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Gender news — August 29, 2026

Publications tagged with Gender published on August 29, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

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Culture Europe Healthcare Gender
Aug 29, 2026, 18:25 UTC
Dolly Parton's Life and Legacy Celebrated After Death
Dolly Parton, the beloved singer-songwriter, philanthropist, and entrepreneur, passed away on Tuesday. Tributes poured in from fellow musicians, celebrities, and former presidents celebrating her life and legacy. Parton will be remembered for her numerous achievements, including hit songs like 'Jolene' and 'I Will Always Love You', founding the Imagination Library, and donating $1 million to help develop Moderna's Covid-19 vaccine. Through her music, advocacy, and magnetic personality, Parton inspired women worldwide.
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Society Local Gov Asia Gender
Aug 29, 2026, 01:02 UTC
Viola Davis Rejects Target's Apology Over Controversial Halloween Costume
Actress Viola Davis has refused to accept an apology from Target over a children's Halloween costume that was criticized as racist. The Oscar-winning actress took to Instagram to express her disapproval of the costume, which she believes perpetuates harmful stereotypes against Black people. Target had previously apologized and removed the costume from its website, but Davis insists that the company has not demonstrated understanding of the issue's impact. The controversy has sparked discussions about diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the company.
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