2020 study from the Williams Institute, an LGBTQ think tank at the UCLA School of Law, found that lesbians, gays, and bisexuals subjected to conversion therapy are twice as likely to attempt suicide as those who never underwent it. A similar peer-reviewed study, published in the American Journal of Public Health, found that LGBTQ youth subjected to conversion therapy were more than twice as likely to report having attempted suicide and more than two-and-a-half times as likely to report multiple suicide attempts over the past year.But the South Florida bans were soon challenged by two marriage and family therapists in Palm Beach County, who claimed that the bans on conversion therapy discriminated against the therapists’ right to engage in and provide counseling consistent with their clients’ religious beliefs, and their clients’ right to seek treatment to deal with “unwanted same-sex attraction” or gender dysphoria, based on their religious beliefs opposing homosexuality.A federal judge initially ruled against the therapists, but on appeal, a three-judge panel of the 11th U.S.
A Florida County Finds These 115 Books Objectionable
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The Collier County School District has placed advisory notices on both online and physical copies of the books in response to parental concerns about their content.The advisory states: “This book has been identified by some community members as unsuitable for students,” and adds that the decision of whether or not a book is suitable should be determined by a student’s parents.Although it does not prevent students from checking out certain titles from Collier County’s libraries, the advisory is visible to parents, who can choose to monitor the books their children have taken through an online portal provided by the district.The books that have been flagged include works with LGBTQ characters, especially transgender characters, books dealing with race or racism, books that contain sexual content, and even picture books for children dealing with potentially controversial issues.At least 62 of the 115 flagged books have LGBTQ or transgender characters or themes, while nearly one-third have protagonists or secondary characters of color, reports the Naples Daily News. (The full list of books appears at the bottom of this post.)The district says the advisories were placed on the books in February and March, in order to comply with the state’s Parental Bill of Rights law.
Also known as the “Don’t Say Gay” law, it requires parents to be informed about anything dealing with their children’s education or well-being.Significantly, the law prohibits LGBTQ-related instruction in primary grades, as well as older grades, if the material is deemed to not be “age or developmentally appropriate.”Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis also signed another bill into law earlier this year that gives parents and members of the public increased access to
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Britney Spears asks $2M for Florida condo that sister claimed to own
under her conservatorship has hit the market for $2 million, The Post has learned. Britney Spears, 40, is the actual owner. If she gets anywhere near the asking price, she’ll walk away with a good profit.
Florida Georgia Line’s Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley play final show as a duo
Country music stars Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley of Florida Georgia Line played their last show as a duo. The two gave their final performance as Florida Georgia Line during the Minnesota State Fair on Wednesday night, ending the show with one of their biggest hits, "Cruise." Hubbard and Kelley have been a duo for a decade, with their first album "Here's to the Good Times" released in 2012. Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley played their final show as a band at the Minnesota State Fair.
Florida Georgia Line Performs Final Concert as Duo After 12 Years Together
Florida Georgia Line is officially over.
Florida Georgia Line Says Farewell After Final Show Together: ‘Next Chapter’
Florida Georgia Line has played its final show. On Wednesday night, Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley told the fans at the Minnesota State Fair that they were witnessing their last show as a country duo.
Florida Georgia Line Says Farewell After Final Show Together: 'Next Chapter'
Florida Georgia Line has played its final show. On Wednesday night, Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley told the fans at the Minnesota State Fair that they were witnessing their last show as a country duo.«You’ve enabled us to chase this crazy dream of writing songs and playing shows and hoping someone will show up to listen, so thank you guys,» Hubbard told the crowd, according to.
Tom Brady & Gisele Bündchen Reportedly In A HUGE Fight! She Left The Family Compound!
There might be some trouble in paradise for one celebrity couple right now!
Florida Georgia Line Plays Emotional Final Show: ‘The Closing of an Incredible Chapter’
Ethan Shanfeld Florida Georgia Line waved goodbye to an era, as Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley played their final show as a country duo at the Minnesota State Fair Wednesday night. “You’ve enabled us to chase this crazy dream of writing songs and playing shows and hoping someone will show up to listen, so thank you guys,” Hubbard said, addressing the crowd. “It’s the closing of an incredible, incredible chapter for us. It’s very exciting for us to look at what’s ahead, see what’s next. And the next chapter ahead is very exciting, but we want to celebrate this chapter with you guys.” Beginning the next chapter, Hubbard will release his solo album next year and is set to join Keith Urban and Ingrid Andress on their ongoing tour. This week, he signed with UTA for solo bookings. Kelley is jumping into a Florida residency where he will perform his solo material. He’s also in the cast of scripted comedy-country podcast “Uncle Drank” alongside Luke Wilson, Uncle Kracker and Will Sasso.
Florida Georgia Line Performs Together for the Last Time: ‘The Closing of an Incredible Chapter’
The end of an era. Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley played their last show as Florida Georgia Line months after announcing their break.
Newsom Pledges $100,000 To Defeat DeSantis In Florida
“Time to make Ron DeSantis a one-term governor,” California Governor Gavin Newsom wrote today of the Florida leader. Newsom proposed to do so by donating $100,000 to DeSantis’ opponent in the November midterm, Rep. Charlie Crist (D-Fla).
Woman in Florida finds an alligator swimming in her pool
A woman in Florida found an alligator swimming in her pool. Sheriff’s deputies responded to a call about the large reptile taking a dip at a property in Orange County, according to a Facebook post, which includes footage of the woman showing the police to the unwanted visitor.
Florida High School Teacher Arrested & Accused Of Hiding Missing Child In Her Home
A high school teacher in Florida has been arrested and charged with custodial interference after allegedly hiding a child in her home days after he was reported missing by his parents.
Florida Court Rules 16-Year-Old Too Immature for an Abortion but Mature Enough to Raise a Child
,” and thus should be forced to create and raise a human being, which she apparently is mature enough to do. The upheld a previous decision by Circuit Judge Jennifer Frydrychowicz, , who blocked the girl, referred to as Jane Doe 22-B in court papers, from receiving the procedure without the consent of a parent or guardian. In their ruling this week, judges Harvey Jay, Rachel Nordby, and Scott Makar claimed that the teen “had not established by clear and convincing evidence that she was sufficiently mature to decide whether to terminate her pregnancy.
Memento International Boards TIFF Drama ‘Something You Said Last Night’, Exec Producers Include ‘The Florida Project’ Duo
EXCLUSIVE: Paris-based Memento International has boarded TIFF Discovery drama Something You Said Last Night by director Luis De Filippis.