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Buy Now, Pay Later isn't Bad — but be Careful
You now have a variety of ways to divide up the cost of large purchases. BNPL is still a form of debt, though; here are some ways to use BNPL thoughtfully.
Film, TV Workers Union Says Strike to Start Next Week
The union representing film and television crews says its 60,000 members will begin a nationwide strike on Monday if it does not reach a deal that satisfies demands for fair and safe working conditions.
Demi Lovato Says 'Aliens' is 'Derogatory' Word to Call Extraterrestrials
Demi Lovato says extraterrestrials shouldn't be called "aliens" in an interview with CNN.
Lego to Remove Gender Stereotypes from Toys
Lego announces plans to remove gender stereotypes from its toys.
The end of Student Loan Forbearance Will be Tougher on Women
Before the pandemic, wage disparities already made it tougher for women to pay off student loans. After a second year of increased caregiving duties, women now also face student loan repayments.
Australia Plans Lunar Rover to Help NASA Find Oxygen on Moon
Australia has agreed to build a 20-kilogram (44-pound) semi-autonomous lunar rover for NASA to take to the moon as early as 2026 in search of oxygen.
Feds OK Colorado Plan to Cover Gender-Affirming Care
Colorado will include gender confirmation care in its individual and small group health insurance plans, state and federal officials announced Tuesday.
Capt. Kirk's William Shatner on Cusp of Blasting into Space
Actor William Shatner counted down Wednesday to his wildest role yet: riding a rocket into space, courtesy of "Star Trek" fan Jeff Bezos.
Millennial Money: Save for Holidays Now, Skip Regret Later
Factoring holiday expenses into your budget all year long is effective for avoiding debt, but it's not always feasible with a limited budget or unforeseen expenses.
BTS Suits, Dolly Parton Dress to be Sold at Charity Auction
The custom suits BTS wore for their Grammy Awards performance earlier this year are among the items that will be sold at a charity auction.
Netflix Backs Chappelle Despite Criticism Over Trans Remarks
A top Netflix executive said Dave Chappelle's special "The Closer" doesn't cross "the line on hate" and will remain on the streaming service despite fallout over the comedian's remarks about the transgender community.
California Makes it Illegal to Remove Condom without Consent
California became the first state to prohibit "stealthing," or removing a condom without permission during intercourse, after Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill into law Thursday.
Filmmaker Ry Russo-Young Talks 'Nuclear Family,' Her Personal Doc Streaming on HBO Max
Filmmaker Ry Russo-Young revisits growing up with her two moms and the legal battle for visitation rights from her sperm donor father.
Watch: Gay Student Bullied, Ally Suspended, 100+ Students Walk Out
When openly gay Missouri high school student Danny Lillis and an ally were suspended following months of bullying, more than one hundred of his schoolmates walked out in protest.
Advocates, Lawmakers Push Hospitals To Help More With Bills
Swamped with medical bills? The hospital that treated you may be able to help.
Small Businesses Navigate Ever-Changing Covid-19 Reality
For a brief moment this summer, it seemed like small businesses might be getting a break from the relentless onslaught of the pandemic
California Law Requires Gender-Neutral Area in Some Stores
California became the first state to say large department stores must display products like toys in gender-neutral ways, a win for LGBT advocates who say pink and blue hues of marketing methods pressure children to conform to gender stereotypes.
Senators Seek Mental Health Guidelines For Trans Youth
Democratic senators sent a letter to leaders at the HHS calling for an establishment of "best practices" guidelines with respect to the health of transgender and gender-nonconforming youth.
Biden is First President to Mark Indigenous Peoples' Day
President Joe Biden issued the first-ever presidential proclamation of Indigenous Peoples' Day, lending the most significant boost yet to efforts to refocus the federal holiday celebrating Christopher Columbus toward an appreciation of native peoples.
Americans Agree Misinformation is a Problem, Poll Shows
Nearly all Americans agree that the rampant spread of misinformation is a problem.