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Published on Jul 22, 2020

Alaska city passes ordinance banning LGBTQ discrimination

July 22, 2020Updated: July 22, 2020 6:50 a.m. KETCHIKAN, Alaska (AP) — Alaska's fifth-most populous city has passed an ordinance prohibiting discrimination against LGBTQ people, Alaska's Energy Desk reported. Ketchikan on July 16 approved the …

Source: SF Gate - California - Neutral
Published on Jul 8, 2020

Alaska city approves draft of wide-ranging equal rights law

KETCHIKAN, Alaska — An Alaska city council approved a draft ordinance to protect equal rights for residents covering a range of personal, cultural and social circumstances. The first reading of an equal rights ordinance that passed last Thursday would …

Source: National Newswatch - Uncategorized
Published on Jun 30, 2020

these states still allow the dangerous practice of gay conversion therapy

Homosexuality is not a mental disease. It is not a choice nor is it an addiction. Yet, despite the plethora of widely respected medical organizations that have reiterated the fact for decades many parts of our society continue to treat gayness as an option …

Source: Care2 Healthy Living - Left-wing
Published on Jun 23, 2020

Devil in the detail of SCOTUS ruling on workplace bias puts LGBTQ rights and religious freedom on collision course

Analysis By KELSY BURKE AND EMILY KAZYAK June 22, 2020 Monday PM (SitNews) - The Supreme Court’s landmark ruling extending workplace discrimination protection to cover sexual orientation and gender identity was cheered by LGBTQ people and allies. Indeed, …

Source: SitNews - Alaska - Neutral
Published on Jun 23, 2020

The Supreme Court decision to grant protections to LGBT workers is an important expansion of the Civil Rights Act

Analysis By JULIE MANNING MAGID June 22, 2020 Monday PM (SitNews) - No federal law barring discrimination against LGBT workers in hiring, promoting and firing existed in this country until last week. Although some may have believed LGBT individuals were …

Source: SitNews - Alaska - Neutral
Published on Jun 17, 2020

Supreme Court decision upholding LGBTQ rights spotlights a Republican divide

WASHINGTON — Democrats flooded Twitter and email inboxes this week with praise for the watershed Supreme Court decision shielding gay, lesbian and transgender people from job discrimination. Republicans — not so much. The court's 6-3 ruling came just …

Source: Anchorage Daily News - Alaska - Neutral
Published on Jun 17, 2020

High court decision spotlights GOP divide over LGBT rights

Photo: Manuel Balce Ceneta, AP FILE - In this Oct. 8, 2019, file photo, supporters of LGBTQ rights hold placards in front of the U.S. Supreme Court in Washington. The Supreme Court has ruled that a landmark civil rights law protects gay, lesbian and …

Source: Seatlle Post-Intelligencer - Washington State - Neutral
Published on Jul 21, 2020

New protections for LGBTQ individuals unanimously approved in Ketchikan

Protesters rally on June 5 outside a Ketchikan flower shop that reportedly refused to take an order for a same-sex wedding. (Eric Stone/KRBD) An ordinance that prohibits discrimination against LGTBQ individuals in Ketchikan city limits was passed …

Source: KTOO - Uncategorized
Published on Jun 10, 2020

Alaska rally supports gay couple denied service by florist

KETCHIKAN, Alaska (AP) - Residents rallied in a small Alaska city to support LGBTQ rights after a florist declined to sell flowers for a same-sex wedding. Tommy Varela said Heavenly Creations in Ketchikan told his mother the business would not provide …

Source: The Washington Times - Right-wing
Published on Jun 5, 2020

Trump promises Alaska visit to oppose her

In 2010, Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, was the second person ever to win a U.S. Senate election through write-in votes. (Staff/ Getty Images) In 2010, Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, was the second person ever to win a U.S. Senate election through write-in votes …

Source: Seatlle Post-Intelligencer - Washington State - Neutral
Published on Jun 5, 2020

Sexual Segregation and Homosexuality in Animal Species

Jun 05, 2020 09:50 AM EDT Ecologists have been studying certain male and female animals that use different habitats depending on their sex. Due to their choice of territory, conservation plans do not usually take into account this preference and, thus, may …

Source: NatureWorldNews - Uncategorized
Published on Jul 10, 2020

Ketchikan anti-discrimination ordinance headed toward final vote

Protesters rally on June 5 outside a Ketchikan flower shop that reportedly refused to take an order for a same-sex wedding. (Eric Stone/KRBD) A wide-ranging anti-discrimination ordinance considered by Ketchikan’s city council has received tentative …

