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Jouana Samia of The Company Didn’t Have a Role Model – So She Became One

“Growing up, I never saw girls who looked like me. Later, I was fortunate to surround myself with the right people to get to where I am today. But I’m still that little girl from Sonnenallee who just loved to dance. I think the less I try to be a role model, the more I can inspire others in my own way. Step by step, I’m happy to see more Arab women in the spotlight, showing other Arab women, girls, and boys that they can say, “That’s going to be me.”

Sinah Griessler

From Girl in Red to Billie Eilish: How LGBTQ+ Artists Are Shaping Modern Music

The music industry is experiencing a powerful shift as Sapphic pop and rock dominate charts and festival lineups, bringing LGBTQ+ voices into the mainstream. With artists like girl in red, MUNA, and Billie Eilish leading the charge, songs that openly celebrate women-loving-women (WLW) experiences are resonating with wider audiences. This new era of queer visibility is finally giving fans the representation they've been searching for, proving there's a thriving market for music that speaks authentically to LGBTQ+ lives and stories.

Luisa Beinhold

Kristen Stewart’s Journey from Horny Vampire Teen to Queer Cultist

What happens when women take over the silver screen and engage in cold-blooded acts often reserved for men? Well, aside from upsetting hetero men, these narratives often delve into the eerie and the uncanny—the unexpected. Portraying what’s inconceivable, Kristen Stewart has embraced this shift, transitioning from a confused, vampire-obsessed teen to embodying queer occultism and erotism—and we’re here for it.

Alejandra Espinosa

2024 Paris Olympics: Are Women Reaching Equality?

Have sports competitions become the barometer of gender equality? We think so. In this Olympics’ edition, gender equality has been said to be at the centre of the event, intendedly reassured by the selection of artists participating in the opening ceremony last Friday. But does a 50:50 quota system mean gender inclusivity? Here we have a look at the progress of gender inclusivity, from the first appearance of female competitors at the 1900 Paris Olympics to this day.

Alejandra Espinosa

What my husband wants, my husband gets: About Nara Smith and Toxic Tradwifes

Traditional role models are trending among young women on TikTok, with the "tradwife" movement gaining popularity. This trend sees women embracing ultra-traditional gender roles, focusing on homemaking and rejecting feminist ideals of independence. Influencers like Estee Williams and Nara Smith showcase a life centered on cooking, cleaning, and caring for family, sparking debates about the glorification of 1950s housewife roles. While some view this as a personal choice, others raise concerns about its connections to conservative ideologies and the alt-right movement. The hashtag "tradwife" has amassed millions of views, reflecting a significant cultural shift on social media platforms.

Annika Duda