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Agreement Could Free Robert Indiana's Estate from Lawsuit
A New York-based copyright holder that sued the late artist Robert Indiana a day before his death has reached a settlement with his estate and the foundation set up to transform the artist's home into museum.
NZ Drag Artist Says He and Partner Attacked by Mob of 5, Left in 'Pool of Blood'
A New Zealand drag performer took to Facebook to describe a harrowing attack in which he said five men viciously beat him and his partner as they were out celebrating Auckland Pride Month.
In California, Caregivers of People With Disabilities Are Being Turned Away at COVID Vaccine Sites
In California, confusion and botched communication has caused some eligible parents and family caregivers of people with disabilities to be turned away at covid vaccination sites.
Michigan Native, Husband Give ACLU $15M for LGBTQ Rights
The American Civil Liberties Union has named a project addressing LGBTQ and HIV issues after a Michigan native and his husband, officials announced Thursday.
Indianapolis Man Used Grindr to Rob, Murder Gay Man
An amateur porn star and rapper from Indianapolis is facing charges for the armed robbery of one man and the murder of another that he met on Grindr.
House Passes Sweeping Voting Rights Bill Over GOP Opposition
House Democrats passed sweeping voting and ethics legislation over unanimous Republican opposition, advancing to the Senate what would be the largest overhaul of the U.S. election law in at least a generation.
In Latest Test Flight, SpaceX Starship Explodes on Impact
SpaceX's futuristic Starship looked like it aced a touchdown Wednesday, but then exploded on the landing pad with so much force that it was hurled into the air.
Scientists Urge NASA to Rename James Webb Telescope Because of Namesake's Homophobic Legacy
NASA is facing a new call to change the name of the James Webb telescope because of its namesake's homophobic legacy.
Cuomo Addresses Harassment Claims, Vows to Stay in Office
Besieged by sexual harassment allegations, a somber New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo apologized Wednesday, saying he "learned an important lesson" about his own behavior around women, but he said he intended to remain in office.
Biden Stands by May Timeline for Vaccines for All US Adults
President Joe Biden said the U.S. expects to take delivery of enough coronavirus vaccine for all adults by the end of May — two months earlier than anticipated.
President Biden's Plan To Change Credit Reporting And Scoring
If President Biden has his way, he will create a public credit reporting agency (CRA) to compete with the three major credit bureaus and maybe one day replace them altogether.
Chasten Buttigeig Shares Homophobic Workplace Story; Twitter Responds
Chasten Buttigieg took his support for the Equality Act to Twitter, where he shared a story of a homophobic workplace experience, and Twitter users shared their own harrowing stories, in turn.
Attorneys Say Joe Exotic of 'Tiger King' Wants New Trial
Joe Exotic of "Tiger King" fame has found new attorneys who say they plan to file a motion for a new trial in a matter of months.
What's in a Name for a Vaccine Campaign? Maybe the End of the Pandemic
How is the U.S. government encouraging people to get vaccinated? One researcher says an important part of a successful vaccine campaign is in the name.
California Clinics: More Vaccines Going to Rich Than At-Risk
Officials at California community health centers that are considered the backbone of the safety net for the poor in the U.S. say they are not receiving enough doses for their patients — the very at-risk residents the state needs to vaccinate.
Keeping Clean Could Be Deadly: Briotech's Solution to Pandemic-Era Disinfection
Briotech, a global leader in HOCl technology and manufacturing, has created a multi-use product line with game-changing technologies in health and disinfection.
4 Things To Watch As Congress Finalizes Next Stimulus Package
President Joe Biden's $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan Act is inching its way toward coming to life. However, what ends up in the final bill will likely differ from what was originally proposed.
Federal Judge Tosses Trans Beauty Queen's Suit Against Miss United States of America
A federal judge in Oregon dismissed a lawsuit alleging discrimination, but the plaintiff, transgender beauty queen, says her suit was a success in raising awareness.
United Methodist Conservatives Detail Plans for a Breakaway
Conservative leaders within the United Methodist Church unveiled plans Monday to form a new denomination, the Global Methodist Church, with a doctrine that does not recognize same-sex marriage.
Comic-Con to Remain Virtual in 2021, Cites Financial Strain
San Diego Comic-Con will remain virtual for the July event, but organizers are planning for a smaller-scale gathering later this year.