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Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
16 hours ago

Female athletes' fertility is still a blind spot | Letter

Changes to insurance for female athletes are positive, but fertility support remains a critical issue that needs addressing.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Landmark changes to insurance cover for female athletes to be implemented

Female athletes will receive improved insurance coverage for pregnancy, contraception, menopause, and health conditions as per the Carney review recommendations.
Exercise
fromwww.theguardian.com
20 hours ago

Gladiator Jodie Ounsley looks back: There weren't many girls like me at school. I always liked bashing into people'

Jodie Ounsley is a pioneering athlete, the first deaf female rugby player for England, and a competitor on the BBC's Gladiators revival.
#ioc
LGBT
fromThe Nation
4 days ago

The Olympics Is Repeating One of Its Worst Mistakes

The IOC's new anti-trans testing policy revives discriminatory practices from the past, undermining the progress made in gender inclusivity in sports.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

"Huge violation of women's rights": LGBTQ+ athletes denounce Olympic trans ban - LGBTQ Nation

The IOC banned trans women athletes from Olympic events, limiting eligibility to biological females based on SRY gene screening.
LGBT
fromThe Nation
4 days ago

The Olympics Is Repeating One of Its Worst Mistakes

The IOC's new anti-trans testing policy revives discriminatory practices from the past, undermining the progress made in gender inclusivity in sports.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

"Huge violation of women's rights": LGBTQ+ athletes denounce Olympic trans ban - LGBTQ Nation

The IOC banned trans women athletes from Olympic events, limiting eligibility to biological females based on SRY gene screening.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Lauren Price: I want to win as much money as I can, build a legacy for boxing in Wales and get out safe'

Lauren Price's absence from the ring for nearly 13 months reflects the complex politics of boxing, where promoter decisions and financial negotiations often dictate fight opportunities.
MMA
fromBikerumor
6 days ago

Roll Ensures You Don't Miss the Next Race, Event, or Group Ride

Roll allows users to filter by location to see all cycling happenings in their area. You can filter by bike type, place, and dates.
Bicycling
fromWIRED
6 days ago

'Guns, Beer, Titties, Freedom': Inside the World's Toughest Off-Road Race

King of the Hammers, now in its 20th year, has evolved from a small contest among friends to a major off-road racing event, drawing over 80,000 attendees.
LA Kings
Women
fromThe Local France
2 days ago

How to watch the Women's Six Nations on TV in France

The Women's Six Nations tournament begins on April 11th, featuring France's team aiming to challenge England's dominance.
#transgender-athletes
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

Transmasc trio places third at Ironman triathlon: "I felt my inner child just explode out of me" - LGBTQ Nation

Transmasculine athletes celebrated their achievements while addressing discrimination against trans individuals in sports after the IOC's ban on transgender women.
LGBT
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Olympics urged to drop reported gender test plans for female athletes

Over 80 human rights and sports groups oppose the IOC's reported plans for universal genetic sex testing and blanket bans on transgender and intersex athletes.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

Transmasc trio places third at Ironman triathlon: "I felt my inner child just explode out of me" - LGBTQ Nation

Transmasculine athletes celebrated their achievements while addressing discrimination against trans individuals in sports after the IOC's ban on transgender women.
LGBT
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Olympics urged to drop reported gender test plans for female athletes

Over 80 human rights and sports groups oppose the IOC's reported plans for universal genetic sex testing and blanket bans on transgender and intersex athletes.
#women-in-sports
Boston food
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Pop-up bar dedicated to women's sports now open in Boston

261 at Para Maria celebrates women's sports history and the legacy of Kathrine Switzer, the first woman to run the Boston Marathon.
#ncaa
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago
Women

How viral videos sparked a women's NCAA tournament revolution

Women's NCAA tournament facilities have improved significantly since 2021 due to increased awareness of inequities.
Women
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

How viral videos sparked a women's NCAA tournament revolution

Women's NCAA tournament facilities have improved significantly since 2021 due to increased awareness of inequities.
fromBikeMag
1 week ago

