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Israel's Virus Surveillance Tool Tests Its Democratic Norms
In the early days of the pandemic, a panicked Israel began using a mass surveillance tool on its civilians. Critics now say its use has come at an immeasurable cost to the country's democratic principles.
Not Real News: A Look at What Didn't Happen This Week
None of these are legit, even though they were shared widely on social media. The Associated Press checked them out. Here are the facts.
Final Goodbye: Recalling Influential People Who Died in 2020
In a year defined by a devastating pandemic, the world lost iconic defenders of civil rights, great athletes and entertainers who helped define their genres.
Court: NC Domestic Violence Order Rule Harms LGBT People
State law laying out how domestic violence protection orders are issued violate both the North Carolina and U.S. constitutions by treating LGBT people differently, a state appeals court panel ruled.
Andrew Sullivan Worries Lesbians are Going Extinct
Could lesbians - like gingers - be headed toward extinction? Out conservative commentator Andrew Sullivan seems to think so.
Some COVID-19 Patients Experiencing Psychosis, According to Doctors
Doctors in the U.S. and abroad are reporting that a noteworthy number of COVID-19 patients have experienced psychotic symptoms.
'Gilligan's Island' Star Dawn Wells Dies, COVID-19 Cited
Dawn Wells, who played the wholesome Mary Ann among a misfit band of shipwrecked castaways on the 1960s sitcom "Gilligan's Island," died Wednesday of causes related to COVID-19, her publicist said. She was 82.
Senator Mike Lee Attacks Trans Kids Who Play Sports
Senator Mike Lee (R-Utah) has baselessly claimed that transgender children who play sports pose a "deliberate, sadistic effort" to "harm girls."
Fashion Designer Alexander Wang Accused of Sexual Assault
A growing list of models has gone public, accusing A-list fashion designer Alexander Wang of sexual assault.
Watch: In Heartwarming Video, Gay Grandson Comes Out, Finds Love
A young man who came out to his grandparents found instant love and acceptance, and decided to share the inspiring moment in a heartwarming video.
Watch: Trans Woman of Color Eshay Key Killed Christmas Day
Courtney Key, 25, is the latest victim in a year that has seen more lethal anti-trans violence than any on record. Her family is demanding to know of her shooting death on Christmas Day was a hate crime.
Trans Masculine Man Gives Birth, Sharing Journey Through Social Media
Danny Wakefield, who identifies as trans masculine, recently gave birth to his first child.
Instagram Deletes Real Gay Influencers' Account for Being Unreal
A Seattle couple got a rude surprise from Instagram right before the holiday when they woke one morning and found their popular joint account deleted.
Mormon Doc Strips Off Temple Undergarments and Finds His Authentic Self
Dr. Jake Jacob posted a moving Instagram about how he left the Mormon Church and found his authentic self by stripping off his Temple Undergarments.
Franklin Graham Calls for 'God's Army' to Stop Equality Act
Evangelical leader and avid Trump supporter Franklin Graham has issued an apocalyptic call to arms; as usual, he's warning his followers about LGBTQ people and claiming religious liberty is about to disappear.
After a Year Like This, Expect a Strange New Year's Eve
If ever a year's end seemed like cause for celebration, 2020 might be it.
Petula Clark Shocked that 'Downtown' Played Before Bombing
Singer Petula Clark expressed shock and disbelief that her 1964 hit "Downtown" was aired just minutes before a bomb detonated in Nashville on Christmas morning.
Save the Date for a #SaveSFNews Event
Join editors and publishers from the city's leading independent news outlets for a discussion about why their work is essential.
New Report on LGBTQ Experience in Georgia Details Health Equity Disparities
A new report reveals LGBTQ health disparities among those surveyed, including alarming mental health statistics for Georgia's transgender community.
Famed French Fashion Designer Pierre Cardin Dies at 98
France's Academy of Fine Arts says Pierre Cardin, the French designer whose Space Age style was among the iconic looks of 20th-century fashion, has died at 98.