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10 hilarious and inspirational quotes from former first lady Barbara BushFormer First Lady, Barbara Bush, has passed away at the age of 92. Family spokesperson, Jim McGrath, confirmed the news in a statement posted to Twitter, announcing that Bush died on Tuesday evening at her home in Houston, Texas. As the wife of the 41st President of the United States, George…3 minutes read
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Woman tragically dies after being 'sucked out of a plane' when an engine explodedA woman has tragically died after an incident in which she was partially sucked out of a plane window that smashed when one of the engines on the aircraft exploded. Jennifer Riordan, 43, was sitting in a window seat on the Southwest Airlines flight from New York to Dallas, Texas…4 minutes read
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These women are wearing bow blouses after a Nobel prize sex scandalThe Nobel Prize is one of the most respected accolades in the world; a recognition of mastery of a field in the sciences or arts. It's every writer's dream to win the Nobel Prize for literature, and every scientist's dream to win it over their research. Furthermore the committee of…3 minutes read
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US cheerleaders reveal the horrible sexual harassment they are confronted withWhile the #MeToo and Time's Up initiatives endeavoured to give a voice to victims of sexual harassment and abuse everywhere, it's evident in our current situation - namely, a somewhat uncertain landscape - that we still have a way to go. Certainly, professional cheerleaders, who represent various teams and sports…4 minutes read
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Dog cries 'tears of gratitude' after being saved from a dog meat vendor by animal loversEverybody loves dogs. They're faithful, they're a reliable hiking buddy, and unlike those persnickety, stuck-up cats, they'll always show you love. When you grow up in a culture where dogs are adorable pets, the idea of eating them sounds horrific. However, in countries such as China, South Korea and Nigeria,…3 minutes read
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7 years ago
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These are officially the 15 most admired women in the worldWhether it's Joan of Arc, Beyoncé or Kim Possible – we've all got our own heroes. And to see if there are any trends regarding those who can be considered "most admired" over time, an annual survey is conducted across the world by YouGov. Every year since 2015, the polling company…4 minutes read
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7 years ago
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This is how gun use differs between men and women in the USAIf there’s one topic that’s hotter than all others in the United States right now, it’s gun control. As a result of horrific incidents such as the recent shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Florida or the massacre which occurred at Sandy Hook Elementary School in 2012, it’s…6 minutes read
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This is the reason why so many Iranian women are taking off their hijabsIn the 1930s, the hijab was banned in Iran. Under the rule of the autocrat, Reza Shah, the conservative Islamic country banned the headscarf in a nod towards modernisation. However, a revolution in 1979 made the hijab compulsory as a law, and bare-headed women have been penalised ever since by…4 minutes read
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This woman was escorted off a Disney Cruise by armed guards for being 'too pregnant'Passport, toothbrush, and that third pair of sandals that you probably don't need but maybe you just will – everyone has a checklist that they go through last minute before jetting off on holiday. One thing you probably won't be checking before you head to the airport though is if you're "too"…4 minutes read
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Aly Raisman was told gymnasts' leotards are to blame for sexual abuse and her response is perfectAmerican gymnast, Aly Raisman, has continued strong on her mantra following the trial of Larry Nassar. The 23-year-old two-time Olympian, who has continued to assert "I am not a victim. I am a survivor", was one of the 156 women to testify against the former USA Gymnastics doctor. He was on…3 minutes read
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These are the most attractive female lips in the world, according to scienceAngelina Jolie, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Kylie Jenner – all women of monumental influence, and all known for their seriously seductive lips. But while these A-listers might instantly come to mind when you think about what kind of lips are most attractive, a new study might just prove the contrary... Researchers from the…4 minutes read
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This is why gun control matters so much for women's safetyAccording to FBI data analysed by Associated Press, a woman is fatally shot by a current or former romantic partner every 16 hours in the USA. Having spent their lives being told not to walk alone after dark, lest a stranger should attack them, or practicing gun-drills to escape mass-shootings,…5 minutes read
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