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Europe Will Mark V-E Day's 80th Anniversary as Once-Unbreakable Bonds with the US Are Under Pressure
Commemorations and festivities are planned for the 80th anniversary across much of Europe for Victory in Europe Day, or V-E Day, one of the most momentous days on the continent in recent centuries.
They're Throwing a Straight Pride Party... in June
An Idaho bar owner plans to counter Pride month with a Hetero Awesome Festival in Boise, Idaho in June. He hopes to turn Hetero Awesome into a national movement, and is selling t-shirts to promote it.
Could 'Conclave's' Surprise Ending Really Happen?
The ending of "Conclave" has largely not been reported on because of its "spoiler" nature; but with the story's relevancy, can such a turn of events happen in real life?
Trans Athletes Are Under More Scrutiny Than Ever. Some Have Found a Safe Space in Gymnastics
The National Association of Intercollegiate Gymnastics Clubs gives trans athletes safe harbor.
The US Has More than 900 Measles Cases and 10 States Have Outbreaks. Here's What to Know
One-fifth of states have active measles outbreaks as confirmed cases nationwide keep ticking up, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The 'Sacramental Shame' Many LGBTQ+ Conservative Christians Wrestle with — and How they Find Healing
When we learned that LGBTQ+ people and their allies were advocating for change in conservative churches, we wanted to hear their stories.
Eurovision Star Nemo Takes Action after UK Court Ruling on Transgender Women
Eurovision winner Nemo is standing up for transgender rights.
High Court Reinstates Enforcement of Ohio's Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Minors During Appeal
Ohio may enforce its ban on gender-affirming care for minors while an appeal proceeds, a divided Ohio Supreme Court ruled on Tuesday. The law also bans transgender women and girls from participating in female sports.
Supreme Court Signals Support for Maryland Parents who Object to LGBTQ Books in Public Schools
The Supreme Court's conservative majority signaled support for the religious rights of parents in Maryland who want to remove their children from classes using storybooks with LGBTQ characters.
Watch: The 'Senate Twink' Resurfaces in Australia, Where 'The Gays Are Nice'
Aidan Maese-Czeropski — the so-called "Senate Twink" who was fired after video of him allegedly having sex in a government conference room circulated — has resurfaced in Australia... and on OnlyFans.
NPR Stations Targeted for Cuts by Trump Have Provided Lifelines to Listeners During Disasters
Public radio stations have been a lifeline during disasters that take out power, the internet and cell towers. In many remote and rural areas across the U.S., they can be a lone source of local news.
Robert Irwin Grows Up and Fills Out in New Underwear Campaign
When Robert Irwin, the son of the late "Crocodile Hunter" and conservationist Steve Irwin, decided to do a sponsorship for the iconic Australian Bonds underwear brand, the 21-year-old realized one thing: He had to do more sit-ups.
Before the Met Gala, Check Out The Debt Gala
Before the Met Gala, attend or donate to The Debt Gala, an event that donates its proceeds to organizations helping those with medical debt.
Trump Administration Settles with Maine over Funding Freeze after Dispute over Trans Athletes
The Trump administration agreed to halt efforts to freeze funds for a Maine child nutrition program after suspending those dollars due to a disagreement over transgender athletes.
Trump's Health Agency Urges Therapy for Transgender Youth, Not Broader Gender-Affirming Health Care
President Donald Trump's administration released a lengthy review of transgender health care on Thursday that advocates for a greater reliance on behavioral therapy rather than broad gender-affirming medical care for youths with gender dysphoria.
Transgender Women Soccer Players to be Banned from English Women's Teams
Transgender women will be banned from playing on women's soccer teams in England following a U.K. Supreme Court ruling last month, the sport's governing body said Thursday.
US Funds Supported Nepal's Growing LGBTQ+ Community. Now That Money is Gone
Ever since U.S. President Donald Trump's administration began dismantling the U.S. Agency for International Development, most of the help centers for Nepal's LGBTQ+ community have been closed.
A Crackdown on Diversity Programs is Reshaping College Graduation Ceremonies
The University of Kentucky canceled convocations that recognize Black and LGBTQ+ students, citing the Trump administration's campaign to rein in diversity, equity and inclusion programs.
How Gay Is the College of Cardinals Gathering to Choose New Pope?
Next week the College of Cardinals gather at the Vatican to choose a new Pope, a ritual made famous by the recent hit film "Conclave." But how gay are they? Very, claims a Belgian Vatican expert.
Trump Administration Says Penn Violated Sex Discrimination Laws after Transgender Swimmer Competed
The Trump administration said Monday that the University of Pennsylvania violated laws guaranteeing women equal opportunities in athletics by letting a transgender swimmer compete on the school's women's team and into team facilities.