
Stripe apologizes over false claims about banning LGBTQ products
Stripe apologized after support agents incorrectly claimed the company bans LGBTQ content, clarifying that it has no such prohibition and is investigating the misinformation.
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Stripe apologized after support agents incorrectly claimed the company bans LGBTQ content, clarifying that it has no such prohibition and is investigating the misinformation.

The CEO of Great American Family, Bill Abbott, has distanced the network from Candace Cameron Bure's controversial comments about LGBTQ+ content, stating that she was not speaking on behalf of the company. However, when asked if LGBTQ+ storylines would be featured on the network, Abbott remained vague, stating that they prioritize great storylines and characters without having a specific agenda. Bure's comments have drawn criticism from fellow actors and LGBTQ+ advocacy groups, and her conservative beliefs have caused previous backlash.
Florida has informed school superintendents that the Advanced Placement (AP) psychology course, which includes LGBTQ+ content, violates the state's new law prohibiting instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity. This move is part of Governor Ron DeSantis' efforts to limit instruction on LGBTQ+ issues and race in the state. The College Board, which develops AP courses, recommended that school districts refrain from teaching the psychology course for now, as modifying it to comply with the law would make it ineligible for college credit and violate academic standards. The College Board stated that any course excluding sexual orientation and gender would violate their guidelines and should not be considered for college credit.

Florida has effectively banned the Advanced Placement (AP) Psychology course in the state due to its inclusion of content on sexual orientation and gender identity, according to the College Board. The state's Department of Education cited a violation of the Parental Rights in Education Act, which restricts the instruction of LGBTQ topics in classrooms. The College Board argues that this decision removes choice from parents and students and disrupts the college readiness plans of thousands of Florida students. The state previously faced criticism for blocking AP African American Studies courses. The College Board states that excluding LGBTQ topics would censor college-level standards and deprive students of important knowledge.

Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt defends his decision to cut PBS funding due to "problematic" LGBTQ content; "Happy Days" star announces he is leaving California due to the homeless crisis and rampant crime; AI facial recognition technology has failed in solving crimes three times; medical schools are bringing back segregation, according to Dr. Marilyn Singleton; a new AI tool gives doctors personalized Alzheimer's treatment plans for dementia patients.

Final Fantasy 16 has been banned in Saudi Arabia due to unacceptable content that Square Enix refused to modify. The ban may be related to rumors of LGBTQ+ content in the game. The ban comes as Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund continues to invest in the video games industry, despite criticism of the country's human rights abuses.