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Dustin Lance Black's Assault Case Proves Messy in the UK
The Oscar-winning screenwriter is accused of throwing a drink on BBC Three presenter Teddy Edwardes in London last year.
Funeral Planned in Philadelphia for O'Shae Sibley, who was Killed in Confrontation over Dancing
A funeral will be held Tuesday in Philadelphia for O'Shae Sibley, who was fatally stabbed after he confronted teenagers who taunted his group of gay, Black friends as they danced at a New York City gas station.
Florida School Board Reverses Decision Nixing Access to Children's Book about a Male Penguin Couple
Months after access to a popular children's book about a male penguin couple hatching a chick was restricted at school libraries because of Florida's " Don't Say Gay law," a central Florida school district says it has reversed that decision.
Germany Receives 178 Compensation Applications from Gay Servicepeople over Discrimination
The German defense ministry said Tuesday that it has received 178 applications for compensation from gay servicepeople who experienced discrimination in the military in the past.
Mourners in Ireland Pay their Respects to Singer Sinead O'Connor at Funeral Procession
Throngs of fans lined the streets of Sinead O'Connor's former hometown in Ireland to bid farewell to the gifted singer as her funeral procession passed by Tuesday following a private memorial service.
Simon & Schuster Purchased by Private Equity Firm KKR for $1.62 Billion
Simon & Schuster has been sold to the private equity firm KKR, months after a federal judge blocked its purchase by rival publisher Penguin Random House.
Here's How to Keep Yourself Safe from Scammers
With the help of technology, scammers are tricking Americans out of more money than ever before. But there are steps you can take to keep your money and information safe.
Crescent Canna Review: Highly Satisfying THC Seltzer, Edibles, and More
My experience with Crescent Canna's products was absolutely life changing. Whether it was for necessity or leisure, I truly found a new appreciation for legal THC and CBD.
Here's What to Know about Medical Options that Improve the Lives of Transgender Youth
Being transgender is not something that goes away. It is something my patients live with for their entire lives. Our multidisciplinary care team often follows patients into young adulthood.
FDA Ends Restrictions on Gay, Bi Blood Donors
Men who have sex with men (MSM) have long faced restrictions that others do not when it comes to donating blood. Exclusions based on sexual orientation are set to end Aug. 7.
Pope Francis Affirms 'Todos, Todos, Todos' Includes LGBTQ+ People of Faith
Francis affirmed that his exhortation that "todos, todos, todos" (everyone, everyone, everyone) is welcome in the Catholic Church means LGBTQ+ people. The comment became something of a motto.
From Stonewall to Pride, Black Transwomen Have Led the Fight for Equal Rights
Though details remain murky about how the Stonewall uprising started, what is clear is that Black transwomen have been instrumental in the LGTBQ+ equality struggle from the start.
Conservative Groups Sue to Block Biden Plan Canceling $39 Billion in Student Loans
Two conservative groups are asking a federal court to block the Biden administration's plan to cancel $39 billion in student loans for more than 800,000 borrowers.
Out Soccer Star Megan Rapinoe Leaves her Final Women's World Cup with Pride
Megan Rapinoe wanted a different finish for her final Women's World Cup. Even with the disappointing conclusion, she was grateful for her wildly successful run with the U.S. national team.
DeSantis' Retaliation Against Disney Hurts Florida, Former Governors and Lawmakers Say
A group of mostly Republican former high-level government officials compared Gov. Ron DeSantis takeover of Disney World's governing district to autocratic examples of governments in Russia and China.
Trans Youth at Higher Risk of Suicide from 'Conversion Therapy' than Hormone Treatment
Trans youth are eight times more likely to attempt suicide than their cisgender peers — but suicide attempts drop sharply among trans teens when they are allowed access to hormone therapy.
Some Say 'Last Days' Are Here After Drag Queen Tops the iTunes Christian and Gospel Album Chart
Drag queen Flamy Grant is charting to the top of iTunes Christian and Gospel album chart, much to the chagrin of some conservatives.
The EPA's Ambitious Plan to Cut Auto Emissions to Slow Climate Change Runs into Skepticism
The government's most ambitious plan ever to slash planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions from passenger vehicles faces skepticism both about how realistic it is and whether it goes far enough.
Cinnabon Workers Strike to Protest Company's Pride Flag Ban
When a decision came down to ban Pride flags at 16 Cinnabon locations in California, more than a dozen employees walked off the job declaring they felt "singl[ed] out," "humiliated," and "unsafe."
Out Aussie Soccer Star Sam Kerr Set to Play at Women's World Cup
The star striker has been sidelined since injuring her left calf on the eve of co-host Australia's first game against Ireland on July 20, but is is expected to get on the field against Denmark on Monday.