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This Day in History: The Barbie Doll Makes Its Debut (Sat., March 9)

This Day in History:, The Barbie Doll Makes Its Debut. March 9, 1959. The 11-inch doll was introduced to the world at the American Toy Fair. Barbie was the brainchild of Mattel, Inc. cofounder, Ruth Handler. Handler based Barbie on the German comic strip character Lilli. She named the toy after her daughter Barbara, whose favorite toys were the inspiration for Barbie. Mattel created the first television commercial for children to advertise the doll. Since its creation, Barbie has been both an inspiration and a controversial figure. The doll has been praised as a role model for young girls, while also criticized for its perceived materialism

Barbie’s New Role Model Dolls Are Announced

Barbie’s New Role Model Dolls Are Announced. In honor of Women's History Month, International Women's Day and Barbie's 65th birthday, . In honor of Women's History Month, International Women's Day and Barbie's 65th birthday, . new dolls are being added to the brand's Role Models collection, CBS News reports. . The one-of-a-kind dolls, which are not for sale, are intended to introduce "girls to remarkable women's stories to show them you can be anything," Mattel said. These women were chosen to be added to the collection:. Viola Davis, The EGOT recipient was also one of 'Time' magazine's most influential people in 2017. Viola Davis, The EGOT recipient was also one of 'Time' magazine's most influential people in 2017. Shania Twain, The five-time Grammy winner is one of the top-selling country-pop artists of all time. Shania Twain, The five-time Grammy winner is one of the top-selling country-pop artists of all time. Helen Mirren, The seasoned actress, who also supports organizations for women and children, served as narrator for last year's box office hit, 'Barbie.'. Helen Mirren, The seasoned actress, who also supports organizations for women and children, served as narrator for last year's box office hit, 'Barbie.'. Kylie Minogue, The two-time Grammy winner has sold over 80 million records worldwide. Kylie Minogue, The two-time Grammy winner has sold over 80 million records worldwide. Other women from around the world who were added to the lineup include Lila Avilés, Maira Gomez, Nicole Fujita and Enissa Amani

These Are the Women’s NCAA Final Four Teams

These Are the Women’s , NCAA Final Four Teams. On April 1, Caitlin Clark and the Iowa Hawkeyes defeated Angel Reese and the LSU Tigers 94-87, NPR reports. . On April 1, Caitlin Clark and the Iowa Hawkeyes defeated Angel Reese and the LSU Tigers 94-87, NPR reports. . Also on April 1, the University of Connecticut beat the University of Southern California 80-73. Also on April 1, the University of Connecticut beat the University of Southern California 80-73. Both teams will join North Carolina State and South Carolina in the Final Four. Both teams will join North Carolina State and South Carolina in the Final Four. On April 5, Iowa will go up against UConn, and North Carolina State will face off against South Carolina. On April 5, Iowa will go up against UConn, and North Carolina State will face off against South Carolina. On April 5, Iowa will go up against UConn, and North Carolina State will face off against South Carolina. On April 5, Iowa will go up against UConn, and North Carolina State will face off against South Carolina. The back-to-back games will kick off at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN. Women's college basketball has garnered record TV ratings this year as popular players such as Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, . Women's college basketball has garnered record TV ratings this year as popular players such as Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, . JuJu Watkins and Paige Bueckers have become household names, NPR reports. . JuJu Watkins and Paige Bueckers have become household names, NPR reports. . The men's teams at UConn and NC State have also made it to the Final Four. The men's teams at UConn and NC State have also made it to the Final Four. The men's Final Four games will kick off on April 6 when Purdue battles NC State, and UConn goes up against Alabama. The men's Final Four games will kick off on April 6 when Purdue battles NC State, and UConn goes up against Alabama. The men's Final Four games will kick off on April 6 when Purdue battles NC State, and UConn goes up against Alabama. The men's Final Four games will kick off on April 6 when Purdue battles NC State, and UConn goes up against Alabama. The women's title game will take place on April 7 at 3 p.m. ET on ABC. The men's title game will happen on April 8

Alabama Governor Signs IVF Protection Bill

Alabama Governor Signs, IVF Protection Bill . On March 6, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey signed legislation aimed at protecting in vitro fertilization patients and providers from legal liability. CNN reports that some clinics are ready to lift a hold on certain IVF services as early as this week. . The Alabama bill comes after an unprecedented state Supreme Court ruling cast the future of IVF care into doubt. The Supreme Court case reportedly stemmed from the accidental destruction of frozen embryos at a fertility clinic. The state Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos are human beings, meaning that those who destroy them could be held liable for wrongful death. The latest bill signed into law by the governor aims to provide both civil and criminal immunity to providers and patients in the case of embryos being damaged or destroyed. However, the fertility clinics say that the new law doesn't address the core issue and fails to provide the legal protection necessary to resume care. The law does not nullify the Supreme Court’s analysis that says the law ought to treat embryos just like people, Katherine Kraschel, assistant professor at Northeastern University School of Law, via CNN. CNN reports that experts have warned that the latest bill could also insulate providers from standard medical malpractice claims. The governor stressed that the new law is meant to be a "short-term measure" and reassured that "there will be more work to come" on ensuring IVF protections.

Two men jailed for murder of footballer Cody Fisher

Two men have been jailed for life for the murder of footballer Cody Fisher, who was stabbed on Boxing Day, 2022. Remy Gordon, 23, and Kami Carpenter, 22, were both found guilty of his murder last month. Mr Fisher, 23, was the victim of a “sustained attack” inside a Birmingham nightclub, and died from a chest wound. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Watch: Classic car enthusiasts show off their retro rides at Birmingham convention

At the Classic Car and Restoration Show in Birmingham, enthusiasts come together to showcase their cherished vehicles and share their passion with others.

Rishi Sunak tears into Labour at a campaign launch event

Rishi Sunak has teared into Labour at a campaign launch at a Derbyshire bus depot this morning by raising the issue of cash-strapped local councils, saying Labour is "unable to balance the books when it is in local government". The prime minister then added “just look what’s happening here, Nottingham Council effectively bankrupt. After having a fire-sale of assets, they still can’t balance the books, in contrast to the extraordinarily well-run Conservative Nottinghamshire County Council". He also said that "whenever Labour runs something, they run it into the ground. In Birmingham, they have effectively bankrupted the largest local authority in Europe. They have saddled their constituents with a 21% council tax rise.” Report by Czubalam. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn