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Khabib Nurmagomedov Removed From Alaska Airlines Flight Over Exit Row Dispute

UFC Hall of Famer Khabib Nurmagomedov was removed from an Alaska Airlines flight in Las Vegas after a dispute over his seating in an exit row. The airline staff questioned his ability to assist in an emergency, a requirement for passengers in those seats. Despite being offered alternative seating and flights, Nurmagomedov refused and was subsequently escorted off the plane with his companions. The incident, filmed by a fellow passenger, occurred on January 11th, reportedly before Nurmagomedov was scheduled to support his team at a UFC event.

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UFC fighter says he’ll home-school son so he doesn’t ‘end up turning gay’

As I read the news about UFC fighter Bryce Mitchell saying he will home-school his son so he doesn’t “end up turning gay,” I couldn’t help but be taken aback by the sheer ignorance and bigotry displayed in his statements. The fact that a grown man in one of the most physically demanding and, ironically, homoerotic professions possible is terrified of his son being gay is both laughable and deeply concerning.

Mitchell’s comments reflect a profound lack of understanding about sexuality and gender identity. The idea that being gay is a choice, something that can be prevented through homeschooling or other means, is not only false but harmful.… Continue reading