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Dear NASA, we can’t believe you cancelled the female spacewalk

Posted on March 31, 2019
B. Wiser

This column may contain strong language, sexual content, adult humor, and other themes that may not be suitable for minors. Parental guidance is strongly advised. Dear NASA, My best friend…

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Brie Larson’s ability as a director was questioned, and here’s why it reeks of sexism

Posted on March 29, 2019
B. del Rio

Although you may only know Brie Larson as Captain Marvel, the actress has actually been in the industry for quite some time now, having nabbed her first acting gig in…

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The practice of breast ironing is another proof of extreme sexism

Posted on March 28, 2019March 28, 2019
B. del Rio

When I was going through puberty and at the stage where I can feel my breasts growing, I honestly wanted to stop it. So every night, I’d sleep in a…

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Female sportscasters have been dealing with sexual harassment on the job for too long

Posted on March 27, 2019March 27, 2019
B. del Rio

It’s no secret women around the globe often experience sexism and harassment in the workplace. And while it’s true we have seen some improvements in some industries, in sports reporting,…

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REMINDER: Sharing explicit videos without the owner’s consent is a crime

Posted on March 23, 2019March 25, 2019
B. del Rio

Video scandals, illegal sex tapes—these have become prolific in our society today. It’s an overwhelming problem we have yet to solve. Case in point: Just recently, K-pop star Jung Joon-young…

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REAL TALK: Meghan Markle is NOT to blame for her staff’s quick turnover

Posted on March 13, 2019March 13, 2019
B. del Rio

Prince Harry and Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle have a lot on their plates right now, what with Meghan’s pregnancy, and their transition to Frogmore Cottage on top of their…

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Men who don’t call out other men’s sexist actions are also to blame

Posted on February 19, 2019February 20, 2019
B. del Rio

The latest powerful man the #MeToo movement is trying to take down is Ryan Adams. The singer-songwriter and producer have been accused by seven women.

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What Sarah Silverman’s anecdote of casual misogyny teaches us

Posted on February 8, 2019
B. del Rio

Recently, comedienne Sarah Silverman shared an experience on Instagram about her “sh*tty” mammogram appointment. She said that her radiologist applied the gel on her breasts without wearing gloves, and “when…

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When political candidacy becomes a gendered fight

Posted on January 29, 2019January 29, 2019
B. del Rio

So far, there have been four women who formally announced their candidacy for the US presidential race. We’re taking this, plus the recently concluded midterm elections which saw many women…

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On gender roles in the household: What Marie Kondo teaches us beyond tidying

Posted on January 23, 2019January 23, 2019
B. del Rio

Marie Kondo is officially a global superstar. The popular Netflix show featuring the charming expert not only provided us with a great method to “tidy” but also an insight on…

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Dear NASA, we can’t believe you cancelled the female spacewalk

Brie Larson’s ability as a director was questioned, and here’s why it reeks of sexism

The practice of breast ironing is another proof of extreme sexism

Female sportscasters have been dealing with sexual harassment on the job for too long

REMINDER: Sharing explicit videos without the owner’s consent is a crime

REAL TALK: Meghan Markle is NOT to blame for her staff’s quick turnover

Men who don’t call out other men’s sexist actions are also to blame

What Sarah Silverman’s anecdote of casual misogyny teaches us

When political candidacy becomes a gendered fight

On gender roles in the household: What Marie Kondo teaches us beyond tidying

Yes, upskirting should definitely be considered a crime

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I want my pregnancy to prove the world wrong

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