Jillian Orr posted a TikTok of her putting together the gown and wearing it to graduation where it received more than 2.7 million views and 5,700 comments since Sunday. “At BYU it’s against the honor code to be in a homosexual relationship,” the on-screen text read as Orr used a sewing machine to stitch a rainbow pride flag inside her graduation gown. “If you are discovered to be dating or just holding hands there are severe consequences,” the on-screen text continued....

Cunningham is a consensus five-star recruit and is the highest-rated point guard out of his class, per 247Sports’ Composite rankings. The Texas native sizes up at 6-7 and 215 pounds and is a product of Montverde Academy in Florida. MORE: College basketball schedule 2019-20 Cunningham made the announcement via Twitter on Tuesday: Oklahoma State coach Mike Boynton did all he could to secure the prized recruit, and his efforts paid off....

On Tuesday, Caesars Entertainment announced its decision change regarding the “For God & Country Patriot Double Down” event which was organized by The Patriot Voice. The Patriot Voice is closely connected to the QAnon Movement. Even though a homepage message on The Patriot Voice’s website states that attendees can expect to see “your favorite Patriots and Digital Soldiers, enjoy top-notch entertainment, and experience pure patriotism,” once you reach the event registration page, it states that the online ticketing system is temporarily offline....

Maher blasted cruise ships, which have long been referred to as a “floating petri dishes,” saying that the coronavirus outbreak across the globe is the perfect time to finally “push the entire disgusting business out to sea and give it the viking funeral it so rightly deserves.” In a Real Time with Bill Maher segment entitled, “Port Reform,” which aired Friday, Maher ridiculed President Donald Trump labeling it a “great and important” industry while mocking the hokey eccentricities of cruise ships and its millions of annual passengers....

More than just the greatest winner ever, Russell was the ultimate teammate, a groundbreaking coach, and a civil rights pioneer. And that was just during his playing career After retiring from the game in 1969, Russell remained close by, spending time as a commentator and coach, but it was his impact as a mentor that will be felt for generations to come. Whether it was All-Star Weekend, NBA Global Games or the NBA Finals, you knew an event was of significance if Russell was in attendance....

He admitted he “has no idea” when the NCAA will make its decision, but dispelled recent reports that there was good or bad news in Diallo’s case. No news, he explained, actually felt like good news at this point in the NCAA’s investigation into his high school — Our Savior New American (N.Y.) — which is currently under review to determine whether it meets the governing body’s academic standards....

The billboard, set to debut on a truck to be driven around Washington, D.C., Wednesday and obtained by Newsweek on Tuesday, refers to McConnell by a nickname bestowed on him by critics of his decision to block election security bills despite evidence that Russia meddled in the 2016 elections. “Moscow Mitch: Do Your Duty or Lose Your Job,” reads the billboard, which also features his face. Need to Impeach and other groups have targeted McConnell before, but the campaign’s lead strategist Kevin Mack told Newsweek that “things are different” since Republican incumbent Matt Bevin narrowly lost the Kentucky gubernatorial election last week to Democrat Andy Beshear....

In mid October, reports emerged that the singers had embarked on a romance, after several outlets published photos of Eilish sharing a kiss with the Neighbourhood frontman during an outing in the Studio City area of Los Angeles. Eilish, 20, and Rutherford, 31, were photographed on a sidewalk after dining at local Indian restaurant Lal Mirch, according to People magazine. The two were also spotted dining together at Los Angeles’ Crossroads Kitchen on October 13....

The ship’s cargo, containing 25 tons of nitric acid and other chemicals, was destroyed in a massive fire that lasted for 12 days. Authorities were unable to tow the ship away from the port in Colombo after the ship, operated by X-Press Feeders, began to submerge. Charitha Pattiaratchi, a professor of oceanography at the University of Western Australia, said the ship has already released three billion tiny plastic pellets into the sea that have washed up on nearby shores....

The newest Bills player, who was signed off the Lions’ practice squad Tuesday, said he’s facing a pretty steep learning curve while trying to make the transition to a new position. He’s hoping to channel his inner Adam Sandler, but not Paul Crewe or Bobby Boucher. MORE: Thomas not on list of top fantasy tight ends for Week 13 “I’m in kindergarten when these guys are at a pro level,” Thomas joked Monday with Detroit media, via the Detroit Free Press....

