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Trans BMX Rider's Olympic Selection Sparks Fairness Row

Chelsea Wolfe, a transgender BMX rider, is set to be an alternate on the US women's Olympic cycling team, sparking a fierce debate on fairness in women's sports. Critics, including commentator Charlie Kirk, argue her inclusion undermines competitive integ

Brighton's Inclusive Rugby World Cup Sells Out

Brighton's Amex Stadium becomes the epicentre of inclusive sport as it hosts a triumphant, sold-out weekend for the 2025 Rugby World Cup, setting a new benchmark for diversity and accessibility in major sporting events.

Gladwell Demands Total Ban on Trans Athletes in Women's Sports

Bestselling author Malcolm Gladwell ignites a firestorm by calling for a complete exclusion of transgender athletes from female competitions, arguing it's the only way to ensure fairness. His controversial comments challenge current sporting policies.

Competitive Rubbish Collection Sweeps Australia

Thousands of Australians are swapping the gym for green spaces in a revolutionary fitness craze that combines jogging with litter collection. Discover how 'plogging' is transforming communities and wellbeing.

Asda's Zero UK Tax Payment on £1bn Profit Sparks Fury

Supermarket giant Asda faces backlash after paying zero UK corporation tax despite £1 billion profits, while its private equity owners extract massive dividends. Labour's Rachel Reeves condemns the 'unfair system'.

Treasurer defends retiree tax breaks amid fairness push

Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers defends generous superannuation tax concessions for retirees while promising intergenerational fairness reforms. Exclusive analysis reveals stark disparities in retirement benefits across age groups.

Transgender Volleyball Star Sparks Fury at School Meeting

Exclusive: Heavily-built transgender athlete AB Hernandez faces furious backlash from parents and female players at emotional Huntington Beach meeting, reigniting heated debate over fairness and safety in women's volleyball.

The Brit Who Invented Fantasy Football in 1962

The incredible untold story of Andrew Wainstein, the UK computing pioneer who created the first fantasy football game in 1962, long before the internet made it a global phenomenon.

John Mitchell Appointed England Women's Head Coach

England Rugby names former All Blacks coach John Mitchell as new Red Roses head coach, replacing Simon Middleton after World Cup final heartbreak. Exclusive details on his vision for the team.

Teen Prodigy Named in NZ's Rugby World Cup Squad

In a stunning selection, 19-year-old Braxton Sorensen-McGee has been named in the Black Ferns' squad for the 2025 Rugby World Cup, poised to become the tournament's youngest ever player.

Lionesses Launch World Cup Party at Stadium of Light

The England Women's football team launched their 2025 World Cup campaign with a spectacular celebration at a sold-out Stadium of Light in Sunderland, uniting a nation behind the reigning champions.

Secretariat's Jockey Inducted into UK Hall of Fame

Ron Turcotte, the celebrated jockey behind the legendary Secretariat's 1973 Triple Crown triumph, is inducted into the prestigious British Hall of Fame at the National Horse Racing Museum in Newmarket.

Why Baby Boomers Aren't To Blame For Everything

A new analysis dismantles the pervasive narrative that the Baby Boomer generation is solely responsible for today's housing and economic crises, calling for a more nuanced and fact-based public debate.

A'ja Wilson's Aces win ninth straight vs Mercury

A'ja Wilson delivers another MVP-calibre performance as the Las Vegas Aces secure their ninth straight win against the Phoenix Mercury, solidifying their WNBA championship credentials.

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.

Jockey Disqualified for Racist Slur in Queensland Scandal

Professional jockey Ben Callow has been handed a disqualification and a hefty fine by Queensland racing officials after being found guilty of using a deeply offensive racist term towards a rival rider, rocking the racing community.

Spender: Tax Reform Key to Young Australians' Future

Independent MP Allegra Spender makes a powerful case for overhauling Australia's tax system, arguing it's essential for improving housing affordability, wage growth, and intergenerational fairness for young Australians.

Why AFL Football's Last Closet Remains Shut

A passionate Aussie Rules fan explores the glaring contradiction between the sport's inclusive public image and the entrenched homophobia that still forces players to stay in the closet, questioning when true change will come.

Women's Rugby World Cup 2025: Progress & Challenges

As the 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup kicks off, we explore the significant progress made in professionalism and visibility, alongside the persistent financial and systemic hurdles that remain.

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