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Kasatkina 'given guarantees' on safety of gay players in Saudi
Daria Kasatkina, one of the few openly gay players on the WTA Tour, says she has been “given guarantees” about her safety should she compete in Saudi Arabia.BBC News - Top stories -
Michelangelo and the most sublime declarations of gay love in art
Michelangelo announced his love for a young upper-class gentleman in verse and prose, but he also gave Tommaso de’ Cavalieri some of the greatest homoerotic drawings ever created – now taking centre stage at the British Museum. Tommaso de’ ...The Guardian - World -
Expanded so-called 'Don't Say Gay' education restrictions advance in Alabama
Alabama is on track to further restrict discussions of "gender identity or sexual orientation" in public schools in a new proposal of the so-called "Don't So Gay" law.ABC News - Top stories -
Biden Administration Restores Health Protections for Gay and Transgender People
The Health and Human Services Department finalized a rule prohibiting discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity, reversing a Trump-era policy.The New York Times - Top stories - Joe Biden -
‘Outrageous’ climate activists get in the faces of politicians and oil bosses – will it work?
As the climate crisis has deepened, protesters have become more confrontational – and their ambitions have grown. The head of ExxonMobil told to “eat shit” as he was about to receive an award. A US senator and coal boss called a “sick fuck”, ...The Guardian - World - Climate -
Teamsters union endorses activist Ancora in Norfolk Southern proxy fight
The activist at Norfolk Southern won support of the Teamsters union, a key endorsement as Ancora seeks to convince shareholders their plan is the right option.CNBC - Business -
California university cancels event over Gaza protests
Meanwhile, hundreds of students march in Washington DC, and congresswoman Ilhan Omar joins protesters at a New York campus.BBC News - Top stories - California -
Activist Ancora endorsed by second Norfolk Southern union, splitting labor support
The BLET Teamsters said they would back activist Ancora's efforts to oust Norfolk Southern CEO Alan Shaw in favor of new management.CNBC - Business -
Gaza aid flotilla halted after vessels' flag removed, activists say
A humanitarian aid flotilla destined for Gaza was halted after Guinea Bissau decided to remove its flag from two vessels, activist group Freedom Flotilla Coalition said on Saturday.NBC News - Top stories -
Glass Lewis endorses 6 of activist Ancora's nominees for Norfolk Southern board
Norfolk Southern shareholders should vote for activist Ancora's nominees, proxy advisory firm Glass Lewis recommended, a strong sign of support ahead of a May 9 meeting.CNBC - Business -
Glass Lewis Backs 6 Activist Nominees for Norfolk Southern's Board
Norfolk Southern leaders were dealt a heavy blow in their proxy fight with activist investor Ancora Holdings after proxy advisory firm Glass Lewis endorsed six of Ancora’s seven proposed board nominees.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
Gay actor's speech back on at Pennsylvania school after cancellation over his 'lifestyle'
A Pennsylvania school district has reversed the cancellation of an appearance by actor and children’s book author Maulik PancholyABC News - Top stories -
Gay actor’s speech back on at Pennsylvania school after cancellation over his ‘lifestyle’
A gay actor’s speech that was canceled over his “lifestyle” is back on at a Pennsylvania school after residents spoke out.NBC News - Top stories -
Gay actor's speech back on at Pennsylvania school after cancellation over his 'lifestyle'
A Pennsylvania school district has reversed the cancellation of an appearance by actor and children’s book author Maulik PancholyABC News - Entertainment -
Grindr chief urges caution over giving out personal data on gay dating app
George Arison says users should be careful after Tory MP who shared intimate images was caught in ‘honeytrap’Financial Times - Business -
Baby Reindeer strikes a painful chord for gay and bi men, and I know why: grooming and rape are common | Jeffrey Ingold
Sexual violence within the queer community is rarely visible in the media – we need to see our stories on the small screen. Jeffrey Ingold was a LGBTQ+ consultant on Baby ReindeerRichard Gadd’s critically acclaimed Netflix series Baby Reindeer has ...The Guardian - World -
I’m a Boy. Does Playing Female Characters in Video Games Make Me Gay?
