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Opinion – we’re still justifying misogyny under the guise of ‘comedy’
Shane Gillis’ uninspired, unfunny SNL monologue proves sexist humour is still shaping our social norms. Forgive me for thinking that as a society we’d passed the point of giving men a platform to call women ‘whores’. Turns out we haven’t. Not only did Shane Gillis have free reign to do just that this weekend, he did so on live television, delivering an uninspired SNL monologue in which he mocked women...
Christa Pike’s failed execution brings death penalty into disrepute
After surviving two doses of a drug intended to kill her, Christa Pike is at the centre of a high-profile legal battle that’s shone fresh light on the absurdity of humane execution. Last week, Christa Pike survived an attempt on her life. Now doctors at the Tennessee hospital where she’s being held are working tirelessly to save her. Reports state Pike is ‘angry and confused’ about what happened to her,...
Why Nigella Lawson’s Bake Off stint is already revolutionary
The new judge is dismantling diet culture with big bites and no nonsense. We need more of this on TV, now more than ever. I’ve always loved Nigella Lawson. I’m a fellow foodie, I’m a writer – which means I’ve devoured her written recipes as fervently as the dishes themselves – and I’m also a woman. Nigella has always represented the essence of womanhood in my eyes. She’s confident and unapologetic...
What the Sweeney sports ad controversy revealed about women in sport
A month after the actress was criticised for ‘sexualising women’s sport’, the backlash raised a bigger question: what are women actually allowed to be in the sporting world? You probably already heard that Sydney Sweeney has ‘great jeans’. The actress stirred up major controversy with an American Eagle advertisement last summer, which was criticised for flirting with eugenics thanks to the aforementioned tagline. Initially staying silent amidst the backlash, Sweeney...
How the internet turned its back on the tradwife trend
Between a Nara Smith rebrand and a New York Times bestselling novel, it seems the glory days of tradwifery are behind us. Nara Smith is best known for her scratch cooking videos. Or maybe it’s the extravagant couture she wears while cooking. No wait, it’s her famous model husband Lucky Blue Smith (once tumblr’s ultimate it-boy). Ah! Got it. It’s the weird and wonderful names of her children: Whimsy Lou,...
New wait times highlight NHS’s struggle with rising ADHD and autism awareness
NHS bodies have imposed a two-year minimum wait for assessments as demand for diagnosis soars. There are many benefits to raising awareness for neurodevelopmental conditions. The taboos that kept thousands suffering in silence have significantly decreased in the UK, and support is more readily available than ever before. But besides there still being significant room for improvement in the neurodevelopmental care sector, the growing demand for diagnosis of conditions – particularly...
US prosecutors reopen Cornell University gang rape case
The alleged incident took place on university grounds in 2024. Cornell has yet to comment publicly. On Tuesday, the names and faces of seven Cornell University students flooded the internet. They were all young men. And they were all allegedly involved in the gang rape of a woman on campus in 2024. Jane Doe initially came forward shortly after the incident was said to have happened, telling Cornell University Police on...
The decline of London’s public transport has far-reaching consequences
Experts suggest the disappearance of London’s iconic red buses will hit the poorest the hardest. Like most major cities, London is built on a sprawling public transport system. Boasting the tube, black cabs and an iconic route of red bus services, England’s capital is one of the most famous and efficient transport hubs in the world. But experts warn it’s at risk of rapid decline. Outside of zone 1, red buses...
PM announces specialist courts for rape cases in England and Wales
Alleged victims will be granted new measures including private entrances and waiting rooms, along with specialist ‘trauma-enforced training’ for court staff. Andy Burnham has announced the rollout of new specialist rape courts in England and Wales, building on measures that are currently only available in limited locations. At least one courtroom in every Crown Court will be dedicated to handling rape and cases involving serious sexual offences over the next...
The rise of ‘thinkfluencers’ and why they’re everywhere
From Substack to explainer TikToks, everyone’s craving thought-provoking content. But is our hankering for brain food a reaction to AI or evidence of a deeper desire for fulfillment in the modern age? What is a ‘thinkfluencer’? Consider them the talking head in your pocket: a bastion of knowledge on often niche topics, sharing facts and figures with the help of a teeny tiny handheld mic. These types of influencers have...
