University of Connecticut assistant professor Amy Egbert, who studies youth mental health, commented on the book challenges, saying, “Any time a certain identity is stigmatized, that tends to lead to more discrimination, more bullying, increased mental health challenges. Everything we know suggests this is very harmful to LGBTQ kids.” Despite the clear downsides to removing these books, challenges against them have increased. Data from the ALA shows that from 2000-2010, challenges against LGBTQ+ books only accounted for less than 1-3%. In 2018, that percentage increased to 16%, 20% in 2020, and 45.5% in 2022. Additionally, it seems that a majority…
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Well, FROM Season 2 Episode 6 was certainly a game-changer. FROM Season 2 has been a rather slow affair, the whole season thus far covering about two days or so, but they’ve crammed an awful lot into that time frame, and as we head toward the end, it feels like we’re on the cusp of something. But what that something is, I do not know. Ever since his foray into the woods, Boyd has been struggling big time, both mentally and physically. The creepy crawlers won’t let up, and he’s slowly losing his grip on reality. As the de facto…
A family of mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park, RwandaSteph Baker/Fauna & Flora International Today is World Wildlife Day, an opportunity to celebrate the wondrous diversity of plants and animals on Earth. This day also marks the 50th anniversary of an international agreement between governments to ensure the trading of wild animals and plants – which is estimated to be worth billions of US dollars globally – doesn’t threaten species’ survival. The voluntary deal, called the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), provides varying degrees of protection to more than 37,000 species globally.…
Photography by David M. Russell/HBO We analyzed what the beauty products spotted in the series say about quiet luxury, plus where to shop them. By Lauren Knowles Date May 24, 2023 This article was originally published on April 12, 2023 and has been updated. Of all the things that Succession‘s Roy family does best — plotting, scheming, arguing, and being the absolute worst in the very best way — this fictional empire is particularly ace at displaying their wealth through acts of quiet luxury dressing. But a closer look at the beauty products they use proves that the concept of…
Those days of getting a heart rate reading only when you visit your physician are truly a thing of the past. You don’t even have to spend big money or leave your home to get a sense of your heart rate during exercise or at rest.The rise of optical and EKG (electrocardiogram) sensors that can now reliably deliver that information from your wrist, chest, or arm means you can better understand how hard you hit it in that boot camp class and get a window into the most stressful periods of your day.For more sports and fitness guides, check out…
Roger Waters is under investigation by German police for “incitement of the people” after wearing a satirical, Nazi-style costume on stage in Berlin, Reuters reports. The outfit was based on the fictional fascist officer Pink, whom Bob Geldof played in Pink Floyd’s 1982 film The Wall, a satirical critique of a society’s descent into fascism. Though Waters’ outfit did not explicitly replicate Nazi uniforms, which are illegal in Germany, police said it was “capable of violating the dignity of the victims, as well as approving, glorifying or justifying the violent and arbitrary rule of the Nazi regime in a way…
Kidnapped – first-look review – Little White Lies 3 && args[2] === 2 && typeof args[3] === ‘boolean’ ) { gdprApplies = args[3]; if (typeof args[2] === ‘function’) { args[2](‘set’, true); } } } else if (args[0] === ‘ping’) { var retr = { gdprApplies: gdprApplies, cmpLoaded: false, cmpStatus: ‘stub’ }; if (typeof args[2] === ‘function’) { args[2](retr); } } else { if(args[0] === ‘init’ && typeof args[3] === ‘object’) { args[3] = { …args[3], tag_version: ‘V2’ }; } queue.push(args); } } function postMessageEventHandler(event) { var msgIsString = typeof event.data === ‘string’; var json = {}; try { if (msgIsString)…
02 Jun 2023 6 Books to Read for Fans of Jo Nesbø Calling all Jo Nesbø fans! From intricate plots to complex characters, these reads will have you guessing, gasping, and eagerly turning page after page. So grab your detective hat, prepare for some white-knuckle suspense, and let’s dive into these thrilling reads that will leave you craving more! Nowhere to Hide (The Tony Valenti Thrillers Book 7) by Neil Turner Release Date: May 16, 2023 Book Seven in the gripping Tony Valenti Thrillers series pits Tony against perils unlike any he’s ever faced. Embark on a roller-coaster ride of…
