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What's Next for the UK as Queen Elizabeth II Laid to Rest
The death of Queen Elizabeth II set in motion a tightly choreographed series of ceremonial and constitutional steps, as Britain undergoes a period of national mourning and enters the reign of King Charles III.
High Court Blocks Recognition of LGBTQ Campus at Yeshiva U
The court acted Friday in a brief order signed by Justice Sonia Sotomayor that indicated the court would have more to say on the topic at some point.
Twitter Reminds Us that Pokémon is in Fact Very Queer
After a Twitter debate ensued about LGBTQ+ representation the Pokémon franchise, we're breaking down some of queerest elements from the anime series and video games.
New PAC Focuses on 'Beatable Bigots,' Saving LGBTQ+ Progress
Politicians who are used to scoring easy points by smearing LGBTQ+ people and threatening their freedoms will now have to contend with a PAC formed specifically to take them down.
From Patient to Staff at Recovery Unplugged
"I thought I could figure it out on my own and I didn't really need any help," says David Mora of addiction recovery. Reality proved the opposite — but with the help of Recovery Unplugged, he prevailed.
Advocates: As Anti-LGBTQ+ Rhetoric Rises, Hate Crimes Increase
The burning of a transgender Pride flag at a Massachusetts church is only part of a wave of anti-LGBTQ+ harassment being driven by hate speech from the right, advocates say.
CDC Reports One-Time Hookups Make Up for 50% of Monkeypox (MPVX) Cases in US
A report from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reports that one-time hook-ups make up for 50% of the monkeypox (or MPVX) cases.
Charles III Proclaimed King at Tradition-Steeped Ceremony
King Charles III was officially announced as Britain's monarch Saturday, in a ceremony steeped in ancient tradition and political symbolism — and, for the first time, broadcast live.
Space Accidents: NTSB, FAA Agree on Leading Investigations
Two federal agencies agreed Friday which one will lead investigations of accidents in the nascent commercial space business that includes launching tourists far above the Earth.
Queen Elizabeth is Featured on Several Currencies. Now What?
The portrait of Queen Elizabeth II has been depicted on currencies in dozens of other places around the world, in a reminder of the British empire's colonial reach. What happens after her death this week?
Computer Experts Urge Georgia to Replace Voting Machines
Computer and election security experts urged Georgia election officials to replace the state's touchscreen voting machines, citing "serious threats" posed by an apparent breach of voting equipment.
U.S. Counts Millionth Organ Transplant while Pushing for More
The U.S. counted its millionth organ transplant on Friday, a milestone that comes at a critical time for Americans still desperately waiting for that chance at survival.
Gov. Kristi Noem Tried to Avoid Ethics Hearing, Seal Records
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem asked a state ethics board to dismiss a complaint against her without a public hearing and to seal off certain records, documents released Friday show.
UK Watches to See if King Departs from Mother's Traditions
As the United Kingdom mourns a beloved queen, the nation is already wondering how King Charles III will reign and whether his monarchy will depart from the traditions of his mother.
Elton John Pays Tribute to Queen at His Final Toronto Show
Elton John paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II at his final concert in Toronto on Thursday night, saying he was inspired by her and is sad she is gone.
GOP Senator Ron Johnson Flip-Flops on Marriage Support
Republican Sen. Ron Johnson of Wisconsin did a 180 on his stance toward the Respect for Marriage Act. He had stated support in July, but he now says he "would not support it in its current state."
US May Expand Monkeypox Vaccine Eligibility to Men with HIV
U.S. officials are considering broadening recommendations for who gets vaccinated against monkeypox, possibly to include many men with HIV or those recently diagnosed with other sexually transmitted diseases.
Britain Mourns Queen Elizabeth as Charles Becomes King
Bells tolled around Britain on Friday and mourners flocked to palace gates to honor Queen Elizabeth II, as the country prepared for a new age under a new king.
As Housing Market Cools, Homebuyers Regain Leverage
Years of soaring home prices and sharply higher mortgage rates remain hurdles for many would-be homebuyers, but new data shows that they're regaining some leverage at the negotiating table.
Florida School Board Votes Down Recognizing LGBTQ+ Month
The Miami-Dade School Board overwhelming decided against recognizing October as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer History month which included a measure to teach 12th graders about two Supreme Court cases affecting the LGBTQ community.