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Food Recalls Pretty Common for Things Like Rocks, Insects and Plastic
In recent weeks, U.S. consumers have seen high-profile food recalls for an unappetizing reason: They're contaminated with foreign objects that have no place on a dinner plate.
How Ron DeSantis Used Florida Schools to Become a Culture Warrior
Ron DeSantis' path to national prominence started in Florida's classrooms, where he harnessed culture war passions and deployed them in education policies.
Grindr, Known as a Queer-Friendly Tech Company, Decimates Staff over 'Return to Office' Policy
Grindr has been known as a queer-friendly tech company. But a new policy has resulted in the firm losing a substantial amount of its workforce, raising anxieties about its sustainable functionality.
Biden Finds a New Friend in Vietnam as American CEOs Look for Alternatives to Chinese Factories
President Joe Biden goes Sunday to a Vietnam that's looking to dramatically ramp up trade with the United States — a sign of how competition with China is reshaping relationships across Asia.
Rescuers Seek Survivors from Morocco's Quake of the Century
Moroccans worked Sunday to rescue survivors and prayed for victims of the nation's strongest earthquake in more than a century, while soldiers and workers brought water and supplies to mountain villages.
G20 Agreement Reflects Sharp Differences over Ukraine and the Rising Clout of the Global South
Russian President Vladimir Putin and China's leader Xi Jinping opted not to come this year, ensuring no tough face-to-face conversations with their American and European counterparts.
San Diego Mom Says Her Gay 14-Year-Old Son Killed Himself Because of Bullying
Anti-LGBTQ+ bullying has claimed another young life, according to the mother of a 14-year-old boy in San Diego who says her son killed himself after he was targeted online and at school.
Hundreds of Pride Activists March in Serbia Despite Hate Messages Sent by Far-right Officials
Hundreds of Pride activists gathered in the Serbian capital Saturday amid a heavy police presence and anti-gay messages sent by the country's conservative leadership and far-right groups.
Powerful Quake in Morocco kills More Than 1,000 People and Damages Historic Buildings in Marrakech
A rare, powerful earthquake struck Morocco, sending people racing from their beds into the streets and toppling buildings in mountainous villages and ancient cities.
Research: Trans, Other Students Benefit from Gender-Inclusive Classrooms
Bills limiting how sex and gender are taught exacerbate the disproportionate obstacles that transgender students already face, and restrictive bills discourage LGBT students from studying science.
Watch: Arson Attack Targets Cars Parked at Popular Gay-Friendly LA Restaurant
An arsonist slashed tires and poured fuel over cars parked outside gay-friendly restaurant "Sorry Not Sorry" before setting the vehicles on fire in an attack the general manager called "deliberate."
Bans on Diverse Board Books? Young Kids Need to See their Families Represented, Experts Say
Across the country, books and lessons that represent different families and identities are increasingly the target of conservative pushback — even when they're for the youngest of learners.
Return of Out Basketball Player Brittney Griner Had Joyful Moments
Brittney Griner's return to the WNBA after nearly 10 months in a Russian prison hasn't always been the smoothest ride, but there have been many moments of joy.
Teen's Death Leads to Outpouring of Concern over Spicy Chip Challenge
The death of a Massachusetts teenager after his family said he ate an extremely spicy tortilla chip has led to an outpouring of concern about the social media challenge and prompted retailers to pull the product.
The African Union is Joining the G20, a Powerful Acknowledgement of a Continent of 1 Billion People
The group of the world's 20 leading economies is welcoming the African Union as a permanent member, as its more than 50 countries seek a more important role on the global stage.
In Venezuela, Aftershocks From Gay Spa Raid Linger
A raid on a gay sauna in Valencia, Venezuela, in which 33 men were arrested, has LGBTQ+ people there worried that the government will be cracking down on sexual minorities.
Things to Know About the Latest Court and Policy Action on Transgender Issues in the US
On Friday, Texas became the most populous state with a ban in effect against gender-affirming care for minors. Here's a look at the latest developments and what's next.
California Judge Halts District Policy Requiring Parents be Told if Kids Change Pronouns
A judge on Wednesday halted a Southern California school district from requiring parents to be notified if their children change their gender identification or pronouns at school.
Conservative Book Ban Push Fuels Library Exodus from National Association that Stands Up for Books
Widely disputed books over the past couple years include Maia Kobabe's graphic memoir "Gender Queer," Juno Dawson's "This Book Is Gay," and Toni Morrison's "The Bluest Eye."
California Lawmakers Vote to Limit when Local Election Officials Can Count Ballots by Hand
The bill, which was approved by two-thirds of lawmakers in both chambers, would only allow hand counts by local election officials under narrow circumstances.