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Space Accidents: NTSB, FAA Agree on Leading Investigations
Two federal agencies agreed Friday which one will lead investigations of accidents in the nascent commercial space business that includes launching tourists far above the Earth.
Computer Experts Urge Georgia to Replace Voting Machines
Computer and election security experts urged Georgia election officials to replace the state's touchscreen voting machines, citing "serious threats" posed by an apparent breach of voting equipment.
GOP Senator Ron Johnson Flip-Flops on Marriage Support
Republican Sen. Ron Johnson of Wisconsin did a 180 on his stance toward the Respect for Marriage Act. He had stated support in July, but he now says he "would not support it in its current state."
US May Expand Monkeypox Vaccine Eligibility to Men with HIV
U.S. officials are considering broadening recommendations for who gets vaccinated against monkeypox, possibly to include many men with HIV or those recently diagnosed with other sexually transmitted diseases.
As Housing Market Cools, Homebuyers Regain Leverage
Years of soaring home prices and sharply higher mortgage rates remain hurdles for many would-be homebuyers, but new data shows that they're regaining some leverage at the negotiating table.
Florida School Board Votes Down Recognizing LGBTQ+ Month
The Miami-Dade School Board overwhelming decided against recognizing October as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer History month which included a measure to teach 12th graders about two Supreme Court cases affecting the LGBTQ community.
Federal Lawsuit Challenges Oklahoma Anti-Trans Bathroom Law
Civil rights groups filed a federal lawsuit on behalf of three transgender Oklahoma schoolchildren, arguing the state's new law requiring students use only the bathroom of the sex listed on their birth certificate is unconstitutional.
Ricky Martin Sues Nephew, Alleges Million-Dollar Losses
Puerto Rican superstar Ricky Martin filed a lawsuit Wednesday against his nephew that accused him of extortion, malicious persecution, abuse of law and damages — stemming from false allegations of sexual abuse.
Transgender Beneficiaries Sue Florida over Medicaid Limit
The lawsuit filed in federal court in Tallahassee says the rule change will have dire emotional, physical and psychological consequences for transgender Medicaid beneficiaries in Florida if it's allowed to stand.
Watch: Police Investigate Torching of Church's Trans Flag as a Hate Crime
Police in Brookline, Massachusetts, are investigating as a hate crime the middle-of-the-night arson attack that destroyed a church's transgender flag.
Senate to Vote on Same-sex Marriage in Coming Weeks
Majority Leader Chuck Schumer vowed Wednesday that the Senate will vote on legislation to protect same-sex marriage "in the coming weeks" as a bipartisan group backing the bill negotiates.
Judge Rules Against Required Coverage of HIV Prevention Drug
A federal judge ruled Wednesday that required coverage of an HIV prevention drug under the Affordable Care Act violates a Texas employer's religious beliefs.
Apple Maintains Prices on New iPhones Despite Inflation
Apple's latest line-up of iPhones will boast better cameras, faster processors, and a longer lasting battery — all at the same prices as last year's models, despite inflationary pressure.
Detroit Man Charged in Shooting Death of Trans Woman Dede Ricks in Detroit
Authorities in Detroit have charged a suspect in the shooting death of a transgender woman — the second murder of a trans woman in the city in a month.
5 Tips to Make the Search for a New Apartment Easier
Finding a new place can be challenging, and skyrocketing rents have made it especially hard this year. But there are things you can do to make the process easier.
Rents are Starting to Come Down, but the Trend May Not Hold
Rents are starting to come down after spiking to record levels this past summer, but experts are uncertain if the slowdown will continue.
Video Fills in Details on Alleged Ga. Election System Breach
Security video from an elections office about 200 miles (320 kilometers) southeast of Atlanta offers a glimpse of the lengths Trump's allies went in service of his fraudulent election claims.
Irish Watchdog Fines Instagram 405M Euros in Teen Data Case
Irish regulators are slapping Instagram with a big fine after an investigation found the social media platform mishandled teenagers' personal information in violation of strict European Union rules.
Some States Could Tax Biden's Student Loan Debt Relief
President Joe Biden's student loan forgiveness plan could lift crushing debt burdens from millions of borrowers, but the tax man may demand a cut of the relief in some states.
2nd Web-Hosting Provider Drops Harassment Site Known for Persecuting Trans People
The site, created and operated by Joshua Conner Moon, 29, has been a rallying point for the vicious harassment and doxxing of transgender people, feminists and people of color.