Sexism

Construction industry event called out for dressing models in revealing hi-viz uniforms: ‘Literally walked into a crotch’

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Construction industry event called out for dressing models in revealing hi-viz uniforms: ‘Literally walked into a crotch’

Hi-viz never looked so hot. A website intended to build community among construction workers is getting a taste of the wrecking ball after dressing female models in skimpy, construction-inspired attire to spice up an annual industry event lambasted by DEI activists as “sexist.” Walking on stilts and sporting ultra-revealing versions of the trade standard high-visibility … Read more

Why women should steer clear of men who think they’re super hot — or super not: study

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Why women should steer clear of men who think they’re super hot — or super not: study

Average Joe ain’t lookin’ so bad now. A new study of young men in the UK revealed that those who see themselves as either most or least handsome are more misogynistic than men who thought their features were garden variety. Misogyny refers to the systemic devaluation and individual hatred of women by men throughout history, … Read more

Real estate agent campaigns to ban ‘Dear sirs’ from the workplace: ‘Language matters’

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Real estate agent campaigns to ban ‘Dear sirs’ from the workplace: ‘Language matters’

A woman is attempting to ban the term “Dear sirs” from the workplace — dubbing it “archaic” and “sexist.”  Ellie Rees, 48, has set up a petition to change the default term from “Dear sirs” to “Dear colleagues” or “Dear all” in legal correspondence — so it’s more inclusive of women.  Ellie is lobbing the … Read more

Chivalrous men cheat as much as misogynists — and more women need to know that: study

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Chivalrous men cheat as much as misogynists — and more women need to know that: study

Chivalry isn’t dead — but perhaps it ought to be. While mean male misogynists are rightfully villainized for their overt prejudice toward women, Prince Charming isn’t living up to his chivalrous reputation either as new findings reveal he’s just as likely to be cheating on Princess Charming — and she probably has no clue. “Benevolent” … Read more

I’m a female FIFO worker — here’s the grim reality of my job

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I’m a female FIFO worker — here’s the grim reality of my job

A female FIFO worker has exposed a grim reality about working on remote mining sites after receiving a “creepy” note from a male colleague. Isabella, 24, had just woken up in her room ahead of her night shift starting when she discovered a piece of paper stuffed into the crack of her door. After reading … Read more

TikTokker complains she’s ‘very single’ because she’s pretty and smart — and men are ‘terrified’ of that

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TikTokker complains she’s ‘very single’ because she’s pretty and smart — and men are ‘terrified’ of that

She’s so seductive it’s scary. A TikTokker has gone viral with a post complaining that she’s “very single” because men are “terrified” that she’s so pretty and smart. Ashley, who goes by @ashbabank on the video-sharing platform, said that people are often surprised to learn that she doesn’t have a boyfriend, has zero men romantically … Read more

‘Young Woman and the Sea’ Review: Fighting Sexism and Rough Waters

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‘Young Woman and the Sea’ Review: Fighting Sexism and Rough Waters

In a brassy set piece from the 1952 classic “Singin’ in the Rain,” its star, Gene Kelly, impersonates a newbie hoofer seeking fame on the Great White Way. “Gotta dance!” he exclaims to anyone he meets. In “Young Woman and the Sea,” Trudy Ederle is fond of singing the 1921 hit “Ain’t We Got Fun.” … Read more

Katie Couric says ‘Today’ co-anchor Bryant Gumbel gave her ‘endless s – – t’ for going on maternity leave

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Katie Couric says ‘Today’ co-anchor Bryant Gumbel gave her ‘endless s – – t’ for going on maternity leave

Katie Couric accused Bryant Gumbel of having an “incredibly sexist attitude” about her maternity leave when they worked together on the “Today” show. Couric appeared Sunday on Bill Maher’s “Club Random” podcast where the host brought up Gumbel, whom he called a “friend” and a “guy’s guy.”  “He’s a guy’s guy, you got that right,” Couric, … Read more

Netflix subscribers ‘sickened’ by X-rated ‘Supersex’ series: ‘Are we just making porn mainstream now?’

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Netflix subscribers ‘sickened’ by X-rated ‘Supersex’ series: ‘Are we just making porn mainstream now?’

Netflix? More like Netfli-XXX. The streamer’s new miniseries “Supersex” has been slammed on social media for being extra explicit, with prudish pundits promising to cancelling their subscriptions. The steamy show is loosely based on the life of Rocco Siffredi, a famous porn star known as the “Italian Stallion.” But subscribers were less than impressed when … Read more

Christina Aguilera slams sexism and double standards: ‘I’ve been shamed for being open’

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Christina Aguilera slams sexism and double standards: ‘I’ve been shamed for being open’

Christina Aguilera can’t be held down when it comes to talking about sexism. The “Dirrty” singer, 43, got candid about female sexuality and how her career has been built on it for ADWEEK’s February 2024 issue. The cover was unveiled by People on Tuesday, with Aguilera noting that her wellness brand Playground has been instrumental in helping … Read more

Glamour, Travel, Sexism: When Flight Attendants Fought Back

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Glamour, Travel, Sexism: When Flight Attendants Fought Back

In 1958, when Mary Pat Laffey Inman became a stewardess — as they were then called — for Northwest Airlines, she was 20 years old and the clock was already ticking. At 32, she would be forced to retire. That is, if she didn’t marry, get pregnant or even gain too much weight before that: … Read more

Gen Z men go traditional, cover women’s costs on date night: ‘Equality didn’t mean we should pay the same’

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Gen Z men go traditional, cover women’s costs on date night: ‘Equality didn’t mean we should pay the same’

Tradition is on the menu during Gen Z date night. Despite being seen as politically progressive when it comes to gender equality, young American men are still expected to pick up the tab for the women they’re wooing — and they’re more than happy to do so. A survey of 552 heterosexual college students cited … Read more

TikTokker ‘slut-shamed’ after sleeping with 22 guys on 10-day vacation to get over her ex

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TikTokker ‘slut-shamed’ after sleeping with 22 guys on 10-day vacation to get over her ex

An Australian woman who bedded 22 men during a recent 10-day holiday has shared her horror after being horrifically “slut-shamed” online. Taila Maddison is a sex worker from Newcastle who has amassed a following detailing her life as an adult content creator. After experiencing a recent break-up, Ms. Maddison jetted off to Europe, later revealing … Read more

‘Love Actually’ sex scenes a great way to teach your kids about consent, expert claims

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‘Love Actually’ sex scenes a great way to teach your kids about consent, expert claims

So, it’s been awhile since you last saw the 2003 Christmas classic, “Love Actually” — fine for kids, right? Then, that first, hilarious scene featuring two body doubles going through the motions — and rather graphically at that — flashes onscreen. Don’t change the channel, urges sexpert Debbie Bere — watching a younger Martin Freeman and co-star … Read more

The sex act women are still being judged for by their partners

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The sex act women are still being judged for by their partners

Women are still being judged based on how many sexual partners they’ve had in 2023. There’s a TikTok with more than 30,000 likes in which Jake Maddock, a relationship expert, advises an anonymous man to break up with his partner after she revealed how many men she’d slept with. It is essential to point out … Read more

Sexist comments flood Tik Tok after young Aussie asks what kind of power tool she was holding

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Sexist comments flood Tik Tok after young Aussie asks what kind of power tool she was holding

Aussie Gen Zer Lexie is going viral because she was unable to identify what kind of power tool she was holding, and the comment section has turned into a sexist wasteland. In a TikTok that has now amassed more than three million views, Melbourne local Lexie explains that she’s confused because she thought the object … Read more

NASA’s sexism couldn’t keep the first women astronauts from taking off

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NASA’s sexism couldn’t keep the first women astronauts from taking off

On June 16, 1963, Russia edged ahead in the Space Race with the United States when 26-year-old Valentina Tereshkova became the first woman to go into space. Soon after, the US press launched a counteroffensive, publicly denigrating Tereshkova, as Loren Grush explains in “The Six: The Untold Story of America’s First Women Astronauts” (Scribner). “Articles … Read more

CIA women tricked sexist male colleagues to get ahead: ‘I had the goods on him’

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CIA women tricked sexist male colleagues to get ahead: ‘I had the goods on him’

Eloise Page had a master’s degree in political science from George Washington University, but when she started her career at the CIA’s predecessor, the Office of Strategic Services (OSS), in 1942, it was as a secretary. Page worked for OSS head ‘Wild Bill’ Donovan, and in her secretarial role she came to learn everything about … Read more

If you get this text message it means your boyfriend hates you

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If you get this text message it means your boyfriend hates you

“That phase where you slowly start hating your girlfriend is crazy.” A single tweet has kicked off a thread with over a million views, thousands of comments and a concerning amount of retweets. The tweet has unmasked the simmering hatred for women some men hold and the internet culture that helps drive it. At first … Read more

 Am I a porn addict? Psychologists reveal tell-tale signs to watch out for

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 Am I a porn addict? Psychologists reveal tell-tale signs to watch out for

It’s no secret that many of us enjoy X-rated entertainment, with some studies estimating up to 99% of men and 86% of women have consumed porn. And while many might while away the hours watching raunchy scenes, some experts say it doesn’t necessarily mean they’re addicted. The American Psychological Association (APA) has cited a UK … Read more