Dancing With the Stars isn’t in production right now but Derek Hough, who serves as one of the show’s judges, is busier than ever. He’s not only planning his wedding to fiancée Hayley Erbert but he’s putting together a nationwide tour, Derek Hough – All New Spectacular Symphony Of Dance, set to kick off in late September. (Click here for details.) TV Insider chatted with the six-time mirror ball champion about a variety of topics including changes to the upcoming DWTS season, his sister Julianne Hough joining as co-host, what his and Ebert’s first dance will be as husband and…
A sculpin—a prickly, bottom-dwelling fish species. Credit: Brooke Penaluna, USDA Forest Service, Pacific Northwest Research Station Beneath the surface of a freshwater stream, animals, plants, fungi, and microorganisms create complex patterns of biodiversity. Brooke Penaluna, research fisheries biologist at the USDA Forest Service Pacific Northwest Research Station, studies these dynamics, which can be complicated. “Understanding the biodiversity of freshwater ecosystems and how different species are distributed along a stream network is challenging. Streams are interconnected and have a lot of rare and hard-to-detect species,” said Penaluna, lead author of a study recently published in the Journal of Biogeography. Big data,…
Photography by Getty Images Introducing: bra strap couture. By Natalie Michie Date May 24, 2023 All good outfits should make you sort of wonder, “Was this actually intentional?” And lately, the fashion world is brimming with statements so audacious they look almost accidental. We’ve seen our fair share of peek-a-boo thongs. We’ve weathered the pantless party. What’s next? Honouring an age-old outfit malfunction: the exposed bra. RELATED: I Tried Wearing Tights As Pants Purposely showing off one’s brassiere is not exactly an emblem of high fashion. On the contrary, it garners assumptions of an ill-fitted top, a layering oversight, and…
Apple has released a completely redesigned base model iPad, with a 10.9-inch display and no home button, allowing for evenly narrow borders. The new iPad matches the current iPad Air and iPad mini with flat sides, and will be available in four colours: Silver, Blue, Yellow, and Pink. The Touch ID sensor has been moved to the power button on the top. The new model, which will be the 10th generation iPad, is based on Apple’s A14 Bionic SoC, a USB Type-C port, and its front camera placed in landscape orientation for the first time. It still works with the first-gen Apple Pencil,…
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Tionne “T-Box” Watkins and Rozonda “Chilli” Thomas will share the story of their lives in how they “broke boundaries, influenced an entire generation and survived against all odds” in the Lifetime documentary TLC Forever, premiering Saturday (June 3) at 8 p.m. ET/PT. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The two-and-half-hour documentary chronicles the group’s journey through music – from…
Netflix has finally released a teaser trailer for Nimona, the long-in-development animated film adaptation of ND Stevenson’s bestselling graphic novel of the same name. The video introduces Netflix’s newest hero in the form of a mischievous teenager named Nimona as she shows off the limitless potential of her shapeshifting abilities. The movie is scheduled to make its debut on June 30. Check out the Nimona teaser trailer below (watch more trailers): What to Expect in the Nimona Movie? Nimona is directed by Nick Bruno and Troy Quane from a screenplay written by Robert L. Baird and Lloyd Taylor. The film…
A visualisation of HER2-positive breast cancer in miceCultura Creative RF / Alamy Stock Photo Artificial intelligence could develop unique antibody treatments against some forms of cancer, suggesting we could fast-track the development of new immunotherapies. Antibodies are proteins found in our bodies that can bind to other proteins on pathogens or cancer cells. Some directly neutralise the threat, while others tag the pathogen or cancer cell so the immune system can locate and attack it. Some antibodies have been turned into drugs that are used to treat people with some forms of cancer, but at present it … Read The…
