The Supreme Court recently made a decision that affects how sex is listed on U. S. passports. They allowed the current administration to require that the sex marker on passports match the person's sex assigned at birth. This change impacts transgender and nonbinary individuals who have been using passports that reflect their gender identity. The court's decision is ...
The latest report from GLAAD reveals that out of 489 LGBTQ characters currently on TV, a significant 41% are set to disappear due to show cancellations. This news has sparked discussions about representation and viewer engagement. Interestingly, the number of LGBTQ characters on TV has seen a notable increase over the past two decades, growing from just 47 character...
Pain relief after knee or hip replacement is super important. But, doctors have a tough job picking the best painkiller. There are lots of options, but not enough info on how they compare. Old studies only looked at two treatments at a time. They didn't cover all the choices or consider how different painkillers work in different ways. So, a big comparison of all th...
A large group of Indian Sikhs recently traveled to Pakistan for a significant religious event. This journey happened after a long time of no such visits due to political issues between the two countries. The border, which was shut because of a conflict, was opened just for this occasion. The Sikh pilgrims went to a special place in Pakistan called Nankana Sahib. Thi...
The EU is facing a tough situation. They want to help Ukraine with money in 2026 and 2027. The plan is to use frozen Russian assets, mostly held in Belgium. These assets could be turned into a loan for Ukraine. But there are some big hurdles to overcome. First, Belgium has concerns. They want guarantees from other EU countries. What if Russia suddenly gets its asset...
In a recent development, authorities in Detroit have charged two young men with planning a terrorist attack. The suspects, aged 20, had been preparing for a potential assault on LGBTQ+ bars in the suburbs. They were inspired by the extremist ideologies of the Islamic State group, according to a detailed criminal complaint. The investigation revealed that the men had...
Kristin Chenoweth, a well-known actress, recently opened up about a difficult period in her life. This period started when she made comments about the death of Charlie Kirk, a right-wing activist. These comments did not go down well with her fans, especially those from the LGBTQ+ community. Chenoweth, who is a Tony-winning actress, spoke about this in an interview. ...
The U. S. has recently raised its travel warning for Tanzania. This means they think it's riskier to visit now. The main concerns are safety issues like crime, terrorism, and protests. There's also a specific warning about harassment of gay and lesbian people. The warning was updated after the national election. Elections can be tense, and this one led to more prote...
Lithuania's film scene is buzzing with a new crime drama called "The Activist. " This movie is the third in a series by director Romas Zabarauskas, following "The Lawyer" and "The Writer. " It stars Robertas Petraitis, who you might know from "The Southern Chronicles, " Lithuania's hopeful Oscar contender. The story kicks off with a shocking murder. Deividas, a well...
RD Riccoboni, a well-known artist from San Diego, has always had a unique way of telling stories through his paintings. His bold and colorful artworks often depict scenes and characters from the LGBTQ community, making him a beloved figure in the art world. But Riccoboni didn't stop at painting. He decided to take his storytelling to the next level by writing a book....