• Tory politico, Sir Simon Milton, has come out of the closet and will be marrying his long-time lover, Robert Davis. Of coming out, Milton remarks: "The time was right...We’re happy and excited. I would rather tell people myself than be the subject of rumour.”

• The murder rate for trans California women just keeps on rising

• Despite activist pressure, the FDA won't be lifting its "gay blood" ban.

• PlanetOut Inc's stock continues to fall.

• Kurt Cobain, Joey Ramone, other dead rock stars live! Wear Doc Martens!

• Ahhhh! It's Kylie Minogue's head! And it's floating!

• Lesbian alleges shelter left her out in the cold: "It was pretty clear the reason she put me on hold is because I said I was a lesbian."

• Did Dick Cheney hire hookers? From Roll Call: "Vice President Cheney isn’t not on the phone records of the alleged D.C. Madam, who is accused of running a high-price call-girl ring in Washington, the accused madam’s lawyer said on Tuesday."

Don't recognize the name Calvin Harris? That's okay, most people don't. In fact, we'd never heard of him until we read that he's been tapped to work on some tracks for Kylie Minogue's upcoming album.

Like Lily Allen, the 23-year old Scotsman got his start on MySpace, garnering legions of fans and landing a recording contract with Sony BMG. This here's the video for his first single, Acceptable in the 80s", due out in March. You'd better choreograph that dance now, though, because we've got a feeling this song's going to be everywhere. Everywhere worth going, at least...

When you're done with the video, head over to Harris' MySpace and have a poke around.

Need we say more?

We've just been sent this video from a faithful reader, Joe. The subject of his email read "Kylie is George Michael," so naturally we were intrigued. In said video, Kylie Minogue's voice gets slowed down and sounds dead on like Georgie Boy. It may surprise you to know, but we're equally attracted to Kylie and George, so this is like a dream come true.

A great view for the morning hours, after the jump.

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In her first interview since successfully battling breast cancer (though she cautions the fight isn't over), Kylie Minogue shifted the focus of her recent publicity from pop star in distress to cultural sensation on the rebound. With hopes of having children with partner Olivier Martinez – though her chemo treatments have significantly reduced the chances of her ability to get pregnant – to returning to the theatre stage, Kylie tells Britain's Sky One she's had slivers of her ovaries frozen to better her chances of producing eggs. Though she cautions her cancer battle will forever strip her performances from the full energy they once had, she says its given her new perspective: "I just want to do everything."

Kylie Minogue Speaks Out About Dealing With Cancer [Blogcritics]

We haven't felt so moved this early in the morning in a long time, for we have just witnessed some true stage chemistry. Back in 2001 Kylie Minogue performed her hit song "Especially for You" with Kermit the Frog for a television special, and watching it reminds us why we are so excited that Kylie is returning to the stage after her fight with breast cancer. She lights up the room and those around her, even a stuffed green puppet.

Watch the duet after the jump.

Kylie Minogue duets With Kermit [Muppet Central News]

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• Kylie Minogue dated Pauly Shore for six months. No wonder she's dealing so well with her chemo, she's been through much worse. [TeenHollywood]

• Gay parents are ruining San Francisco! Where are the leather queens supposed to walk around naked? Indoors? As if. [SF Gate] and [TheAge]

• Because they lack "serious literary, artistic, political or scientific value," sex toys are considered "obscene" and lawmakers are passing legislation to make them illegal in South Carolina. In other news, Sharper Image sees major opportunities in South Carolina to sell their "personal massagers." Because those Sharper Image things aren't for sexy stuff at all. Mmm mmm, no they're not. [Charlotte.com]

We were overjoyed when we first heard about Kylie Minogue's recovery from cancer and that she was starting to think about music again. Now these photos, taken in Italy by her sexy boyfriend Olivier Martinez, are the first to reveal her new post-cancer "do." She is rocking the crew cut and is still one of the sexiest 37-year-olds around. She may even headilne the Glastonbury Music Festival next year to punctuate her return to pop stardom.

Photos after the jump.

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• The plucked, tanned, fancy-boy metrosexual is out. Thank God. [NYT]

• Clay Aiken fans explain why they are suing. A.K.A., "Why we are such losers." [Pressbox]

• Mariah Carey to return to the big screen, after she makes money off Intel. [FF]

• Video of shopping with Johnny Weir. LOVE HIM. [Socialite's Life]

• The leader of the Anglican church to meet with the former Nazi Pope on their differing views of homosexuality. The Anglican leader will explain why they have ordained Gene Robinson, who is gay, as Bishop in New Hampshire, and bless gay weddings in Canada. In other words, the meeting most likely won't go well. [Mirror]

• Kylie Minogue is all better, after her treatment for breast cancer. She's working on a new album already. And the world resumes spinning. [monsters&critics]

Joining 5-time children's author Madonna, Kylie Minogue is set to publish the children's book Showgirl Princess, to be released in the UK in September.

Showgirl Princess is not an autobiography per se, but will feature a little girl named "Kylie" who dreams of becoming a showgirl princess, drawing on Minogue's life experiences. According to a representative for the publisher, Puffin, "The book is for little girls who dream of dressing up and going onstage," an inspiration to little girls and gay male adults everywhere. We can't wait to read it to each other and act it out. At last, an excuse to pull those headdresses out of the closet. Again.

Order your advance copy on the internet today.

Showgirl Princess by Kylie Minogue [Book Standard]

• "Kylie: An Exhibition," a museum exhibit about the iconic Ms. Minogue has opened in Sydney. We’re seriously considering trekking halfway around the world to see it. [Gay.com]

• Brit TV fave Footballers’ Wives has two new characters: a closeted gay player and a bisexual golden boy, with a striking resemblance to Mr. Posh Spice. [After Elton]

• Russia’s first Gay Pride celebration will not happen in May like had been hoped. [The Independent]

• One man suffering from ‘gay fatigue’ realizes that being different is a good thing. Always. [Washington Blade]

• Best. Olympic. Headline. Ever. [Gawker]

Jason Beitel would just be another model/wannabe actor if not for one impressive credit: He's toured with Kylie Minogue as one of her hot shower boys.

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