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Oct 02 2025HEALTH

Seeing Beyond Sight: Reproductive Choices for Visually Impaired Women

In the bustling districts of Coimbatore and Tiruchirappalli, a critical issue often goes unnoticed. Visually impaired women face significant challenges when it comes to making their own reproductive choices. This isn't just about having kids or not. It's about having the freedom and support to decid

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Sep 24 2025POLITICS

Women's Digital Defiance: The Power of Hashtags in Iran

In Iran, women are using social media to challenge old rules. After Mahsa Amini's death in 2022, many took to X, known before as Twitter, to voice their opinions. They use hashtags to fight against strict hijab laws. This isn't just about fashion. It's about power and freedom. Hashtags are more tha

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Sep 19 2025RELIGION

Louisiana's Faith Communities Come Together for Unity and Empowerment

In Baton Rouge, a special event is taking place to celebrate unity and inclusivity. Inclusive Louisiana, a group within the Episcopal Diocese, is hosting a Eucharist celebration and reception. This event is open to everyone, reflecting their mission to embrace all, especially the LGBTQ+ community an

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Aug 31 2025HEALTH

Helping Pregnant Women in Abusive Relationships

Pregnancy is a time of joy and anticipation, but for some women, it's also a time of fear and abuse. In Iran, a study looked at how teaching life skills can help pregnant women who are facing violence from their partners. The goal was to see if these skills could improve their relationships, self-es

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Aug 29 2025POLITICS

Trump's Repeated Claims About Chicago's Black Women Raise Eyebrows

President Donald Trump has been repeatedly talking about a supposed group of Black women in Chicago who want him to send in the National Guard. He claims these women are begging for his help to combat crime in the city. However, experts say this is not the full story. Trump made these claims during

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Aug 11 2025CRIME

Mexico's Struggle Against Women's Killings: Laws Fall Short

Mexico made big moves to protect women. They introduced laws against femicide, changed divorce rules, and made abortion safer. But did these changes make a difference? Not really. Despite all these efforts, women in Mexico are still being killed at alarming rates. The idea was simple. Make femicide

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Aug 03 2025HEALTH

Unseen Battles: Older Women's Fight Against Violence in Rural Spain

In the quiet countryside of Eastern Andalusia, Spain, a silent struggle goes unnoticed. Older women face gender-based violence, but their stories often stay hidden. This isn't just about physical harm. It's about deeply rooted cultural norms and traditions that make violence seem normal. A recent s

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Aug 03 2025SPORTS

Volleyball Player's Fight for Fair Play

Brooke Slusser, a former volleyball player at San Jose State University, has been vocal about her experiences with a transgender teammate, Blaire Fleming. Slusser claims that Fleming conspired with a player from Colorado State to harm her during a game in October 2024. This incident has sparked a br

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Aug 03 2025SPORTS

Boston's Bid for a WNBA Team: Connecticut Sun's Potential Move

The Connecticut Sun, a standout team in the WNBA, might be heading to Boston. A group led by Steve Pagliuca, a minority owner of the Boston Celtics, has agreed to buy the team for a record $325 million. This deal could also include $100 million for a new practice facility in Boston. The Mohegan Trib

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Jul 30 2025HEALTH

Pregnant Women's Health at Risk Due to Penicillin Shortage

A critical shortage of a key antibiotic is raising concerns about the health of pregnant women. Pfizer, a major pharmaceutical company, has announced that it will have limited supplies of Bicillin LA. This drug is crucial for treating syphilis in pregnant women. The shortage comes after Pfizer recal

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