Perma-tanned Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi is right in the eye of the press freedom storm. Media have been grinding him to a pulp lately. He even says that he feels sorry for his country because media report “the opposite of reality.” Hence, Berlusconi has brought more than one local newspaper to court. His lawyers [...]

Here is something to cheer you girls up especially those who are conscious about cellulite. This time it’s the “Scala knickers” that will help you obtain an envious figure! Apparently, the fabric of these knickers contains crystals, which warm up when they come in contact with the skin. It then releases heat that helps improve [...]

The odds, however, have not really been in favor of sexually-oriented advertising. The stereotypical dumb blonde, the double entendre, themes of bondage, nudity, simulation of the sexual act, and sex jokes make viewers notice the ad and not the product (Taflinger, n.d.). The viewers’ attention is directed towards the sexual information in the ad rather [...]

Discrimination based on gender, especially discrimination against women has led to attitudes, conditions, or behaviors that promote stereotyping. More often, this stereotype is comparatively considered ‘less,’ ’weak,’ and ‘inferior.’ At times, the attitude towards the disadvantaged sex is contempt, disregard, or hatred.  Sexism occurs when men are viewed to be superior to women. When men [...]

On the Pope’s visit to Angola, he called for an end to wars, tribalism, corruption, and the eradication of greed. Those words describe the decades-long strife and misery in the continent. He also paid tribute to women and cultural values, aspects of the continent’s strength. In a statement over Vatican Radio, Benedict said that war [...]

One look at this robo and you’d be like ‘isn’t she pretty’! Named HRP-4C, this humanoid is generating rave reviews for her preparation to walk the ramp for a fashion show in Japan. Looking like a 16 year old this one has some 30 motors inside her body that let her walk and move her [...]

According to a new US research study pregnant women suffering from migraines face a added risk of stroke. The British Medical Journal study also stressed that the overall risk is however low. The study also suggests that people with migraine face greater risk of heart disease, blood clots and high blood pressure.
Another interesting aspect of [...]

This is indeed shocking. But yes, Female Genital Mutilations (FGM) is still a brutal traditional practice in Sierra Leone and other parts of Africa. Girls as young as 10-12 are forced to undergo painful ‘circumcision’ rituals, which leaves them in pain for rest of their lives. No one is allowed to protest. Last month a [...]

According to a recent Million Women Study conducted by researchers of University of Oxford daily intake of even a small amount of alcohol can increase risks of cancer among women.
The study was conducted over a million women, making it a largest study ever. Apart from smoking and diet related factors such as obesity even regular [...]

Young women were dragged and attacked for enjoying a drink at local pub in Mangalore that too in full media glare! The story didn’t end there. A young girl who was humiliated for being with a Muslim friend finally committed suicide. These are some of the reported stories whereas there are endless stories which have [...]