Published 2 years ago

Grenoble allows women to wear burkinis in pools despite opposition

Summary by Ground News

The burkini is an all-in-one swimsuit mainly worn by Muslim women. It has consistently raised controversy among many right wingers and some feminists who argue it is a symbol of Islam's unequal treatment of women. Grenoble is the second city in France to allow burkinis in state-run swimming pools.

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The Guardian

Grenoble approves wearing of burkini in public swimming pools

City measure for swimmers ‘to be able to dress how they want’ also means men can wear long shorts and women can bathe topless

2 years ago·London, United Kingdom

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The Independent

French city of Grenoble allows wearing of ‘burkini’ in state-run swimming pools

Burkinis are swimming suits that covers whole body, except for face, hands and feet

2 years ago·London, United Kingdom

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Hindustan Times

On 'burkini' row, it is French government vs city of Grenoble

The all-in-one swimsuit, used by some Muslim women to cover their bodies and hair while bathing, is a controversial issue in France where critics see it as a symbol of creeping Islamisation.

2 years ago·New Delhi, India

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News24

French city rekindles burkini row with pool rule change

The Alpine city of Grenoble is set to reignite one of France's recurring summer debates on Monday when it votes to authorise the "burkini" in state-run swimming pools.

2 years ago·South Africa

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IBTimes

French City Rekindles Burkini Row With Pool Rule Change

The Alpine city of Grenoble is set to reignite one of France's recurring summer debates on Monday when it votes to authorise the "burkini" in state-run swimming pools. The all-in-one swimsuit, used by some Muslim women to cover their bodies and hair while bathing, has become almost as topical as ice cream and sun hats during the holiday season in recent years. Seen as a symbol of creeping Islamism by its critics and an affront to France's secula…

2 years ago·United States

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Arab News

French city rekindles burkini row with pool rule change

GRENOBLE, France: The Alpine city of Grenoble is set to reignite one of France’s recurring summer debates on Monday when it votes to authorize the “burkini” in state-run swimming pools. The all-in-one swimsuit, used by some Muslim women to cover their bodies and hair while bathing, has become almost as topical as ice cream and sun hats during the holiday season in recent years. Seen as a symbol of creeping Islamism by its critics and an affront …

2 years ago·Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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