Skinner Calls Season 2 Overcompensating 2016 Hopecore
Creator Benito Skinner describes the upcoming second season of the Prime Video series as millennial hopecore set in the 2010s.
U.S. Culture News
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LGBTQ+
Alanis Morissette Comes Out as Pansexual
The Jagged Little Pill singer revealed her sexual orientation during a Handsome podcast episode.
Hispanic
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Do you think Latino voters' political influence is growing in America?
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Gains More Than 10 Members
Democrats' election night success adds new Hispanic lawmakers, with the caucus expected to reach more than 50 members by its December anniversary.
Human Interest
Sally Field Marks 80th Birthday on Instagram
The actress shared a playful kitchen photo with a wine glass as friends and celebrities posted birthday wishes.
Women’s Issues
Live Poll
Do you think Congress will better represent everyday Americans with more women in it?
Women Win Record House Seats in 2026 Midterms
At least 116 women had won U.S. House seats as of Wednesday morning, with dozens of races still uncalled.
Awards
Pelosi Receives Kennedy Lifetime Achievement Award
The Edward M. Kennedy Institute honored the former House Speaker at its Annual Fundraising Dinner, the award's second recipient.
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