# News Catch-Up: Femicide, Internet Addiction and Trans Women Banned from the Olympics

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Podcast: [Catch Up with Louise McSharry](https://stenobird.com/podcast/catch-up-with-louise-mcsharry-5207220)
Published: 2026-03-30T10:25:33+00:00
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Duration seconds: 2739

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This week's news episode covers the latest from the Middle East, the Olympic Committee's decision to ban trans women from competing and a positive move for those who experience miscarriages in the north of Ireland. To support the podcast and access bonus episodes, join the community on Patreon here . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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