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Community responseParents and community members were outraged to learn that students were being steered to these resources, and the revelation raised major concerns about parents not being involved in such important, life-changing decisions for minors.”I was shocked to learn that my child could be referred to such a service without my knowledge,” one concerned parent said. “This goes against everything we believe about parental rights and the importance of involving families in big health decisions.”School District ActionsNewport Mesa High School quickly removed links to LGBTQ center resources from its website in response to the uproar. “We are not affiliated with…
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 4:38 — 4.5MB) | EmbedSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Android | iHeartRadio | Blubrry | Wes Jenkins, winner of the 2024 Her Universe Fashion Show, used more than 600 used Barbie clothes to create his winning design. Mattel’s 10th Annual Her Universe Fashion Show kicked off San Diego Comic-Con with a standing-room-only crowd and an unforgettable evening of fashion and fandom. Throughout the night, 25 designers showcased stunning creations inspired by iconic fandom and pop culture characters, including Barbie, Beetlejuice, Magic 8 Ball, Monster High, Popples and more. From exquisite craftsmanship…
When the hottest days of summer hit Kansas City, parts of the city will be warmer than others. Why does that happen, and who is affected? It all has to do with the “urban heat island” phenomenon observed in major cities around the world. Heat islands are usually concentrated in urban centers, where temperatures are several degrees higher than in suburban areas. This is due to the density of buildings, machinery, and concrete. Without this heat-generating infrastructure, temperatures would be uniform across the entire area. FOX4 Newsletter: Sign up for daily weather forecasts and Joe’s Weather Blog in your inbox…
Major supported Kamala Harris for president. On Sunday, the Stonewall veteran and activist announced on Instagram that he was endorsing Harris’ campaign, given her long record of pro-LGBTQ+ support, including her current work in the Biden administration and her previous work as a prosecutor in California. “Kamala Harris’ record clearly demonstrates her commitment to increasing the availability of federal services to transgender people,” the post states. “This has been accomplished by establishing a pathway to retirement savings, streamlining the employment discrimination complaint process, removing barriers to receiving federal student aid, and modernizing the White House office visitor admissions system.”For the…
Fall is just around the corner, so it’s never too early to start writing down heart-warming recipes and getting your home decorated and prepared for the season. TikTok users have been jumping on the “Summerween” party trend to celebrate Halloween in July. Instead of waiting until the temperatures drop to carve pumpkins and collect endless candy corn, why not consider adding Summerween to your end-of-summer activity list? The best part is, it’s a great excuse to celebrate the fun parts of Halloween without having to wear a costume (though if you love costumes, feel free to join in). What exactly…
MINNEAPOLIS — Gov. Tim Walz’s ratings as a potential running mate for presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris may be on the rise, but if he’s still being taken seriously as a running mate, something stranger is happening.”Weird,” after all, is a word that has been trending during the election season: In three television interviews last week, Mr. Walz used it to describe former President Donald Trump and several other Republicans.”That’s weird, that gives off a weird vibe,” Waltz said on MSNBC last week. He continued on CNN on Sunday, saying, “I saw Donald Trump talking about the great Hannibal…
If you’re heading out on your next adventure, these new power accessories might be worth considering. Traveling can take a toll on your charging accessories, whether that’s dropping them in a bag or backpack or taking a long time to charge your devices, and Urban Armor Gear has just released a new line of power accessories that can help ease that strain. Under Armor Gear (UAG) announced its new SRGE power accessory line in a press release on Monday. The new lineup includes a 3-in-1 travel/desktop charger, a 10K rugged power bank, a wireless charging pad + stand, and a…
There are currently about 200 openly LGBTQ athletes from 25 countries competing in this year’s Paris Olympics, according to OutSports. In fact, historically, LGBTQ athletes have been so successful that if they formed their own country (Team LGBTQ), they would rank seventh all-time in Olympic medals. Let’s keep an eye on who will be crowned the winner in Paris. Money So far, no openly LGBTQ athlete has won a gold medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Amandine Bouchard, France, Judo Amandine Bouchard of France, bronze medalist in the women’s 52 kg judo event at the Paris 2024 Olympics, poses during…
NEW YORK, NY – JULY 22: Blake Lively attends the World Premiere of Deadpool & Wolverine at the David H. Koch Theatre on July 22, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Noam Galai/Getty Images via Disney) Blake Lively is shutting down her beauty brand, Blake Brown Beauty. Blake Lively has had a strong year, not only with cameos in Deadpool and Wolverine, but also hinting at a beauty brand launch soon. Instagram recently created a new account called “Blake Brown Beauty,” which the 36-year-old actress is following. The page currently follows only the Gossip Girl star, and in one…
Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships so we may receive commission when you click our links and make a purchase. Learn more here. We love a seasonal sale, and with the final days of Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale upon us, we’re seriously thinking about where to get even better deals on discounted beauty products. From warm-weather makeup essentials to luxurious skincare sets, it can be hard to find the best products to add to your cart before the sale ends on Sunday, August 4. With that in mind, we reached out to Autumn West, National Beauty Director at Nordstrom, to get the…