State Transgender Controversy

Judge rejects effort to stop transgender college volleyball player competing

The ruling will allow the athlete, who has played all season, to continue playing for her team.

DeWine signs bill restricting bathroom access for transgender Ohio students

Ohio Republican Gov. Mike DeWine signed legislation Wednesday barring transgender students from using school restrooms and locker rooms that match their gender identity, joining more than a dozen ...

Politics - The Hill - 21 hours ago

Ohio governor signs bill limiting bathroom use by transgender students

A ban on transgender students from kindergarten through college using multiperson bathrooms that fit their gender identities has become law in Ohio.

A history of violence: how has Chris Brown survived so much controversy?

A shocking new documentary lays out the many allegations of abuse against the star, from attacking Rihanna to a claim of sexual assault on Diddy’s yacht. On 30 December 2020, Jane Doe, a ...

World - The Guardian - October 29

How recent comments and controversies on both sides influence voters

As both parties face backlash and public scrutiny, recent remarks by Biden and comments from a comedian at a Trump rally have become focal points in the final week before the election. John ...

Eye Opener: President Biden's controversial comment threatens to undermine Harris' message

A controversial comment from President Biden threatens to undermine Kamala Harris' closing argument on unity and getting things done. Also, former President Trump does some damage control after ...

Trump, Harris rally in North Carolina as controversial comments get attention

Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris both addressed crowds in North Carolina Wednesday. This comes after closing arguments from the candidates were clouded by ...

Vice President Harris addresses President Biden's controversial remarks

With just five days to Election Day, Vice President Harris addressed President Biden's controversial remarks, separating herself from his language as she campaigned in Wisconsin.

Trump climbs into garbage truck to mock Biden's "garbage" comment controversy

Former President Trump intensified his response to Biden's recent comments by climbing into a garbage truck and declaring, "250 million Americans are not garbage" as he campaigned in Wisconsin.

Tony Hinchcliffe makes his name amid 'garbage' controversy

Tony Hinchcliffe was a relative unknown to the world of politics before he told a series of off-color jokes about Puerto Rico and Latinos at former President Trump’s Madison Square Garden rally ...

Politics - The Hill - October 31

Eagles' Saquon Barkley's controversial fumble leads to Trayvon Walker touchdown for Jaguars

Barkley appeared to be down, but the review was ruled a fumble

Sports - CBS Sports - November 3

Mexico's High Court Fails to Block Controversial Judicial Overhaul

President Claudia Sheinbaum says she won’t comply with any ruling made by the Supreme Court over a judicial system shake-up.

World - The Wall Street Journal - November 5

Controversial bill to reinterpret New Zealand’s founding document reaches parliament

The widely criticised bill aims to redefine Treaty of Waitangi principles that guide relations between Māori and ruling authorities. New Zealand’s Treaty of Waitangi explained in 30 seconds A ...

World - The Guardian - November 6

Calhanoglu’s controversial spot-kick earns Inter victory against Arsenal

Mikel Arteta’s problems keep on mounting. In a week that they were rocked by the surprise resignation of the sporting director, Edu , Arsenal surrendered their unbeaten start in the Champions ...

World - The Guardian - November 6

Pakistan Authorities Tighten Grip on Power With Controversial Legal Changes

Critics of the government have accused it of taking the country in an increasingly authoritarian direction in a bid to fend off any challenge from Imran Khan.

World - The Wall Street Journal - November 7

After controversial snub, 'Piano Lesson' returns Danielle Deadwyler to Oscar race

Two years ago, the actor found herself in an Oscars controversy after being snubbed for 'Till.' Now she returns with 'Piano Lesson' — and awards watchers predict payback.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 7

Italy takes more migrants to controversial Albanian asylum centre

World - Yahoo News - November 8

California air regulators approve controversial standards that could affect gas prices

California regulators have approved plans to strengthen the state's carbon reduction standards — a move that opponents fear could drive up gasoline prices. The decision, which occurred following a ...

Politics - The Hill - November 11

Coote in the act: Halsey, Attwell and other great referee controversies

From match-fixing to an official ‘making an idiot’ of himself by celebrating, we look back at five notable incidents. Mark Halsey, a former Premier League referee, claimed in 2016 he was put under ...

World - The Guardian - November 12

The Michael Strahan National Anthem Controversy Shouldn’t Make You Mad

Criticizing Strahan’s conduct becomes a more difficult exercise when taking his family history into account, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

Sports - The New York Times - November 13

Trump 'challenging' Republican senators with controversial Cabinet picks: ANALYSIS

Donald Trump was elected with a mandate last week. He's now using it to challenge Republican senators to confirm his Cabinet picks.

Trump picks Matt Gaetz as attorney general, sparking controversy

President-elect Donald Trump's choice of Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz to serve as attorney general sent shockwaves through the Justice Department and both sides of the political aisle Wednesday. Gaetz, ...

George Conway: Controversial Trump picks 'truly as bad as you can imagine'

Pundit George Conway, an outspoken Republican critic of President-elect Trump, said the recent Cabinet picks are "truly as bad as you can imagine." He singled out the nominations of Robert F. ...

Politics - The Hill - November 15

Texas court clears way for controversial execution of Robert Roberson

The Texas Supreme Court has made a decision that will allow the controversial execution of Robert Roberson to proceed. Roberson was found guilty of killing his 2-year-old daughter in 2002 and his ...

RFK. Jr's controversial health stances, from vaccines to raw milk

Donald Trump wants Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to be his health and human services secretary. But Kennedy has spread misinformation about vaccines, fluoride, raw milk and other health topics. Here's what ...

Politics - NBC News - November 15

Georgia's controversial College Football Playoff ranking a reminder that this is supposed to be hard

The 12-team CFP naturally leads to increased scrutiny and more debates regarding deeply flawed teams. That's a feature, not a bug.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 14

Katie Taylor retains titles with controversial win over Amanda Serrano

Taylor remains undisputed super lightweight champion All three judges score rematch 95-94 to Taylor Katie Taylor remains the undisputed super lightweight champion of the world after she narrowly ...

World - The Guardian - November 16

Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano ends in controversy, but bout was still a triumph for women's boxing

Katie Taylor leaves Texas today as undisputed world junior welterweight champion, Amanda Serrano can be seen as the bloodied star of Friday's Netflix hit.

Sports - ESPN - November 17

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