah B'Tevet (עשרה בטבת)
Tenth of Tevet (Hebrew: עשרה בטבת, Asarah BeTevet), the tenth day of the Hebrew month of Tevet, is a minor fast day in Judaism. The fast commemorates the siege of Jerusalem by Nebuchadnezzar II of Babylonia. Like other minor fasts, Asara B'Tevet begins at dawn (first light) and ends at nightfall (full dark).
Asara B'Tevet begins at dawn on Tue, 22 December 2015.
7 Shows That Need To Fix The Gay In 2016
There be spoilers ahead!
From: NewNowNext
From: NewNowNext
As we wrap up 2015, we’ve got more gay characters on television than ever before. In fact, it’s rare to find a series that doesn’t have some kind of LGBT presence.
But not every show gets it right.
Even some of our favorite and most inclusive shows need to do some fine tuning to give their gay characters their fair due.
This holiday season we’re gifting seven shows with instructions on how they can fix their flawed LGBT story lines and characters.
1
Nashville
Oh, Nashville. You gave us a strapping, masculine gay character in Will Lexington (Chris Carmack) and while it only seemed like forever, he did finally come out of the closet at the end of last season. This being a soap, though, we knew his relationship with perfect boyfriend, Kevin (Kyle Dean Massey), would hit a snag and his country music career would face challenges with being an out artist.
But does every Will story have to be about him being gay? Maybe he could have money issues or find himself in a situation that could open up his career but burn his friendship with Gunnar in the process? Come on, Nashville.
Cornell Frat Bros Strip Down With Their Pets For 2016 “Men Of Vet School” Calendar
The frat boy/puppy combination will always be a winner.
From: NewNowNext
From: NewNowNext
The hunky fraternity bros of Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine have stripped down to pose with their four-legged friends once again for their annual charity calendar.
Each year the dudes of Omega Tau Sigma round up their most adorable kittens, puppies, horses, cows (and strapping young friends) to grace the pages of the calendar, which benefits their fraternity as well as the Patient Assistance Fund, a local nonprofit that helps people in need pay for their pet’s veterinary expenses.
And judging by their Instagram, the brand new 2016 calendar is going to be just as sexy as last year’s.
Check out a few of the best shots from the 2016 Men of Vet School below, and pick up your own copy at Etsy.
From Occupy Pedophilia to The Gay Couple Who Beat Up Their Attacker, Here’s The Top Ten Most-Read News Stories of 2015
From: LGBTQ Nation
Several time a year, a story takes off and instantaneously connects with our readership, inspiring a seemingly endless outpouring of commentary, and making the rounds for days or sometimes even weeks at a time.
While it’s often abundantly clear why a story managed to captivate your attention — the fact that you enjoyed “U.S. Supreme Court Rules For Nationwide marriage equality,” for example, wasn’t exactly a shocker — on other occasions, we’ll be pleasantly surprised to find a story takes on a surprisingly life of its own. (The story of how one family decided to deal with homophobic graffiti, for example.)
Check out ten of the most-read stories from the last twelve months.
#10
Monday, September 28, 2015 — Four Michigan men were arrested on felony charges after having sex with a teen boy they met at church on Grindr. The four accused met the boy independently, and the teen was only 15 at the time.
If “Twelve Days Of Christmas” Were Written In 2015
From: BuzzFeed
On the ninth day of Christmas my true bae gave to me
Nine terribly shaped Reese’s Christmas trees.
These Tom Of Finland Condoms Make The Perfect Stocking Stuffers
From: NewNowNext
This season safer sex gets a lot hotter as the Tom of Finland Foundation teamed up with ONE Condoms on a series of 24 condoms emblazoned with the iconic artist’s erotic artwork.
The rubbers debuted in September at San Francisco’s Folsom Street Fair and are available online.
“Our partnership with Tom of Finland Foundation is a natural fit for ONE, a brand committed to art and self-expression,” said Davin Wedel, CEO of Global Protection Corp, ONE’s parent company.
“The iconic, provocative artwork of Tom of Finland embodies the strength and boldness we strive for in all of our products. It’s truly an honor to bring his work to life in this innovative way.”
The line is part of a series of collaborations between ONE and prominent artists,.
“The ONE brand shares the Foundation’s commitment to promoting healthier attitudes about sexuality,” said Durk Dehner, who co-founded the Tom of Finland Foundation with the artist, born Touko Laaksonen.
The special edition condoms are available in two styles—Super Sensitive and larger-size Legend—in 12- and 24-packs, and in bowls of 100. A portion of sales is being donated to the Tom of Finland Foundation.
Check out the designs, and pick up Tom of Finland condoms on the ONE website
Tony-Winning Actress and TV Soap Star Patricia Elliott Dies
From: ABC News
Patricia Elliott, who won a Tony Award on her Broadway musical debut, went on to star opposite David Bowie in "The Elephant Man" and spent 23 years aboard the TV soap opera "One Life to Live," has died. She was 77.
Elliott died of cancer Sunday at her home in Manhattan, according to her niece, Sally Fay.