Specialized Just Went All-In on the Most Unique MTB Event in Years

The Hard MTB League is the ultimate testing ground for riders and their bikes. Instead of sticking to one lane, athletes have to tackle four distinct disciplines in a single event.
Bicycling
Women in technology
fromiRunFar
1 week ago

Advancing Scientific Understanding of Women Ultrarunners With the Women's Health Programme

Women's Health Programme aims to address female-specific physiological challenges in ultrarunning through data collection and research.
Women
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Iranian women footballers reveal enormous pressure' of the Asian Cup saga

Iranian footballers faced immense pressure during the Women's Asian Cup, leading to asylum claims that were later reversed by several players, including Mona Hamoudi.
Marketing
fromDeadline
2 weeks ago

Ads On Televised Women's Sports Deliver 20% Better Results, WPP Study Finds

Brands achieve 20% better return on investment advertising in women's sports compared to general broadcast and cable TV programming, with ad spending rising 69% to $127 million.
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

The 200,000 dream - why Ireland's most exciting female driver can't get on the grid

When Kayleigh (Kayls) Cole came downstairs on Christmas morning 2016, she was wearing her dad's rigger boots. She shuffled out to the shed in the dark, and there it was, wrapped in paper, unmistakable. A go-kart. Nine years later, she is one grid spot away from making Irish motorsport history.
London politics
#womens-football
Women
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Women's Asian Cup finalists accuse governing body over equal money

Japan and Australia demand equal prize money for women's football, highlighting significant disparities with men's tournaments and the need for partnership with the AFC.
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Women's game needs more respect - Bompastor

Chelsea manager Sonia Bompastor emphasized the need for more respect in women's football, criticizing officiating standards after a controversial Champions League defeat.
Cancer
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

'I wanted to normalise a conversation, so we can talk about these issues with our male counterparts'

Dublin camogie star Emma O'Byrne has publicly shared her personal experience living with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome while maintaining her elite athletic career.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

At the Winter Paralympics, some athletes have found business opportunities

Paralympic athletes with disabilities design and manufacture custom prosthetics and specialized equipment tailored to their individual bodies and sport requirements.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

After US Tennis kicked trans women out, these women came together to create an inclusive club - LGBTQ Nation

A trans-inclusive tennis league was created in Las Vegas after the U.S. Tennis Association banned trans women from women's events.
Women in technology
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Women and girls around the world need help from the UK not just rhetoric

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the need for accessible journalism funded by donations.
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
2 weeks ago

We Are Cyclists: Shimano's New Film Celebrates All Bodies on Bikes

We Are Cyclists celebrates cycling inclusivity across diverse communities, showing that people of all body types deserve space and joy in the sport through genuine, joyful riding moments.
Portland food
fromFuncheap
4 weeks ago

Free Sneak Peek: 'Women Who Ride' + Live Q&A (SF)

A documentary preview screening and fundraiser features Tish Edwards, founder of Oakland's first Black women's motorcycle club, as she navigates challenges to preserve her organization's legacy.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

Trans golfer says officials crafted new gender policy specifically to ban her from the sport - LGBTQ Nation

Hailey Davidson is suing the USGA and LPGA over a new rule banning trans women from competing in women's golf.
fromWomen's Health
5 days ago

They Were Told Wrestling Was Only for Boys. Now, This NYC Club Is Proving Girls Can Fight for Their Futures.

