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Despite brand boycotts and backlashes, Pride events see solid corporate support
Some brands are pulling out of Pride events, especially in areas with anti-LGBTQ legislation, but many more are holding firm or deepening their support for the community.
Meet the Black outdoorsy groups reclaiming the joys of nature
Black people across the country are enjoying the outdoors by forming their own communities of nature enthusiasts.
Pennsylvania trooper killed in shootout with gunman who had engaged police
A Pennsylvania state trooper was killed in a shootout with a suspect who earlier had confronted police at a state barracks, where another officer was injured, authorities said.
Blinken arrives in Beijing on mission to cool U.S.-China tensions
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Beijing early Sunday on a high-stakes diplomatic mission to try to cool U.S.-China tensions
Amid a slow start, Biden hits 2024 campaign trail with a nod to labor support
Two months after President Biden announced plans to seek reelection, his campaign operation is still very much a work in progress.
Putin meets with African leaders in Russia to discuss Ukraine peace plan, but no visible progress
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday met with a group of leaders of African countries who traveled to Russia on a self-styled “peace mission” the day after they went to Ukraine, but the meeting ended with no visible progress.
People are still being awful on flights, and no one really knows why
Recent data on fliers’ conduct in the skies shows carriers are still dealing with high levels of bad behavior, long after mask mandates were scrapped.
Homeowners in states hobbled by extreme weather are running out of options to protect their homes
In California, there have been eight disaster events since 2020 totaling between $20 billion and $50 billion in damages combined. It’s worse in Florida.
Cancer was once considered a disease of aging but rates among young people are rising rapidly
More young people are being diagnosed with cancer. It’s likely due to better screening, as well as lifestyle factors like obesity, lack of exercise and alcohol.