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Victoria Scraps Fees for Gender Change on Birth Certificates
Victoria becomes the first Australian state to abolish fees for changing gender on birth certificates, removing financial barriers for trans and gender diverse individuals. Learn more about this landmark decision.
Women Challenge Oppression at Guardian Live Event
Sandi Toksvig, Elif Shafak and Zahra Joya discuss fighting female oppression worldwide. Learn how women are reclaiming their narratives and making history.
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.
SA Women Stage Lie-Down Protest Against Gender Violence
Hundreds of South African women staged a powerful lie-down protest against gender-based violence ahead of the G20 summit. The government has now declared it a national disaster.
NJ Spa Must Allow Transgender Access to Female Areas
A New Jersey Korean spa with compulsory nudity must now admit transgender women to female-only areas following a discrimination lawsuit. Read the full story on the landmark ruling.
Mosque Scraps Women's Ban From Fun Run After Probe
An East London mosque has reversed its ban on women and girls over 12 from a charity run after an investigation deemed it 'unlawful'. Read the full story on the equality victory.
Boy George and JK Rowling in transgender rights clash
Culture Club singer Boy George reignites public spat with Harry Potter author JK Rowling, calling fears about trans people in changing rooms 'imagined'. Read the latest in this celebrity feud.
Supreme Court rules against transgender passport rights
In a controversial 6-3 ruling, America's highest court has upheld the Trump administration's policy requiring biological sex designation on passports, sparking outrage from LGBTQ+ advocates.
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.
LA Gym Bans Trans Member From Lesbian Area
A Los Angeles fitness centre sparks controversy after excluding a transgender member from women-only spaces, igniting heated debate about LGBTQ+ rights and inclusion policies.
Pakistan's period tax challenged in landmark legal case
A groundbreaking legal battle in Pakistan sees a determined young lawyer taking on the government over controversial taxes on menstrual products, fighting for gender equality and essential healthcare access.
Lily Allen: Women's Anger Is No Passing Trend
Singer and actress Lily Allen speaks out about women's justified rage, arguing it's not a fleeting trend but a necessary response to systemic inequality and a catalyst for meaningful social transformation.
Three arrested in Westminster Supreme Court protest clash
Dramatic scenes unfolded outside the Supreme Court as trans rights activists and women's rights campaigners clashed, leading to three arrests. The confrontation erupted following a landmark ruling on gender recognition laws.
Indian uni demands period proof from female staff
A prestigious Indian university has sparked fury after demanding female employees provide photographic evidence of their sanitary pads when complaining of period-related fatigue, in a controversial new attendance policy.
Andrew Tate's toxic influence on UK boys sparks alarm
New research reveals disturbing trends as toxic manosphere figures like Andrew Tate shape young boys' attitudes towards women, with experts calling for urgent educational intervention.
Stephen Fry's Shocking Betrayal of JK Rowling Revealed
Exclusive investigation reveals how Stephen Fry abandoned his decades-long friendship with Harry Potter author JK Rowling in a stunning political rift over transgender ideology.
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Queensland reinstates puberty blocker ban - fight continues
After successfully overturning Queensland's controversial puberty blocker ban, a determined woman faces renewed battle as the LNP government reinstates the legislation, sparking fresh debates over transgender healthcare rights in Australia.
NHS Boss Faces Probe Over Trans Colleague Changing Room Row
An NHS manager faces investigation after a large-bodied transgender colleague allegedly made female staff feel uncomfortable in a shared changing facility, raising questions about workplace policies and women's safety.
Women silenced in gender debate by bullying tactics
Investigative report reveals how female voices are being systematically silenced in the gender debate through intimidation and online harassment.
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.
Trump Plans Transgender Education Restrictions
The Trump administration proposes sweeping changes to sex education, limiting transgender topics in schools and redefining 'sex' as biological. Critics warn of dangerous consequences for LGBTQ+ youth.
Australian Court Restricts Puberty Blockers for Trans Kids
In a historic judgment with global implications, Australia's Federal Court has ruled that puberty blockers for transgender children are no longer considered 'therapeutic treatment', sparking intense debate across medical and LGBTQ+ communities.
Trans activists plot to disrupt women's rights march in Edinburgh
Women's rights campaigners in Scotland face organised opposition from trans activists planning to 'drown out' their Edinburgh march, prompting calls for First Minister John Swinney to uphold sex-based protections.
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.
Mexico City elects first female mayor in historic vote
Claudia Sheinbaum makes history as Mexico City's first female mayor in a groundbreaking election that signals progress for LGBTQ rights and gender equality in Mexican politics.
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.
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