Elliott, who was born in Gunnison, Colorado, made her Broadway debut as Countess Charlotte Malcolm in the original production of Stephen Sondheim's "A Little Night Music" and won the Tony for best featured actress in 1973.
She also was nominated for a Tony in 1977 in the original production of "The Shadow Box." Her other Broadway credits include "A Doll's House," ''A Month of Sundays" and "Hedda Gabler." For "The Elephant Man," she replaced Carole Shelley as Mrs. Kendal and her John Merricks included Philip Anglim and Bowie.
Elliott also played Renee Divine Buchanan on the ABC daytime drama "One Life to Live" from 1988 to 2011. In addition, she was on the "CBS Radio Mystery Theater" series from 1974 through 1982.
She graduated from the University of Colorado in 1960 and worked at the Cleveland Play House, the Guthrie Theater in Minneapolis and Arena Stage in Washington, D.C., among others.
Elliott starred in "Hay Fever" at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles and played Regina Giddens in "The Little Foxes" at the Walnut Street Theatre in Philadelphia. She had guest roles on such TV shows as "Kojak," ''St. Elsewhere" and "Hill Street Blues."
Besides her niece, Elliott is survived by an aunt, Claudine Walker, and several cousins.
Steve Grand Wears Long Johns And Nuzzles A Hot Bear In “All I Want For Christmas Is You”
He puts his own stamp on the Mariah classic
From: NewNowNext
There have been countless versions of Mariah Carey’s contemporary classic “All I Want For Christmas Is You,” but out singer Steve Grand has taken it to a new level with his take, which is heartfelt, emotional, and gives Steve’s vocals the opportunity to soar.
The video may be the most romantic he’s ever done, as he’s seen in various states of affection with actor Trevor LaPaglia, in a slideshow of warm memories and happy times.
Steve shows up at the end to deliver a message for the holidays, and thank his fans. It’s a sweet and sincere video, and a reminder of why we fell in love with him.
You can download “All I Want For Christmas is You” HERE
Jinkx Monsoon Fears Your Love Burns “Red And Green” In New Christmas Video
She makes it look like water off a duck's back.
From: NewNowNext
From: NewNowNext
The Christmas spirit must be more powerful than ever this year, as it has even taken over our favorite Jewish narcoleptic drag queen, Jinkx Monsoon.
The season 5 Drag Race winner has just released the new video for her song “Red and Green,” her contribution to the Christmas Queens holiday album, and it serves as a great reminder of why she won in the first place.
Dressed in gorgeous gowns, Jinkx showcases her powerful voice and professional acting skills while serving us drama in the moody musical.
You can check it out in full below.
And catch some of your other favorite queens celebrating the holidays when RuPaul’s Drag Race: Green Screen Christmas airs on Christmas Eve at 12 noon on Logo.
Jimmy Carter's Grandson Dies at 28 After Suffering Heart Attack in Front of His Mother
From: kenneth in the (212)
Very sad to hear about the death of Jeremy Carter, former President Jimmy Carter's grandson. I must admit that I only knew of Amy Carter, but Jeremy was the middle child of Jeff and Annette Carter -- Jeff being the third of Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter's four children. Read what Jeremy's brother Josh wrote in an emotional blog post HERE.
22nd Screen Actors Guild Awards - Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series
And The Nominees Are:
Downton Abbey
Hugh Bonneville, Laura Carmichael, Jim Carter, Raquel Cassidy, Brendan Coyle, Michelle Dockery, Kevin Doyle, Joanne Froggatt, Lily James, Rob James-Collier, Allen Leech, Phyllis Logan, Elizabeth McGovern, Sophie McShera, Lesley Nicol, Julian Ovenden. Maggie Smith and Penelope Wilton
Game of Thrones
Alfie Allen, Ian Beattie, John Bradley-West, Gwendoline Christie, Emilia Clarke, Michael Condron, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Ben Crompton, Liam Cunningham, Stephen Dillane, Peter Dinklage, Natalie Dormer, Nathalie Emmanuel, Tara Fitzgerald, Jerome Flynn, Brian Fortune, Joel Fry, Aidan Gillen, Iain Glen, Kit Harington, Lena Headey, Michiel Huisman, Hannah Murray, Brenock O'Connor, Daniel Portman, Iwan Rheon, Owen Teale, Sophie Turner, Carice van Houten, Maisie Williams and Tom Wlaschiha
Homeland
F. Murray Abraham, Atheer Adel, Claire Danes, Alexander Fehling, Rupert Friend, Nina Hoss, René David Ifrah, Mark Ivanir, Sebastian Koch, Miranda Otto, Mandy Patinkin and Sarah Sokolovic
House of Cards
Mahershala Ali, Derek Cecil, Nathan Darrow, Michael Kelly, Elizabeth Marvel, Molly Parker, Jimmi Simpson, Kevin Spacey and Robin Wright
Mad Men
Sola Bamis, Stephanie Drake, Jay R. Ferguson, Bruce Greenwood, Jon Hamm, Christina Hendricks, January Jones, Vincent Kartheiser, Elisabeth Moss, Kevin Rahm, Kiernan Shipka, John Slattery, Rich Sommer, Aaron Staton and Mason Vale Cotton
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