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China Plans to Land Astronauts on Moon, Expand Space Station

INTERNATIONAL | May 29, 2023

China's burgeoning space program plans to place astronauts on the moon before 2030 and expand the country's orbiting space station, officials said Monday.

Watch: Rep. Glenn Grothman Slams Biden for Not Nominating Enough Straight White Men

POLITICS | By Emell Adolphus | May 29, 2023

Republican Rep. Glenn Grothman of Wisconsin apparently has a problem with the Biden administration's efforts to diversity the federal judiciary.

Nun whose Body Shows Little Decay Since 2019 Death Draws Hundreds to Rural Missouri

Nun whose Body Shows Little Decay Since 2019 Death Draws Hundreds to Rural Missouri

NATIONAL | By Trisha Ahmed | May 29, 2023

Hundreds of people flocked to a small town in Missouri this week and last to see a Black nun whose body has barely decomposed since 2019.

Russia Issues Arrest Warrant for Lindsey Graham Over Ukraine Comments

Russia Issues Arrest Warrant for Lindsey Graham Over Ukraine Comments

POLITICS | May 29, 2023

Russia's Interior Ministry on Monday issued an arrest warrant for U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham following his comments related to the fighting in Ukraine.

As Rising Oceans Threaten NYC, Study Documents Another Risk: The City Is Sinking

As Rising Oceans Threaten NYC, Study Documents Another Risk: The City Is Sinking

NATIONAL | By Bobby Caina Calvan | May 29, 2023

If rising oceans aren't worry enough, add this to the risks New York City faces: The metropolis is slowly sinking under the weight of its skyscrapers, homes, asphalt and humanity itself.

Diverse Republican Presidential Primary Field Sees An Opening in 2024 with Voters of Color

Diverse Republican Presidential Primary Field Sees An Opening in 2024 with Voters of Color

POLITICS | By Steve Peoples and Gary Fields | May 28, 2023

Race has emerged as a central issue — and a delicate one — in the 2024 presidential contest as the GOP's primary field so far features four candidates of color, making it among the most racially diverse ever.

What's on DeSantis' Agenda? A Look at the Laws He Passed as Florida Governor, from Abortion to Guns

What's on DeSantis' Agenda? A Look at the Laws He Passed as Florida Governor, from Abortion to Guns

POLITICS | By Anthony Izaguirre | May 28, 2023

From the death penalty to gender identity to abortion, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has cemented himself as a conservative standard-bearer in the lead-up to his 2024 presidential announcement.

Mpox is Down, but US Cities could be at Risk for Summertime Outbreaks

Mpox is Down, but US Cities could be at Risk for Summertime Outbreaks

HEALTH | By Mike Stobbe | May 28, 2023

The mpox health emergency has ended, but U.S. health officials are aiming to prevent a repeat of last year's outbreaks.

Grindr's Desktop Version Promises 'Edgier Content,' Bigger Photos

BUSINESS | By Kilian Melloy | May 28, 2023

Grindr is coming to your desktop in a new web version that will let users see up to six profiles simultaneously and enjoy "edgier content" and bigger photos.

Orlando Police Investigate 'Kill The Gays' Sign, Politicians Condemn Incident

Orlando Police Investigate 'Kill The Gays' Sign, Politicians Condemn Incident

NATIONAL | May 28, 2023

A traffic sign in Orlando, FL hacked to read 'KILL ALL GAYS' on Wednesday is being investigated by police and condemned by politicians.

Jewish Groups And City Officials Protest Against Roger Waters Concert In Frankfurt

Jewish Groups And City Officials Protest Against Roger Waters Concert In Frankfurt

INTERNATIONAL | By Kirsten Grieshaber | May 28, 2023

Several Jewish groups, politicians and an alliance of civil society groups gathered for a memorial ceremony and a protest rally against a concert by Roger Waters in Frankfurt on Sunday evening.

Why Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's Impeachment Fight Isn't Finished Yet

Why Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's Impeachment Fight Isn't Finished Yet

POLITICS | May 28, 2023

The Texas Legislature already made one historic move with its impeachment of Republican state Attorney General Ken Paxton. Another one is coming.

Debt Ceiling Deal: What's In, What's Out Of The Agreement To Avert Us Default

Debt Ceiling Deal: What's In, What's Out Of The Agreement To Avert Us Default

NATIONAL | By Kevin Freking | May 28, 2023

President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy have reached an agreement in principle on legislation to increase the nation's borrowing authority and avoid a federal default.

Growing Number of LGBTQ+ Russians Seek Refuge from War, Discrimination in Argentina

INTERNATIONAL | May 27, 2023

Over the past decade, living openly as a member of the LGBTQ+ community in Russia has grown increasingly difficult.

Iowa Law Limits Gender Identity Instruction, Removes Books Depicting Sex Acts from School Libraries

Iowa Law Limits Gender Identity Instruction, Removes Books Depicting Sex Acts from School Libraries

NATIONAL | By Scott McFetridge and Hannah Fingerhut | May 27, 2023

Iowa teachers will be banned from raising gender identity and sexual orientation issues with students through grade six, and all books depicting sex acts will be removed from school libraries, under a bill Republican Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds signed Friday.

Louisiana Lawmakers Pressed to Resurrect Bill Banning Gender-Affirming Care for Minors

Louisiana Lawmakers Pressed to Resurrect Bill Banning Gender-Affirming Care for Minors

HEALTH | By Sara Cline | May 27, 2023

A longtime Republican lawmaker, in rural Louisiana, is facing national backlash following his tie-breaking vote to kill a bill that would ban gender-affirming medical care for transgender youths in the state.

Disney Opposes DeSantis Request to Disqualify Judge in Free Speech Lawsuit

Disney Opposes DeSantis Request to Disqualify Judge in Free Speech Lawsuit

BUSINESS | By Mike Scheider | May 26, 2023

Disney is opposing Gov. Ron DeSantis' request to disqualify a judge overseeing the company's First Amendment lawsuit against the GOP governor and others in which Disney says it was punished for speaking out against the so-called "Don't Say Gay" bill.

The Importance of Reporting Workplace Injuries in Atlanta

BUSINESS | May 26, 2023

Reporting workplace injuries helps employees who are already affected by a workplace accident, and also helps to ensure that safety measures are implemented to prevent future accidents.

Target on Defensive for Removing Some LGBTQ+ Pride Products

Target on Defensive for Removing Some LGBTQ+ Pride Products

BUSINESS | By Anne D'Innocenzio and Dee-Ann Durbin | May 26, 2023

Target once distinguished itself as being boldly supportive of the LGBTQ+ community.

After Club Q Shooting, New York Woman Accused of Threats to Colorado LGBTQ+ Businesses

After Club Q Shooting, New York Woman Accused of Threats to Colorado LGBTQ+ Businesses

NATIONAL | May 26, 2023

A New York woman has been indicted for making threats against Denver-area LGBTQ businesses in the days after five people were killed at a gay nightclub in Colorado Springs last year.

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