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The New York City debut from the British soul singer counters the prevailing narrative around her. As she guided fans in spiritual healing, she did it as she has her whole career: on her own terms.

The Youth Leadership Academy (YLA) is now accepting applications for its upcoming leadership conference. YLA is a transformative one-day workshop designed to empower and educate LGBTQ+ youth, their parents, caregivers, and educators. Through engaging discussions, outdoor activities, and team-building exercises, participants will gain valuable knowledge on LGBT history, youth advocacy, higher education, and civic engagement. The Youth Leadership Academy will take place on Saturday, November 16, 2024, from 8:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the SSDCCE ECC Campus, located at 4343 Ocean View Blvd, San Diego, CA 92113. Applications are open to all middle and high school-aged youth interested in learning, growing, and connecting with others in the LGBTQIA+ community. To cater to diverse needs and roles, separate workshops will be offered with a focus on the following key areas: Building resilience & self-confidence / Mental health & wellness Communication & advocacy / LGBTQ+ rights & policies Leadership development / Building inclusive community Managing an LGBTQ+ Inclusive Classroom By participating in YLA, attendees will acquire essential tools and resources to thrive as leaders and build inclusive, supportive communities. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity – apply for the Youth Leadership Academy today and embark on a journey of personal growth and empowerment! San Diego LGBT Pride is accepting applications until Nov 2, 2024. Youth Leadership Academy attendees at at a table “I learned how to be a leader in my community from listening to the panelists of elected officials, business people, and students who are out in our community talking about their stories,” said Jay Sieber, freshman at San Diego High School. “When I first did the Youth Leadership Academy, I met so many new friends that I still have to this day.” Visit: Pride Youth Leadership Academy San Diego Pride on Instagram and Facebook

The edict comes as Russell Vought takes over at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Vought has ordered work to halt at the consumer finance watchdog and is cutting off new funding.

Mike Macans is one of an unknown number of Small Business Administration employees who were fired, unfired and fired again as part of the Trump administration's deep cuts to the federal workforce.

Some U.S. House Republicans in California are breaking with Speaker Mike Johnson over his suggestion that federal disaster aid be coupled with as-yet unspecified conditions on the wildfire-ravaged state.

Critic Eric Deggans explains how Saturday Night Live became the long-lived force it is.

The weapons, which are illegal in Serbia, emit sound waves which can trigger sharp ear pain, disorientation, eardrum ruptures or even irreversible hearing damage.

President Trump's efforts to cut the federal workforce by 10% might not save as much money as hoped and could have unintended consequences. NPR explains why.

The company was selected to be part of a city-run diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) support program, even as the new presidential administration ends support of DEI initiatives and refugees.

HIV medications were supposed to be exempt from U.S. aid cuts. In Zambia, for example, those on the ground say otherwise.