Target has been a leader in catering to LGBTQ+ shoppers – now it’s on the defensive
Target once distinguished itself as being boldly supportive of the LGBTQ+ community
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US remains in 'heightened threat environment' with recent racist and ethnically motivated attacks, DHS says
The US remains in a "heightened threat environment" for terrorism driven by a series of racially and ethnically motivated attacks or plots in recent months, the Department of Homeland Security said Wednesday in a public advisory.
1970-01-01 08:00
What's on DeSantis' agenda? A look at the laws he passed as Florida governor, from abortion to guns
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has cemented himself as a conservative standard-bearer in the lead-up to his 2024 presidential announcement
1970-01-01 08:00
Saudi Arabia and Canada restore diplomatic relations, ending 2018 rift
Saudi Arabia restored diplomatic relations with Canada on Wednesday, the country's foreign ministry said in a statement, ending a five-year rift over Riyadh's jailing of activists that damaged trade and relations with both countries.
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On 1st anniversary of Uvalde, Texas, school shooting, Biden will push for more gun control
As families and loved ones mourn the unimaginable loss of 19 children and two teachers shot dead last year in Uvalde, Texas, President Joe Biden will speak Wednesday about the epidemic of gun violence that has become the No. 1 killer of kids in America
1970-01-01 08:00
Taking a daily multivitamin appears to boost brains of adults over 60, but more study is needed
A new study shows a daily multivitamin may boost memory function in some people, although the results don't change recommendations about use of the supplements
1970-01-01 08:00
Missouri ex-House speaker fined $47K for alleged campaign finance violations
A disgraced former Missouri House speaker has been fined $47,000 for allegedly breaking campaign finance laws
1970-01-01 08:00
Super Typhoon Mawar clobbers Guam with fierce winds, rains
A Category 4 typhoon hit Guam on Wednesday, packing winds of up to 140 miles per hour (225
1970-01-01 08:00
Pakistan's ex-premier Imran Khan softens demand for snap vote amid crackdown on party
Pakistan’s embattled former Prime Minister Imran Khan has softened his year-long demand for new elections and suggested a committee be formed for talks with the government to end the country’s lingering political turmoil
1970-01-01 08:00
In Panama, legal rights given to sea turtles, boosting the 'rights of nature' movement
Sea turtles in Panama now have the legal right to live and have free passage in a healthy environment, a change that represents a different way of thinking about how to protect wildlife
1970-01-01 08:00
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis files to run for president in 2024
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, whose clashes with Disney and aggressive pursuit of conservative victories has made him a leading Republican Party figure, has filed to run for president in 2024.
1970-01-01 08:00
Fuzzy falcon chicks who nest at Michigan State football stadium get tracking bands
Scientists and students placed tracking bands on four boisterous peregrine falcon chicks who live on top of Michigan State University’s football stadium
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