News

Hong Kong Judge Rules in Favor of Transgender Bathroom Access

Health

Obesity Remains High in the Us, but More States Are Showing Progress, a New Report Finds

For the first time in more than a decade, the number of states with rates of obesity of 35% or more has dropped

by Jonel Aleccia | Oct 16

South Africa Welcomes $115m Us Bridge Plan to Sustain Its Hiv Programs for 6 Months

South Africa has welcomed a U.S. bridging plan worth $115 million to continue funding HIV treatment and prevention programs until the end of March

by Michelle Gumede | Oct 16

International

Just-released Hostage Attends Funeral of Fellow Soldier, Whose Body Was Among Few Returned From Gaza

Mourners in Jerusalem gathered at Capt. Daniel Peretz’s funeral, where Matan Angrest, a recently released hostage, paid his respects

by Giovanna Dell'orto and Melanie Lidman | Oct 16

Winter LGBTQ+ Festivals Bring Joy and Resistance to Cold-Weather Destinations Worldwide

As winter settles across the globe, LGBTQ+ communities are gathering at multiple cold-weather festivals that combine snow sports, dance parties, and advocacy....

Oct 16

National

Gun Safety Advocates Warn of a Surge in Untraceable 3d-printed Weapons in the Us

Police in a handful of big cities have seen an increase in 3D printed guns over the last few years

by Andrea Marks Joseph | Oct 16

Trump's Push for Law and Order Shows He's No Longer Encumbered by Government Guardrails

President Donald Trump is embracing tough-on-crime policies in his second term

by Will Weissert and Jill Colvin | Oct 16

Politics

Cuomo and Sliwa Aim to Blunt Mamdani's Momentum in First Nyc Mayoral Debate

New York City mayoral candidates Zohran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa are slated to face off in a debate

by Anthony Izaguirre and Jill Colvin | Oct 16

Cuomo and Sliwa Aim to Blunt Mamdani's Momentum in First Nyc Mayoral Debate

New York City mayoral candidates Zohran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa are slated to face off in a debate

by Anthony Izaguirre and Jill Colvin | Oct 16

Business

Spooky, Proud, and Out: LGBTQ+ Halloween Celebrations Light Up 2025

Across the United States, Halloween 2025 is being marked by a vibrant array of LGBTQ+ events—from inclusive family parties to legendary nightlife...

Oct 16

Pride on the Slopes: LGBTQ+ Winter Festivals Boost Visibility and Community Worldwide

As winter descends, LGBTQ+ communities across the globe gather for a vibrant series of ski weeks and winter pride festivals. These inclusive events blend winter...

Oct 16