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#sports
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Toronto Maple Leafs

Ayami Sato makes Canadian baseball history becoming the first woman in a pro men's league | CBC News

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1 day ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Dumbass Irish Rule Forcing Female Athletes To Wear Skirts Finally Repealed | Defector

fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago
Women

Camogie skorts row: Sports Minister says resolution needed for players that is 'comfortable for everyone' ahead of Munster final

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1 week ago
Toronto Maple Leafs

Ayami Sato makes Canadian baseball history becoming the first woman in a pro men's league | CBC News

fromDefector
1 day ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Dumbass Irish Rule Forcing Female Athletes To Wear Skirts Finally Repealed | Defector

fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago
Women

Camogie skorts row: Sports Minister says resolution needed for players that is 'comfortable for everyone' ahead of Munster final

#athletics
fromDefector
6 days ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Ireland To Consider Ending Sexist Dress Code For One Of Its Most Popular Sports | Defector

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6 days ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Ireland To Consider Ending Sexist Dress Code For One Of Its Most Popular Sports | Defector

fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Camogie players can wear skorts or shorts after motion passes at special meeting

The Camogie Association has faced growing pressure regarding player attire, especially after recent protests highlighting discomfort among players in mandated skorts.
SF politics
#education
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Shifting the shame': the young gang-rape survivor spreading awareness on sexual violence

The sentencing of three rapists in India led to significant cultural change in their village, promoting respect for women and education for girls.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Shifting the shame': the young gang-rape survivor spreading awareness on sexual violence

The sentencing of three rapists in India led to significant cultural change in their village, promoting respect for women and education for girls.
fromNew York Post
5 days ago

High school female track star poses on first-place podium after finishing second to trans athlete: 'Real champ!'

When the boy got off the podium, she assumed her rightful spot as champion. The crowd erupts with applause.
SF parents
#womens-rights
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Murder of Colombian model sparks outrage over rising femicides

The murder of Colombian model Maria Jose Estupinan highlights systemic failures in protecting women from violence, sparking outrage over increasing femicides.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Murder of Colombian model sparks outrage over rising femicides

The murder of Colombian model Maria Jose Estupinan highlights systemic failures in protecting women from violence, sparking outrage over increasing femicides.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
6 days ago

Ballon d'Or gets better date for women nominees

The Ballon d'Or 2025 ceremony date allows women's nominees to attend without conflict with national team duties.
#politics
#feminism
fromConsequence
2 weeks ago
NYC LGBT

Gloria Gaynor explains why she doesn't identify as a feminist

Gloria Gaynor does not identify as a feminist due to her positive personal relationships with men.
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago
Relationships

Tina Fey's New Netflix Show Remakes a Hit 1981 Movie. It's a Major Improvement.

Alan Alda's contributions to feminism contrast with themes of misogyny in his film The Four Seasons.
Women in technology
fromtime.com
5 days ago

I Founded Girls Who Code. Now I'm Worried About Boys

Gender equality efforts need to include emotional support and growth for boys alongside girls.
Disconnection rather than competition is the core issue hindering societal progress.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

It underpins everything': how people in a relationship manage their finances

Merging finances can lead to a more equal relationship dynamic.
Couples are increasingly navigating financial complexities together due to changing economic circumstances.
Women in technology
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Patrick McGarty: How a 22-year-old Dubliner became the world's first female stockbroker and broke down gender barriers in doing so

Oonah Keogh's application to the Dublin Stock Exchange in 1925 was groundbreaking for women in finance.
#trump-administration
Parenting
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

Mothers Don't Need Medals- They Need a Better World For Their Children

Trump's motherhood incentives seem politically motivated rather than genuine proposals to support families.
#women-in-leadership
LA food
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

'Top Chef's' Kristen Kish doesn't hesitate to talk about kitchen sexism in her new memoir

Female chefs seek recognition as chefs without gender distinction, reflecting ongoing challenges in the culinary industry.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Oh, you're a woman!' Why are more than 90% of pilots still men and can anything narrow the gender gap?

The aviation industry remains significantly male-dominated, with only 6.5% of UK pilots being women, reflecting ongoing gender discrimination.
LA food
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

'Top Chef's' Kristen Kish doesn't hesitate to talk about kitchen sexism in her new memoir

Female chefs seek recognition as chefs without gender distinction, reflecting ongoing challenges in the culinary industry.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Oh, you're a woman!' Why are more than 90% of pilots still men and can anything narrow the gender gap?

