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Israeli Defense Minister Calls for Halt to Judicial Overhaul
Israel's defense minister called for an immediate halt to the far-right government's contentious plan to overhaul the country's judiciary.
Idaho Governor Signs Firing Squad Execution Bill into Law
Republican Gov. Brad Little signed a bill allowing execution by firing squad, making Idaho the latest state to turn to older methods of capital punishment amid a nationwide shortage of lethal-injection drugs.
Grindr Issues Warning to Users in Egypt
A popular gay social networking application said Friday that it is issuing a warning to its users in Egypt, as police impersonate community members to target LGBTQ+ individuals.
Will Utah's Social Media Law Harm LGBTQ+ Youth?
Utah's social media legislation attempts to shield children and teens from the ill effects of social media and empower parents. But can it be enforced — and will there be consequences for LGBTQ+ youth?
Gottmik Calls Anti-Drag Legislation a 'Wake Up Call' for LGBTQ Community
"It's time for the LGBTQ community to wake up, says transgender "RuPaul's Drag Race" star Gottmik. The transgender "RuPaul's Drag Race" star is speaking out against hate-centered legislation.
Hungary Decries West's Criticism of Anti-LGTBQ+, Un-democratic Policies
The West's criticism of Hungary on democratic and cultural issues makes its right-wing government reluctant to offer support on NATO's buildup against Russia, Hungary's foreign minister said.
Piquet Fined for Racist, Homophobic Comments about Hamilton
Retired Formula One champion Nelson Piquet has been ordered to pay $950,000 in "moral damages" for making racist and homophobic comments about Lewis Hamilton.
Student Group Sues after Texas University Cancels Drag Show
A student group at a university in the Texas Panhandle said in a federal lawsuit that the school's president violated their constitutional right to free speech when he canceled their planned drag show.
Not Real News: No, Grindr Didn't Threaten to Out Closeted GOP Lawmakers
A roundup of some of the most popular but completely untrue stories and visuals of the week, including a fake news clam that Grindr threatened to out closeted GOP lawmakers.
Disney World Reaches Union Deal with Minimum $18 Hourly Wage
Unions for service workers at Walt Disney World reached a tentative deal with the company on Thursday that would raise the starting minimum wage from $15 to $18 an hour by the end of the year.
Trump Rallying Supporters in Waco Ahead of Possible Charges
A defiant Donald Trump is hoping to put on a show of force Saturday as he holds the first rally of his 2024 presidential campaign in a city made famous by deadly resistance against law enforcement.
U.S. Bishops' New Guidelines Aim to Limit Trans Health Care
United States Catholic bishops have issued guidelines that seek to stop Catholic hospitals from providing gender transition care.
Debt, Expenses Stress Lower Income Households: AP-NORC Poll
Personal finances are a major source of stress for about half of the lower income households in the U.S., illustrating the toll of high inflation and economic uncertainty on those who can least afford it.
U.S., Canada End Loophole that Let Asylum-seekers Cross Border
U.S. President Joe Biden and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced a plan to close a loophole that has allowed asylum-seeking immigrants to move between the two countries.
Greene's DC Jail Visit Pulls GOP Closer to Jan. 6 Rioters
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene swept into the District of Columbia jail to check on conditions for the Jan. 6 defendants, with Republican lawmakers handshaking and high-fiving the prisoners.
Bank Failures and Rescue Test Yellen's Decades of Experience
Working against the clock to stop a developing banking crisis, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen had until sunset on Sunday, March 12, to come up with a plan to calm the U.S. economy.
Rep. George Santos Confesses to Fraud and Agrees to Pay Damages in Brazil Case
The case in which Rep. Santos was accused of defrauding a Rio de Janeiro clerk of $1,300 in clothes and shoes is about to be settled.
Kentucky Governor Vetoes Sweeping GOP Transgender Measure
Kentucky's Democratic governor issued an election-year veto Friday of a Republican bill aimed at regulating the lives of transgender youths that includes banning access to gender-affirming health care and restricting the bathrooms they can use.
Watch: Florida Rep Duped into Reciting Silly, Sexual Names
A GOP Florida state representative was trolled (hilariously) at a meeting this past Monday.
Other States are Copying Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' Efforts
Florida's move to expand its prohibition on teaching sexual orientation or gender identity in the classroom comes as Republican lawmakers in other states are pursuing their own versions of what critics have dubbed the "Don't Say Gay" law.