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Watch: Attacker Strikes Gay Man, Hurls Anti-LGTBQ Slurs

By Kilian Melloy | Apr 29, 2021

A security camera caught the moment when a man entering a CVS in the vicinity of Penn Station in New York City was suddenly attacked by an assailant who punched him while hurling anti-gay slurs.

10 Tax Benefits Of Owning A Home

By Amy Fontinelle | Apr 29, 2021

Does Uncle Sam want you to own a home? Not necessarily, but the real estate industry does, and its members lobby politicians hard to create and maintain tax benefits for homeownership.

Biden's Declaration: America's Democracy 'is Rising Anew'

By Jonathan Lemire and Josh Boak | Apr 29, 2021

President Joe Biden declared that "America is rising anew" as he called for an expansion of federal programs to drive the economy past the coronavirus pandemic and broadly extend the social safety net on a scale not seen in decades.

FAA Aims to Fine Unruly Passengers Up To $31,750

Apr 29, 2021

The Federal Aviation Administration said Tuesday that it is seeking fines of up to $31,750 for three more passengers who allegedly disrupted flights by disobeying or interfering with flight attendants.

How Long Does Protection From COVID Vaccines Last?

By Candice Choi | Apr 29, 2021

"We only have information for as long as the vaccines have been studied," said Deborah Fuller, a vaccine researcher at the University of Washington.

Watch: Elliot Page Sits Down with Oprah to Discuss Personal Journey and Trans Rights

Apr 28, 2021

Elliot Page came out as trans in December. In March he was on the cover of Time. This Friday he speaks with Oprah about his journey and the tentative state of trans rights in the U.S.

American Medical Association to Governors: Let Trans Kids Get the Care They Need

By Kilian Melloy | Apr 28, 2021

The American Medical Association addressed the nation's governors in an open letter that denounces state-level legal attempts to block and even criminalize gender-affirming treatment for trans minors.

5 Reverse Mortgage Pros And Cons

By Casey Bond | Apr 28, 2021

Reverse mortgages can sound pretty appealing, especially if most of your net worth is tied up in your home. But there are some definite downsides, too.

GOP Mayoral Candidate, Facing Child Abuse Charges, Blasts LGBTQ Community on Social Media

By Kilian Melloy | Apr 28, 2021

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania's lone GOP mayoral candidate took to Facebook with claims that LGBTQ people would be straight or cisgender if not for childhood abuse - but he himself faces child abuse charges.

New Outdoor Mask Guidance Echoes What Many Americans Already Do

By Carla K. Johnson, Josh Funk, Mike Stobbe | Apr 28, 2021

The decision marked the U.S. government's latest step toward normalcy, but came as much of the country already had moved on from mask rules. The CDC essentially endorsed what many Americans have already been doing.

Where's Caitlyn? So Far, Jenner's Campaign is Virtual

Apr 28, 2021

In her five days as a Republican candidate for California governor, Caitlyn Jenner has been everywhere online but she hasn't spoken a word in public.

Yeshiva University Students Seek Approval of LGBTQ Student Group

By Brendan Walker | Apr 27, 2021

Following several previous attempts to get an LGBTQ student club affiliated with the college, students and alumni from Yeshiva University have taken the issue to the New York County Supreme Court.

Franklin Graham Joins Campaign Against Pride Flags Being Flown at Embassies

Apr 27, 2021

Franklin Graham joined fellow conservative Newt Gingrich in opposing the Pride flag being flown at U.S. embassies.

NJ Educator Apologizes for Throwing Beer at People Filming Wife's Transphobic Rant

By Wayne Parry | Apr 27, 2021

The vice principal of a New Jersey school apologized Tuesday for tossing beer at a table of outdoor restaurant patrons who had been filming his wife complaining about a transgender woman using the women's restroom.

No Big Backlash for States Passing Anti-Transgender Laws

By David Crary | Apr 27, 2021

Five states have passed laws or implemented executive orders this year limiting the ability of transgender youths to play sports or receive certain medical treatment but, despite an outcry, little in the way of tangible repercussions for those states.

More than 400 Businesses Back LGBTQ Rights Act

By Dee-Ann Durbin | Apr 27, 2021

More than 400 companies - including Tesla, Pfizer, Delta Air Lines and Amazon - have signed on to support civil rights legislation for LGBTQ people that is moving through Congress, advocates said Tuesday.

6 Tips For Living Your Budget, Not Just Planning It

By Rebecca Lake | Apr 27, 2021

It's relatively easy to create a budget; the difficult part is adhering to the plan, day in and day out.

Kathy Griffin Helps Make (Now Former) CEO 'Online Famous' after He Harasses Gay Prom Couple

By Kilian Melloy | Apr 27, 2021

The (now former) CEO of a telemedicine company has become "online famous" after video of him harassing a gay teenager went viral - and Kathy Griffin helped boost his notoriety.

Judge Tosses Lawsuit of Man Who Alleged Jackson Molestation

By Andrew Dalton | Apr 27, 2021

A judge on Monday dismissed the lawsuit of a man who alleged that Michael Jackson sexually abused him as a boy.

Apple Music Launches More than 100 City-Focused Music Charts

By Mesfin Fekadu | Apr 27, 2021

Apple Music is coming to a city near you — the streaming service has launched daily music charts focused on particular cities around the world, including New York City, Tokyo and Lagos.

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