When I step onto the mat, I feel fear, but I remember the countless hours spent in training that helped unearth strength I didn't know I had.
Women
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
2 weeks ago

Motul Expands Bike Wash 'n' Lube World w/ Tudor Pro Cycling Team

Motul partners with Tudor Pro Cycling Team as Official Bike Care Supplier for three years, expanding its competitive cycling presence through co-developed lubrication solutions.
Skiing
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Did the Olympics turn you into a women's hockey fan? You're not alone-and StubHub has a new site for you

U.S. women's Olympic gold medals, particularly in hockey, drive significant ticket demand increases for professional women's sports leagues, prompting StubHub to launch HerSportsHub for centralized women's sports ticket access.
Women in technology
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

How to Advance and Support Women at Work All Year Long

Companies are scaling back Women's History Month initiatives despite persistent gender equity challenges in workforce retention, leadership advancement, and caregiving policies.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

Female Athletes Are Sharing Their Brutally Honest Experiences Of Being Disrespected In Their Sport

At my college back in the day, just as Title IX was being passed, the male athletes were given steak dinners at the cafe the night before big games, especially football, but basketball, and baseball too, but none for female teams. I was a walk-on to our softball team my freshman year, and also worked in the cafeteria to help pay tuition.
Higher education
Women
fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

A Portland Curler's Fight For Her Right to Compete

Transgender women face exclusion from women's sports due to federal mandates, impacting athletes like Sarah Maywalt who love curling.
Running
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'Social media often shows athletes as the leanest version of themselves, but that's not always the best'

Emma Moore, a Galway 800m runner, overcame RED syndrome caused by unintentional under-fuelling during her first year at DCU and is now rebuilding her competitive form.
#women-in-cybersecurity
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 weeks ago
Women in technology

Cyber industry welcomes women, but challenges persist | Computer Weekly

While 72% of female cybersecurity professionals report feeling welcomed, women face disproportionate layoffs, pay inequity, and career advancement barriers compared to men.
fromSecuritymagazine
1 month ago
Women in technology

Can the Industry Do More for Women in Security?

Women's representation in cybersecurity has improved through increased involvement in committees and leadership roles, though significant barriers to C-Suite positions and unintentional bias remain.
Women in technology
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 weeks ago

Cyber industry welcomes women, but challenges persist | Computer Weekly

While 72% of female cybersecurity professionals report feeling welcomed, women face disproportionate layoffs, pay inequity, and career advancement barriers compared to men.
Women in technology
fromSecuritymagazine
1 month ago

Can the Industry Do More for Women in Security?

Women's representation in cybersecurity has improved through increased involvement in committees and leadership roles, though significant barriers to C-Suite positions and unintentional bias remain.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Molly Miller, pretty privilege' and women's basketball's beauty trap

Molly Miller transformed Arizona State women's basketball, leading them to their first NCAA Tournament in six years amid discussions focused on her appearance.
Women in technology
fromMedium
3 weeks ago

What happened to the car designed for women, by women?

Women purchase 62% of new cars and influence 85% of purchases, yet only 5% of automotive engineers are women, resulting in cars designed primarily for male users rather than the majority market.
Women in technology
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Ladies Day returns to Cheltenham as organisers try to win back female punters

Cheltenham Festival's Ladies Day returns after five years, with pre-event ticket sales showing 33% female purchasers compared to 25% last year, indicating successful growth targeting.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

A lost generation of female footballers: When I got in my kit aged 46 I started crying'

Women's football participation has grown 24% since 2019 to 16.6 million players, with FIFA targeting 60 million registered players by next year, while older generations missed opportunities due to historical bans and lack of access.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Women are still being badly overlooked in hiring

Organizations fail to identify and develop the right leaders despite advanced tools and research, often selecting wrong candidates while overlooking qualified talent like women who demonstrate superior leadership capabilities.
Women in technology
fromEngadget
3 weeks ago

Uber expands its program that helps pair women riders and drivers

Uber's Women Preferences feature, enabling women riders and drivers to connect with each other, is now available nationwide after successful testing in multiple cities.
Cars
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Zero grip, maximum fun: A practical guide to getting into amateur ice racing

Ice racing prioritizes low-grip sliding and accessible thrills over high-downforce precision, requiring cold conditions, suitable tires, and a willing car for sideways driving enjoyment.
Women
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

Girls' Sports Are Getting More Physical

Girls increasingly participate in contact sports like ice hockey, rugby, and football, reversing historical restrictions on physical aggression in women's athletics.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

