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George Santos Says Ex-Fundraiser Caught Using a Fake Name Tried a New Tactic: Spelling It Backwards
When the invitation to lunch at the Empire State Building first arrived last summer, some of George Santos' campaign staffers were wary.
WeWork Sounds The Alarm, Prompting Speculation Around The Company's Future
WeWork has sounded the alarm on its ability to stay in business, prompting speculation around the future of the troubled workspace-sharing company.
Why Are Actors Making Movies During The Strike? What To Know about SAG-AFTRA's 'Interim Agreements'
The actors and writers strikes have resulted in most Hollywood film and television productions being shut down, from the "Gladiator" sequel to the live action "Lilo & Stitch.
Georgia School Board Fires Teacher for Reading a Book to Students about Gender Identity
A Georgia school board voted along party lines Thursday to fire a teacher after officials said she improperly read a book on gender fluidity to her fifth grade class.
Federal Appeals Court Upholds Block of Idaho Transgender Athletes Law
A federal appeals court on Thursday upheld a decision blocking Idaho's first-in-the-nation ban on transgender athletes in girls and women's sports.
Uganda's Leader Slams World Bank for Holding Up New Loans after his Country Enacted Anti-Gay Law
Uganda's president on Thursday slammed the World Bank, calling the global lender "insufferable" for holding up new loans after the East African country enacted an anti-gay bill that includes the death penalty in some cases.
In Hawaii, Concerns over 'Climate Gentrification' Rise after Devastating Maui Fires
There are concerns that Hawaii will become an example of "climate gentrification," when it becomes harder for local people to afford housing in safer areas after a climate-amped disaster.
World Chess Federation Bars Transgender Women from Competing in Women's Events
The world's top chess federation has ruled that transgender women cannot compete in its official events for females until an assessment of gender change is made by its officials.
Veto Overridden: Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Minors Takes Effect in North Carolina
Trans youth in North Carolina lost access to gender-affirming medical treatments after the Republican-led General Assembly overrode the governor's vetoes of that legislation and other bills about gender in sports and LGBTQ+ instruction in the classroom.
Hawaii Governor Vows to Block Land Grabs as Fire-ravaged Maui Rebuilds
Hawaii Gov. Josh Green vowed "to keep the land in local people's hands" after a deadly wildfire that incinerated a historic Maui community.
Biden Marks 1-Year Anniversary of Climate, Health Law, Says 'We're Investing in All of America'
President Joe Biden proclaimed Wednesday his administration is "turning things around" for Americans when it comes to the economy with his signature climate, health care, and tax package.
What Did Ron DeSantis Say When Asked If One of Children Was Gay or Trans?
Presidential candidate Ron DeSantis waxed on and on about parental rights in an interview with Time Magazine because his struggling campaign is in serious need of an issue and wanted to talk to Time about why he believes being the "parents' candidate.
Former Fundraiser for Rep. George Santos has Been Charged with Wire Fraud and Identity Theft
A former fundraiser for U.S. Rep. George Santos was indicted Wednesday on federal charges that he impersonated a high-ranking congressional aide while soliciting contributions for the New York Republican's campaign.
Brutal Hate Crime Stabbings in London Prompt Community Support
London's mayor, along with a "RuPaul's Drag Race" queen and others, are speaking out in support of two men who were stabbed in front of a gay bar by a stranger who suddenly attacked and then fled into the night.
Florida Students and Professors Say a New Law Censors Academic freedom. They're Suing to Stop it
College students and professors in Florida are suing education officials over a new law spurred by Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis' war on "woke," saying it violates their constitutional rights by censoring academic freedom.
Algeria Bans 'Barbie' Almost a Month after Movie's Local Release
The "Barbie" movie was pulled from theaters in Algeria this week almost one month after its release in the North African country.
Target Q2 Sales Ebb on Inflation, Pride Month Shopper Backlash and it Cuts Profit Outlook for 2023
Target's second quarter sales were hit by inflation and a negative reaction by some customers, widely publicized on social media, to its Pride merchandise.
North Carolina GOP Seeks to Override Governor's Veto of Bill Banning Gender-Affirming Care for Youth
Trans rights take center stage in North Carolina as GOP supermajorities in the General Assembly attempt to override the governor's vetoes of legislation banning gender-affirming health care for minors and limiting trans participation in school sports.
World Aquatics to Debut 'Open Category' Races for Transgender Swimmers in Berlin
The first "open category" swimming races to accommodate transgender competitors will take place at a World Cup event in Berlin in October, the sport's governing body said Wednesday.
DeSantis' Appointees Ask Judge to Rule Against Disney Without Need for Trial
A Florida judge should rule without trial against Disney as the company fights Gov. Ron DeSantis' takeover of a board that oversees Walt Disney World, the Republican governor's appointees said in a Tuesday court filing.