The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a challenge to Tennessee’s ban on transgender medical treatments for minors, which will set a major precedent for the rest of the country. While the Supreme Court can be unpredictable considering the mixed bag of justices, Sara Gonzales believes the odds are in the conservatives' — and thus the children's — favor. “I mean, SCOTUS now has an opportunity to set the precedent here on irrevocably sterilizing an entire generation,” Gonzales says. “I’m never fully confident on anything Supreme Court-related, there are too many wishy-washy conservatives on that court.” “But I like our odds here,” she adds, noting that the plaintiffs were denied their appeal to the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals. The plaintiffs in the case claim that the state’s ban on transgender medical treatments for minors violates the 14th Amendment. “They say that the ban on gender procedures for minors violates the equal protection clause by preventing them from accessing medical treatments that are available to others,” Gonzales explains. “This is their main argument: ‘We are an oppressed minority being discriminated against because we are transgender,’” she adds. However, transgender adults are capable of getting the procedure. “They can still go set an appointment, chop off their balls, chop off their breasts, chop off apparently whatever body part you like as long as you get the right doctor. Now, if you did it yourself, you’d be in an insane asylum. But you can chop off whatever you’d like once you’re an adult,” Gonzales says, adding, “It’s just the kids that are protected.” Not only are transgender adults capable of making irreversible surgical alterations to their body, transgender adults are supported by nearly every large institution. “So, the ban was upheld by the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals as I mentioned,” Gonzales explains, “which said that the plaintiffs were in fact very much not an oppressed minority.” Want more from Sara Gonzales?To enjoy more of Sara's no-holds-barred take to news and culture, subscribe to BlazeTV — the largest multi-platform network of voices who love America, defend the Constitution, and live the American dream.

A week is a long time in politics but 11 years is an even longer time in gaming. 7 Days to Die has spent over a decade in early access, but that’s all about to end. Version 1.0 is knocking on the door and is ready to enter the room. Before the game launches into its final, full form, you can test it out for a few days. Continue reading 7 Days to Die launching soon, asks Steam players to test full version MORE FROM PCGAMESN: 7 Days to Die System Requirements, 7 Days to Die mods, Best zombie games

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The new 8BitDo Ultimate 2C Wireless Controller includes Bluetooth, USB-C, and 2.4GHz connectivity. | Image: 8BitDo 8BitDo announced its latest budget-minded wireless controller today, the Ultimate 2C. For $29.99, it includes features like an extra pair of shoulder buttons to satisfy most PC and Android gamers, Hall effect sticks and triggers to keep problems like the Switch’s notorious “Joy-Con drift” at bay, and three different ways to connect it to a gaming machine with USB-C, a 2.4GHz dongle boasting 1,000Hz polling rates, and Bluetooth. Amazon lists a July 15th release date, and while we haven’t had a chance to go hands-on with it yet, it could be a better bargain than the Ultimate C controllers the company released last year with the same $29.99 price. There is a catch. Unfortunately, the Ultimate 2C’s Bluetooth compatibility only lists support... Continue reading…

As Apple prepares for a major AirPods Pro update later this fall, the company has released a new firmware version for several of its earbuds and headphones. If you own the AirPods Pro 2, AirPods Pro, AirPods Max, AirPods (2 and 3), Beats Fit Pro, or Powerbeats Pro, Apple has a firmware update ready for you. Although the company only mentions "bug fixes and other improvements," there's always a chance these updates contain more, such as ANC improvements, better sound quality, or something to make phone calls sound better. Interestingly, Apple is updating most of its audio products with a dedicated audio chip, which is why it includes Beats Fit Pro and Powerbeats Pro. How to update AirPods firmware Image source: José Adorno for BGR There isn’t an official method to update your AirPods firmware. Since Apple says the new versions install when AirPods are connected via Bluetooth to your iPhone, the best option is to let both devices charge together for at least 30 minutes. To check your AirPods firmware version, you need to open the Settings app, open the Bluetooth menu, find your AirPods or Beats earbuds, and tap the “i” next to them to see the current version number. If this process doesn’t work, you’ll have to wait until they update on their own, as Apple doesn’t let you manually install these firmware updates. That said, if you have the following AirPods or Beats products, this is the latest firmware: AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with MagSafe Charging Case (USB-C): 6F8 AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with MagSafe Charging Case (Lightning): 6F8 Powerbeats Pro: 6F8 Beats Fit Pro: 6F8 AirPods Pro (1st generation): 6A326 AirPods (3rd generation): 6A326 AirPods (2nd generation): 6A326 AirPods Max: 6A326 New AirPods Pro 2 features coming later this year Image source: José Adorno for BGR Later this year, AirPods Pro 2 will get the following features: Siri Interactions: This feature lets you interact with phone calls, messages, notifications, and more by simply nodding or shaking your head. Voice Isolation: This feature is making the jump from the iPhone, iPad, and Mac directly to the AirPods Pro. Machine learning, running on the H2 chip in AirPods Pro and the paired iPhone, iPad, or Mac, isolates and enhances voice quality while removing significant background noise for the listener. Personalized Spatial Audio for games: When using AirPods Pro, gamers will now have the best wireless audio latency Apple has ever delivered for mobile gaming. AirPods Pro users can also enjoy improved voice quality, including 16-bit and 48kHz audio, when chatting with teammates and other players. Custom Adaptive Audio: Once this feature is released, users can ask Siri to “remove more noise” or “remove less noise," which makes Adaptive Audio more customizable for your everyday usage. BGR will let you know if we find anything new with this AirPods firmware update. Don't Miss: AirPods Max 2 and new Apple AirPods: Here’s when to expect them The post Apple releases new AirPods firmware update for all models – here’s how to install it appeared first on BGR. Today's Top Deals Today’s deals: $79 AirPods, $99 Ninja blender, 25% off Google Pixel 8 Pro, Waterdrop RO filters, more Today’s deals: $714 Apple Watch Ultra 2, $30 Thermacell mosquito repeller, $130 Instant Pot Duo Plus, more Today’s deals: $30 Echo Dot, $22 mini power bank, $629 Weber Spirit grill, $130 Beats Solo 3, more Today’s deals: $150 off GEEKOM mini PC, $21 TOZO earbuds, $90 Ninja Air Fryer Pro, $360 Galaxy A35, more

We've been waiting for a new Beats Pill for a long time, and now, it's finally here. Apple also resurrected the HomePod a little while ago, so bringing back speakers that it previously discontinued seems to be a trend with the company. After reading Jośe Adorno's review and digging into the product on the Beats website, I can safely say that I'm going to ditch my Sonos Roam and make the switch to the new Beats Pill. Let's get into all of the reasons why. Continue reading... The post The new Beats Pill is so good that I’m ditching my Sonos Roam appeared first on BGR. Today's Top Deals Today’s deals: $79 AirPods, $99 Ninja blender, 25% off Google Pixel 8 Pro, Waterdrop RO filters, more Best Fire TV Stick deals for June 2024 44 best cheap Apple deals under $100 Today’s deals: $199 AirPods Pro 2, $89 robot vacuum, 15% off pet odor spray, $19 Roku Express, more