Last week’s recap features queer representation at Orlando Fringe, the big kickoff plans for St Pete Pride 2026 & a controversial new White House counterterrorism strategy. The list wraps up with the 15th annual Out in the Vineyard & the closure of Orlando special effects company AEOStudios, Inc..

From the 5th annual Pride Prom at the Orlando Science Center to a milestone anniversary for Pro Shop Pub, these were the stories you read most last week. Our top five also includes updates on the Charlie Kirk Act and a guilty plea in a major local court case.

A significant chapter in Orlando history closed today as the Pulse sign was carefully dismantled. Mayor Buddy Dyer and Commissioner Patty Sheehan watched as the logo was moved to a flatbed ahead of next week's demolition. Read more and see our photos at shorturl.at/eALNa.

Half a century of community! 🥂 We’re celebrating 50 years of Clearwater’s Pro Shop Pub in our brand new issue. Don't miss this look back at Florida LGBTQ+ history along with your local news.

Fifty years in and they are just getting started. Pro Shop Pub survived five decades of change to become the longest-running LGBTQ+ bar in Florida. See how this Clearwater landmark is evolving for the next generation at shorturl.at/7y8Qd

The curtain is up for the 2026 Orlando Fringe Program! Showtimes, venues and everything you need to know about this years festival is all in one place. Find a copy near you at select locations through Central Florida at shorturl.at/86aOG.

The 2026 Central Florida WONDER Awards was an absolute vibe. We took over Anthem Orlando to celebrate the incredible individuals and businesses pushing our community forward. From activists to local icons, Central Florida showed up and showed out.

The 90s called, and we answered. ☎️ We are joining the trend by sharing the covers that defined a decade for us. Take a look back at the moments and faces that shaped our history during the 1990s.

The 2026 Rainbow Family Guide is officially here! 🌈✨ Grab your copy on newsstands now for all the best local events and resources. Link in bio to find a location or stay tuned for the digital drop next week! #WatermarkOutNews #RainbowFamily #FamilyFun

A massive crowd turned out at City Hall for the latest "No Kings" demonstration in Orlando. The event highlighted community resistance to federal enforcement and support for immigrant neighbors. Read more and see our photos at shorturl.at/tShYd.

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Happiness isn’t always loud. Sometimes it’s the deep breath, the quiet moment, the small win you almost miss. You don’t need a perfect life, just the awareness to notice what already brings you peace. That’s where healing begins 💙✨ #mattsfoundation #mentalhealth #healing

Morning bird song giving it large Lovley isn’t it - don’t forget to turn up your speakers #InspireSelfMgt

The current leader of the Kuomintang party (KMT), Taiwan's current opposition party, Cheng Li-wun, raises a good point as to why Taiwan’s wellbeing is not in the interest of the US, and why she’s currently pushing for peaceful relations with China. She's currently on a visit to China.

CJ McCollum on Jonathan Kuminga: “He has championship DNA coming from the Warriors. The athleticism is off the charts. He’s got a mid-range. He knows how to post up, screen, and defensively, he can guard 1-5. He was in a not so great situation and now he's found a happy home.”

A truck sank in freshly poured concrete on the I-41/894 interchange after the driver physically removed a 'Road Closed' barrier and drove past construction signs. https://tinyurl.com/3969usxr 

Nothing about this regime is serious. Marco Rubio trolling in this Nike outfit proves he is no different than the rest of these goons.

#neuronurses READ this article: vist.ly/4z3j7 It highlights important work in global neuroscience nurse training and the role of baseline knowledge assessment in strengthening practice & improving patient outcomes worldwide. Comment on your thoughts after you read it!

At any given moment, your body has a countless amount of cells working nonstop to keep you alive, especially within your immune system. #reels #learn #health #blood #immunity

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On this Memorial Day, let us honor and remember those who gave their lives serving our country.

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Luther found Satnam Singh’s tennis racket and handed it off to Chris Jericho! Watch #AEWDoN LIVE on HBO Max PPV

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the president of the US is complicit in a holocaus. This is No Other Land. it’s a documentary taken in the West Bank were Hamas doesn’t exist and it proves it’s been happening way before 2023. won an Oscar in the US but we weren’t allowed to watch it in the US until a few weeks ago.

This indie developer is making a gameboy era turn based RPG that looks on point! It's called TORR, will you play this? tohomoko.carrd.co

Arne Slot revealed plenty in his press conference ahead of the game against Arsenal, but still kept a few things to himself. Check out the full press conference review later today on YouTube. Link in bio. #lfc #liverpool #premierleague #arneslot #Ekitike

"There was no need to be at the center of the story, he just did the job.” @karaswisher.bsky.social and @profgalloway.com offer a proper tribute to Robert Mueller.

📺 El jonrón de dos carreras de Juan Soto (11)

The Kindle of POTHOLES AND MAGIC CARPETS is 99p/c on Amazon until 25th of May. “Complex characters, thrills, and a strong story.” "Another great read from Joy Mutter." The audiobook is on Audible, Amazon + iTunes. My 24 Kindles (free with KU), paperbacks + audiobooks are on Amazon. amzn.to/29Bawbi

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today, rain showers likely between 8am and 2pm, then showers and thunderstorms. cloudy. high near 65, with temperatures falling to around 56 in the afternoon. south wind 9 to 21 mph. chance of precipitation is 100%. new rainfall amounts between a (1/4)

Absolute bombshell. Pope Leo XIV drops a massive reality check on the global elite. He explicitly demands that artificial intelligence must be completely disarmed. He warns of terrifying autonomous weapons and algorithms designed to oppress the vulnerable... SKYNET vibes!!!

