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Jan 10 2026OPINION

Valentina Shevchenko: A New Perspective on Modern Feminism

Valentina Shevchenko, a top UFC fighter, has strong opinions about modern feminism. She believes the movement has lost its way. In the past, feminism fought for equal rights. Now, Shevchenko thinks it's about something else. She argues that women already have equal rights. So, what's left to fight f

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Jan 10 2026POLITICS

The Big Debate: Transgender Athletes and Fair Play

The Supreme Court is tackling a heated issue: should transgender girls be allowed to play on female sports teams in public schools? This isn't just about sports; it's about fairness, discrimination, and who gets to decide what's fair. Two states, Idaho and West Virginia, have laws that say transgen

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Jan 09 2026POLITICS

The Supreme Court's Big Decision on Women's Sports

The Supreme Court is looking at two important cases that could change women's sports. These cases are about whether biological males who identify as women should be allowed to compete in women's sports. The states of West Virginia and Idaho have laws that say only biological females can play on wome

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Jan 08 2026POLITICS

New Rules on Transgender Care for Kids: What's Happening?

The U. S. government has decided to pause its plan to exclude healthcare providers who offer gender-affirming care to children from Medicare and Medicaid. This decision came after a group of states led by Democrats sued the government over the proposed rules. Last month, the government suggested ne

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Jan 08 2026HEALTH

Many Americans Want to Lose Weight, but Few Take Action

In a recent survey, it was found that more than half of Americans want to lose weight. But, only a small number are actually doing something about it. This gap between wanting and doing has stayed the same for almost 30 years. The survey also showed that 41% of people think they are overweight. Half

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Jan 07 2026HEALTH

Exercise: A Strong Ally for Women's Stress Relief

Women and men both feel stress, but a recent study shows that women can gain more from exercise to reduce stress. The study looked at almost 17, 000 adults in the U. S. and found that women who exercised for 30 minutes at least six days a week felt much less stress than those who didn't exercise. F

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Jan 05 2026LIFESTYLE

Why Women Over 50 Drive Less Than Men

Women over 50 drive less than men. It's a fact. But why? Is it because they have more health problems? Maybe. Women often face more health issues as they age. This can make driving feel difficult or even frightening. But is health the only reason? Probably not. Women also tend to have more people o

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Jan 05 2026POLITICS

Washington's Big Debate: Parental Rights and Sports

In Washington state, two big issues are making waves. One is about parents' rights in schools. The other is about transgender athletes in girls' sports. Both topics have people talking and taking sides. A group called Let's Go Washington gathered a lot of signatures to push these issues forward. Th

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Jan 05 2026HEALTH

Breaking the Cycle: How Nepal's Daughters-in-Law See Family Change

In Nepal, family life can be tough for many daughters-in-law. The older generation, especially mothers-in-law, often hold a lot of power. This can make life hard for younger women. They may feel like they have little say in decisions. This can lead to problems like depression and even violence. A p

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Jan 03 2026OPINION

Hollywood's Gender Gap: Women Directors Take a Backseat

The film industry, often seen as progressive, has a surprising issue. In 2025, only 8. 1% of the top 100 movies were directed by women. This is a big drop from last year's 13. 4%. It's the lowest number in seven years. Some might blame politics, but the problem started before recent changes in leade

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