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UK poised to host Women's World Cup after FIFA confirms it as only 'valid' bid

The UK looks set to host the 2035 women's world cup after Fifa boss, Gianni Infantino, confirms it's the only valid bid they've received. Read more here.

Tackling violence against women means standing with trans people too

In this opinion piece, Ugla Stefanía Kristjönudóttir Jónsdóttir argues that the fight against gender-based violence must be intersectional. Read more here.

Blind Veterans UK confirms permanent closure of landmark Llandudno site

Around 90 jobs will be lost when the site closes its doors this week. Read more here.

'I've not heard of incel before': Teenager dissects Adolescence with his worried parents

Adolescence follows the story of 13-year-old protagonist Jamie, who is accused of murdering a female peer after being exposed to misogynistic online material and subjected to cyberbullying. Read more here.

Downing Street opens doors to Adolescence creators for vital discussion on protecting children

Meanwhile, the Prime Minister has met with Adolescence creators, charities and young people to discuss the issues raised in the series during a meeting focused on rethinking adolescent safety. Read more here.

Investigation launched after racist message ‘blasted out’ at asylum centre

An investigation has been launched after a racist message was reportedly “blasted out” on portable radios used by Home Office contractors at an asylum processing centre. Read more here.

Premier League's first black referee, Uriah Rennie, 'learning to walk again' after he was left paralysed

Uriah Rennie, 65, spent five months in hospital after a rare neurological condition left him paralysed from the waist down. Mr Rennie officiated more than 300 fixtures top-flight matches between 1997 and 2008, and also campaigns for inclusion in sport and tackling deprivation. Read more here.

Finally, someone gets it!’ The TV invention that could revolutionise viewing for disabled people

The advent of Ultra Access brings thousands of ways to watch TV, and meet every child’s unique needs. Read more here.

‘Woke’ criticism of Doctor Who proves show on right track, says its newest star

Varada Sethu joining series as Doctor’s latest companion, marking first time Tardis team is wholly people of colour. Read more here.

Girl claims victory in trouser pockets battle

An eight-year-old girl has claimed victory after supermarket chain Sainsbury's started including pockets on the school trousers she wears. Read more here.