In an unexpected turn of events, Boise State's women's volleyball team has pulled out of their Mountain West Conference Championship match against San Jose State. The sudden withdrawal follows rumors about a transgender player on the San Jose State team. These rumors, though unsubstantiated, led to
When we think about the history of ageing research, we often hear about the men who made significant discoveries. However, many women have also made extraordinary contributions to our understanding of ageing, but they haven't always gotten the recognition they deserve. Let's shine a light on some of
As cities grow bigger and busier, the idea of nighttime workouts is catching on. We know that urban settings can affect how active people are, but what about when the sun goes down? Plus, how do these effects vary between men and women? This exploration delves into the key aspects of city living tha
Imagine a battle over who decides what’s best for kids. That’s what’s happening as the Supreme Court prepares to tackle a case about puberty blockers and hormone treatments for transgender youth. Many conservatives who’ve long fought for parental rights are now divided. Some back Tennessee’s ban on
Two high school girls, Taylor and Kaitlyn, are standing up for what they believe is fair. They're cross-country runners at Martin Luther King High School in California. They sued their school district because they think a transgender teammate is getting special treatment. The district says this is a
Ever wondered how the way college students in China feel about exercise affects their emotional resilience? Researchers set out to find the answer and uncover the steps involved. Turns out, it's not just about the exercise itself, but also about how well students can control their own behavior. Plus
Imagine having a voice that doesn't feel like your own. This is the reality for many gender diverse individuals. Their voices can make them uncomfortable, and this discomfort can seriously impact their mental wellbeing. A major goal of gender affirming healthcare is to help with this. Speech patholo
Back in 2006, Italy saw its first openly trans lawmaker, Vladimir Luxuria, face a brief bathroom ban in Parliament. This wasn't unique; a similar challenge happened to New Zealand's Georgina Beyer, the world's first trans lawmaker elected in 1999. Now, Sarah McBride, the first openly trans U. S. Con
What happens when a transgender athlete joins a school's cross-country varsity team? In Riverside, California, this shift caused a bit of a commotion. A faster runner, who happens to be transgender, took a spot on the girls' team. The co-captain, Taylor, got bumped down to the JV squad. She wasn't t
A judge in Denver decided a transgender volleyball player from San Jose State can play in the Mountain West Conference tournament this week. Some team players sued, saying it's unfair and dangerous. The judge didn't agree and said the rules haven't changed. San Jose State is excited to compete. The
