Author: Leslie Scotland-Stewart
In a landscape where women’s health issues remain largely underfunded and overlooked, Anastasia Budinskaya, a Bio Associate at venture fund NFX, asserts the pressing need for effective alternatives in medical treatments. She emphasizes, “I want to see drugs that make sense,” urging for solutions beyond surgical options like hysterectomies for conditions such as endometriosis. Budinskaya calls for innovative medications that avoid drastic interventions. Despite making up over half the global population, women’s health has suffered from historical neglect. This has led to a scarcity of options, leaving women to deal with uncomfortable side effects from contraceptives or resorting to surgeries…
Share The 2025 NCAA Cross Country Championships are fast approaching and are set to occur on Saturday, November 22, 2025. This prestigious event will showcase talent across all three NCAA divisions—Division I, Division II, and Division III. Here’s a comprehensive overview of what to expect, including schedules, locations, and selection criteria. Event Schedule The championships will take place on: Date: November 22, 2025 Championship Locations Each NCAA division will host its respective championships at the following venues: Division I: Gans Creek Cross Country Course in Columbia, Missouri, hosted by the University of Missouri. Division II: Wayne E. Dannehl National Cross…
Skyhawks Dominate in Season Opener Against Fisk MARTIN, Tenn. – The University of Tennessee at Martin women’s basketball team commenced their season with a commanding victory over Fisk University, securing a decisive 79-39 win at the Kathleen and Tom Elam Center on Sunday. The Skyhawks set the tone early, outscoring the Bulldogs 34-2 in the first quarter, establishing a lead they maintained throughout the match. Impressive Team Performance
The 2025 NCAA Division I Women’s Soccer Tournament kicked off on November 15, featuring 64 teams vying for the national title. The tournament’s participating teams were unveiled during a selection show held on November 10, accessible via NCAA.com. Championship Bracket Overview ➡️ Automatic Bids: A total of 30 conference champions earned automatic bids to participate in the tournament, while the remaining 34 teams were selected at-large by the Division I Women’s Soccer Committee. Notably, 16 teams have been granted seeds ranging from Nos. 1 to 4. 2025 Tournament Schedule Selection Show: 4 p.m. ET, November 10, on NCAA.com First Round:…
Next Game: at Clarion November 20, 2025 | 5:30 PM Nov. 20 (Thu) / 5:30 PM at Clarion COLUMBUS, OH – The Ohio Dominican women’s basketball team recently played against the No. 1 ranked Grand Valley State Lakers at Alumni Hall after a strong home opener against the Davenport Panthers. Unfortunately, the Panthers were unable to secure a victory this time, losing 67–49. In the matchup, Ohio Dominican struggled with a shooting percentage of 29.1%, making just 16 of 55 attempts. Their performance from beyond the three-point line was particularly challenging, landing at only 15% with three successful shots out…
LONDON, Nov. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Wirex, a leading figure in the realm of digital payments and Web3 solutions, has officially unveiled the Rising Women in Crypto Awards 2025. This awards initiative aims to recognize and celebrate the pivotal contributions of women in the blockchain and cryptocurrency sectors, highlighting those who are influencing change and redefining leadership. Now in its sixth year, the initiative continues to recognize the visionaries, innovators, and changemakers shaping the future of the digital economy (PRNewsfoto/Wirex). This initiative, now in its sixth installment, extends its reach by collaborating with BeInCrypto, a foreground leader in blockchain and…
Colby Mules Women’s Swimming and Diving Team Triumphs in Nail-Biting Meet Amherst, MA – November 15, 2025: For the second consecutive year, the Colby Mules Women’s Swimming and Diving team delivered an exhilarating performance that culminated in a thrilling victory over the #16 ranked Mammoths, securing a score of 152-146. This success maintained the Mules’ momentum from last season, during which they completed an undefeated run. Key Performances and Highlights The competition commenced with the 200 Medley Relay, where the Mules showcased their dominance. The relay team, comprising Tahlia Crowley, Kellen Mottl, Lexi Asch, and Eliza Marco, achieved a remarkable…
The 2024 WAI Harvard class. The application period for the “Women in Leadership: A Program for Emerging Leaders” is currently open. This professional development initiative is a collaborative effort between Women in Aviation International (WAI) and Harvard University’s Division of Continuing Education (DCE). In an exciting expansion, WAI plans to offer both on-campus and virtual experiences beginning in 2026, thereby enhancing access to this valuable program. Applications for the upcoming programs opened on November 15 and will conclude on January 15, 2026. The on-campus course is scheduled for May 13 to 15, 2026, at Harvard’s campus in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with…
Washington University Women’s Cross Country Clinches NCAA Midwest Regional Title In an impressive display of athleticism and teamwork, the No. 13 Washington University in St. Louis women’s cross country team triumphed at the 2025 NCAA Midwest Regional Championship held in Waverly, Iowa. This victory comes after their second-place finish behind No. 10 University of Chicago at the recent UAA Championships. Championship Summary The Bears secured the championship title by finishing with a total of 42 points, edging out the University of Chicago, who scored 48 points. Wartburg College followed in third place with 91 points, while Central College and Grinnell…
NEW YORK – The Columbia women’s basketball team faced its first loss of the season in their home opener against Richmond, falling 77-67 on Saturday night at Schiller Court in Levien Gymnasium. With this defeat, Columbia’s record now stands at 2-1. Game Summary The game began with a closely contested first quarter, where Columbia managed a narrow lead of 13-10. Richmond struggled initially, shooting only 3-for-19, but recovered impressively to finish the game shooting 22-for-35 (62.9%). The Spiders took control, leading by seven points at halftime and maintaining an 11-point advantage into the third quarter, ultimately carrying a double-digit lead…