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NYPD Digs Deeper into Druggings and Robberies of Gay Bar Patrons
The NYPD announced that it's going to be looking into cases of drugging and robbery targeting gay bar patrons — some dating back decades —following the deaths of two victims last year.
Microsoft Stakes Xbox Video Game Sales on Long-awaited Space Adventure Starfield
One small step for an intrepid crew of 24th century space explorers could be a giant leap — or flop — for Microsoft when the Xbox-maker launches its long-awaited video game Starfield.
Cases of Check Fraud Escalate Dramatically, with Americans Warned Not to Mail Checks if Possible
Check fraud is back in a big way, fueled by a rise in organized crime that is forcing small businesses and individuals to take additional safety measures or to avoid sending checks through the mail.
Pulse Gay Club Victims Remembered on 7th Anniversary of Massacre
Across central Florida, the 49 victims killed and dozens more survivors of the massacre at a gay nightclub were remembered with the unveiling of a mural and an overnight vigil at the site of the Pulse club, the seventh anniversary of the tragedy.
Rachel Maddow's 'Deja News' Podcast a Boon to Fans who Like Her Historical Tangents
Rachel Maddow has something special for anyone who appreciates the occasional digressions into history on her weekly MSNBC show.
Spanish Soccer Stars Slam Trolls' Homophobic Responses to their Handbags
Spanish soccer stars Aitor Ruibal and Borja Iglesias, who play for Seville's Real Betis, went after social media trolls who posted homophobic remarks about the handbags they carried to a recent wedding.
Moms for Liberty Rises as Power Player in GOP Politics after Attacking Schools over Gender, Race
Moms for Liberty didn't exist during the last presidential campaign, but the Florida-based nonprofit that champions "parental rights" in education has rapidly become a major player for 2024, boosted in part by GOP operatives, politicians and donors.
Transgender Women Open Up about Their Suffering Under Argentina's Dictatorship
Julieta González stepped inside the blocky white building where the Argentine military dictatorship held her for a month, and the flashbacks began.
The Great Grift: How Billions in COVID-19 Relief Aid was Stolen or Wasted
Fraudsters used the Social Security numbers of dead people and federal prisoners. Cheaters collected those benefits in multiple states. And federal loan applicants weren't cross-checked.
Kansas Pride Grand Marshall, Mr. Gay America Aniseto Herrera-Lyell is on a Mission
As Grand Marshall of Kansas City's 2023 Pride Parade and 2022 Mr. Gay America, Aniseto Herrera-Lyell is using his public persona to promote queer rights in an increasingly confrontational America.
Social Media Challenges Propel Pride Flag Thefts, Arson
Social media challenges, including one called "Capture the Flag," are helping push incidents of arson, property theft, and vandalism targeting Pride flags at businesses and private residences.
SEC Lawsuits Against Cryptocurrency Companies Raise Questions about Industry's Future
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filed lawsuits against the world's biggest cryptocurrency exchanges, deepening tensions between the government and a volatile industry.
Ted Kaczynski, Known as the 'Unabomber,' Died of Suicide
Ted Kaczynski, known as the "Unabomber," who carried out a bombing campaign, died by suicide, four people familiar with the matter told The Associated Press.
Trump Allies Cite Clinton Email Probe to Attack Classified Records Case. There are Big Differences
As Donald Trump prepares for a court appearance on charges related to the hoarding of top-secret documents, Republican allies are amplifying claims he is the target of a political prosecution.
Meet the LGBTQ Activist who Challenged his Caribbean Country's Anti-sodomy Law and Won
Facing ostracism and risking his life as the public face of the LGBTQ movement, Orden David took his government to court in 2022 to demand an end to his country's anti-sodomy law.
Baseless Anti-trans Claims Fuel Harmful Laws
The criminological research is clear that anti-trans laws do not help the people they are claimed to protect. In fact, these laws inflict harm on people who are even more vulnerable.
England's Health Service Says it Won't Give Puberty Blockers to Children at Gender Clinics
The publicly funded health service in England has decided it will not routinely offer puberty-blocking drugs to children at gender identity clinics, saying more evidence is needed about the potential benefits.
Laws in the Caribbean Region that Criminalize Gay Sex
Several Caribbean nations have struck down laws criminalizing same-sex relations. Still, discrimination against LGBTQ people persists across the conservative and mostly Christian Caribbean.
Elvis Presley's Cousin Lifts Democrats' Hopes in Mississippi Governor's Race
Conservative Mississippi is tough territory for Democrats, but they're pinning hopes in November on a candidate with a legendary last name.
Abstinence Not Required: How a Baltimore Drug Treatment Program Prioritizes Saving Lives
The so-called harm reduction model, which has received endorsement and funding from the Biden administration, offers potentially life-saving services.