Women's Rights

Twenty-Five Political Prisoners Released, Deported from Belarus

25 political prisoners were suddenly freed and sent to Lithuania — some never believed they'd leave

Women experience less pain during IUD insertion using a new method

A simple numbing method cut IUD insertion pain scores by 15 points in a 370-woman study.

Sexual recovery after breast cancer is often overlooked

Researchers built a 3-layer model to help breast cancer survivors recover sexual well-being.

Field gets first England start in World Cup final rematch with Canada

England's Red Roses face a World Cup final rematch with Canada at Sandy Park this Saturday.

Political boot camps for women could redress gender imbalance

A four-week boot camp raised women's political ambition by teaching skills and cutting fear of

Irish Rugby awaits news of 'massive opportunity' to join PWR

Irish women's rugby teams could join the best elite women's league in the world within a few years.

Reforms to Hungary's Anti-LBGT Laws Welcome, but More to Do

Hungary's new government moves to repeal parts of its 2021 anti-LGBT law — but rights groups say

England's Hardcastle announces international retirement

England's all-time top try scorer, Amy Hardcastle, scored 30 tries and retires at 37 before the

How does the menopause drug Veoza work? And how is it different from hormone therapy?

A new drug Veoza targets hot flashes without hormones, offering a fresh option for menopause relief.

Fernandez signs new London City contract

A five-time Barcelona league champion commits to London City until 2029 after winning their player

What We’re Reading: 20,000 Salmon Return to the Klamath River

20,000 chinook salmon swam back up the Klamath River just two years after four dams came down.

Having a bad hair day? My new research might help

New research shows asking "What does my hair need?" beats hating your hair—and it boosts confidence.

A 5,000-year-old royal mystery: Digital clues point to Meretneith as Egypt's female king

Digital clues reveal a 5,000-year-old female king of ancient Egypt's First Dynasty

How Afghan Women Are Rebuilding Reproductive Health Care

Over 450 small clinics in Afghanistan now give remote women safe births where hospitals are hours

Chelsea thrash Man Utd 5-0 in dominant display

Chelsea thrashed Manchester United 5-0 for their first WSL win of the season.

'Famous' result for Palace as Arsenal held to draw

Newcomers Crystal Palace stunned Arsenal, earning a 0-0 draw at the Emirates.

'We have everything that we need to win WSL' - Arsenal's Agyemang

Michelle Agyemang says Arsenal have everything needed to lift the WSL title.

How Zverev and Shelton emerged from 'Sincaraz' shadow

Two tennis stars chase history — one a first major, the other a second title of 2026.

Title, ring and IVF eye opener - Evans' whirlwind year

Wales rugby star Georgia Evans won a title, got engaged, and started IVF in one whirlwind year.

Rybakina wins US Open to inflict further pain on Sabalenka

Rybakina beats Sabalenka to win her first US Open and be crowned tennis's best.