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Paris Dazzles with a Rainy Olympics Opening Ceremony on the Seine River

International

How Olympics Opening Ceremony Artistic Director Thomas Jolly is Capturing the Essence of France
How Olympics Opening Ceremony Artistic Director Thomas Jolly is Capturing the Essence of France

In a luxurious hotel room on the 16th floor, overlooking the heart of Paris and the iconic Seine River, Thomas Jolly prepares for the grand spectacle that will...

by Tom Nouvian | Jul 25

Reports: Grindr Partially 'Blocked' in Olympic Village to Protect Queer Athletes
Reports: Grindr Partially 'Blocked' in Olympic Village to Protect Queer Athletes

Reports say that Grindr's "explore" function has been suspended at the Olympic Village in Paris to help protect queer athletes representing homophobic countries...

by Kilian Melloy | Jul 24

National

Former Kentucky County Clerk Kim Davis, who Opposed Gay Marriage, Appeals Ruling over Attorney Fees
Former Kentucky County Clerk Kim Davis, who Opposed Gay Marriage, Appeals Ruling over Attorney Fees

A former Kentucky county clerk who refused to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples a decade ago is appealing a ruling ordering her to pay thousands in...

Jul 25

Florida School Board Unlikely to Fire Mom whose Transgender Daughter Played on Girls Volleyball Team
Florida School Board Unlikely to Fire Mom whose Transgender Daughter Played on Girls Volleyball Team

A Florida school board appeared unlikely Tuesday to fire an employee whose transgender daughter played girls' high school volleyball in alleged violation of...

by Terry Spencer | Jul 23

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Politics

Watch: Kamala Harris is Using Beyoncé's 'Freedom' as her Campaign Song: What to Know About the Anthem
Watch: Kamala Harris is Using Beyoncé's 'Freedom' as her Campaign Song: What to Know About the Anthem

In Vice President Kamala Harris' first 2024 presidential campaign video, a familiar rhythm rings out. The clip, which touches on issues of gun violence, health...

by Maria Sherman | Jul 25

1,000+ Leaders from the Queer Community Show Their Support for Kamala Harris
1,000+ Leaders from the Queer Community Show Their Support for Kamala Harris

It hasn't taken long for leaders from the LGBTQ+ community to coalesce in a big way behind Vice President Kamala Harris in support of her candidacy for the...

by Kilian Melloy | Jul 25

Business

Effective Strategies for Performance Reviews in Tech Startups
Effective Strategies for Performance Reviews in Tech Startups

It is crucial to perform appraisals for outstanding performers to facilitate individual growth as well as to ensure they are in line with the organization's...

Jul 23

Why Investing in Portable Stage Platforms Is a Game-Changer for Event Planners
Why Investing in Portable Stage Platforms Is a Game-Changer for Event Planners

Let's delve deeper into why investing in stage platforms can be a wise move for event planners.

Jul 23

Health

Experts Say a Twice-Yearly Injection that Offers 100% Protection Against HIV is 'Stunning'
Experts Say a Twice-Yearly Injection that Offers 100% Protection Against HIV is 'Stunning'

Twice-yearly shots used to treat AIDS were 100% effective in preventing new infections in women, according to study results published Wednesday.

by Maria Cheng and Gerald Imray | Jul 24

Richard Simmons, a Fitness Guru Who Mixed Laughs and Sweat, Dies at 76
Richard Simmons, a Fitness Guru Who Mixed Laughs and Sweat, Dies at 76

Richard Simmons, television's hyperactive court jester of physical fitness who built a mini-empire in his trademark tank tops and short shorts by urging the...

by Mark Kennedy | Jul 13