Lina Marcela Medina de Jurado, born on September 23, 1933, gained worldwide attention as the youngest confirmed mother in history after giving birth to her son Gerardo on May 14, 1939, at the age of five years, seven months, and 21 days. Born in Ticrapo, Castrovirreyna Province, Peru, to Tiburelo Medina and Victoria Losea, Lina's pregnancy was initially mistaken for a tumor until doctors realized she was in her seventh month of pregnancy. The medical marvel of her case attracted widespread interest, with reports of an American film studio seeking filming rights. Lina's son, Gerardo, was delivered by caesarean section due to her small pelvis.Despite the speculation and skepticism surrounding her case, numerous doctors verified the authenticity of her pregnancy through biopsies, X-rays, and photographs. Lina's life after the birth of her son saw her working as a secretary in a Lima clinic and later marrying and having a second son in 1972. She chose to remain private, refusing interviews with the media, including Reuters in 2002. Lina's case remains a remarkable and controversial chapter in medical history, with her story continuing to intrigue and fascinate people around the world.

Lina Joy, born Azlina Jailani on July 28, 1964, in Malaysia, gained widespread attention for her conversion from Islam to Christianity. Her legal battle to have her religion listed as "Islam" on her identity card sparked a significant debate about apostasy in Malaysia. In 1998, she was baptized and sought legal recognition of her conversion. Despite the recognition of her change of name, her change of religion was not acknowledged due to the absence of a Mahkamah Syariah confirmation document. Joy's legal struggle culminated in a Federal Court ruling in 2007 that rejected her appeal, citing the requirement for compliance with existing laws and practices of the particular religion to renounce or embrace a religion. The ruling also highlighted the jurisdiction of the Shariah Court over converts from Islam to other religions, sparking public debate. Joy's case has brought attention to issues of religious freedom and apostasy in Malaysia, and she remains a significant figure in the ongoing discussions about these matters.

Lina Basquette, born Lena Copeland Baskette on April 19, 1907, was an American actress known for her 75-year career in entertainment, starting during the silent film era. Her talent as a dancer was recognized at a young age, and she signed her first film contract at just nine years old. Basquette gained prominence for her role as Judith in the 1929 film "The Godless Girl," based on the life of Queen Silver, a 20th-century child prodigy and feminist activist. Aside from her acting, she was noted for her marriages, including her union with Sam Warner, a co-founder of Warner Bros. film studio. Following a decline in her film career, Basquette returned to dancing and stage performances before retiring from the entertainment world. She then became a renowned breeder of Great Danes and authored several books on dog breeding. Later in her life, she moved to West Virginia, where she served as a judge for the American Kennel Club and wrote a column. Basquette's early years were marked by her dancing talent, which led to her involvement in the entertainment industry at a young age. Throughout her career, she made significant contributions to the film industry and the world of dog breeding.

Lina Nielsen, born on March 13, 1996, is a British national record-holding sprinter, hurdler, and yoga instructor. Growing up in Leytonstone, East London, she graduated from Queen Mary University of London with a degree in chemistry. Nielsen has made significant strides in her athletics career, winning the 400m hurdles at the 2021 European Athletics Team Championships and earning a bronze medal as part of the 4x400 meters relay team at the 2024 World Athletics Indoor Championships. She also achieved a gold medal at the 2024 British Athletics Championships. Notably, Nielsen overcame the challenge of being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis at the age of 17, which she revealed in August 2022 after keeping it private for nine years. In addition to her athletic pursuits, she is a yoga instructor on the fitness app Fiit, having completed her teaching training in Rishikesh in 2019. Nielsen's determination and accomplishments continue to inspire others, making her a respected figure in the world of sports and wellness.

Lina Solomonovna Stern, also known as Shtern, was a Soviet biochemist, physiologist, and humanist born on August 26, 1878, in Liepāja, Latvia. Her groundbreaking work and medical discoveries during World War II saved thousands of lives on the war fronts. Stern is renowned for her pioneering research on the blood-brain barrier, which she termed the hemato-encephalic barrier in 1921. Stern faced challenges due to her Jewish background when attempting to gain admission to Russian universities. She studied at the University of Geneva, Switzerland, where she wrote her doctoral dissertation on the motor function of the urethra and received the degree of Doctor of Medicine in 1903. Stern's research contributions expanded to the fields of chemio-physiology and cellular metabolism, leading to significant scientific advancements. She became the first woman to be awarded professional rank at the University of Geneva and later headed the department of Physiological Chemistry.In 1925, Stern accepted the invitation to head the chair of physiology at the Second Moscow State University and later became the director of the Institute of Physiology in the Academy of Sciences of the Soviet Union. Despite her remarkable achievements, Stern faced persecution by the Soviet government in 1948, leading to the closure of her institute and her arrest in 1949.Lina Solomonovna Stern's legacy as a pioneering scientist and her resilience in the face of adversity continues to inspire and influence the fields