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Japan Hosts All-Women Powerlifting Contest
Culturejapan-times4d ago

Japan Hosts All-Women Powerlifting Contest

The Strongirls Japan powerlifting group organized an all-women powerlifting contest, promoting a muscular approach to femininity in a country where a thin aesthetic often dominates beauty trends.

Bratislava Hosts 'Girls Only Nights' Parties
Culturedennik-n8d ago

Bratislava Hosts 'Girls Only Nights' Parties

Kristína Banovič discusses the growing trend of 'Girls Only Nights' parties, where hundreds of women gather in nightclubs without men, a concept that recently premiered in Bratislava.

Olivia Wilde Attends Film Event in Striking Gown
Culturehollywood-reporteriefimerida9d ago2 sources

Olivia Wilde Attends Film Event in Striking Gown

Olivia Wilde made a striking appearance at a film event, wearing an airy dress with a deep neckline. Her attendance coincided with a review of the film 'Destroy All Girls'.

Two girls injured in hit-and-run accident in Seraing, Belgium
Worlddh-les-sports10d ago

Two girls injured in hit-and-run accident in Seraing, Belgium

Two young girls, aged 12 and 14, were severely injured in a hit-and-run accident in Seraing, Belgium, after being struck by a car while crossing the street at a pedestrian crossing; the driver reportedly ran over them again before fleeing.

Young French women victims of female genital mutilation abroad
Worldle-figaro19h ago

Young French women victims of female genital mutilation abroad

An investigation reveals that nearly 139,000 excised women live in France, with young French girls still exposed to female genital mutilation during stays in their parents' countries of origin. The government has launched a campaign to address this issue.

Taliban Marks Five Years in Power in Afghanistan Amid Human Rights Concerns
WorldThe GuardianAl Jazeeracbc+18helsingin-sanomattagesschauaftonbladetder-spiegelDWsvenska-dagbladetdelfi-ltobservador+10 more3d ago21 sources

Taliban Marks Five Years in Power in Afghanistan Amid Human Rights Concerns

The Taliban government celebrated its fifth anniversary of regaining control in Afghanistan, with supporters taking to the streets. The milestone comes as international organizations and reports highlight a severe deterioration of human rights, particularly for women and girls, with millions barred from education and many women rarely leaving their homes.

Trump's Strait of Hormuz Claim Draws Iranian Rebuke
PoliticsbloombergNYTFox News+57cnbcruvder-spiegelle-figarolsm-lvSCMPFrance 24irozhlas+49 more3d ago60 sources

Trump's Strait of Hormuz Claim Draws Iranian Rebuke

Donald Trump's assertion that he would declare the Strait of Hormuz a US territory has been met with a defiant response from Iran, which stated the strait "was and will remain Iranian." This comes amidst rising tensions and reports of attacks on Emirati oil tankers in the region.

Netflix Announces New YA Supernatural and Sci-Fi Series
Culturevarietyhollywood-reporterdeadline+2cdm-mescreen-rant4d ago5 sources

Netflix Announces New YA Supernatural and Sci-Fi Series

Netflix has announced several new series, including the supernatural YA romance 'Sid & Zoey' produced by Bad Robot and Blumhouse Atomic Monster, and the acquisition of the digital YA series 'Sunshine Girls.' The streaming giant is also developing a 7-part high fantasy series and a 2-part sci-fi series.

'The Wrong Girls' Receives Mixed Reviews for Stoner Comedy
CultureThe Guardianhollywood-reporterdeadline+1screen-rant6d ago4 sources

'The Wrong Girls' Receives Mixed Reviews for Stoner Comedy

Kristen Stewart and Alia Shawkat's new stoner comedy, 'The Wrong Girls,' has debuted to mixed reviews, with some critics praising its heartfelt nature and solid Rotten Tomatoes score, while others found it unfunny and forgettable.

PM Modi Congratulates US Vice President on Son's Birth
PoliticsTimes of Indiandtv10d ago2 sources

PM Modi Congratulates US Vice President on Son's Birth

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated US Vice President Usha Vance on the birth of her son during a phone call. This interaction occurred while PM Modi also commented on the low number of female medal winners at IIT Delhi.

Girls Who Escaped Galway House Fire Undergo Surgery; Siblings Rescued
Healthirish-timesthe-journal11d ago2 sources

Girls Who Escaped Galway House Fire Undergo Surgery; Siblings Rescued

Two young girls who jumped from a third-story window to escape a house fire in Knocknacarra, Galway, are recovering in hospital after undergoing surgery. Their three younger siblings were rescued from the burning building by neighbours before fire crews arrived.

