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Yahoo
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
ZZ Top Gets Their Beard Back After Health Issues
ZZ Top Gets Their Beard Back After Health Issues originally appeared on Parade. ZZ Top is getting their Beard back. In this case the Beard is , the band's drummer and, ironically, the only member of the iconic rock trio not to sport facial hair. 🎬 SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox 🎬 The drummer was sidelined back in March due to an unspecified 'health issue' that forced him to miss dates on the band's Elevation Tour. The band, with drummer John Douglas sitting in for Beard, recently wrapped dates in Australia and New Zealand, but now Beard is back in the saddle and good to go for the next run of North American dates that begin June 1 in Victoria, British to a statement released through ZZ Top's press representative, the band's management said Beard was suffering from 'foot and ankle issues,' but he's now prepared to trek through the tour's completion on Oct. 10 in Terre Haute, Ind. 'We're happy that Frank is back with [bassist] Elwood [Francis] and yours truly, BFG. We missed him and are looking forward to turning it up and rocking out with him as has been the case for the last few hundred or so decades,' frontman , 75, said in a statement. 'His complete recovery is cause for celebration and that's just what we intend to do on an open-ended basis. Welcome back, pardner!' 'It's good to be back. See you out there,' added Beard. ZZ Top's original bassist , 72, died in July 2021 and was replaced by Francis, with Hill's approval before his passing. ZZ Top Gets Their Beard Back After Health Issues first appeared on Parade on May 29, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on May 29, 2025, where it first appeared.
USA Today
28-05-2025
- General
- USA Today
What does the 'Q' stand for in LGBTQ+? How the community reclaimed the word.
What does the 'Q' stand for in LGBTQ+? How the community reclaimed the word. Show Caption Hide Caption San Francisco Pride faces shortfall as corporate sponsors pull out Several major companies have opted out of donating to San Francisco Pride this year, such as Anheuser-Busch, Diageo, Nissan, and Comcast. Pride Month is almost here, so it's important to refresh your knowledge on the flags, terms, identities and history encompassed in the LGBTQ+ community. Asking your LGBTQ+ friends and family is an option but be mindful of placing the burden of your education on others when there are many free resources at your disposal. Here's what you need to know about the letter "Q" in the acronym. What does the 'Q' in LGBTQ+ stand for? The Q in LGBTQ+ stands for queer in most settings, but it can also mean questioning. LGBTQ+ is an acronym of identities related to sexual orientation and gender identity. What each letter in LGBTQ+ means: In recent years, many have added I and A (intersex and asexual) to the lineup. The plus sign is another addition to the acronym to represent identities in the community that perhaps don't fit into the other letters like pansexual, polyamorous, Two-Spirit or others who don't want to label their sexuality. What does queer mean? Queer is an adjective used by those who are not exclusively heterosexual. The term is often used as a self-identifier for those who don't feel their sexuality fits into other terms like lesbian, gay or bisexual. Many LGBTQ+ individuals feel some labels are "too limiting and/or fraught with cultural connotations they feel do not apply to them," GLAAD writes. Learn them all: History and meaning of each letter in LGBTQ+ Reclaiming the word For many, reclaiming words that were once used as offensive or controversial is an empowering practice. For others, using that word is a painful reminder of the past. The first documented use of queer as a slur was in 1894 when John Douglas, the 9th Marquess of Queensberry, discovered his son was in a relationship with Oscar Wilde. "Snob Queers" was used as a derogatory term to describe gay men in a lengthy court case brought on by Douglas. Flipping the term on its head, protesters in the midst of the AIDS epidemic began using the word queer in chants: "We're here, we're queer, we're not going shopping!" and "We're here, we're queer, get used to it!" In 1990, activist organization Queer Nation was founded with a mission to increase visibility and decrease LGBTQ+ violence. Queer Nation mobilized protests, hung banners and distributed pamphlets that read "We're here, we're queer and we'd like to say hello!" Widespread use grew from there. GLAAD officially added the Q to the acronym in its resource guide in 2016. Younger LGBTQ+ Americans in particular are reclaiming the word as they embrace a shift toward fluidity in identity. But it's still important to keep in mind that some members of the LGBTQ+ community, particularly older ones who grew up hearing it as a slur, might be uncomfortable with it. The bottom line? Let your friends self-identify; Don't try to use a label for them. Is it OK to use the word queer?: LGBTQ folks share perspectives, history of language What does 'questioning' mean? According to GLAAD, questioning is an adjective used to describe the process of exploring sexual orientation and gender identity. It's sometimes used as the Q in LGBTQ+ in youth support settings. Advocacy organization PFLAG puts it this way: "They have a feeling they might be different but are still in a process of exploration. Using the term allows them to identify themselves as part of the community, while avoiding labels and still honoring that they are in a process of self-identification." Self-identification is an important part of any LGBTQ+ person's journey. It's important to remember when talking to friends who are questioning that they do not owe an explanation of their sexuality to anyone, and should feel comfortable to explore it in their own time and way.
Associated Press
15-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Bret Hester Promoted to Chief Legal Officer of TIAA
John Douglas to Retire; Serve as Special Adviser to CEO through June 2026 NEW YORK, May 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- TIAA, a leading provider of lifetime income, today promoted Bret Hester to Senior Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer. Hester succeeds John Douglas, who will remain at TIAA as Special Adviser to the CEO through June 2026. Effective June 2, 2025, Hester will be responsible for legal, government relations and corporate secretary functions for both TIAA and Nuveen. He will report to CEO Thasunda Brown Duckett, join TIAA's executive committee, and be based in New York. 'John's legal prowess, unwavering dedication to clients, and deep passion for our mission make him an invaluable and trusted partner and I'm delighted that he will continue to serve in an advisory role,' said Duckett. 'We are also fortunate to be able to draw from our strong internal talent pool to promote Bret, whose deep experience will help us build on this foundation as we continue to fulfill and expand TIAA's mission.' Hester currently serves as Executive Vice President, General Counsel and leads the legal team for TIAA Wealth Management and Advice Solutions, as well as the company's government relations and public policy team. 'I am grateful for Thasunda's and John's support and excited to contribute to both TIAA and Nuveen's enduring legacies and vital missions,' said Hester. 'I look forward to working alongside the enterprise leadership team and our talented and dedicated law and public policy professionals to help our clients achieve lasting financial security and investment success.' Hester joined TIAA in 2017 from Barclays, where he led the Washington, D.C. office and previously served in the U.S. Treasury Department. He was awarded the Treasury Secretary's Distinguished Service Award for his contributions. Hester has also worked as a federal prosecutor, chief counsel to a U.S. senator, and as a private attorney. He serves on the boards of the Investment Adviser Association and the Life Insurance Council of New York and is a graduate of Harvard University and Stanford Law School. About TIAA TIAA is a leading provider1 of secure retirements and outcome-focused investment solutions to millions of people and thousands of institutions. It shared $5 billion with participants in 2023, on top of the stated guarantees, and has $1.4 trillion in assets under management (as of 3/31/2025)2. Learn more about TIAA Read the latest TIAA news X | LinkedIn | Facebook ©2025 Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association of America-College Retirement Equities Fund, New York, NY 4503708 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE TIAA
