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Yahoo
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Betty Who is stripping down & making us sweat with her steamy new music
Once again, Betty Who is blessing the LGBTQ+ community with incredible music. After three years, the queer singer is kicking off a brand new era by is releasing her own original music as an independent artist. Her first empowering single "Run!" is literally designed to keep the gays moving and remaining optimistic during these challenging times. "A lot of the music that'll be coming your way is a little bit tongue-in-cheek! Ultimately, I'm a silly little goose who wants to write a big bridge. Leaning into the things that make me, me, is now what this era is about," Who tells PRIDE. See on Instagram Who is also showing plenty of skin in the visuals for her second single "SWEAT," which comes out this Friday and just before Pride Month begins. "Pride season is coming up! It is my Mariah Carey Christmas season. I am in my cryogenic freezer and I am defrosting as we speak! I feel my season coming. It's time! The next song is for Pride. It's for the club. In the club, we all fam!" Beyond the clubs, Who is also hitting the road this summer and performing all of her biggest hits. The star is even slated to perform at the WorldPride Music Festival in Washington, D.C. "This is my city! These are my people! I'm very excited to show both sides of me at WorldPride. You better believe... I will be performing my set, and then I will be taking my drag off and going to watch Ms. Rita Ora and Jennifer Lopez. What a night to be alive!" Although the political climate is raising concerns for many tourists around the world, Who is reminding everyone to remain steadfast and unafraid to live out and proud. "To my LGBTQIA+ sisters, brothers, and everyone in between in the community, don't give too much of your time and energy to the people who don't get it. Save it all for the people who do and celebrate you for who you are! You can't let other people hold you back from living your life and feeling the joy you absolutely deserve to feel." Fans can get tickets to the WorldPride Music Festival now. To see the full interview with Betty Who, check out the video at the top of the page.
Eyewitness News
3 days ago
- General
- Eyewitness News
Sex workers offer Justice Department help
Sex workers and activists are calling for urgency reviving a bill to decriminalise sex work bill, which is currently being drafted for the second time. On Monday 2 June, members of Sex Workers Education and Advocacy Taskforce (SWEAT) and the Asijiki Coalition set up desks and chairs outside the offices of the Department of Justice (DOJ) in Cape Town. The mock 'help desk' was meant to represent sex workers and the DOJ drafting the bill together, with the seat reserved for the DOJ left empty. A large sign at the desk read: 'Sex workers are here to help you to redraft the bill.' 'Maybe they will come down and draft the bill with us,' said Lloyd Rugara, provincial coordinator for the Sisonke National Sex Work Movement. It's been two years since the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Bill of 2022 was withdrawn and sent back to be revised. In May 2023 state law advisors raised concerns about the bill's lack of regulation, according to former deputy minister John Jeffery. The new deputy minister Andries Nel has since taken office. Sex worker organisations have demanded a clear timeframe for the bill's implementation, consultations with sex workers, and the prioritisation of the 'long-delayed reform'. Constance Mathe, national coordinator at Asijiki, said that since funding cuts from USAID caused sex worker-friendly clinics to close down, sex workers have struggled to access health services at public facilities. They face stigma and long waiting hours at clinics and hospitals, she says. Mathe says that the decriminalisation bill would mean sex workers would be recognised under labour laws and would have safer working conditions. Mathe also raises concerns over the lack of consultation with sex workers during the second drafting of the bill and says that the drafting process was taking too long. 'No redrafting can take two years,' says Mathe. DOJ official Ashika Singh came outside to meet the activists. She said the DOJ would give them a response within three weeks. This article first appeared on GroundUp. Read the original article here.
Barnama
13-05-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Bitget Announces Strategic Partnership With SWEAT To Boost Movement Economy In Web3
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, May 13 (Bernama) -- Bitget, the leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, has announced its strategic partnership with SWEAT, the pioneering movement economy ecosystem, lowering entry barriers for Web2 audiences while seamlessly connecting them to Web3. The alliance was unveiled at Dubai Esports Festival 2025 (DEF), where attendees experienced the future first-hand through interactive activities that turn physical activity into crypto rewards. From Dubai Airport to Sheikh Zayed Road, the city's most prominent billboards now carry a powerful message: Walk into Crypto—Step. Sweat. Score. "We're turning physical activity into financial empowerment," declared SWEAT Co-founder and CEO Oleg Fomenko. "This is about rewarding the most natural human behavior, movement, with digital ownership."
