7 h. ago US supreme court seems inclined to allow exemption of LGBTQ+ books for elementary schoolers

Justices heard from Christian and Muslim parents from Maryland seeking to pull children from certain classesThe US supreme court appeared inclined to rule in favor of Christian and Muslim parents in Maryland seeking to keep their elementary school children out of certain classes when storybooks with LGBTQ+ characters are read in the latest case involving the intersection of religion and LGBTQ+ rights.The nine justices heard arguments on Tuesday in an appeal by parents with children in public schools in Montgomery county, located just outside of Washington, after lower courts declined to order the local school district to let children opt out when these books are read. The plaintiffs – including Muslim, Roman Catholic and Ukrainian Orthodox parents – contend that the school board’s policy of prohibiting opt-outs violates the US constitution’s first amendment protections for free exercise of religion. Donald Trump’s administration backed them in the case. Continue reading...

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12 h. ago US supreme court weighs efforts to exempt elementary schoolers from LGBTQ+ books

Parents argue constitutional religious rights should allow them to opt children out when LGBTQ+ books are readThe US supreme court is considering on Tuesday an attempt by Christian and Muslim parents in Maryland to keep their elementary schoolchildren out of certain classes when storybooks with LGBTQ+ characters are read in the latest case involving the intersection of religion and LGBTQ+ rights.The justices are hearing arguments in an appeal by parents with children in public schools in Montgomery county, located just outside Washington, after lower courts declined to order the local school district to let children opt out when these books are read. Continue reading...

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17 h. ago Is YOUR dog suffering from anxiety? Top trainer LOUISE GLAZEBROOK reveals the hidden signs that your pet is stressed based on its breed

Britain's dogs are more anxious than ever, with vets revealing a shocking tenfold increase over the past decade in the number on 'Puppy Prozac'.

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18 h. ago Is THIS why Anne Hathaway's ageing in reverse? Footage reveals subtle clue about cosmetic procedure actor may have undergone, expert claims

The 42-year-old Oscar winner debuted a new fresh face look at the Ralph Lauren fall 2025 runway presentation last week in Manhattan that sparked a fresh wave of speculation.

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47 h. ago Love Island star reveals hidden disability – ‘People think I’m lying’

Love Island contestant Tyrique Hyde opens up on how being born without hearing in one ear has shaped him growing up - and how his openness is helping others feel 'seen'

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5 d. ago The horrifying hidden dangers of saunas: We reveal the shocking risks to your health of one of Britain's favourite activities

Before Mileva Brooks entered the sauna at her local gym, she stopped to read the safety warning printed on the door.

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6 d. ago Gossip Girl's Michelle Trachtenberg's cause of death revealed after hidden health issues

The cause of death of Hollywood star Michelle Trachtenberg, best known for her role on Gossip Girl, has been confirmed two months after the 39-year-old actress died

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6 d. ago Aimee Lou Wood was sent flowers from SNL’s Sarah Sherman after ‘mean and unfunny’ White Lotus sketch

Wood had criticised the depiction of her in a recent sketch on the long-running variety show

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6 d. ago SNL star Sarah Sherman sends Aimee Lou Wood flowers after ‘mean and unfunny’ White Lotus sketch

Wood had criticised the depiction of her in a recent sketch on the long-running variety show

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7 d. ago Scotland’s hidden toilet tax revealed: How much your bathroom breaks are worth (and what they're paying for!)

How much is your toilet time really worth? Scottish workers are making the most of their bathroom breaks, literally.

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7 d. ago Rory McIlroy insiders reveal hidden role wife Erica had in Masters win after divorce shock

Rory McIlroy and wife Erica Stoll stunned everyone last year when they announced their divorce - but their marriage is back on track as she lends her support behind the scenes

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8 d. ago The White Lotus star Aimee Lou Wood says SNL sketch is 'mean and unfunny'

The British actress was not happy with the sketch that mocked her teeth.

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8 d. ago SNL apologises to Aimee Lou Wood over 'mean' White Lotus skit after her 'ugly' comments

White Lotus star Aimee Lou Wood slammed Saturday Night Live over the weekend after they mocked her in a skit, which she branded 'mean'

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8 d. ago Coronation Street star Jack P Shepherd's 'real reason' for Celebrity Big Brother stint as he reveals hidden skill

It also comes after the actor recently marked 25 years on the cobbles in the role of Weatherfield favourite David Platt

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8 d. ago SNL issues rare apology to Aimee Lou Wood following ‘mean’ White Lotus sketch

‘The rest of the skit was punching up and I was the only one punched down on’

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8 d. ago SNL respond to White Lotus star Aimee Lou Wood as she blasts 'mean' sketch about her teeth

Manchester-born actress Aimee Lou Wood has slammed SNL bosses as 'mean and unfunny' for mocking her teeth in a skit starring actress Sarah Sherman as fans back the former Sex Education star

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8 d. ago SNL 'apologise' to Aimee Lou Wood for 'mean' sketch that mocked her teeth as The White Lotus star continues to slam 'misogynistic' show

On Sunday night, The White Lotus star shared a series of posts condemning the sketch show after Sarah Sherman wore huge prosthetic teeth while parodying Aimee.

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8 d. ago White Lotus star Aimee Lou Wood condemns SNL’s ‘mean and unfunny’ sketch

Actor used Instagram story to address skit in which SNL cast member Sarah Sherman mocked her appearanceAimee Lou Wood has criticised a Saturday Night Live sketch that mocked her appearance, calling it “mean and unfunny”.The White Lotus star, 31, used an Instagram story to address the skit in which the SNL cast member Sarah Sherman impersonated her, using a British accent and exaggerated prosthetic teeth. Continue reading...

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8 d. ago Aimee Lou Wood: The White Lotus star condemns ‘mean’ Saturday Night Live sketch mocking her teeth

Aimee Lou Wood used an Instagram story to address the sketch in which SNL cast member Sarah Sherman impersonated her, using a British accent and exaggerated prosthetic teeth

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9 d. ago White Lotus star Aimee Lou Wood hits out at SNL’s ‘mean and unfunny’ skit

‘There must be a cleverer, more nuanced, less cheap way?’ said ‘The White Lotus’ star

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