WIRED’s advice columnist answers questions about fantasy vs. reality.Wired - Tech -
Chinese student sentenced to 9 months in prison for harassing pro-democracy activist in Boston
A former Berklee College of Music student from China was sentenced Wednesday to nine months in prison for stalking and threatening a pro-democracy activist.NBC News - Top stories -
Activist Jana Partners calls for a strategic review at Wolfspeed. Here’s how it may develop
Activist investor Jana Partners recently disclosed a stake in the semiconductor company.CNBC - Business -
Hong Kong trans activist gets ID card reflecting gender change after legal battle
A Hong Kong transgender activist has received a new ID card reflecting his gender change, after a yearslong legal battle to change the document, and he vowed to continue working for equality for the LGBTQ+ communityABC News - World - Hong Kong -
Activist wins Goldman prize for effort to clean up California trucking and railway sectors
Andrea Vidaurre helped persuade regulators to adopt rules that will improve air quality for millions in one of US’s smoggiest areas. A grassroots organizer from one of the US’s smoggiest communities has been awarded the prestigious Goldman prize ...The Guardian - World - California -
Hong Kong transgender activist gets ID card reflecting gender change after yearslong legal battle
Hong Kong transgender activist Henry Tse received a new ID card reflecting his gender change, after a yearslong legal battle to change the document.NBC News - Top stories - Hong Kong -
War of words over Norfolk Southern board battle intensifies as railroad slams activist Ancora’s labor negotiation
The war of words in the board battle between Norfolk Southern Corp. and Ancora Holdings Group intensified Monday after the activist investor clinched the support of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen Division of the International ...MarketWatch - Business -
Potential TikTok ban signed into law
President Biden signed into law a foreign aid bill that also includes a provision that could ban TikTok. ByteDance, the Chinese company that owns the popular social media platform, will have to sell it within a certain period of time in order to ...CBS News - Top stories - Tiktok -
Will the Supreme Court rule that Donald Trump is above the law?
Also in today’s newsletter, as traders build up bets of another rate increase we consider what it means for BidenFinancial Times - World - Donald Trump -
For Justice Alito, Presidents Stand Above the Law
He appears willing to allow Trump and future presidents to escape criminal prosecution for their acts.The New York Times - Top stories -
The misguided laws contributing to America’s rural health crisis
CON laws deter new hospitals from forming and, by doing so, exacerbate the rural health care crisis.The Hill - Politics -
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On Alvin Bragg and the art of not taking the law too seriously
Bragg explained his unlikely success by saying, "It just happened that the public happened to appreciate the satirical quality of these crazy things."The Hill - Politics -
Iraq criminalises same-sex relationships in new law
Those flouting the sweeping new morality rules could be jailed for up to 15 years.BBC News - Top stories - Iraq -
New law aims to protect devices from hackers
Speakers, fitness trackers and other internet-connected devices sold in the UK now have to meet new requirements.BBC News - Top stories -
How ‘History and Tradition’ Rulings Are Changing American Law
A new legal standard is gaining traction among conservative judges — one that might turn back the clock on drag shows, gun restrictions and more.The New York Times - Top stories -
Multiple law enforcement officers shot in Charlotte, N.C.
Multiple law enforcement officers were hit by gunfire Monday afternoon in Charlotte, N.C., according to local police. A U.S. Marshals Task Force, which includes officers from different agencies, was conducting an investigation near the 5000 block ...The Hill - Politics -
Biden speaks after signing $95 billion foreign aid package into law
President Biden spoke from the White House Wednesday after signing into law a $95 billion foreign aid package that will send money to Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan. The president had been pushing Congress on the legislation for months. CBS News chief ...CBS News - Top stories - Joe Biden -
New gun laws in Turks and Caicos lead to arrest of American tourist
A warning for Americans traveling to the Caribbean: The territory of Turks and Caicos has enacted strict new laws, with a mandatory minimum prison sentence of 12 years for carrying guns or ammunition. Ryan Watson from Oklahoma is behind bars there ...CBS News - World -
Biden campaign will continue to use TikTok despite divest-or-ban law
US president’s campaign has posted on Chinese-owned video app in attempt to appeal to younger votersFinancial Times - World - Joe Biden -
Biden campaign will continue to use TikTok despite divest-or-ban law
US president’s campaign has posted on Chinese-owned video app in attempt to appeal to younger votersFinancial Times - Business - Joe Biden -
Biden campaign will continue to use TikTok despite divest-or-ban law
US president’s campaign has posted on Chinese-owned video app in attempt to appeal to younger votersFinancial Times - Business - Joe Biden -
Arizona House Votes to Repeal 1864 Abortion Ban
The almost-complete ban on abortions in the state could go into effect as soon as June 8 if the State Legislature does not repeal it, the state’s attorney general said.The New York Times - Top stories - Abortion -
Biden Signs TikTok Ban Bill Into Law. Here’s What Happens Next.
President Biden has signed the bill to force a sale of the video app or ban it. Now the law faces court challenges, a shortage of qualified buyers and Beijing’s hostility.The New York Times - Tech - Joe Biden