The aviation industry remains significantly male-dominated, with only 6.5% of UK pilots being women, reflecting ongoing gender discrimination.
#womens-sports
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago
Toronto Maple Leafs

Already a legendary pitcher in Japan, Ayami Sato is set to break gender barrier in Canadian baseball | CBC News

Toronto Maple Leafs
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Already a legendary pitcher in Japan, Ayami Sato is set to break gender barrier in Canadian baseball | CBC News

Ayami Sato makes history as the first woman to pitch in a professional men's baseball league in Canada.
#motherhood
Women in technology
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

Why Women Managers Have to Overperform (And How It's Costing Businesses Talent and Innovation) | HackerNoon

Women, particularly mothers, often face a double burden of responsibility at home and work, leading to increased pressure to overperform.
Women in technology
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

Why Women Managers Have to Overperform (And How It's Costing Businesses Talent and Innovation) | HackerNoon

Women, particularly mothers, often face a double burden of responsibility at home and work, leading to increased pressure to overperform.
Women in technology
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

RTE's Jacqui Hurley: 'I remember at the time thinking, oh Jesus, they'll never put another woman on the radio, because this is going to be a gender thing'

Jacqui Hurley, a trailblazing broadcaster, discusses sports, motherhood, and her experiences with trans athletes and challenges in RTÉ.
#mark-carney
Women in technology
fromHackernoon
3 months ago

Unpacking the IT Gender Gap: Lived Experience and the Path Forward | HackerNoon

Women in IT remain significantly underrepresented, with only 19% of positions filled by women in 2022/2023.
Cultural and historical factors heavily influence women's pursuit of STEM careers.
#cinema
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Exclusive | Women make up 3% of this famed NYC job: Meet the rare breed of city 'doorwomen'

"Sometimes I'm the first one to learn when one of the girls are pregnant, or they'll invite me to their weddings."
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Marathon runner fires back at critics over race-day 'bikini' bottoms: 'Give me a break!'

"People should focus more on the incredible accomplishment of completing a marathon rather than trivializing what I wore during the event."
Women in technology
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

Alexis Ohanian says robotics will soon level the parental playing field between men and women

Advancements in robotics will enable parents, especially mothers, to outsource mundane tasks, making parenting more equitable.
#legislation
Women in technology
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Contributor: Why California leads the way toward parity for women in elected office

California's state Senate achieved a historic majority with women, moving towards gender parity in legislative representation.
Women in technology
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Contributor: Why California leads the way toward parity for women in elected office

California's state Senate achieved a historic majority with women, moving towards gender parity in legislative representation.
Fashion & style
fromAnOther
3 weeks ago

A Different Approach to Women's Tailoring

Annabel Ballance's project aims to empower women through tailored suits that respect traditional forms while reorienting gendered power dynamics.
#women-empowerment
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

From Sri Lanka to Tanzania: the pioneering hotels run entirely by women

Jeewanthi Adhikari's promotion to manager of an all-female hotel in Sri Lanka represents a significant step toward gender equality in the tourism industry.
#protest
#womens-football
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

SFA bans trans women competing in women's football

Scottish FA bans transgender women from women's football, allowing only those born biologically female to compete.
Policy update aligns football regulations with other sports in Scotland.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

SFA bans trans women competing in women's football

Scottish FA bans transgender women from women's football, allowing only those born biologically female to compete.
Policy update aligns football regulations with other sports in Scotland.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 weeks ago

Philadelphia Church appoints first female Pastor

"Wow. This is what this feels like. I'm living history," says, Cavaness.
Women in technology
#transgender-rights
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

California legislative committee rejects limits on trans athletes

California lawmakers rejected bills limiting trans athlete participation in girls' sports, reflecting ongoing national debates.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

California legislative committee rejects limits on trans athletes

California lawmakers rejected bills limiting trans athlete participation in girls' sports, reflecting ongoing national debates.
#awards
fromBusline News
3 weeks ago
Women in technology

Nominations Open For Busline Magazine's 'Women To Recognize In Busing' Award - Busline News

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3 weeks ago
Women in technology

Nominations Open For Busline Magazine's 'Women To Recognize In Busing' Award - Busline News

#women-in-the-workplace
Women in technology
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

A Man's Job? These Careers are Still the Most Male-Dominated

Gender-based stereotypes still hinder equality in many American job sectors.
While progress has been made, certain fields remain heavily male-dominated.
Physical demands of some jobs may deter women from applying.
fromBuzzFeed
4 weeks ago
Women in technology

Women Share The Most Sexist Things Men Have Said Or Done At Work, And It's Worse Than Whatever You Think

Women in technology
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

A Man's Job? These Careers are Still the Most Male-Dominated

Gender-based stereotypes still hinder equality in many American job sectors.
While progress has been made, certain fields remain heavily male-dominated.
Physical demands of some jobs may deter women from applying.
fromBuzzFeed
4 weeks ago
Women in technology

Women Share The Most Sexist Things Men Have Said Or Done At Work, And It's Worse Than Whatever You Think

fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Woman who tricked her way into men-only Magic Circle finally allowed in

"Jenny was increasingly frustrated that women, including herself, could not join the Magic Circle. She came up with an idea to infiltrate the society by having me dress as a man."
London politics
#supreme-court
LGBT
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Single-sex spaces for women will get more dangerous after Supreme Court ruling