02 Jun 2023 6 Books to Read for Fans of Sarah J. Maas If you’ve been captivated by Sarah J. Maas’ enchanting tales and crave a dash of extra heat in your reads, this list is for you. Brace yourself for passionate encounters, irresistible chemistry, and heart-pounding romance that will leave you breathless. Collide by A. Akinosho Release Date: May 5, 2023 I’m a confirmed bachelor that’s sworn off marriage. My life is perfect until she clings to me in a chaotic restaurant. Minutes later, I watched as another man put a ring on her finger. I don’t care if…
Absurdity is on the menu in Drag Me to Dinner, a faux game show pitting drag queens against each other as they assemble the most glamorous themed dinner parties they can muster in 30 minutes. The roasts (verbal and edible) are served piping hot, and the stars try their best not to break as the drag queens rush to get dinner on table. But when you spend almost all of the time trying to crack a smile onto your co-star’s faces, you end up with more breaks than Jimmy Fallon on Saturday Night Live. Husbands Neil Patrick Harris and David…
PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF LAUNCHMETRICS.COM/SPOTLIGHT From elegant updos to ethereal makeup, these TikTok accounts cover all the bridal beauty bases. By Lauren Knowles Date May 24, 2023 With Sofia Richie Grainge’s wedding kicking things off and a slew of bride-coded looks coming out of the Met Gala earlier this month, we’re officially declaring bridal season in full swing! From the moment a bride-to-be first slips on an engagement ring, there’s much work to be done. A date must be locked in, wedding venues must be secured, a dream dress has to be acquired, and so on and so forth. This includes,…
Today the Farallon Islands are protected as part of a marine sanctuary and the nesting seabird colonies are recovering, helping to sustain the surrounding marine ecosystem, including great white sharks, apex predators that sometimes feed on the population of northern fur seals that have returned to the islands since they were protected. Rhinoceros auklets, related to puffins, have also returned, and more than 20 endangered and threatened species—birds, reptiles, insects, marine mammals, and even sea turtles—live on and around the islands.The Comeback Has Already StartedAnd there are hundreds of other seabird restoration projects around the world showing signs of success,…
You could soon be playing virtual reality games on the bus, thanks to a headset that translates the twitching of your fingers into much larger body movements in the virtual world. VR headsets normally require a large space to use safely, because the games they run tend to require gesticulating and other large physical motion. “The problem is that you might not be able to use whole-body gestures everywhere. Imagine you’re on public transport, you might hit someone,” says Wen-Jie Tseng at Télécom Paris, a university in France. So Tseng and his colleagues have created software called FingerMapper … Read…
Brandon Lake, for King & Country, Lauren Daigle and MercyMe were among the evening’s big winners on Friday evening (June 2), when the K-LOVE Fan Awards aired on TBN, having previously been taped at Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry House on May 28. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Lake led this year’s winners, taking home three honors, including male artist. He also earned song of the year and worship song of the year, both for “Gratitude.” Sibling duo for King & Country earned artist of the year, while Daigle took home female artist…
Sony Pictures has dropped another Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse clip for its follow-up to 2018’s Oscar-winning animated movie Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. The video shows Miles and Gwen trying to catch up on each other’s lives while web-swinging together through New York City. The film arrives in theaters June 2. Check out the Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse clip below (watch more clips and trailers): What is Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse About? “Miles Morales returns for the next chapter of the Spider-Verse saga, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse,” reads the synopsis. “After reuniting with Gwen Stacy, Brooklyn’s full-time, friendly neighborhood Spider-Man is…
02 Jun 2023 6 Books That Will Take You on an Epic Journey Are you ready for an adventure of a lifetime? Look no further! Pack your imagination and dive into these thrilling reads that will leave you craving more! Captured by Chaos (The Kazola Chronicles Book 1) by Kathryn Marie Release Date: April 21, 2023 Wolf shifter Kasha must put aside her disdain for her new Alpha, Nolan, if they have any hope of hunting down the elusive killer slaughtering innocents across their home Isle. This paranormal fantasy romance takes readers on an epic journey of found family, a…
