Unveiling the Pulitzer Prize Winners and Abortion-Related News
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In the latest buzz across the US, the esteemed Pulitzer Prize, a beacon of excellence in journalism, has been bestowed upon the deserving non-profit organization, ProPublica. The accolade was earned for their investigative reports on the chilling consequences of restricted artificial abortion in several American states. These reports, authored by Kavita Surana, Lizzie Presser, Cassandra Haramilio, and Stephanie Krizanic, exposed the grim reality of pregnant women who experienced delays in vital medical care due to the apprehension of flouting unclear restrictions on maternal life, particularly in states governed by stringent abortion laws.
Bonuses for Negating Abortions - The Russian Twist
In an unusual move, the Health Ministry of the Murmansk Region has introduced a debate-worthy project proposing rewards for medical professionals who manage to dissuade their patients from undergoing abortions. The project encompasses two kinds of incentives. The initial plan consists of remunerating specialists who have undergone extensive training in psychological counseling, provided they successfully influence a woman in her first trimester to forego an abortion and instead register for pregnancy. The reward for these counselors stands at 5,000 rubles.
The second reward, of 25,000 rubles, is intended for gynecologists, midwives, and midwives who have also undergone advanced training in psychological counseling. To qualify for this prize, the healthcare provider must monitor the patient's pregnancy from conception until the delivery of a live child.
A Peek into Perseverance - Katy Perry's reply to Criticism and Alisa Gorshenina's Trial
In a fiery post, pop sensation Katy Perry has spoken out about the backlash she faced in the wake of her tour, new tracks, and her spaceflight aboard the Blue Origin vessel. Critics assailed Perry and some fellow crew members for supposedly misusing feminism and excessive resource utilization. Perry, in response, referred to herself as a "human piñata," viewing the internet as a dumping ground for the unbalanced and unhealed opinions of the public. Addressing her followers, she asserted that their support enables her to remain truthful and resilient.
In related news, Ural artist Alisa Gorshenina revealed that she was fined 100,000 and 45,000 rubles under administrative protocols for promoting LGBT propaganda (deemed extremist and banned in Russia) and discrediting the army. The trials took place on May 5, a day after Gorshenina's release from a temporary detention center following a ten-day arrest.
Caesarean Section Ban in Turkey and Childcare Responsibilities in Russia
Denouncing controversies revolving around the method of childbirth, Turkey has issued a ban on scheduled caesarean sections in private medical facilities, unless there are genuine medical reasons. This decision followed a public outcry about the way women should deliver their babies, triggered by football players of the "Sivaspor" team who paraded onto the field with a banner proclaiming "Natural birth is normal."
The move sparked criticism from various quarters, with Deputy Chair of the Republican People's Party, Gökçe Gökçen, expressing her discontent. However, the Turkish President, Recep Erdoğan, has responded to the criticism.
Meanwhile, a study conducted by Rosstat found that women in Russia devote three times more time to childcare and household work compared to men. On average, women allocate 30 minutes daily to their children, while men spend just 11 minutes. Interestingly, unemployed men spend less time on their children than employed men, spending only three minutes a day. Women in Russia, on the other hand, devote an average of 235 minutes a day to household chores while men dedicate approximately 102 minutes.
Providing Guidance on Abortion Matters - Vologda Oblast's initiative
The Governor of Vologda Oblast, Georgy Filimonov, has announced the creation of a helpline for residents seeking advice on abortion-related issues, based at the Obstetrics and Gynecology Department of the Perinatal Center. The hotline has been established to assist women who believe they have been unlawfully denied medical services in the Vologda Oblast, with each case to be individually inspected.
On the other hand, human rights activists from "Crisis Group SK SOS" (considered a foreign agent) reported that over 3,000 appeals have been sent to the Russian Investigative Committee, demanding a thorough investigation into the case of missing Chechen woman Seda Suleimanova, who went missing after her family forced her into a marriage. Her whereabouts remain unknown, with the case being under the scrutiny of both the prosecutor's office and the Investigative Committee since 2024.
A woman in the Vologda Oblast can now seek guidance on abortion-related issues through a newly established helpline at the Obstetrics and Gynecology Department of the Perinatal Center. On the other hand, the Health-and-Wellness sector in Russia is under criticism for incentivizing medical professionals to dissuade women from undergoing abortions, as part of a project proposed by the Health Ministry in the Murmansk Region.
