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Women Test LinkedIn Algorithm for Gender Bias

Female professionals report dramatic visibility increases when presenting as male on LinkedIn, raising serious questions about algorithmic bias in professional networking.

NHS puberty blocker trial for children approved

Controversial NHS trial will study effects of puberty blockers on children's brains. Professor Emily Simonoff says she's 'very proud' to lead landmark research amid legal threats.

Science Museum sets world record with tallest slime

London's Science Museum celebrates a new Guinness World Record as the 'Battleship Slime' creation soars to unprecedented heights, marking a monumental moment in scientific play and education.

Hundreds of under-10s referred to gender services

Exclusive NHS data shows nearly 600 children aged nine and under have been referred to gender identity services, with medical professionals raising serious concerns about the implications for vulnerable young people.

BBC staff refuse gender stories in censorship row

Explosive revelations expose how BBC staff are refusing to cover gender-critical stories, leading to accusations of institutional bias and calls for Tim Davie's resignation over the corporation's editorial integrity.

STEM careers still perceived as 'boys' clubs'

New research reveals persistent gender stereotypes in STEM fields, with careers in science and technology still perceived as masculine domains, creating barriers for girls and women.

Google's AI Faces Bias Accusations From Senator

Republican Senator Marsha Blackburn accuses Google's Gemma AI of displaying 'woke' bias, sparking fresh debate about political neutrality in artificial intelligence systems.

Scottish Tea Bag Mystery: A Scientific Investigation

A mysterious tea bag discovered in a Scottish supermarket leads researchers on an unexpected journey into forensic botany and consumer product tracing in this fascinating real-life detective story.

Why most animals aren't hermaphrodites

Exploring the evolutionary mystery of why separate sexes dominate the animal kingdom, from genetic advantages to reproductive strategies that shaped life on Earth.

How mother-daughter bonds shape legal careers

Groundbreaking research reveals how unconscious biases formed in childhood impact women's advancement in the legal profession and what can be done to break the cycle.

Nuclear chemistry pioneer Darleane Hoffman dies at 97

Celebrating the extraordinary life of Darleane Hoffman, the trailblazing nuclear chemist who confirmed element 106's existence and transformed our understanding of the periodic table. Her groundbreaking work earned her the National Medal of Science and in

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