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Woman Brings Discrimination Claim against Florida Gay Men's Resort

By Kilian Melloy | May 3, 2023

A woman who says she was denied a room at a Florida gay men's resort has lodged a discrimination complaint, but the clothing-optional resort says female guests are welcome.

Hollywood Writers, Slamming 'Gig Economy,' to Go on Strike

Hollywood Writers, Slamming 'Gig Economy,' to Go on Strike

By Jake Coyle | May 2, 2023

Television and movie writers declared late Monday that they will launch a strike for the first time in 15 years, as Hollywood girded for a walkout with potentially widespread ramifications in a fight over fair pay in the streaming era.

Barbie Unveils Anna May Wong Doll for AAPI Heritage Month

Barbie Unveils Anna May Wong Doll for AAPI Heritage Month

By Terry Tang | May 2, 2023

Six months after she was immortalized with a U.S. quarter, Asian American Hollywood trailblazer Anna May Wong has received another accolade affirming her icon status — her own Barbie.

DeSantis Board Approves Suing Disney in Latest Tug-of-War

DeSantis Board Approves Suing Disney in Latest Tug-of-War

By Mike Scheider | May 1, 2023

After Disney sued Florida's governor in federal court for what it described as retaliation for opposing the state's "Don't Say Gay" bill, members of Disney World's governing board authorized a lawsuit against the entertainment giant.

DIY Trans Care Evades Barriers in Missouri, Other States

DIY Trans Care Evades Barriers in Missouri, Other States

Apr 30, 2023

With her insurance about to run out and Republicans in her home state of Missouri ramping up rhetoric against gender-affirming health care, Erin Stille nervously visited a foreign pharmaceutical site as a "last resort".

What's Behind Shortages of Adderall, Ozempic and Other Meds?

What's Behind Shortages of Adderall, Ozempic and Other Meds?

By Tom Murphy | Apr 30, 2023

Shortages of drugs like Adderall are growing in the United States, and experts see no clear path to resolving them. For patients, that can mean treatment delays, medication switches and other hassles filling a prescription.

Conflict over Transgender Rights Simmers Across the US

Conflict over Transgender Rights Simmers Across the US

By Geoff Mulvihill | Apr 29, 2023

As transgender people have increasingly gained acceptance and visibility, conservative lawmakers have zeroed in on restricting their rights.

Report Shows 1 in 4 High School Students Identify as LGBTQ

By Emell Adolphus | Apr 28, 2023

The LGBTQ community is growing, according to a new report released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Hawaii Rep Shouts Out 'RuPaul's Drag Race' Sasha Colby

By Emell Adolphus | Apr 28, 2023

On Wednesday, Rep. Jill Tokuda (D-Hawaii) took a moment on the House floor Wednesday to honor Sasha Colby's recent win and Hawaiian heritage.

Watch: Dylan Mulvaney Pushes Back on Partnership Backlash

Watch: Dylan Mulvaney Pushes Back on Partnership Backlash

Apr 28, 2023

Dylan Mulvaney has returned to social media to address the Bud Light controversy.

School Superintendent Who Criticized DeSantis Could Lose Job

School Superintendent Who Criticized DeSantis Could Lose Job

By Terry Spencer | Apr 28, 2023

Florida officials are threatening to revoke the teaching license of a school superintendent who criticized Gov. Ron DeSantis, accusing him of violating statutes and DeSantis directives and allowing his "personal political views" to guide his leadership.

Teen Accused in Death of Transgender Woman from Documentary

Teen Accused in Death of Transgender Woman from Documentary

Apr 28, 2023

A 17-year-old is in custody in connection with the shooting death earlier this month of Koko Da Doll, an Atlanta woman who gained notice in a documentary about transgender Black women and the dangers they face, police said Thursday.

Adult Gay Star Kyle Ross Dies in Auto Accident

Adult Gay Star Kyle Ross Dies in Auto Accident

Apr 27, 2023

The website Str8UpGayPorn is reporting that gay adult film star Kyle Ross has died following a tragic car accident last weekend. He was just 29 years old.

Gay Billionaire and Republican Megadonor Peter Thiel Is Staying Out of the 2024 Election

By Emell Adolphus | Apr 27, 2023

Tech billionaire and Republican megadonor Peter Thiel is reportedly unhappy with the Republican Party's focus on cultural issues such as abortion restriction and anti-transgender legislation.

Washington, Minnesota Become Trans Refuges, Shield Abortions

Washington, Minnesota Become Trans Refuges, Shield Abortions

By Lisa Baumann and Steve Karnowski | Apr 27, 2023

Democratic governors in Washington state and Minnesota on Thursday signed into law legal protections for people who travel to those states seeking reproductive and gender-affirming procedures and treatment.

Indiana Bill Could Make Book Banning in Schools Easier

Indiana Bill Could Make Book Banning in Schools Easier

By Arleigh Rodgers | Apr 27, 2023

Indiana lawmakers on Thursday gave their final approval to a bill that could make it easier to ban books from public school libraries.

Kansas Legislators Impose Sweeping Anti-Trans Bathroom Law

By John Hanna | Apr 27, 2023

Republican legislators in Kansas have enacted what may be the most sweeping transgender bathroom law in the U.S. on Thursday, overriding the Democratic governor's veto of the measure without having a clear idea of how their new law will be enforced.

Pandemic Sent High School Sex to New Low, Survey Finds

Pandemic Sent High School Sex to New Low, Survey Finds

By Mike Stobbe | Apr 27, 2023

The first years of the pandemic saw a huge decline in high school students having sex, according to a government survey.

Top Reasons Why Sports Betting Is Popular

Apr 27, 2023

With the rise of the internet, online sports betting eliminated the need for sports and bettors to go to Las Vegas to catch a piece of the action.

Online Betting Gives You an Edge Over Traditional Bookmakers

Apr 27, 2023

With the arrival of innovative technology, online sports betting has become a game-changer. Not only does it offer convenience, but it also gives bettors an edge over traditional bookmakers.

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