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Drag Artists and LGBTQ+ Advocates Sue to Block Texas Law Expanding Ban on Sexual Performances

Drag Artists and LGBTQ+ Advocates Sue to Block Texas Law Expanding Ban on Sexual Performances

NATIONAL | By Jim Vertuno | Aug 4, 2023

A group of drag performers and LGBTQ+ rights advocates filed a federal lawsuit seeking to block a new Texas law that expands what is considered an illegal public performance of sexual conduct.

Pediatricians' Group Reaffirms Support for Gender-Affirming Care Amid Growing State Restrictions

Pediatricians' Group Reaffirms Support for Gender-Affirming Care Amid Growing State Restrictions

HEALTH | Aug 4, 2023

The American Academy of Pediatrics reaffirmed its support for gender-affirming medical care for transgender children on Thursday, even as the treatments face a growing push for bans and restrictions from Republican lawmakers across the U.S.

British Rowing Bans Transgender Women from Female Events

British Rowing Bans Transgender Women from Female Events

INTERNATIONAL | Aug 4, 2023

British Rowing has announced it will ban transgender women from competing in its women's events.

Adidas Brings in $437 Million from the First Yeezy Sale. Part of That will Go to Anti-hate Groups

BUSINESS | By David McHugh | Aug 4, 2023

Adidas brought in $437 million from the first release of Yeezy sneakers left over after breaking ties with Ye, the rapper formerly known as Kanye West. Part of the proceeds will go to fight hate.

Why are Actors Making Movies During the Strike? What to Know about SAG-AFTRA Waivers

BUSINESS | By Lindsey Bahr and Andrew Dalton | Aug 4, 2023

Some independent films and television productions are being granted waivers that will allow them to continue work. Here's why.

Gay Louisiana Doctor Leaving State Due to 'Discriminatory' Legislation

NATIONAL | By Emell Adolphus | Aug 3, 2023

Dr. Jake Kleinmahon, who works at Ochsner Hospital for Children in New Orleans, said he plans to relocate to New York at the end of the month.

Encouraged by His Son, Tom Daley Will Jump Back on the Diving Board and Attempt Olympic Return in Paris 2024

Encouraged by His Son, Tom Daley Will Jump Back on the Diving Board and Attempt Olympic Return in Paris 2024

INTERNATIONAL | Aug 3, 2023

After his son Robbie said he wants to see him compete in the Olympics, Tom Daley will return for a bid at Paris 2024 after a two-year break.

Lizzo Says She's 'Not the Villain' after Her Former Dancers Claim Sex Harassment

Lizzo Says She's 'Not the Villain' after Her Former Dancers Claim Sex Harassment

NATIONAL | Aug 3, 2023

Lizzo said Thursday that she's "not the villain" that three of her former backup dancers falsely accuse her of being in a sexual harassment lawsuit.

Tomás González, Chilean Olympic Gymnast, Comes Out as Gay

Tomás González, Chilean Olympic Gymnast, Comes Out as Gay

INTERNATIONAL | Aug 3, 2023

"I suppose it is no longer an issue, but yes, I am gay," Chilean gymnast Tomás González, 36, told the press this week as he released his autobiography.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and His Wife Separating after 18 Years of Marriage

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and His Wife Separating after 18 Years of Marriage

INTERNATIONAL | By Rob Gillies | Aug 3, 2023

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his wife, Sophie, are separating after 18 years of marriage.

Bud Light Sales Plunge Following Boycott over Campaign with Trans Influencer Dylan Mulvaney

Bud Light Sales Plunge Following Boycott over Campaign with Trans Influencer Dylan Mulvaney

BUSINESS | Aug 3, 2023

Anheuser-Busch Inbev reported a drop in U.S. revenue in the second quarter as Bud Light sales plunged amid a conservative backlash over a campaign with transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney.

Federal Appeals Court Upholds Ruling Giving Indiana Transgender Students Key Bathroom Access

Federal Appeals Court Upholds Ruling Giving Indiana Transgender Students Key Bathroom Access

NATIONAL | Aug 3, 2023

A federal appeals court has upheld a lower court ruling that transgender students in Indiana must have access to the bathrooms and locker rooms consistent with their gender identities.

Making the Best of a Bad Situation: Adidas Donating Yeezy Sales to Anti-hate Groups

BUSINESS | By Tiffany Stanley, Luis Andres Henao, and Mariam Fam | Aug 3, 2023

After Adidas cut ties with Ye, the rapper formerly known as Kanye West, due to his antisemitic comments, it was left searching for a responsible way to unload more than a billion dollars worth of high-end Yeezy sneakers.

Transgender Rights Targeted in Executive Order Signed by Oklahoma Governor

Transgender Rights Targeted in Executive Order Signed by Oklahoma Governor

NATIONAL | By Sean Murphy | Aug 2, 2023

Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt directed state agencies to use narrow definitions of "female" and "male," in the latest attack on transgender rights in a state that already has laws targeting bathroom use, health care and sports teams for transgender people.

Transgender Former Student Sues Missouri School for Making Her Use Boys' Bathrooms

Transgender Former Student Sues Missouri School for Making Her Use Boys' Bathrooms

NATIONAL | Aug 2, 2023

A transgender former student sued a Missouri school district on Monday for forcing her to use the boys' bathrooms or the high school's only single-stall bathroom.

Utah Law Requiring Age Verification for Porn Sites Remains in Effect after Judge Tosses Lawsuit

Utah Law Requiring Age Verification for Porn Sites Remains in Effect after Judge Tosses Lawsuit

NATIONAL | By Sam Metz | Aug 2, 2023

A Utah law requiring adult websites to verify the age of their users will remain in effect after a federal judge dismissed a lawsuit from an industry group challenging its constitutionality.

Caitlyn Jenner Asks Ron DeSantis 'What Bathroom Should I Use?'

POLITICS | By Emell Adolphus | Aug 2, 2023

Caitlyn Jenner seems to be pissed that she was used by DeSantis in his "bizarre anti-gay ad."

Fitch Downgrades U.S. Credit Rating, Citing Mounting Debt and Political Divisions

BUSINESS | By Christopher Rugaber | Aug 2, 2023

Fitch Ratings has downgraded the United States government's credit rating, citing rising debt at the federal, state, and local levels and a "steady deterioration in standards of governance."

Amazon Adds Video Telemedicine Visits Nationwide to its Virtual Clinic

HEALTH | By Tom Murphy | Aug 2, 2023

Amazon is adding video telemedicine visits in all 50 states to a virtual clinic it launched last fall, as the e-commerce giant pushes deeper into care delivery.

$1.1 Billion Mega Millions Jackpot Drawing Offers Shot at 6th Largest Prize Ever

BUSINESS | Aug 2, 2023

An estimated $1.1 billion Mega Millions jackpot will be up for grabs Tuesday night, giving lottery players a chance to snap an unlucky streak that has stretched on for months.

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