Starting Sunday, sex workers in Belgium will be able to sign formal employment contracts and gain labor rights on par with other professions, following the country’s decision to decriminalize sex work in 2022. The new law grants sex workers the right to refuse clients, choose their practices, and receive benefits such as health insurance, paid leave, and pensions. Employers must now obtain state authorization, adhere to safety protocols, and provide necessary supplies, while independent sex work remains permitted but regulated.
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Chelsea sign England midfielder Walsh from Barcelona
Chelsea have signed England midfielder Keira Walsh from Barcelona on a four-and-a-half-year deal. The 27-year-old, who previously played for Manchester City, has joined Chelsea to bolster their midfield as they aim to win the Women's Champions League. Walsh's move was completed just before the Women's Super League transfer deadline, and she is excited to be back in England and close to family. Full Article
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