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Judge Strikes Down Arkansas Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Transgender Minors
A federal judge struck down Arkansas' first-in-the-nation ban on gender-affirming care for children as unconstitutional Tuesday, the first ruling to overturn such a prohibition as a growing number of Republican-led states adopt similar restrictions.
Kylie Minogue's 'Padam Padam' Makes Rep. Robert Garcia's Pride Playlist
Rep. Garcia of California shared that he "wanted to mark Pride with a playlist for the summer with songs that I love." And Kylie Minogue's "Padam Padam" found a spot.
Italians Pursuing Parenthood Via Surrogates Abroad Could Face Prosecution Under Proposed Law
Italy's lawmakers are debating a bill that would make it a crime for Italian citizens to try to become parents through a surrogate's pregnancy abroad, even in countries where the practice is legal.
LGBTQ+ Pride Flags Vandalized at Stonewall National Monument 3 Times during Pride Month
Dozens of LGBTQ+ pride flags were damaged and ripped down at the Stonewall National Monument over the weekend, the third such bout of vandalism at the LGBTQ+ landmark during this Pride month, police said.
Social Media Star Andrew Tate Charged with Rape and Human Trafficking in Romania
Andrew Tate, a social media personality known for expressing misogynistic views online, was charged in Romania with rape, human trafficking and forming a criminal gang to exploit women, prosecutors said Tuesday.
Attackers Hurl Homophobic Slurs, Set Gay San Diego Man on Fire
A gay San Diego man described a public attack in which strangers began shouting anti-gay slurs at him, with one of the men dousing him with some sort of fluid just before he was suddenly covered in flames.
Around the Town with Dr. Bill: Countdown to Pride with Brooks Brothers, Flotilla DeBarge & Cafeteria's Birthday
With Pride on the horizon, Dr. William Kapfer attended a number of Pride related events, including Brooks Brothers celebrating Pride with a new shirt & town hall panel, partying with DJ Flotilla DeBarge, and celebrating Cafeteria at its anniversary party.
Estonia to Allow Same-Sex Marriage Starting in 2024
Estonia's lawmakers approved legislation Tuesday allowing same-sex marriage as of next year, making Estonia the first of the three Baltic countries to do so.
Vatican Document Highlights Need for Concrete Steps for Women, 'Radical Inclusion' of LGBTQ+
An unprecedented global canvassing of Catholics has called for the church to take concrete steps to promote women to decision-making roles, for a "radical inclusion" of the LGBTQ+ community, and more.
Amazon, Marriott and other Companies Vow to Hire Thousands of Refugees in Europe
Multinational companies including Amazon, Marriott and Hilton pledged Monday to hire more than 13,000 refugees, including Ukrainian women who have fled the war with Russia.
Montana Officials Downplay First-of-its-kind Climate Trial
Montana officials sought to downplay a first-of-its-kind trial taking place over the state's obligations to protect residents from climate change.
West Virginia Basketball Coach Bob Huggins Resigns Hours after Drunken Driving Arrest
After his arrest Saturday, West Virginia University announced basketball coach Bob Huggins's resignation. It came a month after the school suspended him for three games for using an anti-gay slur while also denigrating Catholics during a radio interview.
A Utah City Violated the First Amendment in Denying a Drag Show Permit, Judge Rules
The city of St. George must issue a permit for a Utah-based group that organizes drag performances to host an all-ages drag show in a public park, a federal judge ruled, calling the city's attempt to stop the show unconstitutional discrimination.
Stalled Contract Jeopardizes Relations Between New Disney Governing Body and Firefighters
After appointees of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis took over Walt Disney World's governing district earlier this year, its firefighters were among the few employees who publicly welcomed them with open arms.
West Virginia's Bob Huggins Arrested on Suspicion of Drunken Driving in Pittsburgh
West Virginia basketball coach Bob Huggins has been arrested on suspicion of drunken driving, a month after the university suspended him for three games for using an anti-gay slur while also denigrating Catholics during a radio interview.
US Ambassador Marches in Warsaw Pride Parade, Sending Message to NATO Ally
The United States ambassador held a U.S. flag high as he marched in the yearly Pride parade in Warsaw on Saturday, a clear message of Washington's opposition to discrimination in a country where LGBTQ+ people are facing an uphill struggle.
TV News Owner Apologizes for Pride Month Memo Telling Michigan Staff to Cover Fewer LGBTQ+ Events
The general manager of a television news station in western Michigan has apologized after staff received a memo telling reporters to cover fewer LGBTQ+ events during Pride Month because coverage could be "polarizing."
US Imposes Visa Restrictions for Some Ugandans Following Adoption of Anti-Gay Law
Washington on Friday announced it is imposing visa restrictions for Ugandans it accuses of "undermining the democratic process" in Uganda after the enactment of an anti-gay law in the East African country.
LGBTQ+ Milwaukee Supervisor Says Man Called Him a Gay Slur, Punched Him in the Face
Milwaukee County's first openly LGBTQ+ county supervisor says an assailant called him a gay slur and then punched him in the face this week at a suburban mall.
Federal Judge Blocks Much of Indiana's Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Minors
A federal judge issued an order Friday stopping an Indiana ban on puberty blockers and hormones for transgender minors from taking effect as scheduled July 1.