Bahrain News Gazette
09-05-2025
- Business
- Bahrain News Gazette
Bitget Announces Strategic Partnership with SWEAT to Boost Movement Economy in Web3
Bitget Announces Strategic Partnership with SWEAT to Boost Movement Economy in Web3 Bitget Announces Strategic Partnership with SWEAT to Boost Movement Economy in Web3 DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, May 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitget , the leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, has announced its strategic partnership with SWEAT , the pioneering movement economy ecosystem, lowering entry barriers for Web2 audiences while seamlessly connecting them to Web3. The alliance was unveiled at Dubai Esports Festival 2025 (DEF) , where attendees experienced the future first-hand through interactive activities that turn physical activity into crypto rewards. Sweat x Bitget Billboard in Dubai City Sweat x Bitget Billboard in Dubai City From Dubai Airport to Sheikh Zayed Road, the city's most prominent billboards now carry a powerful message: Walk into Crypto—Step. Sweat. Score. 'We're turning physical activity into financial empowerment,' declared SWEAT Co-founder and CEO Oleg Fomenko. 'This is about rewarding the most natural human behavior, movement, with digital ownership.' Bitget COO Vugar Usi Zade with SWEAT Co-founder and CEO Oleg Fomenko Bitget COO Vugar Usi Zade with SWEAT Co-founder and CEO Oleg Fomenko Bitget COO Vugar Usi Zade added, 'Our mission has always been to bridge Web2 and Web3, and what better way than through something as universal as movement? This partnership makes crypto accessible in the most human way possible—through the natural movement we do every day,' he added. The collaboration debuts cutting-edge innovations, including SWEAT's AI movement coach, Mia, and expanded multi-chain wallet capabilities. At the same time, for Bitget, this partnership represents another strategic step in its vision to seamlessly connect traditional and decentralized digital economies. 'We're building bridges, not walls,' emphasized Vugar. 'By meeting users where they already are, in this case, through their daily movement, we're creating the most natural on-ramps to Web3. Whether you're a fitness enthusiast or crypto curious, this partnership makes the transition effortless and rewarding.' This isn't just another industry collaboration—it's a fitness-meets-finance movement that redefines how people interact with digital assets. SWEAT and Bitget are writing the next chapter of mainstream crypto adoption by transforming routine activity into financial opportunity. As Dubai's skyline lights up with SWEAT x Bitget billboards, one thing's clear: The future of Web3 isn't just about sitting and staring at charts. Sometimes, you've gotta move it to prove it. About Bitget Established in 2018, Bitget is the world's leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company. Serving over 120 million users in 150+ countries and regions, the Bitget exchange is committed to helping users trade smarter with its pioneering copy trading feature and other trading solutions, while offering real-time access to Bitcoin price , Ethereum price , and other cryptocurrency prices. Formerly known as BitKeep, Bitget Wallet is a world-class multi-chain crypto wallet that offers an array of comprehensive Web3 solutions and features including wallet functionality, token swap, NFT Marketplace, DApp browser, and more. Bitget is at the forefront of driving crypto adoption through strategic partnerships, such as its role as the Official Crypto Partner of the World's Top Football League, LALIGA , in EASTERN, SEA and LATAM markets, as well as a global partner of Turkish National athletes Buse Tosun Çavuşoğlu (Wrestling world champion), Samet Gümüş (Boxing gold medalist) and İlkin Aydın (Volleyball national team), to inspire the global community to embrace the future of cryptocurrency. For more information, visit: Website | Twitter | Telegram | LinkedIn | Discord | Bitget Wallet For media inquiries, please contact: [email protected] Risk Warning: Digital asset prices are subject to fluctuation and may experience significant volatility. Investors are advised to only allocate funds they can afford to lose. The value of any investment may be impacted, and there is a possibility that financial objectives may not be met, nor the principal investment recovered. Independent financial advice should always be sought, and personal financial experience and standing carefully considered. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Bitget accepts no liability for any potential losses incurred. Nothing contained herein should be construed as financial advice. For further information, please refer to our Terms of Use . About SWEAT SWEAT is a Web3 platform that encourages physical activity by rewarding users for moving. It uses $SWEAT, a token earned through steps, to turn movement into value to be used, grown, traded and spent in the Movement Economy. The token is stored in the SWEAT Wallet, a mobile app with 20+ million downloads and over 3 million monthly active users. By downloading SWEAT Wallet for free, users globally can start to earn $SWEAT and join the Movement Economy, where every step counts. Photos accompanying this announcement are available at GlobeNewswire Distribution ID 1001095629
Daily Mail
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Sasha Obama flaunts her figure alongside Malia at wild party amid parents' divorce rumors
Sasha Obama was seen showing off her toned physique in a cropped white tank top as she partied with sister Malia Obama amid rumors that their parents Barack Obama and Michelle Obama are headed for divorce. The 23-year-old former first daughter made sure to have all eyes on her as she attended Destin Conrad's Love on Digital album listening party in Los Angeles on Tuesday night. Wearing low rise denim jeans and with her midriff on full display, Sasha oozed cool girl as she posed with for a snap with older sister Malia, 26, and Florida-born R&B singer Destin, 24. Meanwhile, sister Malia opted for a more conservative ensemble in an oversized brown leather jacket which matched her long ginger locks. The picture has already sparked a huge reaction on social media, with many obsessed with Sasha's look. Commenting on snap shared on X, formerly Twitter, one said: 'Sasha bad as hell.' Echoing a similar sentiment, another exclaimed, 'Sasha tore,' while a third added: 'Sasha…. I wasn't familiar with your game.' Others couldn't believe how much the sisters have grown up. 'They grew so much, I feel old,' said one. 'They are beautiful and I hope they stay happy and thriving forever,' added another. 'I saw this post and I was like WHAT, no way that's them,' wrote a third. 'Googled their ages and I'll be damned. They're so grown now! Very pretty ladies, wishing them the best.' On the night, Sasha and Malia enjoyed new music from Destin's debut album while fellow singer Kehlani celebrated her 30th birthday, which took place last week. In another picture, After Hours songstress Kehlani was seen blowing out candles after being presented with a plate of baked goods. This isn't the first time that Sasha and sister Malia have proved their good music taste. Last October, the sisters seen out and about in Los Angeles after attending Charlie XCX's SWEAT tour concert. The pair's recent outing comes amid unfounded rumors that their parents, Barack, 63, and Michelle, 61, are headed for divorce. The Obama's 32-year marriage has been in the spotlight in recent weeks amid unfounded rumors that they are headed for divorce Speculation of a rift in their marriage of 32 years were ignited in January when Michelle declined to attend former President Jimmy Carter's funeral and sent Barack alone. The couple went several months without being seen in public together, and in that time, Michelle also skipped President Trump's inauguration, again leaving her husband to go solo. In an address to Hamilton College students a month ago, Barack fueled the rumor mill as he made light of the stress the presidency had on his marriage, saying he was in a 'deep deficit with my wife.' 'I have been trying to dig myself out of that hole by doing occasionally fun things,' he added. Earlier this month, however, Michelle shut down the hearsay over her marriage. Speaking on the Work in Progress podcast hosted by actress Sophia Bush, she explained why she decided against attending several high-profile events. 'That's the thing that we as women, I think we struggle with like disappointing people,' Michelle began. 'I mean, so much so that this year people couldn't even fathom that I was making a choice for myself that they had to assume that my husband and I are divorcing. 'This couldn't be a grown woman just making a set of decisions for herself, right? But that's what society does to us.' Barack and Michelle's first child, daughter Malia, was born in 1998, while Sasha followed in 2001. Both girls are currently living in LA, where Sasha graduated from the University of Southern California in May 2023 with a degree in sociology. Malia, meanwhile, is busy carving out a career for herself in Hollywood, Sasha seems to enjoy a more leisurely lifestyle.
