Imperial College London experts warn of a "worrying increase" in type 2 diabetes among young women in their 20s in England, linked to rising obesity since the Covid pandemic. Early diagnosis is crucial due to the disease's aggressive nature at a younger age.
A US airman, Hannes Marschalek, accused of indecently exposing himself to women in England, had his case transferred to the US military, allowing him to face a court martial instead of the British justice system. He later won an appeal on technical grounds.
V. Sripathy, a 23-year-old woman from a remote village in Tamil Nadu, became a civil judge just two days after giving birth. She traveled 200 km to Chennai to take the exam, inspiring many with her determination and resilience.
An Australian national, Simon Peter Carman, 45, has been charged by Thai police with premeditated murder and other offenses in connection with the death of a 17-year-old girl. The teenager's body was found inside a suitcase near a railway track in the resort city.
Phoebe Bridgers returns with "Lost Boys," her first single in years. The song, co-produced by Jack Antonoff, showcases an "ornate" sound, a departure from her previous work. Bridgers navigates intense fan scrutiny and parasocial behavior, implementing phone bans at shows to protect new material.
An ammonia leak at a seafood processing factory in Tiruvallur district, Chennai, exposed dozens of workers, mostly young unmarried women, to severe health risks. Over 120 with mild exposure were moved to a nearby marriage hall for observation, while others suffered critical injuries, including breathing difficulties, nausea, and severe discomfort, with some bleeding from the nose and mouth.
Revelations about middlemen agencies exploiting creators on OnlyFans, taking 50% of earnings and pressuring women into explicit content, have prompted calls for parliamentary inquiry. The platform, valued at £3bn, faces scrutiny over its business practices and potential links to sex trafficking.
Landmark research shows young women vaccinated against HPV at age 12-13 have near-zero risk of cervical cancer death before 30. Over 200 lives saved in England since 2008, with no deaths recorded in 20-24 age group recently. Experts urge high vaccination rates to meet elimination goals.
Markuss Hussle, an OnlyFans manager, exemplifies a growing industry where men profit by managing women's explicit content. While some creators claim empowerment, investigations reveal exploitation, coercion, and trafficking risks, prompting calls for parliamentary inquiry.
Ukraine's police chief accused Russia of recruiting young Ukrainian women via Telegram to assassinate Ukrainian soldiers, citing a foiled attempt involving a 17-year-old. Meanwhile, Germany sees an opportunity in defense manufacturing after a joint fighter jet project with France ended.
Ukraine's police chief accuses Russia of recruiting young Ukrainian women via messaging apps to assassinate Ukrainian military personnel. Six contract killings were planned this year, with one thwarted after a 17-year-old was arrested.
Brandy Melville is closing all US changing rooms, with employees citing vandalism and TikTok trends involving chewing gum. Shoppers express frustration over the inability to try on the brand's single-size clothing.
Jeffrey Epstein visited Slovakia multiple times and considered buying a house there. His travels were linked to Miroslav Lajčák, then Foreign Minister, whom Epstein invited to meetings with Steve Bannon. Lajčák intended to introduce Bannon to Robert Fico, the current Prime Minister.
A 30-year-old spiritual guru, Abhishek Mishra, alias Adikarta Narayan Das, has been arrested in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, for allegedly luring and sexually exploiting young women. He used social media to attract followers and performed fake religious rituals, including 'Gandharva marriages', to establish physical relationships. A nursing student filed a complaint after being allegedly drugged and harassed.
Afghan girls like Alia, 19, are fleeing forced marriages to pursue education, as the Taliban ban continues. Despite risks, they seek private courses, the only option past primary school. Many, like Shama, regret lost opportunities, while others like Nora fear the same fate.
Two Afghan cousins, using pseudonyms Mahnaz and Somayeh Ebrahimi, blend autobiography and fiction in their photography, depicting the harsh realities and inner dreams of women under Taliban rule. Their work, exhibited in New York and Madrid, uses auto-fiction and magic realism to convey messages of oppression and hope.
Activists condemn new Afghan divorce laws, stating they institutionalize child marriage and make it nearly impossible for women to divorce. The Taliban government dismisses criticism, framing it as anti-Islam.
New Afghan laws enacted by the Taliban appear to legally recognize child marriage and make divorce nearly impossible for women, sparking condemnation from activists and the UN.
A McGill University study challenges the stereotype that vocal fry (creaky voice) is more common in young women, finding it's actually more prevalent in men and increases with age. Perception of its prevalence in women may be socioculturally biased.
Three young women (20-30 years old) found dead in the sea off Brighton; cause unknown, investigation underway.
Battered school indoor shoes, reportedly worn by graduating schoolgirls, have appeared in online shops in Japan, sparking fierce criticism over the fetishisation of young women. Removing outdoor shoes before entering homes, schools, companies and other public buildings is a deeply rooted custom in the country, tied to cleanliness and respect for shared spaces. Known as uwabaki, Japan’s traditional indoor shoes are typically white and shaped like ballet flats. At schools, from kindergarten...
In a tragic and mysterious ancient custom in China, unmarried girls were chosen as brides by a legendary “Cave God” and sent to live in caves, where they would fast to death as a form of sacrifice. The practice, known as Luo Hua Dong Nv is a folk legend from the Miao communities in Xiangxi, located in western Hunan province in southern China. It is an ancient practice which no longer exists and its origins are unclear. The custom has been described as a “marriage between humans and deities” and...
A record 59,000 runners will take part in Sunday's London Marathon, raising £100m for charity. The event has seen a surge in interest with 1.1 million ballot entries – 750,000 more than four years ago – driven by Gen Z, women, and social media. A third of entrants are aged 18-29, with females comprising the biggest percentage of under-30 participants. Organisers plan to split the race over two days in 2027 to accommodate 100,000 runners.
Police in Nagpur, India have arrested Riyaz Fazil Qazi, president of an NGO working for underprivileged children, after a 23-year-old woman accused him of sexual assault, religious coercion, defamation, and cyberstalking. The FIR includes multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Information Technology Act. The state ATS has launched a parallel investigation into the NGO's background and financial trails, with three women now coming forward with complaints.
