Green Colored Glasses- Green Kids Clothes: Electropura ReviewElectropura is run by fashion designer Lynn van Gastel who creates fashions for kids in sizes o-5 from existing materials. In today’s world where nearly everything seems to be disposable, these fashions rescue fabrics that still have tons of wear in […]
- Skateboard Sculptures of HaroshiCheck out these fantastic skateboard deck sculptures by Japanese artist Haroshi. He’s got an extremely varied portfolio of artwork made from old beat up decks. These five pieces shown here are just some of his latest sculptures. His method of wooden […]
- Eco-Friendly Gift Ideas — For the CookLooking for a green gift idea for the eco-chef in your life?? Check out these kitchen spice racks available in bamboo. Bamboo is a great wood to use because it grows extremely quickly with little water and no use of pesticides […]
- Beads For ChangeAre you looking for an eco-friendly product for the fashionista on your shopping list this year? Check out Beads for Change. This program employs women of Uganda who live in hillside slums. They are refugees after decades of war in […]
- Oil Town LivingI’ve got to admit that I live in the middle of a city fueled by oil. Make no mistake about it, Calgary is definitely an oil town. We’ve got a terrible reputation as red necks with out Stampede and a […]
- Penguin SweatersTo be clear, this post is about tiny sweaters for penguins such as pictured on the left. I am not writing about sweaters for humans with penguins on them such as this one from Chanel pictured on the right. It’s […]
- Getting In Bernie Madoff’s PantsThey say you can’t judge a man until you’ve walked a mile in his shoes so can you judge him after using his pants?? Check out the Bernie Madoff collection on Fredrick James for a cool selection of Ipad covers […]
- The Ultimate Solar LightHere in the Western world, solar lights are a novelty not a necessity. It’s easy to forget about people living on other places of our small planet that aren’t going green to save the world. They’re simply living hand to […]
- Etsy Find: Talking Squid Recycles TeesTalking Squid is not just saving the planet by recycling t-shirts, they’re also helping you save money with their huge 50% off summer sale. Yup, half off! So, what could you spend half as much on?? Well, they’ve got an outstanding […]
- Quitting SmokingQuitting smoking is one of the best things that you can do for the health of the environment and yourself. Cigarette butts make up about 80% of litter commonly found on streets. The exhaled fumes from cigarette smoke are a […]
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Comics Come Out With LGBT Characters and Themes
After its first openly gay character - Kevin Keller - came out in 2010, Archie Comics has printed its first gay kiss. The smooch between Kevin and his boyfriend, Devon, angers a Riverdale mom in the comic, which, according to the issue’s … Continue reading
State by State: The Legalization of Gay Marriage Across the US
Today, Minnesota became the 12th state to legalize same-sex marriage, marking another significant step for gay rights. Following Iowa’s 2009 legalization, it’s only the second state in the Midwest to approve a gay marriage bill, as most of the states … Continue reading
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NBA’s Jason Collins Comes Out as First Active, Openly Gay Athlete
This morning, NBA player Jason Collins came out in a story for Sports Illustrated, making him the first active player in a major American team sport to be openly gay. His announcement comes on the heels of the WNBA’s Brittney … Continue reading
WNBA’s Brittney Griner Hopes to Inspire Others to Be Themselves
After Brittney Griner was chosen first in this week’s WNBA draft, she sat down with Sports Illustrated to talk openly about sports and sexuality. While pro men’s sports are still struggling with acceptance, it seems the women’s game has tolerance … Continue reading
New Zealand Joins Worldwide Gay Marriage Wins
Today, New Zealand became the 13th country to legalize gay marriage with a new law that will take effect in August. This news comes just a week after lawmakers in Uruguay made history by passing a gay-marriage law, making the … Continue reading
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5 Myths About Gay Men Debunked
We’re happy to present this excerpt from one of our favorite sites, YourTango. Not only are these stereotypes unfair – they’re untrue! With same-sex marriage cases Hollingsworth v. Perry (the challenge to California’s Proposition 8) and United States v. Windsor … Continue reading
Sara Gilbert Is Engaged! See More Married and Engaged Gay Celebs
The Talk cohost Sara Gilbert announced her engagement to Linda Perry today on the show. Linda - a singer, songwriter, and producer - orchestrated a proposal picnic complete with a surprise musical performance of their song (The Cure’s “Love Song”) and T-shirts … Continue reading
Supportive Stars: Celebrities on Their LGBT Family Members
There are plenty of stars who have spoken out to support gay rights, but for some, the issue hits closer to home. This week, Magic Johnson said he was proud of his gay son. Like Magic, several celebrities have shared … Continue reading
Gay Weddings Spread the Love
As we wait to hear how the Supreme Court will rule on gay-marriage laws in the US, we’re celebrating same-sex big days with some of the most touching and beautiful gay weddings we’ve come across. Just like other lifetime lovers, … Continue reading
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How Gay Stars Have Come Out
This week is a big one for the gay community, as the Supreme Court is hearing arguments for two gay-marriage laws that could majorly impact the legality of gay marriage in the US. In just the last few years, there … Continue reading