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This Saudi Woman Scientist Has Made History As The First Arab Woman To Go To Space
34-year-old Rayyanah Barnawi, a biomedical scientist will focus on studying stem cells and breast cancer during the mission.
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Activism
This Black Brazilian Soccer Player Was Racially Abused During A Match In Spain And People Want Justice
The referee’s official report from the game said a fan had shouted “monkey, monkey” at Vinicius Jr.
Featured
Chile Has Passed A New Law Protecting The Children Of Women Murdered Due To Their Gender
The law seeks to help children “left with nothing but a murdered mother and an imprisoned father”.
Activism
Belarus Says It Has Pardoned The Opposition Journalist It Arrested Through “Hijacking” His Flight
Some opposition activists say Roman Protasevich may have been pardoned after being forced to collaborate with authorities.
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Women Of The Week: Argentinian Actress Thelma Fardin, Nigerian Uber And Congo Soccer Coach
Here are the trailblazing women making waves around the world this week.
Activism
China Has Banned Comedian Uncle Roger On Social Media After He Joked About Xi Jinping And Surveillance
“All the phones listening. Long live President Xi.”
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In A First For Asia, Taiwan Will Now Allow Same-Sex Couples To Adopt Non-Biological Children
Previously, same-sex couples could only adopt children who are biologically related to one parent.
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Portugal Will Now Allow Euthanasia For People With Terminal Illnesses And In Extreme Suffering
Under the new law, people over 18 can request assistance in dying if they suffering from “lasting” and “unbearable” pain.
Politics
Israel And Palestinian Militants In Gaza Have Agreed To A Ceasefire After Air Strikes Killed At Least 34 People
The ceasefire came after five days of fighting that left at least 34 Palestinians and 1 Israeli dead.
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Japan Held A “Crying Baby Sumo Festival” Where Babies Had To Compete To Be The First One To Cry
In Japan, people believe that tears bring infants good health and drive away evil spirits.
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Germany Has Proposed A Bill That Would Make It Easier For People To Legally Change Their Gender
If passed, the bill will allow people to choose their legal gender through a simple declaration at the registry offices.
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Archaeologists Have Hired A Flock Of Hungry Sheep To Help Preserve The Ruins Of Pompeii
The flock of 150 sheep has been given a very important task.