Emmerdale's first trans star on searing loss and love that gave him strength

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Emmerdale legend shares sad news of dad's death: Emmerdale star James Hooton, who plays Sam Dingle on the soap, confirmed the tragic news that his dad Kenneth ...

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US Supreme Court lets Idaho enforce ban on transgender care for minors: The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday let a Republican-backed law in Idaho that criminalizes ...

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Quick Glance: Idaho Can Enforce Ban on Gender-Affirming Care

The Supreme Court is allowing Idaho to enforce its ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth while ongoing legal battles persist, overturning previous court decisions.

A court decision enables the state of Idaho to implement a 2023 law that imposes significant penalties on physicians for providing gender-affirming care to individuals under 18 years old.

The court's three liberal judges would have chosen to suspend the law.

This action comes as the justices may soon deliberate on whether to address bans in Kentucky and Tennessee enforced amid legal disputes.

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NAIA bans transgender athletes in U.S. collegiate sports: The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics on Monday banned transgender women from competing ...

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Quick Glance: Decision on Participation of Transgender Athletes in U.S. Collegiate Sports

The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics has decided to exclude transgender women from competing in women's sports, taking a stricter stance than other athletic bodies.

As per the NAIA policy, only student-athletes whose biological sex is female may participate in women's sports.

Transgender athletes are required to have undergone testosterone suppression treatment for at least one year and to meet specific test results at different times of the year according to the NCAA policy.

Following transgender swimmer Lia Thomas's victory in the NCAA 500-yard freestyle championship after transitioning, a group of female athletes sued the NCAA, alleging that the participation policy for transgender athletes violated their civil rights under Title IX.

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Vatican document: Transgender Catholics say it shows no understanding of their lives

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Quick Glance: Vatican Denounces Gender Surgery, Surrogacy, and Gender Theory

The Vatican declared gender-affirming surgery and surrogacy as grave violations of human dignity, equating them with abortion and euthanasia.

Rejecting 'gender theory,' the Vatican emphasized that people should not tamper with the gender they were created with by God.

The new document underscores that biological sex and the sociocultural role of sex can be distinguished but not separated.

The Vatican's most detailed stance on gender emphasizes the complementarity of biologically male and female sex organs for creating new life.

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Emmerdale fans 'work out' Eric Pollard's real plan for Kerry Wyatt: Emmerdale viewers think they have figured out a new twist involving Eric Pollard ...

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Apr 07

South Carolina coach Dawn Staley says transgender athletes 'should be able to play'

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Emmerdale double exit 'sealed' as fans spot 'telling' sign: Emmerdale has aired Rhona Goskirk and Gus Malcolms' tense court case this week on the ITV soap ...

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Apr 17

Dawn French issues plea ‘to young people’ after challenging exchange about JK Rowling’s trans views

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Emmerdale star kicked out of family home after 'betraying' loved one: Emmerdale star Kerry Wyatt found herself booted out of Amy's house tonight after she ...

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As his trans daughter struggles, a Missouri father pushes past his prejudice: Like his child, Dusty Farr says he also changed. “There’s the dead me ...

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Premier League ace ordered to pay tiny sum to skint ex and their child: The footballer earns nearly £1m a year from his club, but only stumped up maintenance ...

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Emmerdale pulled from the air as part of ITV shake-up as soap fans fume: Emmerdale won't be on tonight after having aired an hour-long episode earlier this ...

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Apr 09

Emmerdale fans rumble who will bring Tom King down - and it's not Cain: Emmerdale fans have worked out who will bring Tom King down as his abuse of his wife ...

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Coronation Street stars panic as their hours are cut by ITV bosses to save cash: Coronation Street show bosses are also said to have slashed the number of extras ...

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J.K. Rowling Rips Harry Potter Stars Daniel Radcliffe & Emma Watson for Transgender Support

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Emmerdale Debbie Dingle star Charley Webb confirms major TV return: Former Emmerdale star Charley Webb, who played Debbie Dingle, has confirmed her return to the ...

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Emmerdale fans slam ‘hypocrite’ character who ‘forgot’ his own sins: Emmerdale fans were puzzled watching a recent episode of the ITV soap, as a key character ...

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Emmerdale star splits from boyfriend after whirlwind romance: An Emmerdale star has ended her romance with her boyfriend after a whirlwind relationship ...

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Calls for Emmerdale legend to be sacked after unexpected break-up: Eric was determined to take action after receiving some news about a loved one's ...

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Emmerdale spoilers confirm new feud for Ruby - and it's not with the Dingles: Emmerdale's Ruby Fox-Miligan is about to clash with another villager on the ...

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Emmerdale villain Tom King to be 'rumbled' by Cain Dingle after robbery mistake: Emmerdale's Tom King might finally be exposed after spilling lies to Cain ...

