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🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Epstein-linked Leon Black waged bid to ‘silence’ law firm and accusers, suit says

A lawsuit alleges that Leon Black attempted to intimidate and silence women who accused him of sexual misconduct by filing frivolous lawsuits against their representing law firm.

Mar 3 • 20:58 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

I rewatched America’s Next Top Model - 12 years later it made me feel sick

The article discusses the impact of America's Next Top Model on beauty standards, particularly for Black women, as revisited in a new documentary.

Mar 1 • 12:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

SCD: Why Rest is Political for Black Women

The article explores the significance of rest for Black women living with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD), emphasizing that it is not just a luxury or mere downtime but a crucial aspect of survival and political expression.

Feb 28 • 00:02 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

TSE proposal on electoral spending opens a gap for the weakening of affirmative actions

Proposals by Brazil's Superior Electoral Court regarding electoral accountability may undermine affirmative actions for women, Black, and Indigenous candidates, according to experts.

Feb 23 • 02:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

The macabre phenomenon now highlighted on Russian TV

Russian state TV is addressing the rise of 'black widows'—women quickly marrying soldiers heading to the front lines in Ukraine to claim financial compensation for their deaths.

Feb 20 • 22:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Laila Edwards, the first Black member of the US women's ice hockey team, enjoys gold medal joy with her family cheering squad

Laila Edwards, who made history as the first Black player on the US women's ice hockey team, celebrated a gold medal victory at the 2026 Winter Olympics with her family after they raised funds to support their attendance.

Feb 20 • 09:19 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Unidos da Tijuca and Império Serrano Honor Black Women at Carnival

Two samba schools from Rio de Janeiro, Unidos da Tijuca and Império Serrano, have notably honored Black women in their Carnival themes this year.

Feb 18 • 18:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

TST creates quotas for transgender women in service companies

The TST in Brazil has established a policy requiring that 5% of jobs in service companies be allocated to transgender women, prioritizing those who are Black, Brown, sex workers, and formerly incarcerated individuals.

Feb 16 • 16:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Imam threatened girls with 'black magic' as he carried out horrific sex attacks on girls as young as 12

An imam in Tower Hamlets is facing jail for sexual assaults on girls as young as 12, having threatened them with black magic.

Feb 15 • 22:11 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The butterfly in the stomach is what makes us return every year, says Erika Hilton

Erika Hilton, a federal deputy, reflects on the emotional connection to the São Paulo Carnival and its political significance while participating in the parade.

Feb 14 • 01:59 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Study warns of carcinogenic chemicals in hair extensions and wigs

A recent study reveals harmful chemicals in hair extension products marketed widely to Black women, some of which are linked to cancer and other health issues.

Feb 13 • 17:37 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Parades in São Paulo start on Friday with tributes to women, ancestors, and orixás

The São Paulo samba school parades kick off on Friday, celebrating women's empowerment, the Black movement, and Candomblé deities.

Feb 13 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Mocidade Unida da Mooca honors Geledés at the São Paulo Carnival

Mocidade Unida da Mooca pays tribute to Geledés during its debut in the Special Group of the São Paulo Carnival.

Feb 13 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Hair extensions contain substances associated with cancer and hormonal changes, study points out

A study has found that hair extensions can contain dangerous chemicals linked to cancer and hormonal disruption, particularly affecting Black women who frequently use these products.

Feb 12 • 08:03 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Lithuanian scoreboard: handball cup 'Fight' and 'Light', black 'Neptūnas' Sunday and unstoppable 'Sūduva'

This article reports on recent results from the Baltic Women's League and the challenges faced by the Klaipėda Neptūnas basketball team over the weekend.

Feb 8 • 20:07 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Sports

Slind after a pitch-black race: - It will be boring to be Norwegian

Astrid Øyre Slind expresses disappointment over the dominance of Swedish skier Frida Karlsson in the women's 20-kilometer race, indicating a gloomy outlook for Norwegian competitors in the ongoing Olympics.

Feb 7 • 22:27 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Knockout Drops: The Black Hole in the Glass

The article discusses the increasing danger of knockout drops (K.-o.-Tropfen) being used at parties and clubs, particularly targeting women, and emphasizes the need for awareness and safety measures.

Feb 7 • 15:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Mocidade Unida da Mooca: see the plot and sing the samba

Mocidade Unida da Mooca celebrates the strength of Black women with its samba-enredo dedicated to the Geledés Institute and will debut in the special group parades of São Paulo.

Feb 6 • 15:34 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Photo: Mural Destroyed in Zagreb. Authors: We Are Sad. Death to Fascism, Freedom to the People

A mural in Zagreb, created to celebrate women's football, has been defaced with black paint, prompting reactions from the artistic community.

Feb 4 • 06:03 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
World

Isobel Hadley-Kamptz: The fact that the world's most beautiful woman is black gives right-wing men a political infarction

The article discusses the reaction of right-wing men to the representation of beauty as being associated with Black women, which they perceive as a historical distortion.

Feb 4 • 05:07 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Crime & Justice

The Black January of '26

January 2026 witnessed multiple tragedies, including the deaths of five women working tirelessly at home and in a factory that exploded due to insufficient safety measures and state oversight.

Feb 3 • 16:13 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Britain’s first female black jump jockey makes history with first winner on fourth ride

Aamilah Aswat, Britain's first female black jump jockey, made history by securing her first victory on her fourth ride aboard Guchen, trained by Kim Bailey and Mat Nicholls.

Feb 2 • 16:53 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

Stephen A. Smith fires back at Joy Reid, Jasmine Crockett accusations, says they should be 'ashamed'

Stephen A. Smith responded to accusations from Rep. Jasmine Crockett and Joy Reid, stating they should be ashamed for claiming he attacks Black women and speaks negatively about Black people for profit.

Jan 13 • 15:50 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Traitors race row as I'm A Celeb's Scarlette Douglas says black women 'can't win'

Scarlette Douglas spoke out about ongoing issues of race on 'The Traitors' after two black women were voted off first, sparking discussions on representation in reality TV.

Jan 7 • 14:40 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
Life & Tech

Could be a revolution for women in menopause

The U.S. FDA's decision to remove the 'Black Box' warning from hormone treatments for menopausal women may have wider implications beyond the country's borders.

Jan 4 • 16:16 UTC

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