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Blocked Progress or Necessary Caution? The UK’s Puberty Blockers Ban Stirs Fierce Controversy

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Blocked Progress or Necessary Caution? The UK’s Puberty Blockers Ban Stirs Fierce Controversy

The UK government’s ban on prescribing puberty blockers for adolescents experiencing gender dysphoria has ignited heated debate, dividing public opinion on the rights and well-being of transgender youth. The contentious measure, endorsed by both major political parties, follows recommendations from the Cass Review and is set to have far-reaching implications for healthcare in England, Scotland, … Read more

US Salon Faces Backlash After Owner Labels Trump Voters ‘Racists, Homophobes, Misogynists’

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US Salon Faces Backlash After Owner Labels Trump Voters ‘Racists, Homophobes, Misogynists’

An Idaho beauty salon owner and mother of three, Tiffney Prickett, recently went viral on TikTok for calling Trump supporters racist, homophobic, and misogynistic. As a result, her salon Voire in Coeur d’Alene is facing a boycott from disgruntled Republicans and even long-term clients. In her video, Prickett, 40, said, ‘Trump basically gave small men … Read more

Over 40 students stage silent protest at AIIMS Rishikesh | Education

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Over 40 students stage silent protest at AIIMS Rishikesh | Education

More than forty students of Allied Health Sciences at AIIMS, Rishikesh, staged a silent protest on Saturday against alleged misbehaviour with the media personnel, who had come for the coverage of their ongoing agitation which entered its seventh day. The agitating students alleged that the media personnel were ill-treated and pushed around.(HT Photo) The agitating … Read more

Mass protest against alleged caste discrimination at IIM Bangalore, institute denies charges | Education

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Mass protest against alleged caste discrimination at IIM Bangalore, institute denies charges | Education

A mass protest was organised by the All India OBC Students Association (AIOBCSA), Dr. BR Ambedkar Association of Engineers (BANAE), and OBC Federation of India, with participation from OBC, SC, and ST associations and several progressive organisations against the alleged caste discrimination in IIM Bangalore. Protestors also demanded the resignation of IIM-Bangalore Director Rishikesha T … Read more

Nigeria govt to transfer minors’ cases to juvenile court

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Nigeria govt to transfer minors’ cases to juvenile court

The Ministry of Women’s Affairs has announced that, as stipulated by law, the court cases of the 52 children being prosecuted for participating in the #EndBadGovernance protest, will be transferred to juvenile court. The ministry said plans to have their cases transferred are underway and will soon be concluded alongside the provision of social and … Read more

Rituparna Sengupta shares on being heckled during the Kolkata rape protest: ‘It did not affect me…’ | Bengali Movie News

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Rituparna Sengupta shares on being heckled during the Kolkata rape protest: ‘It did not affect me…’ | Bengali Movie News

Bengali actress Rituparna Sengupta became embroiled in a minor controversy following the horrific Kolkata rape case. While participating in a protest in the city, she faced heckling from the crowd, ultimately leading her to withdraw from the event. In a recent interview, Sengupta clarified that the individuals who harassed her were not locals but outsiders … Read more

NAFDAC workers embark on indefinite strike over welfare issues

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NAFDAC workers embark on indefinite strike over welfare issues

Workers of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) have announced an indefinite strike to protest what they described as the poor welfare conditions and remuneration by the agency’s management. The workers’ bodies, under the umbrella of the Senior Staff Association of Statutory Corporations and Government-Owned Companies (SSASCGOC), an affiliate of … Read more

Actor Yomi Fabiyi to lead protest to Lagos House of Assembly

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Actor Yomi Fabiyi to lead protest to Lagos House of Assembly

It has been over a year since Mohbad’s tragic death, and human rights activist and actor Yomi Fabiyi is not relenting in his efforts for justice for the late singer. The news of Mohbad’s passing was a profound shock, but what was even more alarming was the rapidity with which he was buried. This pattern … Read more

Trinamool MP quits, says ‘have not seen such angst’ against government

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Trinamool MP quits, says ‘have not seen such angst’ against government

Trinamool leader Jawhar Sircar on Sunday announced his resignation as Rajya Sabha MP as a mark of protest against the recent rape and murder of a doctor at RG Kar Medical College, and the corruption in the state governance. In a two-page letter to Trinamool chairperson Mamata Banerjee on Sunday, Sircar stated: “The present spontaneous … Read more

Shimla mosque row: Massive protest over alleged illegal construction of ‘Masjid’ – The Economic Times Video

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Shimla mosque row: Massive protest over alleged illegal construction of ‘Masjid’ – The Economic Times Video

A large number of people gathered outside the Sanjauli Masjid in Shimla to protest against the alleged illegal construction of the Mosque on Thursday. The protestors included locals, party workers from the BJP, and various members of Hindu organizations. Protestors were seen raising slogans along with holding the tricolour in their hands, against the illegal … Read more