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Maine Lawmaker Appeals to Supreme Court over Censure by State House for Transgender Athlete Post

Maine Lawmaker Appeals to Supreme Court over Censure by State House for Transgender Athlete Post

NATIONAL | By Lindsay Whitehurst | May 4, 2025

A Republican state lawmaker from Maine appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday after she was censured by the state House for a social media post about a transgender athlete.

Cuts Have Eliminated More Than a Dozen US Government Health-Tracking Programs

Cuts Have Eliminated More Than a Dozen US Government Health-Tracking Programs

HEALTH | By Mike Stobbe | May 4, 2025

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s motto is " Make America Healthy Again," but government cuts could make it harder to know if that's happening.

Out Australian Politician Takes to OF with a Different Kind of Content

Out Australian Politician Takes to OF with a Different Kind of Content

INTERNATIONAL | By Kilian Melloy | May 4, 2025

Even the most seasoned OnlyFans habitué might be surprised by the content openly gay Australian politician Stephen Bates is bringing to the platform.

Transgender Women Banned from Women's Cricket in England and Wales

Transgender Women Banned from Women's Cricket in England and Wales

INTERNATIONAL | May 4, 2025

Transgender women are to be banned outright from women's and girls' cricket in England and Wales.

Report: Funding for Crucial LGBTQ+ Youth Suicide Prevention Hotline Now in the Crosshairs

Report: Funding for Crucial LGBTQ+ Youth Suicide Prevention Hotline Now in the Crosshairs

NATIONAL | By Kilian Melloy | May 4, 2025

A suicide prevention hotline dedicated to helping LGBTQ+ youth find alternatives to self-harm is in danger of being defunded under a new budget plan for the Department of Health and Human Services.

Pullback Season Hits the Rainbow Merch Tables

Pullback Season Hits the Rainbow Merch Tables

NATIONAL | By Kilian Melloy | May 4, 2025

A new survey shows that corporations are backing away from supporting Pride this year, with pressure from the political right — and the White House — cited as a chief reason.

Inclusive Storybooks Headed to the Supreme Court

Inclusive Storybooks Headed to the Supreme Court

NATIONAL | By Mark Sherman | May 4, 2025

"Prince and Knight," is one of five children's books featuring LGBTQ characters and aimed at kindergarten through the fifth grade that have roiled a suburban Maryland school district and led to a Supreme Court case that the justices will hear on Thursday.

Europe Will Mark V-E Day's 80th Anniversary as Once-Unbreakable Bonds with the US Are Under Pressure

Europe Will Mark V-E Day's 80th Anniversary as Once-Unbreakable Bonds with the US Are Under Pressure

INTERNATIONAL | By Raf Casert | May 4, 2025

Commemorations and festivities are planned for the 80th anniversary across much of Europe for Victory in Europe Day, or V-E Day, one of the most momentous days on the continent in recent centuries.

They're Throwing a Straight Pride Party... in June

They're Throwing a Straight Pride Party... in June

POLITICS | May 3, 2025

An Idaho bar owner plans to counter Pride month with a Hetero Awesome Festival in Boise, Idaho in June. He hopes to turn Hetero Awesome into a national movement, and is selling t-shirts to promote it.

Could 'Conclave's' Surprise Ending Really Happen?

Could 'Conclave's' Surprise Ending Really Happen?

INTERNATIONAL | May 3, 2025

The ending of "Conclave" has largely not been reported on because of its "spoiler" nature; but with the story's relevancy, can such a turn of events happen in real life?

Trans Athletes Are Under More Scrutiny Than Ever. Some Have Found a Safe Space in Gymnastics

Trans Athletes Are Under More Scrutiny Than Ever. Some Have Found a Safe Space in Gymnastics

HEALTH | By Will Graves | May 3, 2025

The National Association of Intercollegiate Gymnastics Clubs gives trans athletes safe harbor.

The US Has More than 900 Measles Cases and 10 States Have Outbreaks. Here's What to Know

The US Has More than 900 Measles Cases and 10 States Have Outbreaks. Here's What to Know

HEALTH | May 3, 2025

One-fifth of states have active measles outbreaks as confirmed cases nationwide keep ticking up, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The 'Sacramental Shame' Many LGBTQ+ Conservative Christians Wrestle with — and How they Find Healing

The 'Sacramental Shame' Many LGBTQ+ Conservative Christians Wrestle with — and How they Find Healing

NATIONAL | May 3, 2025

When we learned that LGBTQ+ people and their allies were advocating for change in conservative churches, we wanted to hear their stories.

Eurovision Star Nemo Takes Action after UK Court Ruling on Transgender Women

Eurovision Star Nemo Takes Action after UK Court Ruling on Transgender Women

INTERNATIONAL | By Hilary Fox | May 3, 2025

Eurovision winner Nemo is standing up for transgender rights.

High Court Reinstates Enforcement of Ohio's Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Minors During Appeal

High Court Reinstates Enforcement of Ohio's Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Minors During Appeal

NATIONAL | By Julie Carr Smyth | May 3, 2025

Ohio may enforce its ban on gender-affirming care for minors while an appeal proceeds, a divided Ohio Supreme Court ruled on Tuesday. The law also bans transgender women and girls from participating in female sports.

Supreme Court Signals Support for Maryland Parents who Object to LGBTQ Books in Public Schools

Supreme Court Signals Support for Maryland Parents who Object to LGBTQ Books in Public Schools

NATIONAL | By Mark Sherman | May 3, 2025

The Supreme Court's conservative majority signaled support for the religious rights of parents in Maryland who want to remove their children from classes using storybooks with LGBTQ characters.

Watch: The 'Senate Twink' Resurfaces in Australia, Where 'The Gays Are Nice'

Watch: The 'Senate Twink' Resurfaces in Australia, Where 'The Gays Are Nice'

INTERNATIONAL | By Kilian Melloy | May 3, 2025

Aidan Maese-Czeropski — the so-called "Senate Twink" who was fired after video of him allegedly having sex in a government conference room circulated — has resurfaced in Australia... and on OnlyFans.

NPR Stations Targeted for Cuts by Trump Have Provided Lifelines to Listeners During Disasters

NPR Stations Targeted for Cuts by Trump Have Provided Lifelines to Listeners During Disasters

BUSINESS | By John Raby and Jamie Stengle | May 3, 2025

Public radio stations have been a lifeline during disasters that take out power, the internet and cell towers. In many remote and rural areas across the U.S., they can be a lone source of local news.

Robert Irwin Grows Up and Fills Out in New Underwear Campaign

Robert Irwin Grows Up and Fills Out in New Underwear Campaign

BUSINESS | By Timothy Rawles | May 3, 2025

When Robert Irwin, the son of the late "Crocodile Hunter" and conservationist Steve Irwin, decided to do a sponsorship for the iconic Australian Bonds underwear brand, the 21-year-old realized one thing: He had to do more sit-ups.

Before the Met Gala, Check Out The Debt Gala

Before the Met Gala, Check Out The Debt Gala

HEALTH | May 3, 2025

Before the Met Gala, attend or donate to The Debt Gala, an event that donates its proceeds to organizations helping those with medical debt.

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