Healthcare to be improved for trans people
Getty Images A protest outside Downing Street in January against the UK government’s decision to block gender reform in Scotland The Scottish government is looking at new ways to help transgender people after confirming it will scrap an appeal of the UK government’s veto of gender reform. The Court of Session ruled that the UK […]
Lyft losses grow ahead of $25bn flotation
Getty Images Lyft, the ride-hailing company, has revealed that it is yet to make a profit ahead of an initial public offering (IPO) which could value the firm at between $20bn and $25bn. The company is racing its larger ride-sharing rival Uber to list its stock. In its prospectus, Lyft published detailed financials for the […]
Tens of thousands have PTSD symptoms
The tech being trialled to reduce miscarriage trauma Tens of thousands of women in the UK may be experiencing symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after miscarriages each year, a leading researcher warns. Prof Tom Bourne estimates the number affected could run to 45,000 annually. But he says most are not given prompt psychological support […]
Glasgow City: SWPL champions announce Ireland assistant Eileen Gleeson as new boss
“For many years I have admired the progressive, ambitious and inclusive values promoted by the club and their ongoing commitment to providing opportunities and pathways for girls and women to participate at all levels of the game. “I am delighted to be part of such a club where winning ways are driven by a culture […]
Ofcom report shows growing 5G coverage
Getty Images About seven in 10 UK properties can now get 5G reception from at least one mobile operator, says a new report from media regulator Ofcom. The number of mobile phones able to use 5G has also risen significantly, doubling in the past year to one in five handsets, the Ofcom report found. Getty […]
A year ago, the show did not go on. What happened next?
Marc Brenner The cast of Our Lady of Blundellsands had a run of a week before the show was cut short Last March, Liverpool’s Everyman theatre opened its new play, Our Lady of Blundellsands, starring Josie Lawrence and written by Jonathan Harvey. After a week, it closed again. That was when Covid-19 shut all theatres, […]
Formula 1 team McLaren to race in Extreme E in 2022
Extreme E is two races into its five-race season, in which cars travel on a ‘floating paddock’ – the St Helena ship – to remote locations around the world to race electric SUVs as well as raise awareness on areas affected by climate change. So far both races have been won by RXR – a […]
Amy Cuddy on how posture can boost your confidence
Social psychologist Amy Cuddy’s mission is to show women how they can use their bodies to be more confident. Here is one of her big tips for feeling powerful. Video journalist: Paul Ivan Harris; Producer: Sarah Buckley BBC 100 Women names 100 influential and inspirational women around the world every year. In 2017, we’re challenging […]
Hope Powell: Birmingham Women appoint former England boss as technical director
Former England manager Hope Powell has been appointed as women’s technical director at Birmingham City. The 56-year-old won 66 caps for England and managed her country for 15 years. Powell will start the role immediately and is responsible for the long-term vision of Birmingham City Women, who play in the Women’s Championship. “I am looking […]
Energizer ‘thick boi’ phone gives 50 days of battery life
EVN A new Energizer phone promises its battery will last up to 50 days on one charge. But this isn’t a slim, sleek new handset – tech fans are describing it as an “absolute unit” and the “thick boi” of the mobile world. The snappily named Power Max P18K Pop, made by Avenir Telecom, is […]