‘Love Island’ Snapped Up In Greece
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Iranti’s Crystal Hendricks has called on President Ramaphosa and Parliament to protect South African children from intersex genital mutilation
Greece has become the 5th country in the world to ban intersex genital mutilation, a move that activists say South Africa should urgently emulate.
On Tuesday, the Greek Parliament voted in favour of the “Medically Assisted Reproduction Reforms Act”. The legislation bans medical interventions (including hormonal treatments and surgeries) that aim to partially or totally change the sex characteristics of intersex children, unless urgently needed for health reasons.
The practice, known as Intersex Genital Mutilation (IGM), is used by doctors to make the sex characteristics of intersex children, including babies, fit the binary of male or female anatomy.
Under the new law, medical interventions, including corrective surgeries or hormonal therapies, to change facial or body characteristics of intersex people over the age of 15 years will only be permitted if they give informed consent.
Greece joins Malta, Portugal, Germany and Iceland which have also banned IGM. In South Africa, intersex infants and children are still commonly subjected to IGM as a “sex normalising” practice.
LGBTIQ groups Iranti and Intersex South Africa (ISSA) welcomed Greece’s landmark decision and called on local lawmakers to follow its example and begin drafting legislation aimed at ending IGM in the country.
“In South Africa, we have a really great constitution that protects people’s human rights. However, this is not enough to stop the medical torture that intersex infants are facing on a daily basis,” says Crystal Hendricks, Intersex Rights Officer at Iranti.
“I really encourage the South African government,
‘Love Island’ Snapped Up In Greece
Amanda Holden showed off her incredible figure as she soaked up the sun whilst on holiday in Greece.
Tristan Thompson is back in California after his trip to Greece. The athlete reunited with his daughter True Thompson for a daddy and me time.
Amanda Holden has shown off her stunning figure while relaxing on holiday in Greece.The TV presenter, 51, has been enjoying a trip away to the Mediterranean with her daughters, Lexie, 16, and Hollie, 10, as well as husband Chris Hughes.The Britain's Got Talent judge has been enjoying soaking up the Greek sun in recent days. In a snap posted to her Instagram grid, she showed off her impeccable sun-kissed figure in a bold blue bikini set from Naia Beach's sustainable swimwear collection. Amanda sported a matching, similar styled cover up hanging off her shoulders.
Binky Felstead has shared a cheeky photo of her and her husband after the pair tied the knot for the 'second time' in Greece.
Tristan Thompson got the royal treatment after returning from his trip to Greece when he reunited with his daughter, True.The NBA player took to his Instagram Story on Monday and posted a selfie with his 4-year-old daughter. He flashed a bright smile while wearing a $1,400 Louis Vuitton navy blue monogram print denim jacket.
Lara Spencer is living it up during her family vacation throughout the Greek islands, and being a total daredevil too!MORE: Lara Spencer looks glamorous in cut-out dress as she bumps into GMA co-star on vacationThe star has been detailing her luxurious getaway on Instagram with plenty of swimsuit photos and snapshots of the stunning views, and her latest Instagram Story reveals her adventurous side.Proving how she seems to have no fear when it comes to heights, Lara re-posted quite the daring video of her jumping off a cliff.WATCH: Lara encounters animals on Martha Stewart's farm where she is hosting her Great American tag saleMORE: Lara Spencer soaks up the sun in stylish white shorts during fun day outThe impressive footage was originally posted by the morning show host's daughter, Kate Haffenreffer, and it sees her boldly jumping off of a platform into the bright blue ocean as others cheer her on.She was apparently unfazed by the big jump, and captioned the Instagram Story with: "That was fun."The mom-of-two is undoubtedly having a blast in Greece, and even revealed that a fellow colleague had tagged along.
royal family member, finding that perfect retreat means heading to a special place where even wives are banned. And for the man who is first in line to the throne - solace comes in the form of the hidden hills of Mount Athos in Greece where women and children are banned. Prince Charles is said to have made his first visit to the “holy mountain” days after the tragic death of Princess Diana.
Amy Robach and her daughter have finally reunited, after spending some time apart while the news anchor was at home working and Ava, her 20-year-old with ex-husband Tim McIntosh, traveled through Europe.MORE: Amy Robach surprises with results of athleticism in stunning mini-skirtThe star revealed she was able to get away right before summer comes to an end, and kicked off her family vacation, and sweet reunion, in none other than the Greek Islands.What's more, her daughter isn't the only person from back home that Amy has encountered during her travels, and took to Instagram to share the surprising co-star who is also spending time in Greece.WATCH: Amy 'throws shade' at co-star T.J. Holmes live on airMORE: Amy Robach inspires fans as she opens up about recent health strugglesThe luxe getaway is a big one for the host, and not only has most of her immediate and extended family tagged along, including her rarely seen parents, but her husband Andrew Shue's three kids from a previous marriage, Wyatt, Nathaniel and Aidan, also joined in on the fun.Amy and Andrew married in 2010 after they both divorced in 2009 from their previous partners, and the two have spoken openly about leading a blended family, even writing a children's book about it.Their efforts at integrating their families seamlessly seem to have been successful, and Ava took to her Instagram stories to share a sweet selfie of her alongside her sister Annalise and their three step-brothers.
Shaina Hurley celebrated her marriage to Christos Lardakis with a ceremony in Greece after legally tying the knot in Chicago earlier this month.The reality star exchanged vows with Lardakis for a second time at the Island Art & Taste gallery in Vouliagmeni, Greece.«It was beautiful and they were surrounded by all the people who love them most,» a source told on Friday.TMZ first reported the couple's stateside wedding earlier this month. According to the website, the couple became wife and husband at a courthouse with only Lardakis' daughter and a friend in attendance.
Stacey Solomon has been busy getting prepared for her upcoming wedding to Joe Swash, with the pair set to tie the knot at their stunning family home in Essex this weekend.The Loose Women star, 32, and former EastEnders star Joe, 40, will marry in the sprawling garden at Pickle Cottage over the weekend surrounded by their loved ones. Stacey, who recently showed off her dramatic hair transformation, has been documenting her wedding preparations on Instagram over recent days as she adds the finishing touches to the decorations. She revealed that she still has so much to doo ahead of her and Joe's big day on her Instagram Stories, including making a "memory table".
Tristan Thompson is still out doing what he does best…
Louise Thompson will be missing her best friend Binky Felstead 's wedding in Greece this week amid her health battle. The 32 year old shared the sad update on Wednesday as she spoke about how she’s been coping back home following her recent stint in hospital. Louise has been battling mental health issues, which include PTSD, since the traumatic birth of her son Leo shared with fiancé Ryan Libbey last November, and has been open about her psychological struggles on social media ever since.
Love Island star Tommy Fury took to Greece to enjoy a few days in luxury in Rhodes.The reality star, 23, posted on his Instagram as he visited Lindos Castles in Rhodes while enjoying the incredible views across the site. Later in the day he soaked up his evening by the pool at his hotel that came complete with sun loungers and palm trees. The trip was a solo one for boxer Tommy as girlfriend Molly Mae, 23, enjoyed some quality time with pal Maura Higgins at home.
With the summer holidays upon us many Brits will be looking to jet off in the coming weeks. Airlines have already seen a huge surge in demand for flights this year as people make the most of Covid restrictions being eased.