At the beginning of the year, we wrote about how back-scatter X-ray scanners are likely to reveal menstrual pads (although tampons and menstrual cups will not likely be visible on these images) and many other signs of marginalized bodies. As U.S. readers know, now that straight white dudes are subject to invasive searches, it’s a national panic. (See security expert Bruce Schneier’s post from yesterday for a thorough review/annotated list of links.) But apparently whether or not signs of menstruation will require the aggressive pat-down is left to the discretion of individual screeners.- LunaPads diva Madeleine speculates on the relationship between ditching disposables and better sex.
- Therese wonders if Kate Middleton will undergo an examination by the Royal Gynecologist, as her mother-in-law was 30 years ago.
- Zine fans can view or download the menstruation issue of CUNTastic here.
