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University of Michigan severs Florida ties over DEI policies

The University of Michigan has terminated multiple partnerships with Florida state institutions, citing 'deep concerns' over restrictive DEI legislation. This major academic boycott signals growing institutional resistance to policies limiting diversity i

College axes women's swim team in transgender row

Roanoke College abruptly terminates its entire women's swimming programme following a team revolt against a transgender teammate. The controversial decision sparks a fierce debate on sports inclusion and institutional accountability.

Myleene Klass: MBE wasn't celebrated due to heritage

Singer and broadcaster Myleene Klass speaks out on racial bias after receiving her MBE, claiming her mixed-race heritage meant her achievement wasn't celebrated like her 'white, male, straight' counterparts.

Tayce Slams Strictly Come Dancing Over 'Diversity Issue'

RuPaul's Drag Race UK icon Tayce has launched a blistering attack on Strictly Come Dancing, accusing the BBC show of a 'diversity problem' and revealing the real reason she turned down an offer to join the glitterball competition.

Daniel Dae Kim slams Hollywood's casting 'overcorrection'

Hollywood star Daniel Dae Kim critiques the industry's flawed approach to Asian representation, arguing that focusing on an actor's specific nationality over talent is a misguided 'overcorrection' that misses the point of true diversity.

Matildas Star's Cousin Rejected from Mining Job

Exclusive: Matildas star Sam Kerr's cousin, Daniel Kerr, speaks out after being rejected from a FIFO mining job, alleging a toxic workplace culture where discriminatory language about it being a 'blokes' site' cost him the role. A major loss for diversity

Soho House Goes Private in Major $1.1bn Deal

Exclusive members' club Soho House has de-listed from the stock market in a major shift. Discover the implications for its global membership and the future of private hospitality.

Colorado City Backlash Over 'Hispanic Heritage' Memo

Officials in Evans, Colorado, are embroiled in controversy after a poorly-worded memo suggested Hispanic residents be invited to a council meeting for 'Hispanic Heritage Night'. Critics condemn the move as tone-deaf and discriminatory, sparking a wider de

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.

Supreme Court Blocks Trump Request for DEI Records

The US Supreme Court has temporarily shielded diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) research from disclosure, denying a request from Donald Trump's legal team. The ruling highlights the Court's role in balancing presidential transparency with academic an

Lenny Henry's Bold BBC Diversity Stand

Comedy legend Sir Lenny Henry reveals the moment he threatened to quit the BBC in a powerful fight for better Black and Asian representation, a move that changed British television forever.

Arts Funding Fury: Ex-Minister Slams 'Free Speech Gag'

Exclusive: Former Culture Minister Lord Parkinson accuses Arts Council England of stifling free speech by tying funding to 'controversial' diversity pledges. Major institutions face defunding in row over artistic freedom.

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.

Lenny Henry: TV diversity is just 'box-ticking'

Comedy legend Sir Lenny Henry delivers a powerful critique, stating the British television industry's diversity efforts are merely superficial 'box-ticking' and have not delivered real change for Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic professionals.

AFL's Homophobia Crisis: A Monumental Stress Test

The Australian Football League faces a watershed moment as it grapples with systemic homophobia following a series of damaging incidents, putting its inclusion policies under unprecedented scrutiny.

Mississippi Enforces Sweeping DEI Ban in Public Education

A sweeping new law in Mississippi has outlawed Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs in all public educational institutions, sparking a fierce debate on academic freedom and racial equality in the state's classrooms and campuses.

Muslim teen wins historic Goodwood race in hijab

19-year-old Khadijah Mellah from Peckham shattered racing's glass ceiling, becoming the first Muslim woman in a hijab to win a British horse race at the iconic Goodwood festival.

CBS exec demoted in diversity policy shake-up

CBS executive Katherine Merrill has been demoted from her role as Senior Vice President of Communications, sparking debate over Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion policies in corporate America.

Private Equity Blamed for Hospital Financial Crises

A damning report reveals how private equity firms are exacerbating financial crises in UK hospitals, with Steward and Prospect among the worst affected. Is profit prioritised over patient care?

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