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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.
Updated COVID Shots Coming, Part of a Trio of Vaccines to Block Fall Viruses
Updated COVID-19 vaccines are coming soon, just in time to pair them with flu shots. And this fall, the first vaccines for another scary virus called RSV are rolling out to older adults and pregnant women.
Appeals Court Scales Back Order Squelching Biden Administration Contact with Social Media Platforms
A federal appeals court whittled down a lower court's order curbing Biden administration communications with social media companies over controversial content about COVID-19 and other issues.
Elon Musk's Social Media Site X Sues California over State's Content Moderation Law
Elon Musk's social media platform sued California over a law requiring social media companies to publish policies for removing offending material such as hate speech, misinformation, and harassment.
California Courts May Weigh Affirmation of Child's Gender Identity in Custody Cases
California could soon require judges to consider whether a parent affirms their child's gender identity when making custody and visitation decisions under a bill that cleared the state Senate on Wednesday.
California Legislature Acts to Defend Diverse Textbooks
The issue garnered renewed attention when a Southern California school board, Temecula Valley Unified, rejected an elementary social studies curriculum that included materials mentioning Harvey Milk.
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