Is It Rude to Ask Someone’s Age? Maybe, But It Shouldn’t Be Monday, May 4, 2026 age aging women culture journalism identity societalnorms media misogyny perception There’s an old saying that a lady never reveals her age—women are meant to be coy, mysterious, forever keeping others guessing. Though this notion feels outdated, the sentiment still lingers. As a reporter, I often face an … Read More
Is It Rude to Ask Someone Their Age? Maybe, But It Shouldn’t Be Monday, May 4, 2026 age aging women journalism culture misogyny identity time society stereotypes The old saying that a lady never reveals her age still lingers in our cultural memory. It suggests women should remain mysterious: Are they 22 or 40? The idea being a lady should always keep you guessing. While that notion … Read More
‘High levels of misogyny’ in responses to Somerset police budget survey Sunday, February 8, 2026 misogyny policing budget survey somerset counciltax publicresponse crimecommissioner consultation avon Avon and Somerset’s police and crime commissioner, Clare Moody, has condemned the “high levels of misogyny” evident in public feedback during the force’s recent annual budget consultation. The Avon and Somerset Constabulary’s … Read More
Report Uncovers Bullying, Misogyny, and Discrimination in Fire Control Room Wednesday, March 12, 2025 bullying misogyny discrimination afrs control room morale leadership workplace culture communication A damning report has revealed alarming instances of bullying, misogyny, and discrimination within the Avon Fire & Rescue Service (AFRS) control room. The report indicates that the department is on the brink of a mass … Read More