Source: KTOO - Uncategorized
Published on May 5, 2020

Pulitzer Prizes: Alaska newspaper, Reuters photos of Hong Kong and writer Colson Whitehead win for 2020

The Anchorage Daily News and ProPublica won the Pulitzer Prize for public service journalism on Monday for revealing one-third of Alaska's villages had no police protection, while the photography staff of Reuters won for documenting last year's …

Source: CBC/Radio-Canada - Public Broadcaster
Published on Apr 17, 2020

‘Circus of Books’ explores how a nice, straight Jewish couple erected a mecca of gay porn

Circus of Books Karen and Barry Mason raised their three kids in 1970s L.A. always making a strict point of never discussing the family business at home. Consequently, little Rachel, Micah, and Josh had no idea their seemingly strait-laced mom and dad …

Source: Metro Weekly - Left-wing
Published on Apr 15, 2020

Netflix's 'Circus Of Books' Profiles Conservative Couple Behind Gay Porn Empire

A new documentary will take an in-depth look at the unlikely origins of a gay adult book and porn shop that became a Los Angeles institution. In “Circus of Books,” due out April 22 on Netflix, filmmaker Rachel Mason profiles her conservative Jewish …

Source: HuffPost - Left-wing
Published on Apr 12, 2020

Bishop who called marriage equality a 'Satanic plot' gives White House Easter blessing

The bishop who delivered the Good Friday Easter blessing at the White House has in the past come under fire for anti-LGBTQ comments. Bishop Harry Jackson conducted the Easter blessing at the White House on Friday and was introduced by President TrumpDonald …

Source: The Hill - Washington DC - Neutral
Published on Mar 24, 2020

NATIONAL Gay attorney dies, lawsuit against HHS, trans woman killed, health news

The LGBT Bar Association of New York, or LeGal, noted that Richard Weber Jr. ( who was a board member ) died from complications related to COVID-19, Law.com reported. LeGal Executive Director Eric Lesh said Weber, 57, died March 18—two days after Weber …

Source: Windy City Times - Left-wing
Published on Mar 11, 2020

Federal court declares South Carolina’s “no promo homo” law unconstitutional

LGBTQ advocates announce a lawsuit challenging South Carolina’s 1988 “no promo homo” law – Photo: SC Equality. A federal court has entered a consent decree that declares a South Carolina law prohibiting LGBTQ content from being discussed in a positive or …

Source: Metro Weekly - Left-wing
Published on Mar 6, 2020

Points of Progress: From Alaska to Nepal, edging towards equity

1. United States Joining Maryland and New Hampshire, Alaska became the third state to prevent employers from paying a subminimum wage to workers with disabilities. Before the change, employers could apply for a waiver to pay workers below the state’s …

Source: Christian Science Monitor - Neutral

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Published on August 2, 2020 - 14:29 GMT

Federation of Gay Games: 8 Cities Move On In The 2026 Gay Games XII Bid Process

FGG Announces 8 Cities Vying To Host Gay Games XII, 2026: Auckland, Brisbane, Guadalajara, Munich, San Diego, Taipei, Toronto, Valencia SAN FRANCISCO, CA, USA, August 2, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Shiv Paul FGG Officer …

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Published on July 27, 2020 - 15:13 GMT

TRAVEL ADVISORY UPDATE: Hwy 19 between Winthrop and Gaylord opens (July 27, 2020)

Hwy 93 south of Henderson to Hwy 169 remains closed due to flooding MANKATO, Minn. – (9 a.m.) Highway 19 between Winthrop and Gaylord opened to traffic around 6:30 a.m. today, Monday, July 27. Highway 19 had been closed due to flooding from Saturday’s …

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Published on July 27, 2020 - 15:13 GMT

TRAVEL ADVISORY: Hwy 93 south of Henderson to Hwy 169 and Hwy 19 between Winthrop and Gaylord remain closed due to ...

MANKATO, Minn. – (4 p.m.) Highway 93 from Henderson to Highway 169 and Highway 19 between Winthrop and Gaylord remain closed due to flooding from last night’s torrential rains. Monday morning traveler’s should be prepared for detours. Highway 93 motorists …

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Published on July 23, 2020 - 23:00 GMT

CapStar Financial Holdings and Gaylon Lawrence Announce Collaborative Agreement

NASHVILLE, Tenn., July 23, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CapStar Financial Holdings, Inc. (“CapStar”, the “Company”) (NASDAQ: CSTR), the parent company of CapStar Bank, and Gaylon Lawrence jointly announced today an agreement to facilitate a strong and …

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Published on December 12, 2019 - 17:59 GMT

**Photo Release** CFO Jimmy Patronis Meets with FEMA Acting Administrator Gaynor in Washington D.C.

12/12/2019 **Photo Release** CFO Jimmy Patronis Meets with FEMA Acting Administrator Gaynor in Washington D.C. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis met with Federal Emergency …

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Published on August 6, 2020 - 19:27 GMT

Retired Federal Probation Officer: Stop Sending People to COVID-Filled Prisons Unnecessarily

In early April, the Rikers Island jail complex in New York City suffered its first coronavirus death: Michael Tyson. Mr. Tyson, 53, had been arrested in late February not because he had committed a crime, but for a technical violation of his parole. As a …

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Published on August 6, 2020 - 19:27 GMT

Tracking Apps are Unlikely to Help Stop COVID-19

The idea of using our cell phones or other technology to help fight COVID-19 has probably received more attention than any other technology issue during the pandemic. Here at the ACLU, we have been skeptical of schemes to use apps for contact tracing or …

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Published on August 6, 2020 - 14:06 GMT

First Lady, Agriculture Secretary: Every Pennsylvanian Deserves Access to Fresh, Local Food

First Lady Frances Wolf and Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding will be joined by Congressman Dwight Evans and food industry leaders to discuss how Pennsylvania’s $10 million Fresh Food Financing Initiative aims to address hunger, food insecurity and …

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Published on August 7, 2020 - 15:39 GMT

Moms Demand Action Names Michael Weinstein a “Gun Sense Candidate” for House District 81

Weinstein receives support from gun safety organization and leader Fred Guttenberg, Parkland parent and gun safety activist PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, August 7, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Michael Weinstein, Democratic candidate …

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Published on August 7, 2020 - 15:15 GMT

Once Upon a Time All Humans Had Dark Skin

Skin color, eye color, and hair texture are the primary ways human bodies adapt to intense sunlight in the tropics JACKSON, WYOMING, UNITED STATES, August 7, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Humans thrive on Earth only when they absorb just the right …

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Published on August 7, 2020 - 10:00 GMT

I Change Nations Productive Business Civility & Civility360 Honor Challenged Champions & Heroes National Awareness Day.

Global Civility Leaders from around the world came together to discuss and address the Global Special Needs and brought forth solutions for inclusion for all PHOENIX, ARIZONA, USA, August 7, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Productive Business …

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Published on August 7, 2020 - 06:29 GMT

Christian single hitting music platforms highlights work of changemakers

‘Change’ by Kate Stanford spotlights nonprofits making a difference in the world during difficult times AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, August 7, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new song featuring the vocal stylings of rising Christian artist Kate …

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Published on August 7, 2020 - 16:21 GMT

Coronavirus - Africa: Germany supports Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in rebuilding seed systems in Southern ...

Download logo In Sub-Saharan Africa, around 80 percent of seeds used by smallholder farmers come from seed systems managed by farmers. Local seeds have adapted over centuries to local growing conditions and are more tolerant to weather changes, climate …

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Published on August 7, 2020 - 16:20 GMT

Coronavirus - Africa: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) + Belgium Innovative solutions for ...

Download logo Partnership at a Glance Belgium is a key strategic partner for the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), supporting the Organization’s mandate for both humanitarian and development activities. The country is …

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Published on August 7, 2020 - 16:20 GMT

Coronavirus - Africa: COVID-19 L3 Emergency - External Situation Report

Download logo Highlights The COVID-19 pandemic is making the poorest poorer, and the hungriest hungrier. WFP is mobilising to meet the needs of up to 138 million people in 2020 — including by scaling up to assist over 750,000 people with multi-purpose cash …

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Published on August 7, 2020 - 16:20 GMT

Coronavirus: Zimbabwe Situation Report

Download logo HIGHLIGHTS As of 5 August, 4,339 COVID-19 cases and 84 deaths were conﬁrmed, with 75 per cent of cases due to local transmission. From 1 April to 5 August, over 14,044 Zimbabwean migrants returned from neighbouring countries, with over 1,300 …

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Published on August 7, 2020 - 14:49 GMT

Coronavirus - Sudan: COVID-19, flooding and pockets of violence continue to drive humanitarian needs in Sudan

Download logo Number of COVID-19 transmissions continue to increase in Sudan. Nearly 11,800 people had contracted the virus, including 763 who died from the disease, as of 3 August. Since the start of the pandemic, over 36,000 children in White Nile …

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Published on August 7, 2020 - 14:49 GMT

Coronavirus – Africa: Emergency Grant Aid in response to the humanitarian crisis in Burkina Faso, Chad and Niger

Download logo On August 7, the Government of Japan decided to extend Emergency Grant Aid of four million and eight hundred thousand US dollars for the people who became refugees or internally displaced persons due to the deteriorated security conditions …

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Published on August 7, 2020 - 14:49 GMT

Coronavirus - Africa: International Organization for Migration (IOM), UNHCR Mourn Death of 27 People off West African ...

Download logo The International Organization for Migration (IOM), and UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, are deeply saddened at the tragic death of 27 people off the West African coast between the Mauritanian city of Nouadhibou and Dakhla, Western Sahara. A …

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Published on August 7, 2020 - 14:49 GMT

Coronavirus - Somalia: Floods drive over 650,000 Somalis from their homes in 2020

Download logo This is a summary of what was said by UNHCR spokesperson Charlie Yaxley – to whom quoted text may be attributed – at today's press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva. More than 150,000 Somalis have been forced to flee their …

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Published on August 7, 2020 - 13:28 GMT

Coronavirus - South Africa: Lessons of HIV/AIDS key to halting COVID-19 slide, says Red Cross

Download logo A senior Red Cross official has warned that South Africa needed to learn lessons from the country’s fight against HIV/AIDS to help curb the rise in the number of people testing positive for COVID-19, as the number crossed the half a …

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Published on August 7, 2020 - 12:15 GMT

Coronavirus - Africa: Strengthening women’s access to climate information services crucial to improve their ability to ...

Download logo The Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) and the African Institute for Economic Development and Planning (IDEP) on Thursday hosted a webinar in which participants discussed ways through which member States and institutions can strengthen the …

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Published on August 7, 2020 - 12:15 GMT

Rugby, Books & Entrepreneurship

National team players Celestine Masinde and Jacob Ojee share their experiences about rugby,books and entrepreneurship tonight at 7.00pm. Celestine Masinde plays her club rugby for Stanbic Mwamba and is a member of the Kenya Women's national team and an …

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Published on August 7, 2020 - 10:36 GMT

Call for Expression of Interest in Advocacy Reference Group

WHO / Luca Passerini PMNCH is leading a partnership effort to address the impact of COVID-19 on the health and rights of women, children and adolescents. A joint Call to Action aims to mobilize more than 1,000 PMNCH partners and to engage new …

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Published on August 6, 2020 - 20:47 GMT

ArtMattan Films Sets Virtual Theatrical Release Date To August 28, 2020 For Made in Bangladesh

ArtMattan Films sets virtual theatrical release date to August 28, 2020 for TIFF 2019 Official Selection Made in Bangladesh! NEW YORK, NEW YORK, UNITED SATES, August 6, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ArtMattan Films, the film distribution arm of …

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Published on August 6, 2020 - 19:49 GMT

Iran: Mujahedin-e Khalq (MEK) supporters and Resistance Units honor fallen heroes of the 1988 massacre

In August 1988, more than 30,000 political prisoners, were massacred by the clerical regime, making it a manifest case of a crime against humanity. PARIS, FRANCE, August 6, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “We will not forgive, nor forget, the …

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Published on August 6, 2020 - 17:45 GMT

Experts by Experience Share Akathisia Stories

Akathisia Awareness Can Reduce Iatrogenic Suicide CHICAGO, IL, US, August 6, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Institute for Safe Medication Practices states a "fundamental strategy to create change is a simple one—to create compelling stories …

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Published on August 6, 2020 - 20:57 GMT

Coronavirus - Africa: Coronavirus emergency appeal - UNHCR’s preparedness and response plan (REVISED) 5 August 2020

Download logo In light of the unprecedented impact that the COVID-19 outbreak is having across operations worldwide, UNHCR is revising its initial requirements of $33 million and is appealing for an additional $222 million, bringing revised requirements to …

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