Cathy Freeman has pledged her support to the Yes vote in the upcoming Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum. The Sydney 2000 Olympic gold medalist in a video for the Yes23 campaign said the landmark referendum is a chance ‘to be part of a moment that brings people together’. She also urged Australians to ‘stand with … Read more
Despite hailing from one of the richest and most successful couples on the planet, Phoebe Gates has adamantly stated that she wants to ‘be her own person’ and ‘branch away’ from her parents – billionaire Microsoft founder Bill Gates and ex-wife philanthropist Melinda Gates – and she’s done just that. At age 21, the college … Read more
Luis Rubiales arrived at court in Madrid today to face sexual assault charges for forcibly kissing women’s World Cup player Jenni Hermoso. It comes five days after the 46-year-old resigned as Spain‘s football chief. Rubiales was summoned to Madrid’s Audiencia Nacional court for midday (11.00 GMT) today where he will give his testimony before Judge Francisco de Jorge … Read more
Luis Rubiales has been ordered not to go within 200 metres of Jenni Hermoso or contact her after he made his first court appearance for allegedly forcibly kissing her. Judge Francisco de Jorge imposed the restraining order to prevent Rubiales, 46, from approaching Hermoso after he appeared at Madrid’s Audencia Nacional court to deny allegations … Read more
Spain’s Jenni Hermoso pictured back in training for the first time with her Mexican club after filing legal complaint against shamed Spanish FA president Luis Rubiales over alleged sexual assault Jenni Hermoso pictured back in training with Liga MX Femenil club CF Pachuca Luis Rubiales was suspended by FIFA for his behaviour, but has refused … Read more
Law changes to strengthen women’s rights by rewriting the Equality Act on the basis of biological sex instead of gender identity might not take place until next summer By Martin Beckford Policy Editor Published: 00:58 BST, 8 September 2023 | Updated: 00:58 BST, 8 September 2023 Promised reforms to strengthen women’s rights may not be … Read more
Spanish prosecutors file sexual assault and coercion lawsuit against shamed FA president Luis Rubiales for Jenni Hermoso kiss after World Cup win Rubiales kissed Hermoso on the lips after Spain won the Women’s World Cup If found guilty of sexual assault, he could face up to four years behind bars Prosecutors said Rubiales could have … Read more
Spain women’s boss Jorge Vilda has been sacked as manager as part of changes to the country’s set up in the wake of Luis Rubiales’ ‘kiss-gate’ scandal. Vilda’s position has been controversial despite the coach leading Spain to a 1-0 win over England in the Women’s World Cup final last month. The Spanish FA were urged to … Read more
At the height of summer, when Spain‘s southern coast frazzles beneath a relentless sun, the cool interior of the Divina Pastora church offers a welcome respite from the heat and hubbub outside. It is here that the 72-year-old mother of Spanish football boss Luis Rubiales has been shut away on hunger strike this week, clutching … Read more
An overwhelmed Jenni Hermoso has retreated from public view and has gone into hiding and is only surrounded by her family and closest friends, according to reports in Spain. The World Cup star has been at the centre of a media storm from the moment Spanish FA president Luis Rubiales kissed her on the lips … Read more