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Oct 17 2025POLITICS

South Africa's Silent Struggle: Why Conversion Therapy Still Exists

South Africa is known for its progressive stance on LGBTQ+ rights, but there's a big problem that's often overlooked. The country hasn't banned conversion therapy, which is a major issue. Conversion therapy is when people try to change someone's sexual orientation or gender identity. It's widely see

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Oct 15 2025CELEBRITIES

Dan and Phil: A Love Story That Took 14 Years to Unfold

Dan Howell and Phil Lester, popular YouTubers, have finally opened up about their relationship. They've been together since 2009, but it's taken them until now to share this with the world. In a recent video, they talked about their journey, the struggles they faced, and why they chose to come out n

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Oct 10 2025POLITICS

Singapore's Online LGBTQ+ Talks: A Decade in Review

Singapore is a place where old and new ideas mix in interesting ways. The country is very tech-savvy, but it still has a law from colonial times that makes homosexuality illegal. This law, called Section 377A, was not strictly enforced, but it was still there. It was like a reminder of what society

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Oct 01 2025FINANCE

AMC Entertainment Takes a Step Towards Financial Health

AMC Entertainment has made a significant move to improve its financial standing. The company has managed to cut down its debt by nearly $40 million. This reduction is part of a larger plan to reorganize its finances, which was put into action earlier this year. What's interesting here is that AMC a

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Sep 27 2025FINANCE

Big Banks Scale Back Loan Plans for Tech Buyout

In a move that shows the power of investor skepticism, a group of major banks, including Banco Santander SA, has decided to shrink the size of a loan meant to finance the acquisition of Verint Systems Inc. by Thoma Bravo. This isn't just a small tweak—we're talking a big cut, from around $2. 7 billi

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Sep 19 2025RELIGION

Louisiana's Faith Communities Come Together for Unity and Empowerment

In Baton Rouge, a special event is taking place to celebrate unity and inclusivity. Inclusive Louisiana, a group within the Episcopal Diocese, is hosting a Eucharist celebration and reception. This event is open to everyone, reflecting their mission to embrace all, especially the LGBTQ+ community an

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Sep 16 2025FINANCE

Unpacking the U. S. Debt Situation: A Closer Look at the Numbers

People are talking about a big U. S. debt situation. Some say Russia knows something about it. But let's focus on the facts. The U. S. debt is huge. It's $37 trillion. That's a lot of money. Some think it will grow to $70 trillion. That's what E. B. Tucker thinks. He's an expert in money matters.

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Sep 08 2025BUSINESS

Investors Bet Big on WEBTOON: What's Driving the Hype?

WEBTOON Entertainment Inc. has caught the eye of major investors, signaling growing confidence in the digital storytelling platform. American Century Companies Inc. significantly increased its stake in WEBTOON by 193. 3% in the first quarter, now holding 43, 800 shares worth $336, 000. This isn't an

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Sep 04 2025POLITICS

Trans Artists Seek Refuge: The Unseen Struggle of U. S. Trans People

In a small town in the Netherlands, Veronica Clifford Carlos, a 28-year-old artist, is fighting for a chance to stay. She left her home in San Francisco after facing severe threats due to her identity as a trans woman. Veronica is not alone in her struggle; many others are seeking asylum in the Neth

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Aug 27 2025ENVIRONMENT

Climate Change and the Debt Trap: A Growing Crisis for Vulnerable Nations

Climate change is not just about rising temperatures and extreme weather. It's also about money. Many countries that are most affected by climate change are also struggling with huge amounts of debt. These countries, which make up the Climate Vulnerable Forum's Vulnerable Twenty Group (CVF-V20), are

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