The Droughtlander is nearly over as Season 7 of Starz‘s hit Outlander hits screens beginning Friday, June 16, but in the meantime, they’re offering a little remedy in the form of two clips featuring favorite characters including Caitriona Balfe‘s Claire and Sam Heughan‘s Jamie Fraser. Unveiled to attendees at ATX TV Festival in Austin, Texas on World Outlander Day (June 1) during a panel discussion featuring Balfe and executive producer Maril Davis who were on hand for the “Women of Outlander” event. The clips feature the show’s two central couples, Claire and Jamie, as well as their daughter Brianna (Sophie…
Looking for a powerful tablet that packs Apple’s greatest tech into one thin device? This iPad Air with M1 deal is perfect.Apple’s iPad range has long been a mainstay in our best tablets for students list, and the iPad Air with M1 is, in our eyes, the pinnacle. We said as much, ranking it the best iPad for students, thanks to its impressive performance, multitude of input options, and price that makes it much more ideal than the pricey iPad Pro.In our iPad Air M1 review, we praised its value for money and M1 processor.While there’s every chance an M2…
Chanel baseball cap, sunglasses and T-shirt worn with a jacket thrifted from Value Village. The necklaces are November’s own. (Photography by Maya Fuhr) Chanel doesn’t officially make menswear. Yet, that hasn’t stopped many guys — like Siphe November — from rocking the luxurious French brand. Here, the National Ballet of Canada principal dancer on how pearls and flowers have no gender. By Bernadette Morra Date May 25, 2023 Chanel may not produce menswear, but at the recent Chanel Cruise 2023/2024 show in Los Angeles, there were men in Chanel roaming everywhere around the roller rink “runway” set up on a…
Cameron Winklevoss, the co-founder of cryptocurrency exchange Gemini, has stepped down from the board of directors of Gemini Europe — a wholly owned subsidiary of New York-based Gemini. According to a Companies House filing, Winklevoss ceased to be a director of the UK-incorporated Gemini Europe, the wider company’s European arm, on October 12. Meanwhile, Gillian Lynch, the new head of Ireland and the EU for the company, assumed the vacated company board seat of former Gemini Europe managing director Blair Halliday. The shift in pack happens after Halliday moved to rival exchange Kraken.In a tweet explaining the move, Cameron Winklevoss…
Maluma has announced a North American arena tour in support of his upcoming album, Don Juan. The 30-city tour kicks off on August 31st in Sacramento, with further dates scheduled in Seattle, Los Angeles, Phoenix, El Paso, Austin, Dallas, New York, Chicago, Atlanta, Orlando, Miami, and beyond. A ticket pre-sale begins Thursday, May 25th, ahead of a public on sale set for Friday, May 26th via Ticketmaster. Once tickets are on sale, you can also find them at StubHub, where orders are 100% guaranteed through StubHub’s FanProtect program. StubHub is a secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or…
A live-action remake of the modern classic Moana is on its way from Disney. The film was announced back in April, so it’s pretty likely that we won’t see it for quite a while.The original Moana, released in 2016, received two Academy Award nominations, and it also managed to make a whopping $682.6 million at the box office. This whole live-action remake thing seems like it might be a new staple of Disney’s production. Of course, we’ve already had some like The Lion King or Peter Pan or Alice in Wonderland, but rumors about Tangled are floating around. Disney’s also working on a live-action version of Lilo and Stitch. READ…
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain The chemical industry took a page out of the tobacco playbook when they discovered and suppressed their knowledge of health harms caused by exposure to PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), according to an analysis of previously secret industry documents by UC San Francisco (UCSF) researchers. A new paper published May 31, 2023, in Annals of Global Health, examines documents from DuPont and 3M, the largest manufacturers of PFAS. The paper analyzes the tactics the industry used to delay public awareness of PFAS toxicity, and in turn, delay regulations governing their use. PFAS are widely used chemicals…