United Methodist Church lifts ban on LGBTQ+ clergy, same-sex marriage
The United Methodist Church (UMC) lifted the ban on LGBTQ+ clergy and same-sex marriage, marking a significant moment in the history of the denomination, reflecting broader societal shifts and internal debates within the church. This decision came after years of contentious debate, evolving attitudes towards LGBTQ+ rights within religious institutions. “Today, May 1, The United…
LGBTQ Travelers Find Luxury in Thailand
Nestled on the hillside overlooking Kata beach, Stay in Style at The SIS Kata…
Federal judge rules N.C. Dept. of Corrections violated trans woman’s rights
A federal judge ruled the N.C. Dept. of Adult Corrections (NCDAC) violated an incarcerated…
Republican states sue Biden and Dept. of Education over trans student protections
Nine states with Republican leadership are legally challenging President Joe Biden’s amendments to include…
Target limits Pride collection after receiving backlash
Target has announced it will be limiting its in-store LGBTQ+ Pride collection this year…
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Is drag performer off the hook for $100k haul from Campus Pride?
It’s been nearly five months since QNotes was the first publication to report on a financial controversy involving the non-profit LGBTQ+ college student advisory organization Campus Pride and now former CEO, Shane Windmeyer. The national Charlotte-based and nearly 20 year old institution, which had been known for support of LGBTQ+ youth, had long been a…
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One step forward, two steps back: how North Carolina seems to be heading back to HB2 era
The year of 2016 was defined by untraditional politics — from the election of Donald Trump to North Carolina denying then Gov. Pat McCrory a second gubernatorial term. The latter probably wouldn’t have happened if it weren’t for the implementation of House Bill 2 (HB2), also known as the Public Facilities Privacy and Security Act.…
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From the house cat to pinball machines: some of North Carolina’s most unique museums
Museums provide an opportunity for people to explore and give them a chance to expand their knowledge on a wide array of topics. North Carolina has 14 state-sponsored museums, but some of the best museums are hidden across the Tar Heel State. From a record-breaking collection of pinball machines to a museum dedicated to the…
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Federal judge rules Catholic school can fire teacher over same-sex marriage announcement
A panel of federal appeals court justices ruled in favor of a Catholic school in Charlotte, saying it had the right to fire a teacher after the employee announced his marriage to his longtime partner over a decade ago. This decision marks a reversal from the 2021 ruling saying Charlotte Catholic High School and the…
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