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Emmerdale viewers 'work out' worrying Ruby twist after tense scenes with Caleb: Emmerdale viewers think they've worked out what might happen next with Ruby ...

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Caitlyn Jenner 'Disgusted' Over Trans Day Of Visibility Being On Easter: Transgender Day of Visibility has been on March 31 since its inception in 2009 ...

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Quick Glance: White House Responds to 'Dishonest' Republican Criticism of Biden's Transgender Proclamation on Easter

The White House is pushing back against misleading criticism from top Republicans of President Joe Biden for issuing a proclamation in support of transgender people on Easter.

A spokesman for the president rejected attacks from the House speaker and others claiming Biden's message for the Transgender Day of Visibility contradicts Christianity.

Biden has issued a proclamation marking March 31 as the Transgender Day of Visibility every year since taking office in 2021.

Biden allies are also challenging the attacks and highlighting that the criticism this Easter weekend also involves an egg art contest for the annual Easter Egg Roll at the White House.

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Trump says Jewish voters who back Biden 'should have their head examined'

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Quick Glance: Biden criticizes Netanyahu's Gaza war approach

President Joe Biden criticizes Netanyahu for inadequate humanitarian aid in Gaza.

The U.S. increases pressure on Israel to achieve a ceasefire, straining the long-standing alliance.

Disagreements over humanitarian aid and offensive plans in Rafah deepen the divide between the two countries.

Israel slowly ramps up aid, but logistical issues and security concerns complicate deliveries.

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Emmerdale star undergoing major surgery as he's pictured in hospital bed: Former Emmerdale cast member Matthew Wolfenden, who played David Metcalfe prior to his ...

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Asexual Representation in Popular Culture: Today (April 6) Is International Asexuality Day, and as someone who sits solidly on the ace spectrum myself ...

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Emmerdale legend reels after sudden exit news: ITV Emmerdale spoilers as one character received game-changing news.

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Emmerdale teases Rose's identity, Belle twist and death drama in major new plots: Emmerdale boss Laura Shaw has given a glimpse to what's ahead for the rest ...

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'Proud moment' as Fletchers' Family Farm to sell produce to public: The farm owned by Strictly champ Kelvin Fletcher and featured on ITV's Fletchers' ...

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Jerrod Carmichael says he wants Dave Chappelle to focus his 'genius' on more than trans jokes

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Apr 05

Emmerdale fans 'solve' who Kerry was on the phone to and it's 'another villager': Emmerdale viewers saw Kerry Wyatt in a panic on Friday, as someone continued to ...

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Emmerdale's Tom King executes cunning plot to get rid of Vinny Dingle: Tom King (James Chase) senses Vinny is still a threat to his relationship with Belle (Eden ...

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Apr 04

Emmerdale's Ella Forster's identity and hidden link to Tom King 'sealed': Emmerdale viewers are predicting a huge new twist for Tom King, with a possible link to ...

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Apr 11

Controversy embroils Adrian College's commencement speaker: Opponents have urged Adrian College leaders to retract their invitation of Riley Gaines as too ...

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Emmerdale's Gus actor's TV past from dangerous Corrie villain to Happy Valley: Emmerdale character Gus is played by actor Alan McKenna, who fans may recognise as ...

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Emmerdale’s Kerry prays to odd source for a miracle in spoiler video: Kerry Wyatt (Laura Norton) prays for a miracle in new spoiler video for the ITV soap ...

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Scotland pauses prescriptions of puberty blockers for transgender minors: Scotland’s sole clinic for treating transgender youths announced Thursday that it is ...

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Victoria destroys Jacob after discovering his secret in Emmerdale: Victoria Sugden (Isabel Hodgins) destroys Jacob Gallagher (Joe-Warren Plant) in new spoilers ...

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Hunter Schafer: Euphoria star says she no longer wants to play trans characters: Hunter Schafer says she does not want being transgender to be "the centrepiece ...

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Quick Glance: Hunter Schafer: Creativity, Ambition, and Life Beyond 'Euphoria'

Hunter Schafer, known from 'Euphoria', navigates between art, love, and ambition in her creative journey.

From buying her first home in Los Angeles to designing her future art studio - Schafer showcases her versatility as an artist.

Schafer reflects on her transgender identity, her art practice, and her visions for the future in various creative fields.

Despite fame and success, Schafer remains authentic and focused on personal growth and creative fulfillment.

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Idaho governor signs bill barring required use of transgender students’ pronouns: Idaho schools will soon be unable to require staff and students to use a ...

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Judge temporarily blocks Ohio gender-affirming care ban: An Ohio judge on Tuesday temporarily blocked a Republican-backed state law banning gender-affirming care ...

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Emmerdale star back with love-rat husband for a third time: Amy Nuttall is thought to again be back with husband Andrew Buchan after he reportedly walked out on ...