USA Rugby announced a new "open" category for trans women. Advocates say it's a "dark milestone." - LGBTQ Nation

USA Rugby created an open category for trans athletes after a presidential executive order required the organization to exclude trans women from women's sports competition.
fromThe Mercury News
3 weeks ago

Uber expands female driver option in the US amid mounting assault cases

Riders will see a new on-demand booking option called "Women Drivers" alongside the existing UberX, Comfort, UberXL and Black offerings. Customers can reserve such a trip in advance, or set their preference in the app settings to increase the likelihood of being matched with a woman. The feature is also offered in cities where teen accounts are available.
Women in technology
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

Bikes named after inspirational cyclists for International Women's Day

This recognition reflects the joy of cycling and the community spirit of every woman who has been part of our journey. Together we are creating accessible and empowering spaces for Muslim and ethnically diverse women to cycle and become more healthy.
Women in technology
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Are we not good enough? Girls football team win tiny plastic cup as boys get full-size trophy

Girls' primary football team received a small plastic trophy while boys got a large one; after complaint, the girls were presented with an equal-sized trophy.
Fashion & style
fromFast Company
1 month ago

How women's skiwear falls short when it comes to actually skiing

High-street and fast-fashion brands are expanding into skiwear and apres-ski styles, selling inexpensive, often athleisure items that face quality and performance criticisms.
Medicine
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

I was told I wouldn't walk again. I proved the doctors wrong': the bike-obsessed pensioner who broke his neck and started afresh

An 82-year-old man with a fractured cervical vertebra made progress toward walking through persistent physiotherapy using an active-passive bike, resistance training, and supported walking.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
1 month ago

I'm Physically Disabled, and I Have a Vibrant Sex Life. These Accessible Sex Toys Help

Accessible, adaptive sex toys and sex tech enable pleasurable sexual experiences for disabled bodies across varied abilities and partnered scenarios.
#nordic-combined
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Woman pulled out of UK ultramarathon after death threats over Afghanistan fundraising

My immediate feeling was just one of shame really. I was very emotional, she said, just born from the perspective that I really felt like I'd let down the girls that I was running for and I'd really kind of got this narrative in my head and psyched myself up that what I was doing was just so insignificant in comparison to what they're enduring.
UK news
Science
fromNature
1 month ago

My mission to make life more user friendly for the disability community

Josh Miele is a blind scientist and adaptive-technology inventor who uses lived experience, activism, and rule-breaking to advance accessibility and inclusive design.
US news
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Pegula to lead WTA Tour's efforts to improve women's calendar

Jessica Pegula will chair a 13-person WTA council to recommend changes to the women's tennis calendar, ranking points, and participation rules to reduce player burnout.
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 weeks ago

Toronto organization hosts rally, march to honour International Women's Day | CBC News

It's so important that we have equal work for equal value. It's something that we need to continue to push for together. While Toronto is leading the way to close the gender pay gap, more work lies ahead.
Women in technology
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

How a bid for freedom by Iran's women footballers unfolded in Australia

Iranian women's soccer players faced severe regime pressure after refusing to sing their national anthem, with some attempting to avoid returning home after tournament elimination.
Marketing
fromModern Retail
2 months ago

Fashion and beauty brands are expanding their partnerships with female college athletes

Beauty, fashion, and lifestyle brands increasingly partner with female college athletes, expanding NIL deals beyond sports brands into multi-channel, department-level partnerships.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromIndependent
2 months ago

What we learned from 'An Evening With Katie Taylor' event in Killarney - and what she really means to her fans

Katie Taylor's first live 'Evening With' interview revealed fresh insights and underscored the intense, widespread adulation surrounding the Bray boxer.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

What do fans think of the Women's Champions Cup?

