Valentina Petrillo, a 50-year-old Italian transgender athlete, will make history as the first trans competitor in the Paralympics, qualifying for T12 200m and 400m events in Paris.
Her participation has sparked debate, with Spanish lawyer Irene Aguiar calling it "unfair" after Petrillo outperformed Spanish athlete Melani Berges in qualifying.
While IPC president Andrew Parsons welcomes Petrillo, the decision has faced protests.
In this episode of Voices from Central Asia, we travel to Kazakhstan to meet David Degtyarev, a para-powerlifter who has become a two-time Paralympic champion.
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As news of Pope Francis’ death at the age of 88 spread around the world, the iconic bells of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris tolled 88 times in a powerful tribute to the late pontiff. Tourists and locals alike gathered in solemn reflection on Easter Monday, expressing shock, grief, and admiration for a pope remembered for his humility and humanity.
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Pope Francis will be remembered as one of the most transformative figures in modern Church history. From washing the feet of Muslim prisoners to declaring homosexuality "not a crime," he shattered centuries of convention. Francis stood with the marginalized, lived humbly, and redefined papal leadership. He demanded accountability for clergy abuse, apologized to Indigenous communities, and led global reforms. A voice of compassion in a rigid institution, Pope Francis broke walls—and built bridges. His legacy lives on in every act of inclusion, humility, and courage.
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From 'Sinners' and The Last of Us to David Hockney in Paris: This week's unmissable culture catch-up
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Despite facing controversy and claims of unfair advantage, Petrillo is set to compete in the T12 classification for visually impaired athletes in Paris.
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