Thursday, May 28, 2026

NubianNewYorkers - Movies That Understand the LGBTQ+ Experience - GAY FILMS

Okay NubianNewYorkers!

I already know you live for movies with gay characters and storylines because there’s just something special about seeing stories that actually speak to our experiences 😭✨ Soooo here are a few movies I think you’d absolutely like:

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NubianNewYorkers - JUNE 2026 Man-Candy - Summer Pride


June is associated with Pride Month in the United States.
 
 
 
In the Northern Hemisphere, June is the start of summer.



 
 June’s birthstone is the pearl.

June’s birth flowers are the rose and honeysuckle.

The zodiac signs for June are Gemini and Cancer.



 
 
 The summer solstice usually happens in June, bringing the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere.


 
June was named after Juno, the Roman goddess of marriage and childbirth.















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Friday, May 22, 2026

NubianNewYorkers - MORE GAY FLICKS FOR YOUR ENJOYMENT -

 

I’m really excited to share a few newer LGBTQ+ movies I’ve come across lately that I think are absolutely worth watching. 

For many people in the community, seeing authentic stories and characters on screen isn’t just entertaining—it’s meaningful. It can be incredibly powerful to see reflections of real experiences, relationships, and identities that haven’t always been represented or understood.

That’s part of what makes these films so special, and I hope you find something in this list that resonates with you or simply brings you joy. Let me know what you think if you watch any of them!

 

 
 
 


 

Thank you for spending this time with me and celebrating these stories. I hope these films brought you joy, reflection, and a deeper appreciation for the voices and experiences within our community. Art has always been one of our most powerful tools—whether you create, share, or simply support, your presence helps keep these stories alive and growing.

If something here moved you, let it inspire you. Use your own creativity, in whatever form it takes, to uplift, to express, and to give voice to the stories that deserve to be heard. And if you know someone who would appreciate these films, pass them along—community grows when we share what matters.

Thank you again for being here. I look forward to continuing this journey with you, so come back soon for more stories, more voices, and more moments that bring us together.

 

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Sunday, May 17, 2026

How Exercise Makes Your Face More Attractive (The Science Behind the Glow-Up)

 


Hey NubianNewYorkers!

I’ve been meaning to say this to you for a minute, and you know it’s coming from love.

 

I know we joke about looks and getting older and all that, but real talk—getting some regular exercise in could do more for you than you think, especially when it comes to how you look and feel. And yeah, I’m including your face in that conversation too.

 

Think of your body like a whole city, right? Your face is just one neighborhood. You might not be “working out” your face directly, but when the whole city starts running better, that neighborhood levels up too.

 

When you start moving your body—lifting a little, doing some cardio, even just stretching—you’re improving everything under the surface. Your skin, your circulation, your sleep, your stress… all of that shows up in your face whether you realize it or not.

 

Like with weights—when you build a little muscle and burn some fat, it’s not just your body that changes. Your face can slim out a bit too. Jawline gets a little sharper, cheeks less puffy, neck looks cleaner. You don’t even have to touch your face for that to happen.

 

And posture? Don’t get me started. Standing up straighter—stronger neck, shoulders, back—that alone can make you look more put together, more confident. It literally changes how your face sits on your body. Folks notice that, even if they can’t explain it.

 

Then there’s the inside stuff. Better sleep, less stress, more balanced hormones. You know your skin repairs itself when you sleep, right? So when you’re resting better, your face starts looking less tired, less worn down. Stress goes down, breakouts calm down, eyes look more alive.

 

And cardio—walking, biking, whatever you’ll actually stick with—that gets your blood moving. More oxygen, more nutrients getting delivered to your skin. That’s where that “glow” comes from. Not magic. Just your body working the way it’s supposed to.

 

Plus, it helps with inflammation. A lot of what we think is just “our face” is really puffiness, stress, not enough rest, maybe holding onto water. When you start taking care of your body, that stuff eases up. Your face starts looking calmer, leaner, more like you on your best day.

 

Even the lighter stuff—stretching, resistance bands—that helps more than people think. Loosens up tension in your jaw, your forehead, your neck. You’d be surprised how much we carry stress in our face. When that relaxes, you look younger, softer, more approachable.

 

And here’s the real part: people can tell when somebody is taking care of themselves. Clearer skin, better posture, more energy, brighter eyes. All those little things add up, and folks read that as “he looks good.” It’s not just about muscles—it’s about health showing through.

 

Now I’m not saying exercise is gonna magically change your bone structure or turn you into somebody else. That’s not real. But it will change how everything you already have shows up—less puffiness, better skin, more definition, more presence.

 

It’s like two trees. One gets water, sunlight, care. The other doesn’t. The apples didn’t get worked on directly—but one tree is still gonna produce better-looking fruit.

 

That’s all I’m saying. Take care of the whole system, and your face comes along with it.

 

I’m not coming at you sideways—I just want you feeling good, looking how you deserve to look, and sticking around healthy for a long time. We not 25 no more, you know? We gotta be a little more intentional now.

 

If you want, we can even start something light together. Nothing crazy. Just consistency.

 

💓bless you,
 
 


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Friday, May 15, 2026

NubianNewYorkers - May 2026 Man-Candy - Nice guys for your eyes!

 

 May 19, 1925: Malcolm X was born in Omaha, Nebraska. He became one of the most influential Black political thinkers of the 20th century.




 May 17, 1954: The U.S. Supreme Court issued the landmark Brown v. Board of Education ruling, declaring school segregation unconstitutional.





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 May 2, 1963: Thousands of Black children marched in Birmingham, Alabama during the Children's Crusade, a turning point in the Civil Rights Movement.
 
 
 
 
 

May 20, 1971: Don Cornelius launched the first nationally syndicated episode of Soul Train, revolutionizing Black music and dance culture.




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May 21, 1979: Former San Francisco supervisor Harvey Milk’s killer received a controversial light sentence, sparking the White Night Riots.




May 1970: The first known Gay Liberation march in New York City after Stonewall was organized in preparation for what became Pride marches nationwide.
 

May 25 is celebrated as Africa Day, marking the founding of the Organization of African Unity in 1963, the predecessor to today’s African Union.
 
 





 

As we enjoy the rest of May and look forward to June and summer, remember to celebrate yourself—your smile, your love, and your strength. 

As Maya Angelou said, “You are more powerful than you know.”

Keep shining, keep laughing, and keep living your truth. 

Dance like nobody is watching… even if someone is, they’ll smile because of your joy. 

Wishing you a happy rest of the month and an amazing summer! 🌈☀️

 

 

 



 

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