NHS puberty blocker trial questions children on identity
A new £10.7m NHS clinical trial will ask participants as young as 12 if they identify as 'two spirit', amid criticism from gender-critical health practitioners. Read the full details.
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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.
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.
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.
New EHRC Gender Guidance: Business Compliance Explained
The Equality and Human Rights Commission releases crucial new guidance helping businesses navigate sex and gender equality laws in the workplace and service provision.
BBC under fire over biological males in women's toilets policy
The BBC is embroiled in controversy as internal documents reveal staff concerns about home working guidelines permitting biological males to use female facilities, despite Supreme Court gender rulings.
David Macfarlane: Visionary Theatre Designer Dies
Celebrating the extraordinary life and career of David Macfarlane, the acclaimed production designer whose revolutionary work shaped iconic British theatre productions and films for over four decades.
Icelandic women strike for equality on 50th anniversary
Thousands of Icelandic women are walking out of workplaces and homes in a powerful 24-hour strike marking five decades since the groundbreaking 1975 protest that changed the nation.
Designer Secrets: Transform Your Bathroom into a Luxury Sanctuary
Discover how to elevate your bathroom from purely functional to utterly fabulous with these expert design secrets that promise to create a luxurious sanctuary in your own home.
Olympic boxer's 94-second KO sparks gender debate
French boxer Imane Khelif scores lightning-quick knockout in just 94 seconds during her return to the ring, reigniting discussions about gender verification in Olympic boxing following previous controversy.
UK Tech Initiative Amplifies Women's Voices
The Guardian launches major initiative to amplify women's experiences in UK technology, tackling gender disparity and shaping the future of the industry.
British men get just one room for decor control
Groundbreaking study reveals British men have minimal say in home decoration decisions, with the spare room emerging as their sole domain of control in household design wars.
Australia's 2025 Good Design Award Winners Revealed
Discover the groundbreaking winners of Australia's 2025 Good Design Awards, featuring revolutionary medical devices, eco-friendly furniture, and innovative household solutions that are shaping our future.
Scottish mothers win gender law challenge victory
A group of Scottish mothers has won a significant legal victory against the Scottish Government's controversial gender recognition reforms, drawing comparisons to the Post Office scandal drama 'Mr Bates vs The Post Office'.
Women's trainers need design revolution, say experts
Sports medicine experts call for overhaul of women's athletic footwear design, citing injury risks and performance limitations of current gender-specific approaches.
Why Women's Running Shoes Are Failing Athletes
Experts reveal how 'shrink it and pink it' approach in sports footwear is causing injuries and holding women back. Major brands urged to redesign trainers specifically for female biomechanics.
Christian foster parents lose licence over gender policy
A Christian couple from the West Midlands have lost their foster care licence after objecting to a council's gender identity policy that required them to use alternative pronouns for children.
Girl Child 2025: The Unfinished Equality Battle
As we approach International Day of the Girl Child 2025, new data reveals both progress and persistent challenges in girls' education, safety, and rights worldwide.
Why Brits are ditching Smeg and Le Creuset kitchens
British kitchens are undergoing a quiet revolution as homeowners abandon traditional status-symbol brands like Smeg and Le Creuset in favour of functionality and timeless design. Discover why the middle-class kitchen is getting a sophisticated makeover.
Vanessa Feltz: Why I'm banning brown from my home
Broadcaster Vanessa Feltz declares war on boring brown interiors and makes an emotional case for embracing vibrant rose pink in your home decor this season.
EU plan: Children can choose gender from age 6
Explosive EU legislation could allow children as young as six to change their legal gender without medical approval, raising concerns about cross-border implications for British families.
Gender stereotypes limit children's career dreams by age 7
Groundbreaking research shows children as young as seven are narrowing career options due to persistent gender stereotypes, with concerning implications for future workforce diversity.
Choose Your Baby's Gender Through Timing? Experts Reveal
Groundbreaking research suggests the timing of conception could influence whether you have a boy or girl. Discover the science behind this controversial method that's dividing medical experts.
Designer's Colour-Drenched Home Transformation
Interior designer Emma Deterding reveals how she banished the beige and created a vibrant, colour-drenched home that bursts with personality in every room.
Ultimate Guide to Moving & Decorating Your Flat
Discover expert interior design secrets for transforming your new flat. From moving heavy furniture safely to choosing statement rugs and perfect lighting placement.
Women in Public Life: The Unseen Burden of Scrutiny
Exploring the hidden challenges women face under the public microscope and how systemic sexism continues to impact gender equality in modern Britain.
Mother's heartbreaking gender disappointment confession
An emotional mother shares her raw story of gender disappointment after discovering her baby's sex, revealing the complex feelings and societal pressures surrounding pregnancy expectations.
Canada introduces gender-neutral 'X' passports
Canada launches groundbreaking gender-neutral passport option with 'X' marker, marking significant LGBTQ+ rights advancement while former US administration resisted similar reforms.
Diarmuid Gavin's Dream Gardens: A Special Look
Take an exclusive tour through Diarmuid Gavin's most extraordinary garden designs, from futuristic treehouses to magical floating spheres, as the celebrated horticulturalist reveals his creative process.
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