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Snap, Crackle, Fake: Right Wingers Swallow 'Transgender' Claims about Rice Krispies Mascot
Gullible anti-LGBTQ+ right-wingers with a taste for fake news gobbled up baseless claims that one of the three cartoon characters associated with Rice Krispies has been recast as a trans woman.
Despite Progress, 'Gay And Trans Panic' Defense Continues To Victimize LGBTQ People
While LGBTQ rights have been on the rise in Western nations, one disturbing trend is the ongoing use of "gay and trans panic" as a defense in capital crimes.
After Texas Shooting, Schools Around U.S. Boost Security
In the aftermath of the elementary school massacre in Uvalde, Texas, schools around the U.S. have brought in additional security staff and restricted visitors as they deal with a new rash of copycat threats.
Christian Nationalism on the Rise in Some GOP Campaigns
Christian nationalism conflates American identity with the religious tradition, and overlaps with the conservative Christian political agenda— including opposition to same-sex marriage and transgender rights.
Watch: Florida High School Student on Mentioning Gay Rights in Graduation Speech
After he says he was threatened with censorship by his school, senior Zander Moricz discussed how he creatively talked about gay rights in his graduation speech.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom Tests Positive for COVID-19
California Gov. Gavin Newsom tested positive for COVID-19 on Saturday, a day after a high-profile meeting with the visiting prime minister of New Zealand.
From Mickey to the MCU and 'Star Wars,' Disney Offers Pride-Themed Merch
Unbowed by the punitive actions of anti-LGBTQ+ Florida lawmakers, Disney has introduced a Pride-themed line of merchandise that spans the Magic Kingdom's entertainment empire.
Watch: Drag Queen Crowned Prom King at Indiana High School
An Indiana high school class crowned a student in drag as prom king, and the results couldn't have been more fierce.
Report: Poppers Now Popular on the Straight Party Scene
According to The New York Times, poppers — long used by gay men — are growing increasingly popular in the straight party scene.
Robotic Buoys Developed to Keep Atlantic Right Whales Safe
A Cape Cod science center and one of the world's largest shipping businesses are collaborating on a project to use robotic buoys to protect a vanishing whale from lethal collisions with ships.
NRA Speakers Distort Gun and Crime Statistics
Speakers at the NRA annual meeting assailed a Chicago gun ban that doesn't exist and roundly distorted national gun and crime statistics.
Aguilera, Hanks, De Niro and More Light Up Cannes amfAR Gala
Robert De Niro was the honored guest at the 28th annual amfAR Gala Cannes, where one lucky guest won an auction to have lunch with the actor and a piece of his family history.
Depeche Mode Founding Keyboardist Andy Fletcher Dies at 60
Andy "Fletch" Fletcher, the unassuming, bespectacled, red-headed keyboardist who for more than 40 years added his synth sounds to Depeche Mode hits like "Just Can't Get Enough" and "Personal Jesus," has died at age 60.
Shooter Warning Signs Get Lost in Sea of Social Media Posts
The warning signs were there for anyone to stumble upon, days before the 18-year-old gunman entered a Texas elementary school and slaughtered 19 children and two teachers.
Ray Liotta, 'Goodfellas' and 'Field of Dreams' Star, Dies
Ray Liotta, the actor best known for playing mobster Henry Hill in "Goodfellas" and baseball player Shoeless Joe Jackson in "Field of Dreams," has died. He was 67.
Oklahoma Governor Signs Transgender Bathroom Bill
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt has signed a bill requiring public school students to use only the bathroom of the sex listed on their birth certificate.
Kevin Spacey Charged in UK with 4 Counts of Sexual Assault
British prosecutors said Thursday they have charged actor Kevin Spacey with four counts of sexual assault against three men.
Why Are Online Casinos Not Just Entertainment?
Have doubt about online casinos? That's understandable. But here are some positive things about online gaming to take into consideration.
Reality TV's Josh Duggar Gets 12 Years in Child Porn Case
Former reality TV star Josh Duggar was sentenced Wednesday to about 12 1/2 years in prison after he was convicted of receiving child pornography.
Millennial Money: How to Tell When Money Advice is Bad
There are a lot of people out there who want to tell you what to do with your money. The problem is only some of them know what they're talking about.