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Gay Afghan Student 'Murdered by Taliban' As Violence Rises Against LGBTQ+ People

By Emell Adolphus | Oct 20, 2022

Aspiring medical student Hamed Sabouri was reportedly abducted, tortured and murdered after being stopped at a traffic checkpoint.

Teen: Arkansas Trans Care Law Could Force Him to Uproot Life

Teen: Arkansas Trans Care Law Could Force Him to Uproot Life

By Andrew DeMillo | Oct 20, 2022

Testifying at the nation's first trial over a state ban on gender affirming care for children, teen Dylan Brandt said his life has been transformed by the hormone therapy he's receiving and banning the treatment in Arkansas could force his family to leave

Social Security Now Allows Individuals to Self-Select Gender

Social Security Now Allows Individuals to Self-Select Gender

By Fatima Hussein | Oct 20, 2022

Individuals will be allowed to make sure that their records with the Social Security Administration align with their gender identity under a plan announced Wednesday.

Death Sentence Upheld for Killer with Gender Dysphoria Claim

Death Sentence Upheld for Killer with Gender Dysphoria Claim

By Andrew Welsh-Huggins | Oct 20, 2022

The Ohio Supreme Court upheld the death sentence Wednesday for an inmate who argued her attorneys didn't properly raise in her defense trauma she experienced, including gender dysphoria.

Mysterious Breeding Habits of Aquarium Fish Vex Experts

By Victoria Milko and Marshall Ritzel | Oct 20, 2022

Experts tinker over water temperature and try various mixes of microscopic food particles in hopes of happening upon the particular set of conditions that will inspire ornamental fish to breed.

Connecticut Gay Bar Owners Demand Assault Incident Be Treated as 'Hate Crime'

By Emell Adolphus | Oct 19, 2022

The police investigating the incident however say there is no evidence to suggest a "hate crime" and believe the incident is isolated.

Some Risks Too Big: Insurers Withdraw from Fossil Projects

Oct 19, 2022

Insurance companies that have long said they'll cover anything, at the right price, are increasingly ruling out fossil fuel projects because of climate change — to cheers from environmental campaigners.

USDA Announces $1 Billion Debt Relief for 36,000 Farmers

By David Pitt | Oct 19, 2022

The federal government announced Tuesday a program that will provide $1.3 billion in debt relief for about 36,000 farmers who have fallen behind on loan payments or face foreclosure.

Kevin Spacey Finishes Testimony at NY Civil Sex Abuse Trial

By Larry Neumeister | Oct 19, 2022

Kevin Spacey remained composed Tuesday at a civil trial, repeatedly rejecting suggestions that he wasn't telling the truth when he denied an actor's claims of having made sexual advances.

Student Loan Forgiveness Application Website Goes Live

By Collin Binkley and Seung Min Kim | Oct 18, 2022

President Joe Biden on Monday officially kicked off the application process for his student debt cancellation program and announced that 8 million borrowers had already applied for loan relief.

Kanye West to Buy Conservative Social Media Platform Parler

By Michelle Chapman and Barbara Ortutay | Oct 18, 2022

The rapper formerly known as Kanye West is offering to buy right-wing friendly social network Parler shortly after getting locked out of Twitter and Instagram for antisemitic posts.

Watch: Fracas Outside Minneapolis Gay Bar Captured in Viral Tweet

Watch: Fracas Outside Minneapolis Gay Bar Captured in Viral Tweet

Oct 17, 2022

A fight broke out outside a Minneapolis gay bar on Saturday night that was captured on video and posted to social media in a tweet that has gone viral.

From Witness Stand, Kevin Spacey Denies Sex Abuse Claims

From Witness Stand, Kevin Spacey Denies Sex Abuse Claims

By Tom Hays and Larry Neumeister | Oct 17, 2022

Kevin Spacey testified in a New York courtroom Monday that he never made a sexual pass at the actor Anthony Rapp, who has sued, claiming the Academy Award-winning actor tried to take him to bed when he was 14.

Bitcoin's Future in Personal Finances

Oct 17, 2022

Today, Bitcoin is serving millions of people across the world. What does the future look like for Bitcoin regarding personal finances?

Can You Achieve a Bitcoin Lifestyle?

Oct 17, 2022

Even if you don't have any experience in Bitcoin investment, you can still find help through the various available Bitcoin trading platforms.

Understanding Bitcoin in the Modern Financial Ecosystem

Oct 17, 2022

Bitcoin has surpassed anyone's imagination regarding growth and popularity. Today, significant amounts of money have moved from the traditional financial system to Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.

How Bitcoin Technology Can Protect the World's Economy

Oct 17, 2022

Bitcoin is now part of the global economy — and Bitcoin's blockchain technology provides a decentralized and shared ledger, reducing the chances of irregular and illegal activities.

'Flash' Actor Ezra Miller Pleads Not Guilty to Liquor Theft

'Flash' Actor Ezra Miller Pleads Not Guilty to Liquor Theft

Oct 17, 2022

Ezra Miller pleaded not guilty Monday to stealing bottles of liquor from a neighbor's home, one of a string of arrests and reports of erratic behavior by the "Flash" actor that stretch from Hawaii to Vermont.

Musk Has a 'Super App' Plan for Twitter. It's Super Vague

By Barbara Ortutay | Oct 17, 2022

The Tesla and SpaceX CEO has expressed interest in creating his own version of China's WeChat — a "super app" that does video chats, messaging, streaming and payments.

Landmark Trial Begins over Arkansas' Ban on Trans Youth Care

By Andrew DeMillo | Oct 17, 2022

The nation's first trial over a state's ban on gender-confirming care for children begins in Arkansas this week, the latest fight over restrictions on transgender youth championed by Republican leaders.

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