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Republican Senator JD Vance of Ohio’s journey from a difficult Appalachian childhood to becoming a senator and vice presidential candidate for former President Donald Trump has garnered much attention, but his contradictory stance on LGBTQ+ rights has also come under scrutiny. Vance’s memoir, “Hillbilly Elegy,” includes an anecdote revealing his childhood belief that he was gay. Influenced by a pastor who condemned homosexuality, the young Vance feared he was destined for hell simply because he didn’t like girls and valued friendships with other boys.Vance’s grandmother, whom he affectionately referred to as “Mamaw” during his acceptance speech at the Republican National…

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BENGALURU: Urban development, listed as one of the priorities in the Union Budget presented on Tuesday, was a mix of old and new proposals and several statements of intent.Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, arguing that the current Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry policy is seven years old, has proposed formulating “transit-oriented development” plans for 14 large cities with populations of more than 3 million, as well as water supply, sewage treatment and solid waste management projects in 100 large cities.She reiterated Rs 1 lakh crore under PM Awas Yojana (PMAY) Urban 2.0 to cater to the housing needs of 10 million…

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Getting paid to post TikTok videos isn’t just for Gen Z anymore. The vast majority of people, from young to old, would consider a career as an influencer if the price was right. According to a study released by IZEA Worldwide, Inc., a technology, data and services company focused on the creator economy, approximately 54% of social media users aged 18 to 60+ are willing to try out seemingly glamorous jobs. According to a survey released by IZEA Worldwide, Inc., approximately 54% of social media users aged 18 to 60+ would like to quit their jobs to make a living…

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Some are booking TV, while others are keeping up with Jennifer Lopez’s Hamptons bike trip outfits and her favorite shoe trends.Just like Love Island, Jennifer Lopez appears on my feed at the same time (late afternoon) and in the same place (the Hamptons) every day, and her storylines only get more compelling. And by storylines, I mean the narrative of her style. Over the past week, Jennifer Lopez has worn exponentially cooler outfits while biking in the Hamptons. First, a Chanel t-shirt and micro shorts. Then, Ralph Lauren’s paint-splattered white overalls trend. Today, July 23, it’s the Hamptons floral skirt…

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Has your child ever said “hey” or “sit down” while you were saying something? Or called you “hey” 50 times a day? You’re not alone. We’re joined by pop icon Joey Fatone! The NSYNC member strives to stay on top of all the new slang for the younger generation and is helping us all do the same through his partnership with Great Clips. So, without any “embarrassment,” let’s dive into this new language with Fatone and Great Clips at the forefront.Article continues below adJoey Fatone is trying to catch up with Gen-Z slang!Great clipThrough her partnership with Great Clips, Fatone…

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Anna Sewell’s Black Beauty (1877), fully titled Black Beauty: The Autobiography of a Horse, His Stableman, and His Mate, is a classic of children’s literature. But while its writing style is certainly child-friendly, Sewell actually wrote the novel with an adult audience in mind, and sought to influence public perceptions about animal welfare (or the lack thereof). Learn how one author and a fictional horse have improved the lives of countless real-life farm animals. In the Victorian era, before the development of the automobile industry, horses were seen as machines and used as such. In a 2012 NPR article, journalist…

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U.S. women’s national team defender Tianna Davidson said teammate Corbin Albert’s previous anti-LGBTQ social media posts have created “a difficult situation that has obviously impacted me personally, given the content of what she said.”Davidson, who is openly queer, appeared on Sarah Spain’s podcast “Good Game with Sarah Spain” to explain how he felt about Albert’s actions, which included reposting sermons from Christian places of worship that preached that being gay or “feeling transgender” was wrong.Going deeperU.S. women’s national team player Corbin Albert has apologized for a social media post following criticism from Megan Rapinoe.Albert apologized for his Instagram post, which…

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INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Monday’s weather will continue across central Indiana on Tuesday with temperatures near normal and a bit of humidity in the air. This time, the rain was primarily limited to areas north and west of Indianapolis. The next chance for rain for the rest of the week is on Wednesday, after which we see a trend towards warmer temperatures for the foreseeable future. Tuesday Night: A chance for showers remains until sundown. Low temperatures will only drop into the mid to upper 60s. Wednesday: A slow-moving front will bring scattered rain and storms across northern Indiana during the…

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For many people, nothing says summer like amusement parks, sunbathing, cold drinks, and lounging by the water. But encountering scorching heat while traveling can make it hard to enjoy all your favorite activities. The answer: coolcations. Find out why this travel trend has become a popular summer vacation choice and the five best U.S. destinations for your next coolcation. What is Coolcation? Brett Maurer/Getty Sunny beach destinations continue to attract tourists looking to lounge on the sand or swim in lakes and oceans, but some people are starting to ditch these popular spots in favor of another option: coolcations. This…

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“Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some products through these links.”TikTok is a hotbed of new recipes. Remember the whipped coffee that went viral during the pandemic? How about dirty soda? But now there’s a new drink taking the video streaming platform by storm: Fluffy Coke.If you’re not yet familiar with this trend, let me explain. Fluffy Coke is actually a simple drink that combines Marshmallow Fluff with your favorite soda, whether that’s Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, Dr. Pepper, or whatever carbonated drink you have in your fridge. It’s easy to make: just spread a generous amount…

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