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United Methodists repeal longstanding ban on LGBTQ clergy
The newly repealed rule prohibited “self-avowed practicing homosexuals” from being ordained or appointed as ministers.
'Outbreak' of opioid overdoses in Austin, Texas, linked to 8 deaths and over 50 emergency calls
Authorities said they started receiving an increase in opioid calls around 9 a.m. Two persons of interest have been detained.
South Dakota abortion rights groups collect enough signatures to advance ballot measure
An amendment to enshrine abortion rights in the South Dakota constitution is now one step closer to making the November ballot.
Connection interrupted: Federal internet discount begins to expire
The Affordable Connectivity Program was backed by $14.2 billion and helped millions of Americans with their broadband bill. Now, it's running out despite broad support.
Scammers bilked older Americans out of $3.4 billion last year, often using cryptocurrency
Elder crime losses totaled more than $3.4 billion in 2023 — up 11% from the year prior.
Private payrolls increased by 192,000 in April, more than expected for resilient labor market
Job gains were strongest in leisure and hospitality, which posted an increase of 56,000.
DJT shares plummet more than 10% as hot streak for Trump Media stalls
The company, which owns the Truth Social app, has seen its share price increase by more than 50% in the past week.
House to vote on antisemitism bill amid campus arrests
The Antisemitism Awareness Act would require the Education Department to adopt the definition of antisemitism used by the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene says she will force a vote to oust Speaker Mike Johnson next week
Democrats have pledged to vote to kill Greene's motion to vacate and save the GOP speaker's job after he pushed through a $95 billion package with aid for Ukraine.
U.K. begins detaining migrants set to be deported to Rwanda
A law to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda if they arrived in Britain without permission was approved in April, and Prime Minister Rishi Sunak wants the first flights to take off in July.
TikTok honors 15 creators for Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
The app is highlighting AAPI musicians, chefs, athletes, beauty industry professionals and more.