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Emmerdale star brands scenes ‘disgraceful’ in ‘never before been done’ episode: An Emmerdale icon has branded upcoming scenes 'disgraceful' in a dinner ...

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Emmerdale drops biggest clue yet that serial killer Meena is returning: Emmerdale has dropped a huge hint that Meena Jutla (Paige Sandhu) may be set to return to ...

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Trump says Election Day will be referred to as ‘Christian Visibility Day’ after attacks over transgender holiday

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Emmerdale Charles star's love life with DJ partner – first meetings and support: Charles Anderson might have been knocked back by Manpreet Sharma in Emmerdale ...

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Apr 10

Emmerdale star's exit 'sealed' after 14 years amid heartbreaking 'split': Emmerdale has teased another exit is on the cards for one character amid a possible ...

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Apr 04

Emmerdale spoilers - Caleb dies during collapse - as Nate watches on?: Nate spots an opportunity, but will he take it?

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Emmerdale fans make same demand after Aaron Dingle scene as truth exposed: Emmerdale fans were left saying the same thing as the ITV soap aired some shocking ...

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Apr 06

South Carolina coach Dawn Staley says transgender athletes should be allowed to play

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Apr 11

Planet Fitness member arrested after going into ladies' locker room 'completely naked' claiming he identified as a woman

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Emmerdale confirms heartbreaking story as baby Evan receives diagnosis: ITV Emmerdale spoilers as devastated parents Dawn and Billy learn of baby Evan's ...

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Emmerdale confirms romance story for Sarah - as sparks fly: ITV Emmerdale spoilers -as there's happiness on the horizon for Sarah

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Emmerdale's Cain left reeling as he's disowned by much-loved family member: Emmerdale spoilers as the almighty Cain Dingle received quite a shock ...

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Emmerdale newcomer Rose's real identity and ulterior motive 'sealed' amid debut: Emmerdale fans will be introduced to a new character called Rose ...

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Emmerdale spoilers next week - split 'sealed' amid proposal and Caleb danger: Emmerdale is lining up explosive scenes next week as one couple could face ...

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Emmerdale star hospitalised for 'four different reasons': An ITV Emmerdale star received an outpouring of love after revealing he was hospitalised four times for ...

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Pearl Ladderbanks' history in Emmerdale as character dies in sad twist: Tonight, the Emmerdale villagers will find out that Pearl Ladderbanks has died off screen ...

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Emmerdale exit 'sealed' as character prepares for jail: It's not Rhona Goskirk who is facing time behind bars either.

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Trans mayor whines about being 'bullied' out of office despite rampant crime, homelessness

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Dawn Staley was asked about trans women inclusion in sports. Her answer has social media buzzing

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Eric left reeling as bad news about David hits the Emmerdale village: Eric was given news about two departures in tonight's episode, and they provided mixed ...

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What a trans author found on a tour of red-state libraries: Diana Goetsch spent months visiting red-state libraries to do presentations on the freedom to read ...

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JK Rowling in ‘arrest me’ challenge over Scottish hate crime law: The Harry Potter author described several transgender women as men in a series of social media ...

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Quick Glance: Rowling's Remarks on Scottish Hate Crime Law Not Criminal

Harry Potter author JK Rowling has stated that her posts regarding Scotland's new hate crime law are not criminal, as confirmed by Police Scotland.

Despite complaints about her posts, where she referred to trans women as men, Rowling argued that freedom of speech and belief would cease in Scotland if the accurate description of biological sex was deemed criminal.

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak emphasized that people should not be criminalized for stating simple biological facts.

While the law consolidates existing hate crime legislation and introduces a new offense of stirring up hatred against protected characteristics, women have not been granted protection, raising concerns about freedom of speech in Scotland.

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Emmerdale family rocked as baby is diagnosed with leukaemia: Emmerdale boss Laura Shaw has teased a horrifying new story that will see a baby diagnosed with ...

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‘The People’s Joker’ Is Here, Queer, and the Only Viable Path Forward for Superhero Movies

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Transgender veterans file second lawsuit against VA over gender-affirming surgery coverage

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J.K. Rowling calls for own arrest for anti-trans rhetoric amid Scotland's new hate crime law

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Bill to restrict transgender student-athlete participation fails in Nebraska: Nebraska lawmakers on Friday declined to advance legislation to ban transgender ...

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I’m the mother of two trans kids and I wouldn’t change a thing about them: I’ve been reduced to tears by what I’ve seen written online by people I once admired ...

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Bobrisky: Nigerian celebrity arrested for abuse of naira: The socialite is accused of throwing money at a film premiere in Lagos, which is technically an offence ...

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'I fell in love with a killer and spent four years planning our wedding': Amanda Galler was completely blindsided when Matthew Welsh ghosted her as soon as he ...

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