Society

Utah

Laverne Cox and Nava Mau share tearful moment at the 2024 Emmy Awards

Emmy nominations: Selena Gomez surprised, Emma Stone snubbed Nominations for the 76th Emmys are in. Selena Gomez received a nomination for “Only Murders in the Building,” while Emma Stone received none for “The Curse.” Laverne Cox was all smiles ahead…

September 16, 2024 Caradoc Wyn

Massachusetts

Abraham Lincoln, gay icon? A new film makes the case clear

The film “Lover of Men” explores Lincoln’s queer history US President Abraham Lincoln is the subject of “Lover of Men”, a new documentary about his sexual versatility. Abraham Lincoln embodied everything that makes America great: he was brave, compassionate, wise…

September 6, 2024 Idris Bevan

Tennessee

How technology can make national parks even more accessible

Influencer shows how she travels around the world as a blind person Molly Burke is nearly blind and has had many difficulties traveling through an airport. Employee video, USA TODAY One in four adults in the United States has a…

September 4, 2024 Eira Gwyneth

New Jersey

How to watch the 2024 Tennis Paralympics: Schedule, Times, TV, Streaming

The Paralympic Games are a must If you haven’t turned on the games yet, here’s why you should. Lukas Vysniauskas, Lillian Van Alsburg, Griffin Hadley and Kylia Berry The schedule for the 2024 Paralympics is becoming more and more exciting…

September 3, 2024 Seren Anwen

Frisco

Roderick Townsend wins third gold

Gabriel Jackson | Special to USA TODAY The Paralympic Games are a must If you haven’t turned on the games yet, here’s why you should. Lukas Vysniauskas, Lillian Van Alsburg, Griffin Hadley and Kylia Berry SAINT-DENIS, France — Roderick Townsend…

September 2, 2024 Bronwen Cerys

Duluth

Abandoned by Biden and Harris, Afghan women suffer under the Taliban

Vice President Kamala Harris should be held accountable for the devastating cruelty unleashed by the administration’s decisions. Taliban impose stricter moral rules for women and dismiss beardless soldiers Shortly after the third anniversary of the Taliban’s seizure of power, we…

August 29, 2024 Eira Gwyneth

Duluth

Alaafia helps African immigrant women in Milwaukee who suffer from sickle cell anemia

A social club founded to help African immigrant women adjust to life in Milwaukee has evolved into a nonprofit organization that addresses not only the social needs but also the wellness needs of the city’s growing African immigrant community. Ethleen…

August 28, 2024 Eira Gwyneth

Colorado

Judge extends order allowing transgender NH student to play sports

Ethan DeWitt | New Hampshire Bulletin A federal judge is allowing transgender teenager Parker Tirrell to continue playing soccer at her New Hampshire high school for two weeks. The teenager is now considering taking broader action against a new state…

August 28, 2024 Madoc Meredith

Albany

The true story behind the Jewish comedy

Trailer for “Between the Temples”: Carole Kane plays the lead role in Jewish comedy In the film “Between the Temples,” a 70-year-old woman (Carol Kane) forms an unusual friendship with her former student (Jason Schwartzman). They say a boy’s best…

August 27, 2024 Madoc Meredith

Colorado

Here are the sports at the games and ways to watch them

Tourists enjoy Paris and the Olympic venues before the Paralympics Tourists enjoy the sights of Paris and the Olympic venues in the run-up to the Paralympics, which will use many of these venues. Are you ready to see some of…