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Arkansas Lawmakers OK Restrictions on Trans Student Pronouns
A bill that would require parental approval for Arkansas teachers to address transgender students by the pronouns and names that they use was approved by lawmakers Wednesday and is now headed to Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders' desk.
TikTok's Parent Has a New App: What to Know about Lemon8
As lawmakers debate whether to ban TikTok nationwide, its Chinese parent company has introduced a new app that's already getting some traction.
Global Takedown of Cybercriminals Behind Malware Operation
Law enforcement agencies in the United States and Europe said Wednesday that they have taken down a major online marketplace for stolen login credentials.
Twitter Labels NPR 'State-Affiliated Media' - NPR Protests
Twitter has labeled National Public Radio as "state-affiliated media" on the social media site, a move some worried Wednesday could undermine public confidence in the news organization.
Arkansas House OKs Social Media Age Verification Requirement
Arkansas children would need their parents' OK to access social media sites under a bill Arkansas lawmakers advanced Wednesday.
Are Robot Waiters the Future? Some Restaurants Think So
Waist-high machines that can greet guests, lead them to their tables, deliver food and drinks and ferry dirty dishes to the kitchen are already in service. But are robot waiters the future?
Missouri Human Rights Commissioner Sparks Pushback with Testimony Against Rights Bill
The chairman of Missouri's Human Rights Commission sparked pushback and calls for his removal when he testified against a bill that would protect the rights of the state's LGBTQ+ residents.
Understanding How Crypto Gambling Works in Online Casinos
Online gambling has seen a huge rise in popularity over the past couple of years, but many players might not realize that they can bet using cryptocurrencies.
Market Volatility: Crypto Investment Watch for Investors
Cryptocurrency investment opportunities are drawing more and more people. However, these investments come with their own unique set of risks and challenges.
Ex-pro Wrestler, Now School Official, Accused of Transphobia
A Georgia school board member, who is also a retired professional wrestler, is accused of verbally harassing a transgender woman in the industry at a Los Angeles fan event.
Greece's Opposition Vows to Legalize Same-Sex Marriage
The leader of Greece's opposition has promised to legalize same-sex marriage with full parental rights if he wins a general election next month, in a move that would make it the first predominantly Orthodox Christian country to do so.
North Dakota Advances Suite of Restrictions on Trans Rights
The North Dakota Senate has passed a series of bills that would restrict transgender people's rights in sports, health care, schools, workplaces and daily life.
Kansas Passes Trans Bathroom Bill; Arkansas OKs Own Version
A Kansas bill to impose some of the nation's broadest bathroom restrictions and ban trans people from changing the name or gender on driver's licenses cleared the Legislature by margins that suggest backers could override the governor's expected veto.
Indiana Trans Health Care Ban 'Clear as Mud,' Governor Says
Whether a ban all gender-affirming care for minors will become law in Indiana remains unclear after the state's Republican governor said Tuesday that the bill on his desk is "clear as mud."
New IRS Leader Promises Faster, Easier Tax Filing Process
New IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel delivered a pledge that the agency will use an $80 billion infusion of cash to become faster, more tech-savvy, and provide "real-world improvements" to taxpayers.
J&J Proposes Paying $8.9B to Settle Talcum Powder Lawsuits
Johnson & Johnson is earmarking nearly $9 billion to cover allegations that its baby power containing talc caused cancer, more than quadrupling the amount that the company had previously set aside.
Biden Says Tech Companies Must Ensure AI Products are Safe
President Joe Biden said Tuesday it remains to be seen if artificial intelligence is dangerous, but that he believes technology companies must ensure their products are safe before releasing them.
Washington Stocks Up on Abortion Pills Ahead of Court Ruling
Washington state has purchased a three-year supply of a leading abortion medication in anticipation of a court ruling that could limit its availability, Gov. Jay Inslee said Tuesday.
Bringing Lolita Home: How to Release a Long-captive Orca?
A plan announced last week to return Lolita, an orca held captive for more than a half-century, to her home waters called to mind the release of the star of the movie "Free Willy."
Three Suspects Charged in Murder of Two Men Leaving NYC Gay Bars
Two gay men who were drugged, robbed and subsequently killed after leaving clubs in Manhattan's Hell's Kitchen neighborhood last year are finally getting justice.