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Jul 02 2025HEALTH

Living in a World That Doesn't Fit

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 societ

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Jul 02 2025SPORTS

UPenn Changes Sports Rules: What It Means for Transgender Athletes

The University of Pennsylvania has made some big changes to its sports policies. They will no longer allow transgender athletes to compete on women's teams. This decision comes after an agreement with the federal government. The school will also erase the records set by Lia Thomas, a transgender swi

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Jun 29 2025POLITICS

Supreme Court's Big Wins and Lingering Battles

The Supreme Court's recent term was a mix of clear victories and ongoing disputes. President Trump celebrated several wins, especially in cases involving immigration and transgender rights. The court's decisions often aligned with Trump's policies, but they also left many questions unanswered. For

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Jun 28 2025SPORTS

The Unrealistic Chase: Faith Kipyegon and the Four-Minute Mile

Faith Kipyegon is a top runner, but she didn't break the four-minute mile record. This event was more about marketing than real progress. It showed how companies and media can hype up expectations and oversell what science can do. The idea that Kipyegon could run a mile in under four minutes came f

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Jun 28 2025HEALTH

Men, Kids, and Choices: A Look at Family Planning in the DRC

In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, men and women often want different things when it comes to having kids. Men usually want more children than women do. This isn't just about personal preference. It's tied to deeper social and gender rules that shape how people talk and decide about family pla

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Jun 26 2025EDUCATION

California's Transgender Sports Policy Under Fire

The federal government has accused California of breaking a key civil rights law by allowing transgender girls to join girls' sports teams. This is part of a bigger push by the current administration to stop transgender athletes from competing in women's sports across the country. The Education Dep

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Jun 26 2025POLITICS

Fair Play or Foul? The Debate Over Trans Athletes in California

California is in hot water with the federal government over its stance on transgender athletes in school sports. The U. S. Department of Education has accused the state of violating the civil rights of female students by allowing transgender athletes to compete according to their gender identity. Th

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Jun 26 2025POLITICS

California in a Tight Spot Over Trans Athletes and Title IX

California is in hot water with the federal government. The U. S. Department of Education says the state broke Title IX rules by letting transgender girls compete in female sports. They want California to change its ways or face serious consequences, like losing federal funding. The issue started w

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Jun 24 2025HEALTH

Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy: What Do the Numbers Really Mean?

Hormone therapy is a big deal for many transgender women. It helps them feel more like themselves. But what's the right amount of estradiol to take? Guidelines say 100-200 pg/mL. But does this range really work? A recent study looked at this question. It checked if the recommended estradiol levels

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Jun 24 2025HEALTH

How Men and Women in Foshan City Understand Mental Health

Mental health awareness is a big deal. It helps people stay healthy and deal with tough times. But in China, not everyone knows much about it. A recent study looked at how men and women in Foshan City understand mental health and what affects their knowledge. The study found that men and women in F

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