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🆘DON’T KILL🐶RANGER 7 y/o Ranger’s owner was hospitalized & now he’s in crappy shelter where they plan 2 kill him for leash biting. They admit he’s very friendly, seeks affection. They gotta know he’s sick (see post below.) He’s a good boy! If fostered, rescue org will cover vet $ 🙏Repost 2find🏡

ANNNNNNNNNNRLD BLOW THAT HOOOOOOOOOOOOORN IT'S 5-0 #SOUNDtheSIREN HIT THE MUSIC AND GIVE EM RIC FLAIR!

"Among the slain residents was a Palestinian woman who happened to be passing by the building; she had been purchasing Eid clothing for her late brother’s children when the missiles struck. Her funeral took place earlier at the Al‑Ahli Cemetery."

AN UNSULLIED SHIELD (1913) is an early (though not the earliest) example of the "ancestors climb down from their portraits" trope. A young wastrel is shamed for his partying ways by a mystic television program showing his forebears dying in combat.

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Ünlü oyuncu Ozan Güven, ünlü olmak için kavga çıkarmaya çalışan ve kendisini taciz eden şahısları şaşkınlıkla izleyerek ciddiye almadı ve sinirlerine hakim olmayı başardı. #ozangüven #kemalkılıçdaroğlu #mansuryavaş #erolmütercimler #THM

Is the AI panic valid?

South Sudan is an illuminating example of how countries struggle with high debt burdens. Join our webinar on Tuesday 26 May to learn more. Register here 👉 https://bit.ly/3PjqzTI

What works on YouTube today might not work tomorrow (S1E32)

For everyone in the middle, you can set up games as chaotic as you want! Anyway, I still need to figure out music so that's gonna be the major blocker before release, but everything else is basically shippable!

"Trump just posted his lowest approval rating. He's negative double digits across the board." "A majority of Americans blame Republicans for the unpopular government shutdown. Oh, and "over 75% of Americans across the political spectrum demand that Congress RELEASE the EPSTEIN FILES!"

“Voluntarily closed case to avoid scrutiny into collusion” The colluding betwixt former attorney Todd “I love you Sir” Blanche & client POTUS IRS Scott Bassent colluded with AAG “I love you Sir” Blanche Admin was settling w/ self as he said (admitting intent to collude) Omnipresent collusiveness

“Free Palestine!” A woman at a London-area airport reportedly harassed passengers arriving from Tel Aviv. Random Israelis are not representatives of our government. This isn’t activism. It unhinged hate.

New advances in #AgTech now let crops fix nitrogen directly in their cells through multiple pathways 🌱 While we're best known for explaining biotech in healthcare, our expertise applies equally well to agricultural biotech innovations. Visit https://www.azotic.com/the-science/ to learn more.

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National Faculty member Danielle Cooley, DO, shares updates from the new FOMCD 2026, including the integration of the mind-body-spirit approach to osteopathic across all competency domains.

Découvrez pourquoi les concentrations en oxygène dans l’estuaire et le golfe du Saint-Laurent chutent plus rapidement que prévu. @uqar.bsky.social propulsé par le @fondsrechercheqc.bsky.social. ➡️https://www.scientifique-en-chef.gouv.qc.ca/impact-recherche/des-especes-marines-a-bout-de-souffle

General Hospital continues to reach back to past primetime. Dean Geyer ("Neighbors", "Glee", and a very famous ... leak) has joined the show. @cmr2.bsky.social @morganruble.bsky.social @roni1133.bsky.social @bluegreen118.bsky.social @cosmiclad.bsky.social @axfrommn.bsky.social @tvdean.bsky.social

Struggling to find joy in the middle of the routine? Our bible podcast reads life-giving verses and helps you rediscover simple gladness. #Christianity #Jesus #Faith #Bible #Prayer www.youtube.com/@Reading-And...

👀🇺🇸 @trueeager.bsky.social reacts to Doug Ford heading stateside in early June 🔥🇨🇦 What’s the mission—and what headlines will follow? 😳 Full episode ⬇️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=t3oY... Like, share & subscribe 🦫 #Ontario #Politics #Canada #USPolitics #onpoli

📹 Gallardo: "Alguien de mi gabinete me comentó que entre los aspirantes estaba el hermano del exsecretario general del Partido Socialista y dije, que gane el mejor” social.elpais.com/p3b0a

From the archives... Will Ospreay, Lio Rush and Ryan Smile (RIP ❤️) dancing to Uptown Funk @claudiatakesoup.bsky.social #AEW

Kim Johnson made a song called Seu Olhar (Sonando Mix)! Amazon:  amzn.to/3zuhJ7U YouTube: youtu.be/fTOO3i3HQ48 Spotify: open.spotify.com/track/6XlGw2... Follow @kimjohnson562.bsky.social for more!

Albania is being sold off