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Queen Elizabeth II Under Medical Care Amid Health Fears
Queen Elizabeth II has been placed under medical supervision because doctors are "concerned for Her Majesty's health," Buckingham Palace said Thursday, as members of the royal family traveled to Scotland to be with the 96-year-old monarch.
Federal Lawsuit Challenges Oklahoma Anti-Trans Bathroom Law
Civil rights groups filed a federal lawsuit on behalf of three transgender Oklahoma schoolchildren, arguing the state's new law requiring students use only the bathroom of the sex listed on their birth certificate is unconstitutional.
Ricky Martin Sues Nephew, Alleges Million-Dollar Losses
Puerto Rican superstar Ricky Martin filed a lawsuit Wednesday against his nephew that accused him of extortion, malicious persecution, abuse of law and damages — stemming from false allegations of sexual abuse.
Transgender Beneficiaries Sue Florida over Medicaid Limit
The lawsuit filed in federal court in Tallahassee says the rule change will have dire emotional, physical and psychological consequences for transgender Medicaid beneficiaries in Florida if it's allowed to stand.
Watch: Police Investigate Torching of Church's Trans Flag as a Hate Crime
Police in Brookline, Massachusetts, are investigating as a hate crime the middle-of-the-night arson attack that destroyed a church's transgender flag.
Egypt Warns Streamers about 'Societal Values' (aka LGBTQ+ Content)
Egypt's media regulator demanded that Netflix and other steaming services adhere to the county's "societal values" — a veiled reference to programs featuring members of the LGBTQ community.
Senate to Vote on Same-sex Marriage in Coming Weeks
Majority Leader Chuck Schumer vowed Wednesday that the Senate will vote on legislation to protect same-sex marriage "in the coming weeks" as a bipartisan group backing the bill negotiates.
Judge Rules Against Required Coverage of HIV Prevention Drug
A federal judge ruled Wednesday that required coverage of an HIV prevention drug under the Affordable Care Act violates a Texas employer's religious beliefs.
Restaurants Move to Stop New California Fast Food Worker Law
Restaurant owners moved Wednesday to at least temporarily block a nation-leading new California law giving more power to fast food workers.
Apple Maintains Prices on New iPhones Despite Inflation
Apple's latest line-up of iPhones will boast better cameras, faster processors, and a longer lasting battery — all at the same prices as last year's models, despite inflationary pressure.
How Do Edibles Affect You? Edibles High Explained
How can CBD edible products that contain cannabis affect you? What benefits do cannabis products have? This article will explain a few things about the subject.
Detroit Man Charged in Shooting Death of Trans Woman Dede Ricks in Detroit
Authorities in Detroit have charged a suspect in the shooting death of a transgender woman — the second murder of a trans woman in the city in a month.
5 Tips to Make the Search for a New Apartment Easier
Finding a new place can be challenging, and skyrocketing rents have made it especially hard this year. But there are things you can do to make the process easier.
Bed Bath & Beyond Names Interim CFO, but Struggles Remain
Bed Bath & Beyond has named Chief Accounting Officer Laura Crossen as interim chief financial officer to replace Gustavo Arnal, whose death last week adds to financial uncertainty for the company.
Rents are Starting to Come Down, but the Trend May Not Hold
Rents are starting to come down after spiking to record levels this past summer, but experts are uncertain if the slowdown will continue.
Video Fills in Details on Alleged Ga. Election System Breach
Security video from an elections office about 200 miles (320 kilometers) southeast of Atlanta offers a glimpse of the lengths Trump's allies went in service of his fraudulent election claims.
It's Trump-backed Diehl vs. Out Attorney General Healey in Mass. Governor Race
Diehl's victory sets up a contest against Democratic Attorney General Maura Healey, who would be the first openly gay person and the first woman elected governor of Massachusetts if she wins in November.
Biden Touts Legislative Record as Midterms Approach
President Joe Biden ended the summer on a legislative winning streak. Now he wants to make sure voters reward him for that when they cast ballots in November's big congressional elections.
Brazil on Edge for a Bicentennial Bolsonaro has Made his Own
President Jair Bolsonaro calls Brazil's bicentennial Wednesday a chance to celebrate the nation's proud history, but critics say he has transformed what should be a day of unity into a campaign event.
Elected Officials, Police Chiefs on Leaked Oath Keepers List
The names of hundreds of U.S. law enforcement officers and elected officials appear on the leaked membership rolls of a far-right extremist group accused of a role in the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol.