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Published on May 24, 2025

Glendale woman and her wife help drive change for same-sex female parents in Italy

Italy's Constitutional Court has ruled to recognize same-sex female couples who have children using in vitro fertilization (IVF) as legally recognized parents, marking a historic change for LGBTQ+ rights in the country. READ ALSO: Pewaukee tattoo shop …

Source: TMJ4 - Wisconsin - Pending
Published on May 22, 2025

Woman suffers facial injuries after ‘homophobic’ attack at McDonald’s

The alleged incident took place at a branch of McDonald’s in Illinois. (Getty) A lesbian has spoken out after allegedly being targeted in a homophobic attack at a branch of McDonald’s. Speaking to ABC News, Kady Grass, said she had gone to a McDonald’s …

Source: Pink News - Left-wing
Published on May 21, 2025

‘Pee-wee Herman’—and His Legacy—Come Out of the Closet as Gay

Prior to his death, Paul Reubens sat down to be interviewed for what would become the new HBO documentary, Pee-wee as Himself. “I really want to set the record straight on a couple things,” the Pee-wee Herman actor says in the film. The filmmakers knew …

Source: The Daily Beast - Left-wing
Published on May 24, 2025

Jussie Smollett to make charitable donations to settle Chicago's hoax attack lawsuit

Weeks after the city of Chicago and Jussie Smollett announced a settlement to resolve their yearslong legal battle over the actor's 2019 claim that he was the victim of a hate crime, Smollett took to social media to disclose the terms of the agreement. …

Source: NBC News - Center-left
Published on May 24, 2025

Jussie Smollett Speaks Out After Reaching Settlement with City of Chicago, Paying $50K to Charity: 'Onward'

NEED TO KNOW Jussie Smollett is speaking out after agreeing to make a $50,000 charitable donation to settle a civil lawsuit with the city of Chicago The lawsuit stemmed from Smollett's allegations he was the victim of a hate crime in 2019 In a …

Source: People - New York - Indeterminate
Published on May 24, 2025

ISU formalizes Queer Studies certificate

The Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (WGSS) Program launched a Queer Studies Certificate in May. As the first undergraduate certificate at Illinois State, the curriculum builds off the existing queer studies concentration, and students currently …

Source: Illinois State University - Neutral
Published on May 24, 2025

Firsst woman poised to lead Community of Christ

Let us read it for you. Listen now. Your browser does not support the audio element. A global church that traces its roots to Mormon prophet Joseph Smith is poised to select a woman to lead it next weekend. Delegates at Community of Christ's world …

Source: Arkansas Democrat Gazette - Pending
Published on May 23, 2025

Jussie Smollett donates $50,000 to charity in Chicago settlement, maintains his innocence

Abimbola 'Bola' Osundairo and Olabinjo 'Ola' Osundairo, who admitted to helping Jussie Smollett with his hoax attack, share their reaction to the Illinois Supreme Court's decision to reverse his conviction. NEWYou can now listen to Fox …

Source: Fox News - Right-wing
Published on May 23, 2025

Jussie Smollett to pay $50K to charity to settle lawsuit over cost of police investigation into his ‘hate crime claim’

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Jussie Smollett, the Empire actor accused of …

Source: The Independent (U.S.) - Center-left
Published on May 23, 2025

The Electronic Frontier Foundation looks back at the games governments played to avoid transparency

In the year 2015, we witnessed the launch of OpenAI, a debate over the color of a dress going viral, and a Supreme Court decision that same-sex couples have the right to get married. It was also the year that the Electronic Frontier Foundation first …

Source: Orlando Weekly - Florida - Left-wing
Published on May 22, 2025

Israeli Embassy staffers killed and House to vote on Trump agenda bill: Morning Rundown

Two Israeli Embassy staffers were killed in a shooting outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C. The massive bill for Donald Trump’s agenda faces a vote in the full House. And a gay rights activist is honored on what would have been his 100th …

Source: NBC News - Center-left
Published on May 23, 2025

Top 10 Labor, Employment, and OSHA Trends for 2025

As we approach midyear, the ArentFox Schiff Labor, Employment & OSHA team highlights some of the most pressing legal issues facing employers this year, including artificial intelligence (AI) regulation at the state level, reshaping of the National …

Source: National Law Review - Neutral
Published on May 22, 2025

Trump once swore revenge on the Pritzker family. Decades later, Penny Pritzker is helping lead Harvard’s resistance ...

Now the two families are at odds again, but this time the stakes are far higher and could reshape the future of Harvard and higher education. Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. As …

Source: The Boston Globe - Massachusetts - Neutral
Published on May 22, 2025

Trump’s War on Trans People: A Legal Survival Guide

The breakneck speed at which the Trump administration has targeted trans people shows no signs of slowing down, even as his earliest anti-trans executive orders face tremendous legal battles and setbacks as courts issue rulings blocking them across the …

Source: The Appeal - Left-wing
Published on May 21, 2025

Transgender student's track meet win sparks heated debate

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Now Playing Transgender student's track meet win sparks heated debate 01:17 UP NEXT Yosemite climbers display transgender pride flag on iconic El Capitan 00:41 Lesbian …

Source: NBC News - Center-left

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Published on May 22, 2025 - 09:40 GMT

Minister Gayton McKenzie congratulates Rayno Nel on historic victory at 2025 World's Strongest Man Competition

The Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie has extended his congratulations to Rayno Nel on becoming the first African and first man from outside Europe and North America to win the prestigious World's Strongest Man title. South Africa is …

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Published on May 21, 2025 - 15:29 GMT

Minister Gayton McKenzie congratulates Rayno Nel on historic victory at 2025 World's Strongest Man Competition

The Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie has extended his congratulations to Rayno Nel on becoming the first African and first man from outside Europe and North America to win the prestigious World's Strongest Man title. South Africa is …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

ChartSquad and pareIT Partner to Bring AI-Powered Medical Record Summarization to Patients and Legal Teams

ChartSquad and pareIT team up to deliver AI-powered medical summaries—making records faster, clearer, and easier for legal teams to use. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ChartSquad, the leading HIPAA-compliant …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 12:37 GMT

Global IVF Services Market: Key Trends, Market Share, Growth Drivers, And Forecast For 2025-2034

The Business Research Company's IVF Services Global Market Report 2025 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2025-2034 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business Research Company’s Latest …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 06:18 GMT

NYF Storytellers Gala Announces Winners Al Jazeera English Honored with Broadcaster of the Year for 9th Consecutive Year

Zinc Media Group Earns Production Company of the Year: All3Media International, TV Globo and Voice of America Honored with Grands NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New York Festivals (NYF) Storytellers Gala …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 06:13 GMT

2025 New York Festivals Storytellers Gala Announces Radio Award Winners: CBC/Radio-Canada is Broadcaster of the Year

Grand Award Honors Go to Bafflegab Productions, Bucket of Eels, and Smoke Trail Productions Limited NEW YORK, NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New York Festivals (NYF) Storytellers Gala announced the 2025 Radio …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

Crinetics Pharmaceuticals to Participate in the Jefferies Global Healthcare Conference 2025

SAN DIEGO, May 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Crinetics Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: CRNX), today announced that company management will participate in the Jefferies Global Healthcare Conference, taking place June 3-5, 2025 in New York, NY. Jefferies …

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Published on May 22, 2025 - 21:57 GMT

From Abrasive to Authentic: Executive Coach Sharmin Banu Helps Tech Leaders Close the EQ–IQ Gap

Executive coach Sharmin Banu helps tech leaders turn intensity into influence, driving stronger teams, better communication, and greater business impact. SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In today’s high-pressure, …

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Published on May 24, 2025 - 18:12 GMT

iChange Nations™ Selects Dr. Sonya A. Robinson of ICN the USA as a Modern Day Hero and Commissions an Award in Her Name

iChange Nations™ Special Envoy Dr. Ruben West Set to Present the Dr. Sonya A. Robinson Visionary Leadership Award In Nairobi Kenya GRAND BLANC , MI, UNITED STATES, May 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- iChange Nations™ is a Culture of Honor System; …

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Published on May 24, 2025 - 17:16 GMT

Village Emergency Room & Urgent ER Care Clinic Enhances 24/7 Access to Emergency Services in League City

LEAGUE CITY, TX, UNITED STATES, May 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Village Emergency Room & Urgent ER Care Clinic, located at 3725 E League City Parkway #150, has reaffirmed its commitment to the League City and Clear Creek community by …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 16:34 GMT

‘Ukraine: For the Children’ Trailer Premieres at Cannes Doc Day

A Woman’s Perspective on Peace, War, and Hope from ELYSIAN’s Karen Floyd, Now Garnering Nearly 30 International Film Awards CANNES, FRANCE, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Marking a powerful beginning to ELYSIAN’s next decade of storytelling, …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 15:48 GMT

Caring For Others’ CEO Presented Honorary Doctor of Humane Letter by The Interdenominational Theological Center

Nonprofit CEO Eslene Richmond-Shockley honored at ITC 2025 Commencement Ceremony ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Caring For Others, a 501c3 with a mission of eradicating poverty, is excited to announce that Mrs. …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Autism Behavior Services, Inc. Spreads Joy with Mother’s Day Gift Basket Initiative at Local Women’s Shelter

SANTA ANA, CA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Autism Behavior Services, Inc. (ABSI) a nationally recognized provider of autism services in Orange County is proud to announce its recent Mother’s Day gift basket initiative, designed to …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

State Level Legal Dangers of Noncompete Agreements

RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Since a federal court overturned the Federal Trade Commission’s April 2024 decision to ban all noncompete agreements, the states of California, Minnesota, North Dakota, and Oklahoma have moved …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

From Galveston to the Gala: SF Bay View Unveils a Juneteenth Fashion Manifesto by Prison Artist C‑Note

Wearable Liberation Meets the Met Gala’s “Tailoring Black Style” Spotlight—A Bay‑Area Exclusive SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The San Francisco Bay View National Black Newspaper has published “Juneteenth  …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 06:37 GMT

American Muslim and Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council Condemns Murder of Israeli Diplomats in Washington, D.C.

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Muslim and Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) expresses its deepest sorrow and unequivocal condemnation of the horrific murder of two Israeli embassy …

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Published on May 22, 2025 - 21:27 GMT

MOM-n-PA free dental clinic coming to Wilkes-Barre

WILKES-BARRE, PA, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 12th MOM-n-PA Dental Mission will be held Friday and Saturday, June 6-7 at the Mohegan Arena at Casey Plaza in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. MOM-n-PA, a program of the Pennsylvania …

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Published on May 22, 2025 - 19:45 GMT

THE AMERICAN HINDU JEWISH CONGRESS JOINS IN SUPPORT OF THE ABRAHAM ACCORDS AND ITS PROMISE OF RELIGIOUS TOLERANCE

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Arthur Kapoor, Chairman, American Hindu Jewish Congress (AHJC), joined with the Abraham Accords Prosperity Group to discuss the next steps following President Donald J. Trump’s …

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Published on May 22, 2025 - 18:09 GMT

5 Steps Towards Taking Long-Term Care Wound Care To The Next Level

To evolve wound care, it will be important for facilities to take a long view...one that is strategic & rooted in a spirit of continuous improvement. NEWTOWN, PA, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For many long-term care facilities, …

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Published on May 22, 2025 - 17:30 GMT

MISSD Spotlights Suicide Prevention, Akathisia, and Medication Risks

Akathisia, a Medication-Induced Disorder, Can Cause Self-Harm, Violence, and Suicide CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Medication-Induced Suicide Prevention and Education Foundation in Memory of Stewart Dolin ( …

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Published on May 22, 2025 - 15:16 GMT

NEW DAY FOUNDATION FOR FAMILIES EXPANDS PHILANTHROPIC REACH WITH NEW MAJOR GIFT OFFICER, FUELING GROWTH & IMPACT

New Day Foundation for Families today announced the addition of Major and Planned Gift Officer Jennifer Dubie to the nonprofit’s staff. ROCHESTER HILLS, MI, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New Day Foundation for Families, a nonprofit …

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Published on May 22, 2025 - 15:08 GMT

Hope Loves Company Founder Jodi O'Donnell-Ames Honored with Inaugural 2025 I AM ALS Trailblazer Award

Founder of Hope Loves Company is recognized for her impact on children of ALS families and trailblazing advocacy in honor of Brian Wallach and Sandra Abrevaya PENNINGTON, NJ, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hope Loves Company ( …

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Published on May 22, 2025 - 14:27 GMT

U.S. Working to Stop Azerbaijani Invasion of Armenia, Says Secretary of State Rubio

Rep. Jim Costa (D-CA) and Chris Smith (R-NJ) Press Trump Administration to Enforce Section 907; Secure Azerbaijan’s Release of Armenian Prisoners WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Secretary of State Marco Rubio …

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Published on May 22, 2025 - 14:15 GMT

Kindness Is Cool Movement Takes Over NYC at Star-Studded 11th Annual MAG Gala

The MAG Gala at Cipriani 25 Broadway featured the Runway of Hope and a bold PSA debut, raising awareness and positioning kindness as strength. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Luisa Díaz Foundation brought …

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Published on May 22, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Pride on the Block 2025 Announces New Venue in West Palm Beach

Get ready—Pride on the Block 2025 is bringing the energy to a new space! We’re taking over The Peach, the artist collective, and the lineup is hotter than ever. WEST PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- All day long, …

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Published on May 22, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Raffles Van Exel Unveils Global Anthem for Peace: Why Oh Why

An All-Star Musical Collaboration Spanning Genres and Nations, United in a Powerful Message of Peace LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Acclaimed music producer, executive producer and humanitarian Raffles Van Exel …

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Published on May 22, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Junaid Family Foundation Signs Letter of Cooperation with Gates Foundation & UNICEF to Advance Maternal Health

JFF is proud to announce the signing of a landmark LoC with the Gates Foundation & UNICEF to strengthen collaboration the scale-up of MMS for women in Pakistan. BEACHWOOD, OH, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Junaid Family …

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Published on May 22, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

Tom Ruck to Deliver Memorial Day Keynote at South Florida National Cemetery: A Call to Honor America’s Fallen

Veterans Advocate and Author Shares a Personal Memorial Day Reflection: “What We Owe Our Heroes” BOYNTON BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nationally recognized author and veteran advocate Tom Ruck will serve as the …

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