There’s a first time for everything, including arguing before the Supreme Court. Meet Chase Strangio, a 42-year-old lawyer who made history when he became the first openly transgender attorney to present before the highest court in the land. This isn’t just any case; Strangio is challenging Tennesse
Ever wondered how girls and boys fare in sporting environments? A study in Norway took a close look at 216 young athletes, split evenly between handball and ice hockey. These sports offer different success rates - handball excels, while ice hockey lags behind. The research aimed to compare how well
In a surprising twist, legendary tennis player Martina Navratilova and a group of critics have taken aim at The New York Times (NYT) for its word choice. The NYT used the term "non-transgender women" in a recent article about a volleyball team's predicament. The team was grappling with including a t
A study at Taif University in Saudi Arabia took a closer look at how faculty members view different leadership styles and how that affects their motivation. The researchers asked 74 teachers from the university to share their thoughts. They wanted to know if men and women saw leadership styles diffe
In an unexpected turn of events, Boise State's women's volleyball team has pulled out of their Mountain West Conference Championship match against San Jose State. The sudden withdrawal follows rumors about a transgender player on the San Jose State team. These rumors, though unsubstantiated, led to
When we think about the history of ageing research, we often hear about the men who made significant discoveries. However, many women have also made extraordinary contributions to our understanding of ageing, but they haven't always gotten the recognition they deserve. Let's shine a light on some of
As cities grow bigger and busier, the idea of nighttime workouts is catching on. We know that urban settings can affect how active people are, but what about when the sun goes down? Plus, how do these effects vary between men and women? This exploration delves into the key aspects of city living tha
Imagine a battle over who decides what’s best for kids. That’s what’s happening as the Supreme Court prepares to tackle a case about puberty blockers and hormone treatments for transgender youth. Many conservatives who’ve long fought for parental rights are now divided. Some back Tennessee’s ban on
Two high school girls, Taylor and Kaitlyn, are standing up for what they believe is fair. They're cross-country runners at Martin Luther King High School in California. They sued their school district because they think a transgender teammate is getting special treatment. The district says this is a
Ever wondered how the way college students in China feel about exercise affects their emotional resilience? Researchers set out to find the answer and uncover the steps involved. Turns out, it's not just about the exercise itself, but also about how well students can control their own behavior. Plus
