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China Plans to Land Astronauts on Moon, Expand Space Station
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
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
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'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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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 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
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 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
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.