Swift has supported the Equality Act, which would prohibit discrimination based on sex, gender or sexual orientation. Mock, a writer and director on “Pose,” also wrote a book about her life as a transgender woman.
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Alex Trebek to Rep. John Lewis: Let’s survive cancer in 2020
Both the “Jeopardy” host and the congressman are fighting pancreatic cancer.
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Adrien Brody to star in Stephen King series
The Academy Award-winning actor will portray a ship’s captain in the 10-episode series.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Nation & World
‘Joker,’ ‘Parasite,’ ‘1917,’ ‘Little Women’ land Writers Guild nominations
Sam Mendes’ World War I tale “1917” followed up its big night at the Golden Globes with a nomination for best screenplay from the Writers Guild.
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Tom Hanks goes from laughter to tears accepting Globe award
Elton John and Bernie Taupin win their first Golden Globe, and Awkwafina makes history with her award for lead actress in a movie comedy/musical.
Posted inFood & Dining, Green plate special, Recipes
Green Plate Special: Beans are good for the planet, but can be tiresome to eat
The solution? Next time you cook, play hide-and-seek with the legumes.
Posted inFood & Dining, Maine Gardener
Maine Gardener: Read catalogs to preview the coming gardening season
What’s in and what’s out? Prepare to bid farewell to Iona Petit Pois and say hello to cover cropping.
Posted inNation & World, Religion and Values
Year-end violence highlights danger of worshipping
The frequency of attacks has faith leaders and law enforcement grappling with how to protect people when they are at their most vulnerable.
Posted inNation & World, Religion and Values, Uncategorized
Trump portrays himself as defender of faith for evangelicals
The president highlights his record on religious liberty as he addresses a group of more than 5,000 Christians in Miami.
Posted inNation & World, Religion and Values
United Methodist Church plans to split over gay marriage
A group of church leaders from around the world and across ideological divides proposes an amicable separation.