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Trump Hammered Democrats on Transgender Issues. Now the Party is at Odds on a Response
After losing the White House and both houses of Congress, Democrats are grappling with how to handle transgender politics and policy following a campaign that featured withering and often misleading GOP attacks on the issue.
Judge Hears Case over Montana Rule Blocking Trans Residents from Changing Sex on Birth Certificate
A state judge in Montana heard arguments Thursday over policies that block transgender people from changing the sex designation on their birth certificates and driver's licenses.
Appeals Court Rules Indiana's Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Minors can Remain in Effect
An Indiana law banning gender-affirming care for minors can remain in effect, a federal appeals court has ruled months after allowing the ban to take effect.
Trump Wants to End 'Wokeness' in Education. He has Vowed to Use Federal Money as Leverage
Donald Trump's vision for education revolves around a single goal: to rid America's schools of perceived "wokeness" and "left-wing indoctrination."
Oklahoma School District Adding Anti-Harassment Policies after Nonbinary Teen's Death
A federal investigation into an Oklahoma school district launched after the death of a nonbinary student has led to the school agreeing to develop policies to prevent sexual discrimination and harassment, federal officials announced Wednesday.
Virginia Democrats Advance Efforts to Protect Marriage Equality, Abortion, Voting Rights
Democrats in the Virginia legislature are hoping to make good on promises made on the campaign trail, including discussing the repeal of a now-defunct state constitutional ban on same-sex marriage.
Agents Search Home of Ex-Officer Investigated in School Shooting Leaks to Conservative Outlets
Part of the interest in the leaked records stems from the fact that the school shooter, who police say was "assigned female at birth," may have identified as a transgender man.
Trump Pledged to Roll Back Protections for Transgender Students. They're Flooding Crisis Hotlines
Transgender youth in the United States have been flooding crisis hotlines since the election of Donald Trump, who made anti-transgender themes central to his campaign.
Nov. 6 Insta Post from Iranian-Born Gay Adult Film Star Sparks Backlash
A gay porn star who immigrated to the United States from Iran shocked and angered fans when he posted a congratulatory message to president-elect Donald Trump.
Online Casino Business Models: What Keeps the Games Running?
Unlike other industries that hit a snag after such fast growth, the online casino world is set to get better. We look at how online casinos run and ways that investors can optimize their profitability.
'Sunset Blvd' Star Gets Slammed on 'X' for Russell Brand Comment
The recent good will given Nicole Scherzinger for playing Norma Desmond in a high-tech revival of "Sunset Blvd." came to an end on "X" after she liked a Russell Brand IG in which he wore a MAGA-styled hat.
A Record 13 Women Will be Governors Next Year after New Hampshire Elected Kelly Ayotte
The election of Republican Kelly Ayotte as New Hampshire's governor means 13 women will serve as a state's chief executive next year, breaking the record of 12 set after the 2022 elections.
Supporting LGBTQ+ Health: How Nicotine Pouches Can Help You Quit Smoking
This interesting article looks at the latest methods for giving up smoking, especially useful for the LGBTQ+ community, as well as for other people who want to quit cigarettes.
Liberty University Sued by Former IT Staffer Fired after Disclosing She's a Transgender Woman
The bitter nationwide debate over transgender rights is playing out on a very personal level in a federal court lawsuit filed in Virginia by a former Liberty University employee.
Streaming Service Mubi Cancels Entire Film Festival after Turkey Bans Gay Drama 'Queer' at Last Moment
The arthouse streaming company Mubi said it has canceled an entire film festival it was planning in Turkey after the country's authorities banned a screening of the upcoming gay drama "Queer."
How is Trump's Second Term Likely to Impact Queer Americans?
Vice President-elect JD Vance wasn't wrong when he declared that "normal gay guy[s]," as he put it, "just want to be left the hell alone..." But with Trump headed back to the White House, that's probably not going to be the case.
Recent Violence on the Rise Against LGBTQ+ Individuals in the Once Accepting Ivory Coast
Young people who identified in the LGBTQ+ community had generally felt safe going on same-sex dates in Abidjan. Recently, this seems to have changed with a slew of intolerant social media posts arising, fueling acts of violence in the street.
Here Are New Guidelines for Preventing Stroke, the Nation's 4th Biggest Killer
The majority of strokes could be prevented, according to new guidelines aimed at helping people and their doctors do just that.
Everything You Need to Know about Poppers
With a history spanning almost 200 years, poppers have come a long way in order to become the inspiration for one of Troy Savan's most recent singles. Learn more here!
The Boy Scouts Inspired Norman Rockwell. His Works Will Now Help Pay Abuse Survivors
Many of the works from the Boy Scouts of America's collection are as interwoven into American life as the organization itself. Next week, the works will begin to be auctioned off.