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Gisèle Pelicot, a woman who was drugged and raped by multiple men in France, is returning to court for an appeal trial after 10 months, with one of the convicted men, Husamettin Dogan, appealing his sentence. Pelicot plans to attend the proceedings to see the case through, reaffirming her commitment to justice.
Peri Gilpin, who played Roz Doyle in the sitcom Frasier, reflects on her character's legacy and wishes that more of Roz's dating life had been explored on the show. Gilpin also discusses the enduring appeal of Roz as a feminist icon and her friendship with Frasier. She reveals that the short appearance in the Frasier reboot was intentional and discusses her vision for Roz's life between the original series and the reboot. Gilpin also mentions her conversations with Lisa Kudrow, who was originally cast as Roz before being replaced.
Barbie has been making headlines this week, with the release of a successful movie, a thought-provoking biopic, and dominating Mattel's earnings call. While some see her as a feminist icon and a strong role model, others view her as corporate propaganda and a symbol of existential angst. Regardless, Barbie continues to spark discussions about women in the workforce and inspire various forms of content.