In Latin America, women are still a minority in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. To understand why, researchers looked at the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM). They wanted to see how women move up in science careers there. The study mixed numbers and personal stories. It also used ideas from feminist philosophy to see h...
Orthopaedic surgery is a demanding field. It requires long hours and intense focus. But what happens when residents become parents? The Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) has set a standard. They require at least six weeks of paid leave for residents and fellows. This leave covers medical, parental, or caregiver needs. The question is, are o...
Claudia Sheinbaum, Mexico's first female president, found herself in the middle of a heated debate about sexual harassment after a man groped her on the streets of Mexico City. The incident, caught on video, showed the president being touched inappropriately by a drunk man before her aides intervened. Sheinbaum didn't stay silent. She filed a police report and used ...
The United Nations is gearing up for a significant change. The next leader, known as the secretary-general, will be chosen in a process that's stirring up some debate. This role has a five-year term, starting in 2027. Traditionally, the position rotates among different regions. Right now, it's Latin America and the Caribbean's turn. But the United States is shaking ...
Rose Fass, a 76-year-old business veteran, has a unique story to tell. She's not just any business consultant; she's the brains behind fassforward Consulting Group, a company that's helped some of the biggest names in the game, like SpaceX and Chick-fil-A, grow and succeed. But let's rewind a bit. Fass didn't start at the top. She began her journey at Xerox in 1977,...
Jen Pawol has achieved something remarkable. She is the first woman to umpire a Major League Baseball game. This happened during a match between the Atlanta Braves and the Miami Marlins. The event was a big deal, but Pawol is already back to her usual routine in Triple A. Pawol's journey to this point has been long and challenging. She has been working in profession...
The U. S. is pushing for a name change and funding cut for a UN aviation program that supports women's involvement in the industry. The program, currently called the Gender Equality Programme, is managed by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). The U. S. wants to rename it to the Empowerment Program for Women, arguing that the term "gender" is too ide...
Boston is getting a new sports bar, but it's not your typical spot. The Sports Bra is a place where women's sports take center stage. It's not just about watching games; it's about celebrating and supporting women's athletics. The idea behind The Sports Bra is simple yet powerful. It's a bar that shows only women's sports. This might seem like a small thing, but it'...
In the small town of Sant Pere de Ribes, Spain, a mural captures the essence of Aitana Bonmatí's journey. It shows her holding a Ballon d’Or trophy, embracing her younger self, embodying the town's motto: "Win or learn. You never lose. " This phrase reflects Bonmatí's relentless spirit, which has propelled her to the pinnacle of women's soccer. Bonmatí's story begin...
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 from a study. The study said it was possible if everything went perfec...