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South African Scientists Detect New Virus Variant Amid Spike
A new coronavirus variant has been detected in South Africa that scientists say is a concern because of its high number of mutations and rapid spread among young people in Gauteng, the country's most populous province,
Out in the World: Campaign Tackles Puerto Rico's LGBTQ Violence Issues; Travel Initiative Launched
This year marks a new beginning for Puerto Rico's LGBTQ community following the deadliest year for transgender people in the U.S. territory in 2020.
Saudi Critic's Fiancee Urges Justin Bieber to Cancel F1 Show
Pop star Justin Bieber is facing growing calls to cancel his concert in Saudi Arabia next month.
2021 Now Deadliest Year on Record, with 45 Trans Victims of Lethal Violence
With reports of the death of Marquiisha Lawrence, violent killings of transgender people in 2021 has reached at least 45 known victims — the most ever in a single year.
Thirst-trapping Thomas Beattie Inspired Josh Cavallo to Come Out
Thomas Beattie inspired Josh Cavallo to come out.
Stores Kick Off Black Friday but Pandemic Woes Linger
Retailers are expected to usher in the unofficial start to the holiday shopping season Friday with bigger crowds than last year in a closer step toward normalcy
World Takes Action as New Variant Emerges in Southern Africa
A slew of nations moved to stop air travel from southern Africa on Friday, and stocks plunged in Asia and Europe in reaction to news of a new, potentially more transmissible COVID-19 variant.
Afghan Girl From Famous Cover Portrait Is Evacuated To Italy
National Geographic magazine's famed green-eyed "Afghan Girl" has arrived in Italy as part of the West's evacuation of Afghans following the Taliban takeover of the country, the Italian government said Thursday.
Biden Wishes Americans Happy, Closer-To-Normal Thanksgiving
President Joe Biden on Thursday wished Americans a happy and closer-to-normal Thanksgiving, the second celebrated in the shadow of the coronavirus pandemic, in remarks welcoming the resumption of holiday traditions by millions of U.S. families.
Their Own Words May Have Doomed Men Who Killed Ahmaud Arbery
The video of Ahmaud Arbery's shotgun death was a shocking piece of evidence that suddenly brought the Black man's killing into the national consciousness.
'Yassification' is Making the World a Gayer Place
The image-editing craze known as 'yassification' is trending on Twitter. See why this gay-inspired meme has caught on.
Court Revives Lawsuit Of Teacher Fired For Same-Sex Marriage
A lawsuit filed by a teacher who was fired from his job at a Catholic high school in Indianapolis for being in a same-sex marriage can proceed, a state appeals court ruled.
Ahmad Arbery's Mom: Thankful for Justice and Son's Legacy
Ahmaud Arbery's mother woke up Thursday with a new, very important blessing on Thanksgiving Day.
The Santa Experience This Year Is a Mix of Laps, Distancing
Santa is back this year, but he pleads caution as he continues to tiptoe through the pandemic.
Chinese Fashion Photographer In Dior Controversy Apologizes
A renowned Chinese fashion photographer has apologized for her past work after online critics called it insulting to the Chinese people and fashion house Dior removed one of her photos from a show in Shanghai.
Watch: Rachel Maddow Calls Proud Boys, Oath Keepers Names 'Really Gay'
MSNBC host Rachel Maddow says Proud Boys and Oath Keepers names "sound really gay." She recommended "Lesbian Avengers" as an alternative name for the groups.
Holiday Season Moves into High Gear but Challenges Remain
Buoyed by solid hiring, healthy pay gains and substantial savings, shoppers are returning to stores and splurging on all types of items.
Macy's Thanksgiving Parade Returns, with All the Trimmings
Crimped by the coronavirus pandemic last year, the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is returning Thursday in full albeit with precautions.
Explainer: Trio Guilty of Killing Ahmaud Arbery. What Now?
The killing was captured on video and shared around the world: Ahmaud Arbery running toward and then around an idling pickup truck before its driver blasted him at close range with a shotgun.
On the Road Again: Travelers Emerge in Time for Thanksgiving
Determined to reclaim Thanksgiving traditions that were put on pause last year by the pandemic, millions of Americans will be loading up their cars or piling onto planes to gather again with friends and family.