Melanie C's Underwhelming Performance at Smukfest
Cultureberlingske11d ago

Melanie C's Underwhelming Performance at Smukfest

Berlingske reviews Melanie C's performance at Smukfest, noting her struggle through Spice Girls hits for a half-empty audience, questioning if it represents the best of Denmark's second-largest festival.

HBO Max Announces 'Gilmore Girls' Documentary
Culturevijesti-me12d ago

HBO Max Announces 'Gilmore Girls' Documentary

HBO Max has announced an upcoming documentary about the popular series 'Gilmore Girls,' promising viewers an inside look at how the show exceeded expectations and captivated multiple generations.

Worldwsj3d ago

Girls' Trip to Ibiza Ends in Drama

A girls' trip to Ibiza, meticulously planned through a group chat, reportedly concluded with unexpected drama, becoming a memorable finale to their vacation.

Trump Considers Declaring Strait of Hormuz US Territory
PoliticsBBCbloombergNYT+78wapoThe GuardianNPRAl JazeeraFox Newsyle-uutisetcbccnbc+70 more4d ago81 sources

Trump Considers Declaring Strait of Hormuz US Territory

President Trump has stated his intention to declare the Strait of Hormuz as US territory "pretty soon," a move that has drawn strong reactions from Iran. This declaration follows heightened tensions in the region and could significantly escalate the conflict.

Debate on Engaging with the Taliban Amidst Humanitarian Concerns
WorldeconomistThe Guardian6d ago2 sources

Debate on Engaging with the Taliban Amidst Humanitarian Concerns

Discussions are ongoing regarding the necessity for democracies to engage with the Taliban, despite their human rights record, particularly concerning the 21 million Afghan women and girls facing dire conditions. This engagement is seen by some as crucial for addressing the humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan.

Taliban Ban Excludes 2.4 Million Afghan Girls from School, Says UNESCO
WorldnosTimes of Indiaklix-ba6d ago3 sources

Taliban Ban Excludes 2.4 Million Afghan Girls from School, Says UNESCO

Five years after the Taliban takeover, UNESCO reports that 2.4 million Afghan girls remain excluded from school due to the regime's ban on female education, making Afghanistan the only country in the world to prohibit women from schooling and reversing two decades of progress.

UN Report Details Deepening Taliban Restrictions on Afghan Women
Worldder-standardjerusalem-post7d ago2 sources

UN Report Details Deepening Taliban Restrictions on Afghan Women

A UN agency report reveals that half of Afghan women rarely leave their homes due to deepening Taliban restrictions, which include banning girls from secondary education and women from university, further highlighting the severe challenges faced by women under the regime.

UN Reports 2.4 Million Afghan Girls Barred from School by Taliban
WorldThe GuardianAl JazeeraFox News+19ruvfazberlingskeDWSCMPorfdie-presseaktualne-cz+11 more7d ago22 sources

UN Reports 2.4 Million Afghan Girls Barred from School by Taliban

UNESCO has reported that 2.4 million girls in Afghanistan have been denied access to secondary education since the Taliban's takeover in 2021. This announcement coincides with the detention of two UN staff members by Taliban authorities in Afghanistan.

Ceuta Migrant Crisis Raises Concerns for European Unity in Trade Battles
Worldyle-uutisetSCMP10d ago2 sources

Ceuta Migrant Crisis Raises Concerns for European Unity in Trade Battles

The migrant crisis in Ceuta, particularly the vulnerability of girls arriving, is raising concerns about Europe's ability to maintain unity in broader challenges like trade disputes with China. The situation highlights potential divisions and humanitarian issues within the continent.

CultureDaily Nation10d ago

Matron Mrs. Kivuti Africanizes School Meals

Mrs. Kivuti, who grew up in poverty and received a Head of State Commendation in 2004, is recognized for introducing Africanized meals at Alliance Girls and other top schools.

Debate Intensifies Over 'Protect College Sports Act'
PoliticsFox News11d ago

Debate Intensifies Over 'Protect College Sports Act'

The proposed 'Protect College Sports Act' is generating significant debate in the US, with former President Trump supporting it while critics, including Riley Gaines, argue it has flaws that could negatively impact women's sports. The Senate is currently working to pass the bill, which aims to address issues in college athletics.

Royan Institute Achieves Breakthrough in Pediatric Oncofertility
HealthTehran Times12d ago

Royan Institute Achieves Breakthrough in Pediatric Oncofertility

The Royan Institute in Tehran has reported a significant achievement in pediatric oncofertility, successfully integrating reproductive health into modern oncology practice. This follows three years of treatment for two young girls diagnosed with Ewing sarcoma.