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What to Know About the Eurovision Song Contest as Switzerland Prepares to Host
Get out the glitter balls, sew on the sequins and prepare to party: The Eurovision Song Contest approaches.
Conclave to Elect a New Pope Starts May 7 as Cardinals Get to Know One Another
Catholic cardinals on Monday set May 7 as the start date for the conclave to elect Pope Francis' successor, delaying the secret voting for two days to help them get to know one another better and find consensus on a candidate.
Kennedy Center's Events Scheduled for LGBTQ+ Pride Celebration Canceled, Organizers Say
Organizers and the Kennedy Center canceled a week's worth LGBTQ+ events for this summer's World Pride festival in Washington, D.C., amid a shift in priorities and the ousting of leadership at one of the nation's premier cultural institutions.
Virginia GOP Candidate for Lieutenant Governor Says He Won't Exit Race Despite Governor's Push
Republican John Reid, the first openly gay man to run statewide in Virginia, said he'll continue his lieutenant governor campaign, denying he was involved with a social media account containing sexually explicit photos. The governor is asking him to quit.
A Timeline of the Rise and Fall of Former US Rep. George Santos
A timeline of the rise and fall of George Santos.
Ex-US Rep. George Santos Sentenced to over 7 Years in Prison for Fraud and Identity Theft
Disgraced former U.S. Rep. George Santos, who lied about his life story and defrauded donors, was sentenced Friday to over seven years in prison, sobbing as he heard his punishment.
Ex-US Rep. George Santos Faces Sentencing for Fraud after Duping Donors and Voters
Disgraced former U.S. Rep. George Santos, who lied about his life story and defrauded donors, faces sentencing in federal court on Friday.
Judges Block Trump Push to Cut Funding to Public Schools over Diversity Programs
A federal judge on Thursday blocked Trump administration directives that threatened to cut federal funding for public schools with diversity, equity and inclusion programs.
Trump Asks Supreme Court to Allow Ban on Transgender Members of the Military to Take Effect, for Now
President Donald Trump's administration on Thursday asked the Supreme Court to allow enforcement of a ban on transgender people in the military, while legal challenges proceed.
North Dakota's GOP Governor Vetoes Expanded Library Censorship Bill
North Dakota's Republican governor vetoed bills to further restrict 'sexual content' in libraries and to create a private school voucher program.
Pope Francis Sought to Make LGBTQ+ People More Welcome, but Church Doctrine Didn't Change Much
The papacy of Pope Francis ended with the same core doctrine for LGBTQ+ people that he inherited, yet he conveyed that he wanted the church to be a more welcoming place for them.
Minnesota Attorney General Files Preemptive Lawsuit Against Trump on Transgender Sports Ban
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison filed a preemptive lawsuit against Donald Trump seeking to block his administration from acting against Minnesota under a federal push to ban transgender athletes from girls and women's sports.
Nebraska Bill to Ban Transgender Students from the Bathrooms and Sports of Their Choice Advances
A Nebraska bill that would bar transgender students from bathrooms, locker rooms and sports teams that correspond with their gender identity has advanced — but with a caveat.
Tennessee Lawmakers Adjourn after Passing Bans on DEI Initiatives
Tennessee's Republican-led Legislature adjourned its monthslong lawmaking session by passing a final flurry of bills, including ones aimed at diversity, equity and inclusion in governments.
Supreme Court Takes Up Religious Rights Dispute over LGBTQ+ Books in Maryland Schools
The U.S. Supreme Court is hearing arguments Tuesday over the religious rights of parents in Maryland to remove their children from elementary school classes using storybooks with LGBTQ characters.
Pope Francis Reached Out to Migrants and the LGBTQ+ Community, but Also Drew Unusual Opposition
Early in his papacy, Francis signaled a more welcoming stance toward LGBTQ+ people, declaring "Who am I to judge?" when asked about a gay priest.
Court Rules Against Republican Lawmaker in Lawsuit over Censure for Post about Transgender Athlete
A federal court has ruled against a Republican lawmaker from Maine who sued the state's Democratic House speaker after being censured for a social media post about a transgender athlete.
Pope Francis, First Latin American Pontiff Who Ministered with a Charming, Humble Style, Dies at 88
Pope Francis, history's first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor, died Monday. He was 88.
Nancy Mace Deflects, Defends, and Delivers Drama at Ulta
South Carolina GOP US Rep Nancy Mace was asked a single question by a constituent, and she turned into a expletive-ridden tirade, reminding the man she voted for gay marriage twice.
Marijuana Holiday 4/20 Coincides with Easter and Passover This Year. Here's What to Know
Marijuana culture's high holiday, known as 4/20, falls this year on Easter Sunday, as well as the last day of Passover, meaning cannabis fans can celebrate in some unusual ways,