On June 16, 2025, the United States Department of State issued a Level-2 travel advisory for India, urging American citizens to “exercise increased caution” due to growing concerns over crime and terrorism threats in various parts of the country. This advisory is not a complete travel ban but a serious recommendation for travelers to remain vigilant and informed, especially when venturing into rural or high-risk regions of India. This development is significant...
If you’re hunting for a juicy new series to binge this weekend, The Waterfront might just float to the top of your list. It’s been dubbed ‘Dawson’s Creek for adults’—and with good reason. Created by Kevin Williamson, the very mind behind Dawson’s Creek, this brand-new Netflix drama swaps teenage angst for adult secrets, crumbling legacies, and an undercurrent of danger that runs just as deep as the ocean views of its setting....
In a powerful move toward inclusive development, women entrepreneurs in Kenya are taking center stage in redefining the nation’s economic narrative. A high-impact forum held recently in Nairobi brought together industry leaders, development partners, and change-makers who addressed the long-standing barriers holding back women-led small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The discussions revealed not just the obstacles, but also strategic pathways that could unlock a new era of economic potential led by women....
In a landmark move that could pave the way for more inclusive conversations in sports, 23-year-old Anaya Bangar—child of former India cricketer Sanjay Bangar—has stepped forward to challenge existing boundaries in women’s cricket. Anaya, who previously went by the name Aryan, is a proud transgender woman and a passionate athlete. In a powerful Instagram video and an eight-page scientific report, she has called on the International Cricket Council (ICC) and the Board...
Wisconsin is poised to become the first U.S. state to implement a sweeping classification change for gig economy workers, under a new bill headed to Governor Tony Evers’ desk. The proposed legislation redefines app-based drivers—working for companies like Uber, DoorDash, Lyft, and Instacart—as independent contractors rather than employees. This marks a major pivot in how labor rights, benefits, and worker protections are applied in the state, with potentially national implications. The move...
From literature to TikTok, the phrase “decentring men” has entered mainstream consciousness with startling velocity. First coined by writer Sherese (Charlie) Taylor, the idea refers to identifying and unraveling the subtle and overt ways in which women place men—especially cisgender, heterosexual men—at the center of their emotional, personal, and even professional lives. It asks a fundamental question: What happens when women stop orienting their decisions, dreams, and self-worth around male approval? This...
A Triumph of Women’s Stories on the International Stage In an inspiring moment for South African cinema, Don’t Give Up has captured the prestigious Golden Nymph Award for Best Creation — Fiction at the 64th Monte‑Carlo Television Festival . Created by producer Anant Singh and director Darrell James Roodt—and anchored by powerhouse actress Leleti Khumalo—this silent drama illuminates the lived reality of a single mother navigating poverty, unemployment, and societal neglect. Though devoid of dialogue,...
This week marks a landmark moment in sportswear history: Trinity Rodman, forward for the USWNT and Washington Spirit, unveiled the F50 SPARKFUSION, Adidas’s first-ever football boot designed specifically for female athletes. More than just a new product, this boot challenges the longstanding tradition of women fitting into smaller versions of men’s gear—bringing biomechanics, comfort, and cutting-edge technology tailored to women’s feet into the spotlight. 🔍 1. Why F50 SPARKFUSION Matters: Biomechanics +...
In a country where social issues often divide the population, a new front in the gender identity debate has emerged — transgender participation in women’s sports. A recent nationwide poll, combined with fresh policy moves from the Trump administration, has brought this topic to the spotlight. And the results? They reveal overwhelming public support for protecting the integrity of women’s sports based on biological sex. As the administration pushes forward with legislation...
Jamie Lloyd’s bold West End revival of Evita, starring Rachel Zegler as Eva Perón at the London Palladium, is capturing headlines — but not all applause. With “Don’t Cry for Me Argentina” performed not onstage but on the theater’s outside balcony, Lloyd has sparked both excitement and frustration among audiences. 🎭 Balcony Ballet: The Gamut of Reactions What happened: Each evening, around the start of Act II, Zegler ascends the Palladium’s exterior balcony...
The Voice, The Power, The Pride.