That will, of course, depend on whether the Bills still want him. Williams is set to be paid $19.9 million this season, his fifth year of a six-year contract. According to ESPN, that would be the second-highest cap number of any NFL defensive player in 2016. MORE: Teams with best, worst salary cap situations | Top 25 NFL free agents That’s a steep price for a 31-year-old player who recorded only five sacks last season....

Buffalo faces a big initial number if it keeps Taylor — if he’s on the roster come March 11, he will be owed $27.5 million in base salary and option bonus — but it’s not as big as you think. Taylor also would be locked in for a total of $30.75 million guaranteed through 2018. Given the inflated market for middle-tier quarterbacks, which will take on even more hot air from Kirk Cousins’ eventual contract, that’s more like a short-term bargain for the Bills....

The person spoke on the condition of anonymity Tuesday because the Pegulas’ formal bid was not made public. Sports Business Journal first reported the Pegulas’ bid earlier in the day. The price was revealed hours after late owner Ralph Wilson’s estate announced it had reached “a definitive agreement” to sell the Bills to the Pegulas. The price eclipses the previous high of $1.1 billion set in 2009, when Stephen Ross completed his purchase of the Miami Dolphins....

The AFC East showdown is set to begin at 8:15 p.m. ET in the Bills’ home of Buffalo, N.Y. The weather in Buffalo can be pretty nasty in December. While it’s not overly cold in the city for early December, both teams could be battling the elements in this one. Namely, the wind. Indeed, it is going to be very breezy on Monday night in Buffalo. It won’t be quite as insane as the “Wind Bowl” game of 2008 that featured both of these teams, but safe to say that quarterbacks might have more trouble than usual throwing accurate passes....

Yet last week the FBI’s highest-ranking antiterror official, Dale Watson, told a law-enforcement conference his personal view (without hard evidence) is that bin Laden is dead. Some officials think the egomaniacal Saudi would have wanted personally to rally his troops by now. Still, White House officials were not pleased by Watson’s comments. During a secret 4:30 p.m. videoconference of intelligence chiefs from around the government, the newly installed National Security Council antiterrorism chief, John Gordon, grumbled, “What is this all about?...

Binge eating disorder is considered the most common eating and feeding disorder in the United States, affecting about 3% of Americans—three times more common than anorexia and bulimia combined. Binge eating disorder is diagnosed primarily through a discussion and evaluation of symptoms, but can involve physical examinations and diagnostic testing. This article covers how binge eating disorder is diagnosed. Professional Screenings The process for determining if a person has binge eating disorder usually begins with a primary healthcare provider....

Systemic lupus erythematosus (often referred to as SLE or lupus) is an autoimmune disease that leads to inflammation in the body’s connective tissue. Autoimmune diseases develop when the body’s immune system accidentally starts attacking healthy parts of the body instead of an invader. The joints, skin, blood vessels, and various organs are usually most impacted by lupus. Additional types of lupus revolve around the various organs that are most impacted, including: Lupus nephritis is when the immune system’s reaction damages the kidneys, impacting about one-third of lupus patients....

Schori’s election comes at a difficult time for America’s 2 million Episcopalians, when some conservative dioceses are threatening to split from the U.S. church over the 2003 consecration of a gay bishop. But Schori is tough, and her apparent steadiness amid conflict helped win her the job. “I will bend over backwards to build good relations with those who do not agree with me,” she said after her election. A former oceanographer who flies small planes for fun, Schori is already expert at defying expectations....

Bitcoin reached $61,556.59 this weekend, eclipsing its previous high of $58,356. “If you’re looking for one word, it would be ‘inevitable!’” Jason Deane, analyst at Quantum Economics, in London, told Newsweek. “It’s clear from Michael Saylor’s and Grayscale’s continuing acquisitions, new institutions entering the space on a daily basis and ongoing interest from the retail sector that demand continues to outstrip supply,” he said. “In many cases, the Bitcoin being purchased is being moved from exchanges to long-term cold storage, reducing liquidity further....

“Yo, what the hell is this?” said an off-camera voice in the video, as they approached the green decorated newspaper box. The box also has a stencil of Shrek painted on along with the words: “From our swamp to yours.” To the tune of “All Star” by Smash Mouth, the video shows a closer look at the surprising box, which reads: “Leave a Shrek, take a Shrek.” When opened, the “Shrek Box” is decorated with fan artwork inside, along with merchandise and even an onion—which has layers, of course....