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social inequality

Building a Fairer Australia for a Peaceful Christmas

December 25, 2025

Christmas is around the corner. People are thinking about peace. But peace is not just a wish. It needs work. The world is not fair. Some have more. Others have less. This makes people unhappy. It can lead to anger and division. Money is moving up. The rich get richer. The poor stay poor. Basic ser

health

The Hidden Struggles of Women, Trans Women, and Non-Binary People Facing Homelessness

April 25, 2025

Women, trans women, and non-binary individuals dealing with homelessness have a tough time. They often have to deal with serious health issues. Their average life span is much shorter than the general public. This is a big problem that needs attention. Research shows that these groups face many cha

health

Mothers in Pakistan: Who's Missing Out on Crucial Pregnancy Care?

February 25, 2025

Pregnancy is a significant journey, and having the right support can greatly influence the outcome. In Pakistan, there are notable gaps in the reproductive health services that women receive. This isn't just about convenience; it's a matter of life and death. We're discussing essential services like

health

Drug Policy Shift: Is B. C. Making a Mistake?

February 21, 2025

The B. C. Ministry of Health recently made a significant change to its safe supply program. This change requires patients to take their medication at a pharmacy under the watchful eye of a healthcare worker. This decision has sparked controversy, with some arguing that it will make life-saving medic

technology

Robots and Bias: A Feminist View

January 15, 2025

Have you ever thought about how robots learn? Well, they use models that humans create, and these models can be biased. This means the robots might copy the unfairness we see in society. For example, they might treat some people worse than others based on things like race or gender. This is a big pr

crypto

The Shady Side of Cryptocurrency: Should You Really Invest?

November 21, 2024

Cryptocurrency has become a big deal lately, especially with a president who's all for it. But before you decide to invest, it's important to know the dark side of this digital money. First off, creating cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin uses tons of energy. This isn't great for the environment and add

science

Fighting Beauty Bias: A Study on Interventions Against Attractiveness Discrimination

November 15, 2024

Social inequality often starts with how we judge others. Attractiveness-based bias can play a big role in this. But what can we do to stop this unfairness? Researchers held a contest to find ways to reduce such bias in decisions, like admissions. They tested 30 different strategies across four study