Renee Slegers' side qualified for the event as representatives of Europe by beating Barcelona in the Women's Champions League final last May. They beat Morocco's AS FAR Rabat 6-0 in the semi-finals on Wednesday evening and will face Brazilian club Corinthians in Sunday's final (18:00 GMT) at Emirates Stadium. Copa Libertadores champions Corinthians beat New York-based Gotham FC 1-0 in the earlier kick-off in a double-header at Brentford's Gtech Community Stadium.
Soccer (FIFA)
Women
fromFuncheap
4 weeks ago

"Women Got Game" Free GDC Esports Summit for Women Gamers w/ Prizes (SF)

Women Got Game is an esports tournament and summit connecting female college students and young professionals with women leaders in gaming and technology through competitions, panels, and networking.
fromBikeMag
2 months ago

NST Bike 2026 Lets Riders Define the Competition, Not the Other Way Around

While most modern competitions recruit riders with similar skillsets and design courses to suit them, Natural Selection flips the script. By drawing riders from a wide range of backgrounds, NST creates a format that values creativity and individuality as much as technical execution. It is one of the few competitions where the structure of the contest comes secondary to the riders themselves.
Bicycling
Bicycling
fromianVisits
2 months ago

TfL launches hunt for women who inspired Londoners to start cycling

TfL and Santander Cycles invite nominations to celebrate women who inspire cycling, with winners' names displayed on Santander bikes across London in March.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
1 month ago

Mountain Biking Gets More Monster as World Cup Gets New Main Sponsor

Monster Energy named sponsor of WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series; will appear at all 14 events starting with May's South Korea race.
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
1 month ago

Ari Factory Racing Makes Big Moves: Cruz Signs, Fasthouse Partnership

Ari Factory Racing adds a Canadian pro, retains Kailey Skelton, appoints Nikolas Nestoroff as rider and Team Manager, and names Fasthouse as 2026 apparel partner.
fromBikeMag
2 months ago

A Powerful Show of Unity: Memorial Rides for Alex Pretti Held Across the Globe

Alex Pretti, a nurse and cyclist, was killed by Homeland Security agents on Saturday, January 24th, 2026, after coming to the aid of protesters in distress. The jarring footage can be found everywhere online and clearly shows the crimes committed by ICE agents in Minneapolis. In the wake of this tragedy, group rides have been organized across the globe in memory of Alex Pretti.
Bicycling
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The perfect place for people like me': how one couple started UK's first women's sports bar

You can't miss it, the giant Crossbar flanked by two stylised crosses in black on the whitewashed outside walls glares down the street, a stone's throw from Brighton's Churchill Square. Outside is the narrow shelf that the co-owner Lucy Tallant, the DIY enthusiast of the pair, attached to the wall for those wanting to hang around outside. As she worked on that shelf, two girls walked past and one proclaimed: Yeah, they're opening a lesbian club.
LGBT
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

Girls Drop Out Of Sports At Twice The Rate Of Boys. Here's How We Change That.

The i9 website states that 70% of kids drop out of sports by age 13 because it's no longer fun or has become a negative experience. Kids are pushed to specialize in one sport (instead of playing many different ones) to earn scholarships or go pro, though only a minuscule percentage of players achieve either, and they often end up with physical injuries from repeated strain on certain body parts.
Women
#womens-hockey
Women
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 month ago

A look at how gender equality is changing the Olympics

Women's participation in Winter Olympics grew from 4.3% in 1924 to 47% in 2026, with expanded events and leadership representation.
Women
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Telling Women Leaders to 'Just Delegate' Misses the Point

Women leaders face a double bind where traits that earned promotion become labeled liabilities, making simple advice like 'delegate more' ineffective without systemic change.
Women
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Girls hockey in Ontario is at an all-time high and the PWHL is helping it grow | CBC News

Girls' hockey participation in Ontario has surged to record highs, driven by pioneers and increased visibility from professional women's leagues.
Women
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I help women return to professional work. These are the mistakes I see most often.

Use strategic networking and a targeted plan, leveraging past HR experience and consistently maintaining professional relationships to successfully reenter the workforce after a career break.
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