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Chloe Kelly receives a special edition Barbie in her likeness to mark International Women's Day.
The doll features Kelly's ponytail and England's Euro 2025 kit as part of the tribute.
Kelly was central to England's Euros triumph, scoring in key moments and performing in the final.
The Barbie edition highlights Kelly as a defining figure of modern women's football.
Kelly's club career includes lifting the Women's Champions League with Arsenal last season.
The doll is part of a series honoring eight female athletes, including Serena Williams and Smriti Mandhana.
The Barbie release aligns with International Women's Day celebrations and rising recognition of women's football.
Kelly's ongoing form includes limited appearances this season due to injuries.
Chloe Kelly's international status and club success contribute to her wide recognition.
Mattel's initiative includes notable names beyond Kelly, highlighting women's sports.
The Barbie edition serves as a cultural nod to football's growth and star power.

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Grace Tame tells an International Women's Day panel why she believes Albanese called her 'difficult.'
Tame says Albanese's description relates to her advocacy on U.S. and Israel ties, not her abuse survivor status.
Albanese apologized later, saying he 'apologised if there was any misinterpretation' of his one-word description.
Tame links gender justice to a broader push for changes in how laws protect survivors and balance justice.
Event theme for Women’s Day highlighted the need to balance the scales in justice.
Tame discusses grooming phases and survivor safety in the context of legal reforms.
UN Women Australia chief executive supports protecting rights and freedoms for survivors.
UN Women event in Sydney featured Tame and other experts discussing women’s rights.
Media coverage frames the exchange as part of a broader debate on misogyny and political discourse.
The article includes background on Albanese describing other public figures with single words.

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Gates Foundation calls for greater funding in women’s health to close critical knowledge gaps.
Researchers say less than 1% of healthcare research funds go to women’s health (excluding cancers).
Preeclampsia and pregnancy risks are highlighted as areas with unknown root causes and outcomes.
Vaginal microbiome research is cited as a promising area to improve pregnancy outcomes and STI prevention.
Zaidi calls for action to turn concern into policy and funding priorities.
The article notes progress is possible, with conferences and roundtables fostering serious dialogue.
The UK is urged to lead in health innovation to help people at home and worldwide.
Investing in women’s health is framed as beneficial to families, workplaces, and society.
The article links broader health outcomes to social and economic development.
The piece frames knowledge gaps as contributing to maternal and newborn deaths worldwide.

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Twitch apologised after backlash over an International Women’s Day stream led by the Women’s Guild choosing Overcooked 2.
The event was intended to highlight women in streaming and teamwork, according to Twitch’s notes.
Guild member MimiLenattv stated that Overcooked 2 was chosen by the Women’s Guild, including herself, to promote collaboration.
Some critics argued the choice reinforced stereotypes about women and gaming.
The final voting lineup included several games, with Overcooked 2 chosen for its team-based play.
Twitch acknowledged they should have shared more context behind the rationale for the game choice.
The debate sparked broader discussions on what constitutes a 'real game' and who decides players’ genres.
Twitch faced a broader wave of discussion about inclusivity and stereotype in gaming culture.
The event prompted ongoing commentary on gender stereotypes within gaming and streaming communities.
The discourse highlighted how viewers react to media strategies around inclusivity and branding.

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Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi is highlighted for its autobiographical treatment of growing up under Iran’s Islamic Revolution.
Movements and Moments: Indigenous Feminisms in The Global South showcases indigenous women’s resistance across multiple cultures.
Grass by Keum Suk Gendry-Kim recounts a Korean comfort woman’s experiences and the impact of war on women.
Cocoon tells the wartime story of a girl and the Himeyuri nurses, highlighting loss and resilience.
The Apothecary Diaries entry focuses on Maomao and women navigating a male-dominated imperial palace.
Talk to My Back by Murasaki Yamada delves into domesticity and women’s selfhood in the 1980s.
Persepolis and Birangona narratives provide personal accounts of gender oppression and courage.
The feature positions graphic novels as tools to critique patriarchy and reflect women’s daily struggles.
The Daily Star’s piece was published as part of its Books & Literature coverage for International Women’s Day.

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