News

Most in U.S. Say Don't Ban Race in College Admissions

NATIONAL | By Collin Binkley and Emily Swanson | May 31, 2023

As the Supreme Court decides the fate of affirmative action, most U.S. adults say the court should allow colleges to consider race as part of the admissions process.

Rebuilding Notre Dame's Fire-ravaged Roof Transports Workers back to Middle Ages

INTERNATIONAL | By Jeffrey Schaeffer | May 31, 2023

Medieval carpenters would surely be amazed to see how woodworking techniques they pioneered in building Notre Dame Cathedral more than 800 years ago are being used again today.

HBO Estimates 2.9 Million Watched 'Succession' Finale on Sunday Night

NATIONAL | May 30, 2023

HBO said 2.9 million people watched or streamed the series finale of "Succession" on Sunday night, a series record that is expected to grow as delayed viewing is taken into account.

Ted Cruz Shows Compassion over Uganda's 'Kill the Gays' Law and Trolls Attack

POLITICS | By Kilian Melloy | May 30, 2023

Uganda's new anti-LGBTQ+ law — which punishes some same-sex activity with death — is so repugnant even Ted Cruz came out against it. But some on the right attacked Cruz for his display of compassion.

What Will Erdogan's Victory Mean for Turkey's LGBTQ+ Community?

INTERNATIONAL | By Suzan Fraser and Zeynep Bilginsoy | May 30, 2023

Erdogan once called the mistreatment of gay people "inhumane" but now refers to members of LGBTQ community as "deviants." Anti-gay rhetoric only escalated during Erdogan's campaign.

Uganda's President Signs Into Law Tough Anti-Gay Legislation With Death Penalty In Some Cases

Uganda's President Signs Into Law Tough Anti-Gay Legislation With Death Penalty In Some Cases

INTERNATIONAL | By Rodney Muhumuza | May 30, 2023

Uganda's president has signed into law tough new anti-gay legislation supported by many in this East African country but widely condemned by rights activists and others abroad.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's Impeachment Fight isn't Finished Yet

POLITICS | By Jim Vertuno and Jake Bleiberg | May 30, 2023

The Texas Legislature already made one historic move with its impeachment of Republican state Attorney General Ken Paxton. Another one is coming.

Swatch's CEO Contests Malaysian PM Over Seized Pride Watch Collection

Swatch's CEO Contests Malaysian PM Over Seized Pride Watch Collection

INTERNATIONAL | May 30, 2023

Swatch has contested Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's remarks that the rainbow-coloured watches that were seized from its Pride Collection displayed symbols related to the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer+ (LGBTQ+) community.

Crucial Days Ahead as Debt Ceiling Deal Goes for Vote

BUSINESS | By Lisa Mascaro and Aamer Madhani | May 30, 2023

President Joe Biden says he "feels good" about the debt ceiling and budget deal negotiated with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy as the White House and congressional leaders work to ensure its passage.

DeSantis Kicks Off Presidential Campaign in Iowa as he Steps Up Criticism of Trump

POLITICS | By Thomas Beaumont | May 30, 2023

Ron DeSantis plans to kick off his presidential campaign in Iowa on Tuesday, the start of a busy week that will take him to 12 cities in three states.

China Plans to Land Astronauts on Moon, Expand Space Station

INTERNATIONAL | May 29, 2023

China's burgeoning space program plans to place astronauts on the moon before 2030 and expand the country's orbiting space station, officials said Monday.

Watch: Rep. Glenn Grothman Slams Biden for Not Nominating Enough Straight White Men

POLITICS | By Emell Adolphus | May 29, 2023

Republican Rep. Glenn Grothman of Wisconsin apparently has a problem with the Biden administration's efforts to diversity the federal judiciary.

Nun whose Body Shows Little Decay Since 2019 Death Draws Hundreds to Rural Missouri

Nun whose Body Shows Little Decay Since 2019 Death Draws Hundreds to Rural Missouri

NATIONAL | By Trisha Ahmed | May 29, 2023

Hundreds of people flocked to a small town in Missouri this week and last to see a Black nun whose body has barely decomposed since 2019.

Russia Issues Arrest Warrant for Lindsey Graham Over Ukraine Comments

Russia Issues Arrest Warrant for Lindsey Graham Over Ukraine Comments

POLITICS | May 29, 2023

Russia's Interior Ministry on Monday issued an arrest warrant for U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham following his comments related to the fighting in Ukraine.

As Rising Oceans Threaten NYC, Study Documents Another Risk: The City Is Sinking

As Rising Oceans Threaten NYC, Study Documents Another Risk: The City Is Sinking

NATIONAL | By Bobby Caina Calvan | May 29, 2023

If rising oceans aren't worry enough, add this to the risks New York City faces: The metropolis is slowly sinking under the weight of its skyscrapers, homes, asphalt and humanity itself.

Diverse Republican Presidential Primary Field Sees An Opening in 2024 with Voters of Color

Diverse Republican Presidential Primary Field Sees An Opening in 2024 with Voters of Color

POLITICS | By Steve Peoples and Gary Fields | May 28, 2023

Race has emerged as a central issue — and a delicate one — in the 2024 presidential contest as the GOP's primary field so far features four candidates of color, making it among the most racially diverse ever.

What's on DeSantis' Agenda? A Look at the Laws He Passed as Florida Governor, from Abortion to Guns

What's on DeSantis' Agenda? A Look at the Laws He Passed as Florida Governor, from Abortion to Guns

POLITICS | By Anthony Izaguirre | May 28, 2023

From the death penalty to gender identity to abortion, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has cemented himself as a conservative standard-bearer in the lead-up to his 2024 presidential announcement.

Mpox is Down, but US Cities could be at Risk for Summertime Outbreaks

Mpox is Down, but US Cities could be at Risk for Summertime Outbreaks

HEALTH | By Mike Stobbe | May 28, 2023

The mpox health emergency has ended, but U.S. health officials are aiming to prevent a repeat of last year's outbreaks.

Grindr's Desktop Version Promises 'Edgier Content,' Bigger Photos

BUSINESS | By Kilian Melloy | May 28, 2023

Grindr is coming to your desktop in a new web version that will let users see up to six profiles simultaneously and enjoy "edgier content" and bigger photos.

Orlando Police Investigate 'Kill The Gays' Sign, Politicians Condemn Incident

Orlando Police Investigate 'Kill The Gays' Sign, Politicians Condemn Incident

NATIONAL | May 28, 2023

A traffic sign in Orlando, FL hacked to read 'KILL ALL GAYS' on Wednesday is being investigated by police and condemned by politicians.

3191 - 3210 of 102305 Stories