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Pete Hegseth vs Scouting America: Why LGBTQ+, girls’ and diversity spaces disappeared after Pentagon pressure

Scouting America removed dedicated diversity spaces from its National Jamboree event. This action followed pressure from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth regarding "woke" policies. The Pentagon threatened to withdraw its century-old support for the youth organization. This decision impacts scouts who previously found community in these areas. The organization faces ongoing…

The Economic Times · Jul 31

Pete Hegseth gets his way as Scouting America drops its inclusion spaces

One of Scouting America’s biggest gatherings has eliminated dedicated spaces for gay youth, women and scouts of color as the organization faces from the Pentagon to pull back diversity efforts

The Independent UK · Jul 30

Complaint seeks answers on Scouting America's transgender policy after Pentagon deal

A gay rights activist is suing the Defense Department to answer a simple question: Did Scouting America actually ban transgender members in a deal with the Pentagon

The Independent UK · Jun 26

Single vs two storey extensions — which is right for your home?

We weigh up the pros and cons of a single vs double-storey extension scheme to help you decide which is the best option for you

Ideal Home · Dec 28, 2024

12 extension design features that are totally worth the money, according to the pros

These design details will go a long way in helping you create a wow-factor space

Ideal Home · Dec 27, 2024

Australia’s first genetically modified fruit is ripe for a taste test. Could it avert a global banana apocalypse?

It’s the world’s most popular fruit, but the Cavendish banana is at risk of being wiped out. Queensland scientists say they may have the answer

The Guardian - AU · Sep 6, 2024

Court Rejects Lawsuit by Sorority Members Against Sorority for Admitting Transgender Member

The sorority, the court held, had a First Amendment freedom of expressive association right to choose which students to admit (logic that suggests that a sorority would equally be free to exclude transgender members).

Reason · Aug 25, 2023

'Extending into the side return has transformed this tired Victorian terrace'

We asked an architect how extending into the side return has revamped this cramped home to create a spacious new kitchen diner

Ideal Home · May 28, 2023

First genetically modified banana being assessed by regulators

Australian researchers have developed the world's first genetically modified (GM) banana, but don't expect it in a fruit bowl near you anytime soon.

ABC News · May 21, 2023

Banana appeal: Australia’s first genetically modified fruit sent for approval

Cavendish made to resist fungus threatening variety worldwide is seen as safety net for growers if industry wiped out

The Guardian - AU · May 12, 2023