Divinity and gender: a God for both sexes
Article Abstract:
The author of the book 'A History of God,' a former Catholic nun, explains that the Christian God is neither male nor female, but a spirit that cannot be defined by gender. A history of Biblical translation is discussed, along with feminism, fundamentalism and other topics.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1996
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The gender unbenders
Article Abstract:
The International Olympic Committee is using unfair sex tests which screen out women athletes with unusual genetic makeups. Women without two x chromosomes are refused permission to compete. Athletic ability in men and women is often rooted in genetics.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1992
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The gender agenda
Article Abstract:
Researchers have a longstanding preference for using male laboratory animals, believing males to be typical of any species. A study of aspirin as a preventative treatment for strokes shows that effectiveness is higher for males than females.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1993
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