It was a response to the brutal reality that queer youth are at significantly higher risk of suicide, and generic emergency services often miss the mark. Queer youth press 3. More than a million LGBTQ youth have turned to this service since late 2022 — and now it’s on the chopping block. The proposal eliminates all federal funding for the LGBTQ Youth Specialized Services arm of 988, effective Oct. 1, 2025. Departments were told to ax anything labeled “woke ideology.” Apparently, suicide prevention for queer kids now falls into that category.

As a New Mom, I'm Amazed How Often I'm Asked This Question. Sometimes me and my husband were together with the baby, but the question of sleep still got directed my way. But that stereotype of the worn-out, defeated newborn mom I’d seen all over Instagram wasn’t my experience thus far. Last fall, the Netflix movie “Joy” told the story of the pioneers of IVF in the 1970s and the first IVF baby, Louise Joy Brown. For now, when people ask me if I’m sleeping, I respond with four words: I’m enjoying the journey.

AdvertisementVon der Leyen said that the 27-nation EU intends “to enshrine freedom of scientific research into law” with a new legal act. As “the threats rise across the world, Europe will not compromise on its principles,” she said. Macron said that the French government would also soon make new proposals to beef up investment in science and research. Some terminated grants that sought to broaden the diversity of people studying science, technology and engineering. Scientists, researchers and doctors have taken to the streets in protest.

LOADING ERROR LOADINGNEW YORK (AP) — President Donald Trump says he is directing his government to reopen and expand Alcatraz, the notorious former prison on a hard-to-reach California island off San Francisco that has been closed for more than 60 years. AdvertisementAn aerial view shows Alcatraz island in San Francisco, California on May 16, 2024. Alcatraz Island is 1.25 miles (2.01 km) offshore from San Francisco and initially was a federal prison before being converted into a tourist attraction. Alcatraz Island is now a major tourist site that is operate by the National Park Service and is a designated National Historic Landmark. AdvertisementNative Americans occupying the former federal prison on Alcatraz Island, off the coast of San Francisco, celebrate their Thanksgiving Day feast buffet-style in the exercise yard of the prison, Nov. 28, 1969.

Sarah Jessica Parker outside the 2024 Met Gala John Shearer via Getty ImagesFamous on both sides of the Atlantic for being of the most A-list nights in the showbiz calendar, the Met Gala is known for its incredible guestlist, jaw-dropping fashion statements and, more often than not, puzzling themes. But one thing people have always been a little hazy about is… what actually happens when celebrities get inside. AdvertisementWell, Emmy-winning actor (and Met Ball staple) Sarah Jessica Parker has spilled the beans. During an interview on Today the morning after last year’s Met Gala, SJP was quizzed on exactly what goes on inside the exclusive event. AdvertisementThe 2025 Met Ball is due to take place on Monday night in New York City.

'My Stepdaughter's Friends Keep Dumping Her – Is This Why?' Klaus Vedfelt via Getty ImagesA stepmum has opened up about her stepdaughter’s struggles maintaining friendships – and the realisation that her behaviour might be what’s standing in the way. The parent took to Reddit to explain the nine-year-old is “wonderful, funny, and kind” but is having trouble keeping friends. “I don’t really know what to do, or say to her that’s going to help?” added the parent. ADVERTISEMENT“Not every social issue will have a quick solution,” he added, “sometimes connecting amidst that is the best solution.”Related...

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Aaron Rodgers’ hands are making people think he might be a married man. The football star was seen with a ring on his wedding finger during Friday’s 2025 Barnstable Brown Gala, an event held before the annual Kentucky Derby in Louisville. Peep the ring on his left ring finger” along with a pair of glancing eye emojis. ADVERTISEMENTWhen pressed for details, Rodgers said his love prefers to keep a low profile and doesn’t have a social media presence. The free agent officially announced his split from the New York Jets in February and has yet to commit to a new team.

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LOADING ERROR LOADINGBERLIN (AP) — Germany’s foreign ministry hit back at U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio after he criticized the decision to classify the Alternative for Germany party as a “right-wing extremist” organization. The spat deepened Friday to embroil the foreign office, Rubio, U.S. Vice President JD Vance and tech billionaire Elon Musk. Germany should reverse course.”The foreign ministry wrote “this is democracy” in a post that replied directly to Rubio. — GermanForeignOffice (@GermanyDiplo) May 2, 2025“This decision is the result of a thorough & independent investigation to protect our Constitution & the rule of law,” the foreign office wrote late Friday. “The AfD is the most popular party in Germany, and by far the most representative of East Germany.

(AP) — Revered investor Warren Buffett shocked an arena full of his shareholders Saturday by announcing that he wants to retire at the end of the year. Buffett said he will recommend to Berkshire Hathaway’s board Sunday that Greg Abel should become CEO at the end of the year. He said the only board members who knew this was coming were his two children, Howard and Susie Buffett. “I just want to say I couldn’t be more humbled and honored to be part of Berkshire as we go forward,” Abel said. Berkshire meeting attracts thousandsThe meeting attracts some 40,000 people every year who want to hear from Buffett, including some celebrities and well-known investors.

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