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Girls' Rugby Boom Stifled by Lack of Teams

A new report reveals soaring interest in women's rugby among teenage girls, but a critical shortage of school and club teams is preventing a generation from taking up the sport. Discover the barriers and the call to action.

AFL's Kelli Underwood Reveals Homophobic Abuse

Pioneering AFL commentator Kelli Underwood breaks her silence on the horrific homophobic trolling she endured, detailing the personal toll and her call for greater inclusivity in Australian sports.

Sharron Davies Condemns NFL's Male Cheerleaders

Commonwealth gold medalist Sharron Davies ignites debate on competitive fairness, arguing that the inclusion of male cheerleaders in the NFL undermines women's sports and creates an uneven playing field.

UK may miss gender equality aid target

The UK government may fail to meet its pledge to allocate 80% of foreign aid to gender equality projects, raising concerns among development advocates.

MLB's First Female Umpire Makes Historic Debut

Major League Baseball's first female umpire made her historic debut, sparking conversations about gender equality in sports. Discover how she performed and the reactions from players and fans.

Cricket must step up for women and girls

The cricket world needs to take bold action to ensure women and girls feel accepted and valued in the sport, addressing systemic barriers and fostering inclusivity.

Aussie mum runs topless in Sydney's City2Surf

Australian mother Robyn Smith made headlines by running bare-chested in Sydney's City2Surf marathon, sparking conversations about body confidence and gender equality.

Malaysian students protest period poverty

University students in Malaysia are rallying against 'period poverty,' calling for free sanitary products on campus to combat stigma and financial barriers.

EHRC transgender guidance sparks rights debate

The Equality and Human Rights Commission's latest guidance on transgender access to single-sex spaces has ignited fierce discussions about rights, inclusion, and legal boundaries in the UK.

Javier Hernandez fined for sexist comments about women

Former Manchester United striker Javier Hernandez has been hit with a fine after making controversial sexist comments about women. The Mexican footballer faced backlash for his remarks, sparking debate on gender equality in sports.

Wiegman set for damehood after Euros campaign

England's Lionesses manager Sarina Wiegman is reportedly in line for an honorary damehood, even after the team's defeat in the Euros final. The move comes amid debates over gender equality in sports honours.

McEnroe slams BBC over Wimbledon pay gap

Tennis legend John McEnroe has criticised the BBC for paying female commentators significantly less than their male counterparts during Wimbledon coverage.

Andrew Tate’s Misogyny Alarms UK Schools

UK educators report a worrying rise in misogynistic attitudes among boys, influenced by controversial figures like Andrew Tate. Schools are scrambling to counteract harmful 'incel' rhetoric.

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