GENDER

Mar 13 2025HEALTH

Audre Lorde's Journey: Reclaiming Identity After Breast Cancer

Audre Lorde's "The Cancer Journals" (2020) offers a deep dive into her life after a mastectomy. It's a story of resilience and self-discovery. Lorde, a queer woman of color, faced a tough battle with breast cancer. She didn't just survive; she thrived. She didn't just cope; she transformed.

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Mar 11 2025EDUCATION

What's Up With Gender Norms in Southeast Nigeria?

In Southeast Nigeria, gender norms are a big deal. They shape how people think about rights, privileges, and roles in society. These norms can affect health and well-being. In many low- and middle-income countries, young people might reject some harmful gender discrimination, but they often support

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Mar 11 2025CRIME

Violence Among Teens: A Quarter-Century of Trends in Europe and North America

Teen violence is a hot topic. It's important to understand how it has changed over time. From 1994 to 2022, researchers tracked violence trends among teenagers in 19 countries across Europe and North America. The focus was on how these trends varied by age and gender. First, let's talk about the

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Mar 11 2025HEALTH

Unspoken Words: What Lies Behind Suicide in Slovenia

Suicide is a complex issue. People leave clues about their intentions before taking their own lives. These clues can be direct or indirect. In Slovenia, a study looked at 546 police reports. It found that over 34% of people directly said they wanted to end their lives. Another 26% hinted at it. But

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Mar 10 2025CELEBRITIES

Surviving the Storm: A Trans Actor's Oscar Journey

Karla Sofía Gascón, a Spanish actor, found herself in the eye of a media storm during the Oscar season. She was the first openly trans actor to be nominated for an Oscar, but her journey was far from smooth. Old tweets resurfaced, sparking widespread criticism and isolation. The final stretch of the

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Mar 10 2025HEALTH

Gender and Park Design: Who Feels Safe in Mexican Parks?

Parks are meant to be places where everyone can enjoy some fresh air and exercise. But do people in Mexico feel safe in these spaces? It turns out that how safe someone feels in a park can depend on two big things: their gender and the type of park they're in. First, let's talk about park type

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Mar 10 2025HEALTH

Gender's Role in End-of-Life Care

Gender plays a huge role in how people receive care at the end of their lives. This isn't just about physical help, but also social, spiritual, and emotional support. Throughout history, gender has shaped many choices people make. Now, there's a growing need for palliative care worldwide, and this n

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Mar 10 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Why Bollywood's Sexist Songs Still Exist

Bollywood, the world's largest film industry, has a problem. It's not just about the dancing or the music. It's about the way women are often portrayed in these songs. These are called "item songs. " They are short dance sequences that often objectify women, treating them as objects of desire rather

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Mar 07 2025POLITICS

Trans Athletes: A Political Minefield

California's Governor Gavin Newsom, known for his support of LGBTQ+ rights, stirred up controversy recently. He publicly questioned the fairness of transgender athletes competing in women's sports. This stance, expressed on his new podcast, "This is Gavin Newsom, " surprised many. The podcast featur

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Mar 07 2025POLITICS

Sports, Fairness, and Politics: Gavin Newsom's Stance on Trans Athletes

California's governor Gavin Newsom recently sparked a debate. He spoke out against trans women competing in women's sports. This stance surprised many, as Newsom is often seen as a progressive leader. He made these comments during a chat with Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist known for his influ

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