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June 2008
- Nearing 50, Madonna Jabs 'Ageist' Society
  
  Daily Mail (UK) | Jun 11, 08 11:00 AM CDT
  
  (Newser) - Madonna says you can take your ageism and shove it, reports the Daily Mail . "Not only does society suffer from racism and sexism, it also suffers from ageism. Once you reach a certain age you're not allowed to be adventurous, you're not allowed to be sexual,” the less-than-bashful 49-year-old said. "Are you supposed to just die? I've never been a conformist." More »
May 2008
- Women's Institute for a Secure Retirement (WISER) to Honor Six American Heroes for Their Leadership
  
  US Newswire (via HighBeam) | May 16, 08
  
  The Women's Institute for a Secure Retirement (WISER), an organization founded in 1996 by the Heinz Family Philanthropies, under the Chairmanship of Teresa Heinz, will host their annual Hero Awards on Monday evening May 12. The HERO Awards honor leaders from the worlds of government, business, media and social services who have made a difference in improving the economic security of older women in America. The Awards will be given at a reception honoring the WISER HEROES from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Capitol View Conference Center at 101 Constitution Avenue NW.The following is the list of recipients:...
- Henin Retires at No. 1
  
  Associated Press | May 14, 08 11:08 AM CDT
  
  (Newser) - Justine Henin, the top player on the women's tennis tour, abruptly announced her retirement today. "This is a definitive decision," said the 25-year-old Belgian, who won seven Grand Slam titles—including the past three French Opens—despite battling injuries in recent years. She's the first woman ever to retire while atop the rankings, the AP reports. More »
- Sorenstam to Retire After 2008 Season
  
  Golf.com | May 14, 08 9:43 AM CDT
  
  (Newser) - Annika Sorenstam has announced her retirement from professional golf, effective at the end of the 2008 season, Golf.com reports. The eight-time LPGA player of the year has "other priorities," including starting a family and working to build "the Annika brand of businesses, including my academy, my foundation, and my golf course design projects." More »
April 2008
- Is Beyoncé Ready to Retire?
  
  New York Daily News | Apr 15, 08 8:47 AM CDT
  
  (Newser) - Now that Beyoncé has finally tied the knot with Jay-Z, does that mean she's all set for retirement? That's what cousin Angelica Knowles tells the New York Daily News . Though Beyoncé will finish work on a new album, after that she plans to give her vocal chords a break and seek out new talent for her hubby's new label, the Carter Music Group, says cuz. More »
March 2008
- Nepali Goddess Retires at 11
  
  Associated Press | Mar 3, 08 12:35 PM CST
  
  (Newser) - Sajani Shakya, one of Nepal's living goddesses, is officially retiring at age 11, the AP reports. Religious leaders briefly stripped the Kumari of her divine status last year after she defied custom and traveled abroad, but her premature retirement isn't related to the controversy, officials say. She has "come of age," an official put it delicately. Kumaris are worshiped only until puberty. More »

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Is Beyoncé Ready to Retire?

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