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Twitter Changes Rules over Account Tracking Elon Musk's Jet
Twitter suspended an account that used flight data to track Elon Musk's private jet, despite a pledge by the social media platform's new owner to keep it up because of his free speech principles.
How Fed's Series of Rate Hikes Could Affect Your Finances
The Federal Reserve's move Wednesday to raise its key rate by a half-point brought it to a range of 4.25% to 4.5%, the highest level in 14 years.
Health Officials Revise Tool to Track Severe Obesity in Kids
U.S. health officials have revised a tool to track the rising cases of severe obesity among children who were previously off the charts.
Stephen 'tWitch' Boss, 'Ellen' Show's Dancing DJ, Dies at 40
Stephen "tWitch" Boss, the longtime and beloved dancing DJ on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" and a former contestant on "So You Think You Can Dance," has died at the age of 40.
Club Q Shooting Survivors Press Congress to Act on Guns
Survivors of last month's deadly mass shooting at a Colorado gay nightclub testified to Congress about the onslaught of threats and violence against members of the LGBTQ+ community as they urged lawmakers to pass a law banning some semiautomatic weapons.
Watch: Lady Gaga's 'Born This Way' Becomes Respect for Marriage Act Anthem
President Biden signed the act into law on Tuesday, and the song encapsulated the moment as the crowd celebrated protecting same-sex and interracial marriages across the country.
3 Sue to Strike Georgia Ban on Transgender Care for Workers
Two state employees and a public school media clerk are suing the state of Georgia, saying state health insurance illegally discriminates by refusing to pay for gender-transition health care.
Gay Former Twitter Exec Flees Home as Musk Smears Him
Twitter's former head of trust and safety has reportedly fled his home following a smear campaign by the platform's new owner, Elon Musk, who implied Yoel Roth is "sympathetic to pedophilia".
Fusion Breakthrough is a Milestone for Climate, Clean Energy
Scientists announced Tuesday that they have for the first time produced more energy in a fusion reaction than was used to ignite it — a major breakthrough.
Fed Set to Extend Inflation Fight with 7th Rate Hike of 2022
After four straight three-quarter-point interest rate hikes, the Federal Reserve is set to announce a smaller half-point increase in its key rate Wednesday, a first step toward dialing back its efforts to combat inflation.
Trends and Innovations Driving the Growth of Online Casino Gaming
Online casino gaming is here to stay. This article will highlight a good number of the innovations driving the industry's growth.
Nonbinary Department of Energy Official Sam Brinton Officially Fired
Nonbinary Department of Energy official Sam Brinton officially fired over a string of thefts. Brinton was let go after being accused of a string of luggage thefts, according to multiple reports
Biden Signs Gay Marriage Bill at White House Ceremony
President Joe Biden signed gay marriage legislation into law Tuesday before a crowd of thousands, a ceremony that reflected growing acceptance of same-sex unions.
Transgender Lawmaker Hopes Her Presence Brings Understanding
Zooey Zephyr worked behind the scenes during Montana's 2021 legislative session to oppose an ultimately unsuccessful effort to ban transgender minors from receiving gender-affirming health care, including puberty blockers, cross-sex hormones and surgery.
Cher's Mom Georgia Holt Dies at Age 96
Cher's mother, actress Georgia Holt, has passed away at age 96. The global recording superstar shared news of her mother's passing in a Twitter post.
Barbados' Top Court Repeals Laws that Criminalize Gay Sex
A top court in Barbados has struck down colonial-era laws that criminalize gay sex, becoming the third nation in the conservative Caribbean region to do so this year.
'Twin Peaks' Composer Angelo Badalamenti Dies at 85
Angelo Badalamenti, the composer best known for creating otherworldly scores for many David Lynch productions, from "Blue Velvet" and "Twin Peaks" to "Mulholland Drive," has died. He was 85.
BTS Member Jin Begins Military Duty at Front-Line Boot Camp
Jin, the oldest member of K-pop supergroup BTS, began his 18 months of mandatory military service at a front-line South Korean boot camp Tuesday as fans gathered near the base to say goodbye to their star.
Biden to Sign Gay Marriage Bill at White House Ceremony
President Joe Biden is inviting thousands to celebrate at the White House on Tuesday as he signs into law gay marriage legislation before a bipartisan crowd that reflects growing acceptance of same-sex unions.
U.S. Inflation Report May Show Further Slowing of Price Spikes
A high-profile report on inflation to be released Tuesday morning could show another month of cooling prices and add to evidence that the pressures on American households are gradually easing.