The Supreme Court's ruling on gender definitions threatens single-sex spaces and heightens enforcement challenges, leading to concerns from trans rights activists.
LGBT
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Single-sex spaces for women will get more dangerous after Supreme Court ruling

The Supreme Court's ruling on gender definitions threatens single-sex spaces and heightens enforcement challenges, leading to concerns from trans rights activists.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

My career has been hit by standing up to Barton - Aluko

This happens in lots of industries - when women stand up for themselves, their career takes a hit. I've been doing broadcasting for 11 years. I'm not new to it.
UK news
#military-policy
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Pentagon Eliminates Lower Fitness Standards for Women in Combat Roles

The Pentagon has eliminated lower physical fitness standards for women in combat units, potentially affecting recruitment.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Pentagon Eliminates Lower Fitness Standards for Women in Combat Roles

The Pentagon has eliminated lower physical fitness standards for women in combat units, potentially affecting recruitment.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

US army to test enlisted men and women with same physical standards

The US Army is implementing a sex-neutral fitness test, eliminating gender distinctions in combat role standards.
Germany news
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Former KC GK Schult: Euro teams don't want moms

Almuth Schult's retirement highlights challenges faced by female athletes who are mothers in Europe.
Women
fromNature
1 month ago

Sexual harassment thrives in silence, even in gender-equality hotspots

Despite high gender equality rankings, sexual harassment remains underreported in Sweden, highlighting a disconnect between perceptions and reality.
UK news
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

U.S. activists call U.K. anti-trans ruling 'a serious blow' to human rights

The U.K. Supreme Court ruling denies legal recognition of transgender women as women, sparking outrage among U.S. activists.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The supreme court didn't rule on the definition of a woman' this is what its judgment does mean | Sam Fowles

The Supreme Court doesn't adjudicate on public definitions of gender or sex; its ruling focused on the legal interpretation of woman under the Equality Act 2010.
UK politics
#women-in-sports
Chicago White Sox
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

She Broke an Enormous Barrier in One of America's Most Sexist Industries. Why Has She Been Forgotten?

Jenny Cavnar made history as the first female major-league baseball play-by-play announcer and inspires the next generation of women in sports.
fromPoynter
1 month ago
Women in technology

Q&A: Melissa Ludtke reflects on her path from cultural footnote to journalism icon - Poynter

fromBustle
1 month ago
Mental health

Two Women Race Car Drivers Reveal A Relatable Problem They Face Behind The Wheel

Chicago White Sox
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

She Broke an Enormous Barrier in One of America's Most Sexist Industries. Why Has She Been Forgotten?

Jenny Cavnar made history as the first female major-league baseball play-by-play announcer and inspires the next generation of women in sports.
fromPoynter
1 month ago
Women in technology

Q&A: Melissa Ludtke reflects on her path from cultural footnote to journalism icon - Poynter

fromBustle
1 month ago
Mental health

Two Women Race Car Drivers Reveal A Relatable Problem They Face Behind The Wheel

fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Unprofessional Disgrace': Atlanta Braves Reporter Under Fire for Asking Fan for Her Number During Interview

Wiley Ballard's attempt to request phone numbers from fans during a live segment has sparked a debate about professionalism and double standards in sports reporting.
Atlanta Braves
Women in technology
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Why ChatGPT Thinks Professors Are Men-and So Do Our Kids

AI reflects existing biases, depicting a male-dominated view of academia and contributing to societal stereotypes.
Gender bias in children's drawing of scientists indicates early cognitive development influences societal expectations.
fromianVisits
1 month ago

Blue plaque honours Jill Viner, London's first female bus driver

Jill Viner became the first woman to drive a London bus licensed to carry passengers in May 1974, pioneering women's professional roles in bus driving.
London politics
Women in technology
fromPage Six
1 month ago

Lauren Sanchez and her hand-picked all-female team will make history on space flight - and scientists say it's a good thing

Lauren Sánchez will launch into space with an all-female team, sparking debate about the appropriateness amidst economic struggles.
Women in technology
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Which countries require military service for women? DW 04/06/2025

Denmark has introduced military conscription for women, starting January 2026, as a response to rising geopolitical tensions.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

It's really crude': concern over mix of misogyny and Franco nostalgia among Spanish teens

Young men's depictions of masculinity are increasingly influenced by far-right political views and nostalgia for the Franco dictatorship.
Women
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Hegseth orders same physical requirements for men, women in combat roles, says US 'allowed standards to slip'

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth mandates that all combat roles in the military must have unified physical standards for men and women.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

New German Bundestag meets for first time since election DW 03/25/2025

The Bundestag is becoming more representative, yet significant demographic gaps still exist, particularly in gender and migrant background representation.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

We Are Women, Hear Us Roar

Women face greater mental health challenges than men, largely due to inequities and lack of autonomy.
Enhancing women's autonomy through wealth equality can help mitigate mental health issues.
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