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Transgender Athletes Barred From Women’s Olympic Events

The International Olympic Committee announced a ban on transgender athletes competing in women’s events. The rule, which will go into effect during the 2028 Olympics, will require athletes to undergo genetic testing.

The scientific evidence is very clear. Male chromosomes give performance advantages in sports that rely on strength, power or endurance. At the Olympic Games, even the smallest margins can be the difference between victory and defeat. So it’s absolutely clear that it would not be fair for biological males to compete in the female category. In addition, in some sports, it would simply not be safe. Every athlete must be treated with dignity and respect, and athletes will only need to be screened once in their lifetime. The I.O.C. recognizes the importance of widespread participation in grassroots and recreational sports programs, and the impact that sport has in society. However, the Olympic Games has a focus on elite sport, and in elite sport we must ensure the fairness, safety and integrity of all competitions within the Games.

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The International Olympic Committee announced a ban on transgender athletes competing in women’s events. The rule, which will go into effect during the 2028 Olympics, will require athletes to undergo genetic testing.

By Monika Cvorak and Daniel Fetherston

March 26, 2026

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Shrey Parikh Wins Scripps National Spelling Bee After Tense Spell-Off

Shrey Parikh, a 14-year-old from California, claimed the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee title on Thursday in a dramatic spell-off that tested his speed and precision.

Spelling fast is what I do every day, so, you know, a spell-off just kind of came naturally, and it was just, like, another day of spelling for me.

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Shrey Parikh, a 14-year-old from California, claimed the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee title on Thursday in a dramatic spell-off that tested his speed and precision.

By Julie Yoon

May 29, 2026

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A train struck a van carrying schoolchildren in Belgium, killing two children and two adults, officials said. Five more children were taken to the hospital in critical condition.

By Christina Kelso and Axel Boada

May 26, 2026

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Veggie burgers are no longer bland, gray mystery discs! We tested 25 of them and found 10 that were thoroughly enjoyable. See all our favorites — including a potato patty that tastes like a samosa and imitation meat that could fool lifelong carnivores at the link below.

May 26, 2026

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