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NCAA Allows Athlete Gambling Sponsorships in Rule U-Turn

The NCAA has overturned its controversial ban on sports betting partnerships, allowing college athletes to sign sponsorship deals with gambling companies in a landmark decision that's dividing the sports world.

Caster Semenya wins landmark human rights case

South African Olympic champion Caster Semenya secures historic victory at European Court of Human Rights in her decade-long fight against testosterone regulations in athletics.

When Girls Had to Play Rugby in Secret

The shocking true story of how young women in Wales defied authority and played rugby in clandestine matches, risking punishment for their passion for the sport.

Brady and Portnoy's $75m Saudi Flag Football Partnership

NFL legend Tom Brady teams up with Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy in a groundbreaking $75 million flag football venture with Saudi Arabia's sports authority, signalling major Middle Eastern investment in American sports.

UK Schoolboy's Brutal Football Blocks Go Viral

A high school American football player in the UK is taking the internet by storm with a jaw-dropping highlight reel of him physically dominating opponents, sparking viral fame and serious hype.

UK Girls' Sports Imagery Lacks Diversity, Report Finds

A landmark study reveals that media portrayals of girls in sport are overwhelmingly white, middle-class, and focused on a narrow range of activities, creating a significant barrier to participation for many young women across the UK.

Why UK's Patriarchy is Still thriving a Century On

A century after the Equal Franchise Act, a new article argues the patriarchal system has proven resilient, adapting to maintain power and stifle genuine female progress in UK politics and society.

South Africa ends forced surname change for wives

A historic South African court ruling declares the common law practice compelling married women to adopt their husband's surname unconstitutional, championing gender equality and personal choice.

School Sports Boost Girls' Career Prospects by 50%

New research reveals UK girls who participate in after-school sports are 50% more likely to secure leadership positions and high-paying careers later in life, highlighting the long-term professional benefits of athletic participation.

Hong Kong Votes on Historic Same-Sex Partnership Bill

Hong Kong's legislature is poised for a historic vote on a bill granting legal recognition to same-sex partnerships, a significant step for LGBTQ+ rights in the territory, though it stops short of full marriage equality.

Rayner: Next Labour Deputy Leader Must Be a Woman

Labour's Deputy Leader Angela Rayner issues a powerful call for the party's next number two to be a woman, challenging the status quo and advocating for gender equality at the highest levels of UK politics.

Portnoy Accuses ESPN's Ryan Clark of 'Race-Baiting'

Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy launches a furious tirade against ESPN analyst Ryan Clark, accusing him of 'race-baiting' in a heated debate over NFL diversity. The war of words erupts on social media, exposing deep divisions in sports commentary.

Venus, LeBron, Ronaldo: Redefining Athletic Age

Elite athletes like Venus Williams, LeBron James, and Cristiano Ronaldo are shattering age barriers. Discover the science and secrets behind the revolution extending top-level careers deep into the 40s.

Equality watchdog confirms legality of single-sex spaces

The SNP government is under intense scrutiny after the UK's equalities regulator issued definitive legal guidance confirming that single-sex spaces are protected under law, forcing a potential U-turn on controversial policies.

Cracker Barrel Chef Fired Over LGBTQ Pin Sparks Fury

A Cracker Barrel cook was fired for wearing a small LGBTQ+ pin, reviving the US restaurant chain's controversial history with employee discrimination and igniting a fresh social media firestorm over workers' rights and corporate inclusivity.

Pastor's protest stops Black History mural removal

A West Midlands pastor's peaceful protest against the removal of a Black History Month mural has ignited a fierce debate on racial equality, community values, and local council decision-making in the UK.

SNP's £20M Handout to Gender Self-ID Supporters Sparks Fury

Exclusive investigation reveals the Scottish Government has awarded over £20 million to organisations actively campaigning for its contentious gender self-identification reforms, raising serious questions about the use of public funds for political lobbyi

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