Malala Yousafzai and her husband Asser Malik are on a mission. They want to change the game for women in sports. The couple started Recess Capital to invest in women's sports. This is not just about money. It's about giving girls chances they never had before. Growing up, Malala did not have many opportunities to play sports. Asser had more luck. He played hockey, f...
Preschoolers, despite being similar in physical growth, often show differences in handling objects. Girls, in particular, tend to struggle more with tasks like throwing, catching, or kicking objects compared to boys. This isn't because of any physical differences, but rather because of the experiences and cultural influences they are exposed to. A recent study aimed...
In Iran, where traditional gender roles are deeply rooted in Islamic social ethics, individuals with gender dysphoria face unique challenges. These people often feel like they are living in a world that doesn't quite fit them. They experience a disconnect between their gender identity and the societal expectations placed upon them. This disconnect can lead to seriou...
The recent Blue Origin flight was a big deal. It was the first time in over 60 years that an all-female crew went to space. The crew included Katy Perry, Gayle King, Lauren Sánchez, Amanda Nguyen, Aisha Bowe, and Lina Valentina. They spent about 10 minutes in space, reaching 65 miles above Earth. This event sparked a lot of talk. Some people saw it as a huge step for...
In the world of medicine and biomedical sciences, women+ faculty often face roadblocks to career growth. While programs to help them advance are crucial, they're not always easy to access. That's why a group of leaders from The Ohio State University College of Medicine decided to create something new. They imagined and built a collaborative called CommUNITYten, bring...
The Department of Education has spoken up about a hot topic: paying college athletes. They said that new plans to pay athletes in some sports more than others might break the law called Title IX. This law makes sure schools treat both male and female athletes fairly. The memo was released just before a new president takes over. What happens next is anyone's guess. M...
For the first time, women's basketball teams will be paid for playing in March Madness. This big change came when the NCAA approved a new pay structure. It means teams can earn money based on how well they do in the tournament. This is a big deal because until now, only men's teams got paid. The vote to make this happen was unanimous. That means everyone agreed that...
Let's talk about women in the oil and gas (O&G) industry. It's a place where big changes are happening. More women are taking top jobs, and that's something worth celebrating. But it's not all smooth sailing. There are obstacles too, like sorts of barriers that can make it tough for women to rise to the top. Some companies are doing great, but others need to step up ...
Billie Jean King, a legend in women's tennis, has seen a lot of change. She's worked hard to make sure women athletes get treated fairly. One big change is how people view women's sports. It used to be seen as a kind of charity, but now it's a big business. Billie Jean is happy about this. She thinks it's a sign that people are finally taking women's sports seriously...