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Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

UN warns women in public life face increasingly sophisticated online violence

Women in public life face increasing online violence, exacerbated by AI, anonymity, and lack of accountability, threatening their presence and rights in digital spaces.
Philosophy
fromThe Conversation
4 days ago

Three women sit for Israeli Rabbinate's exam, amid growing recognition for Orthodox Jewish women's religious leadership

The role of women in Orthodox Judaism is evolving, with legal recognition allowing them to take rabbinic exams despite traditional prohibitions.
#women-in-sports
fromiRunFar
6 days ago
Running

From Exception to Expecting: Embracing Pregnancy and Motherhood in Competitive Running

Running
fromiRunFar
6 days ago

From Exception to Expecting: Embracing Pregnancy and Motherhood in Competitive Running

Trail running is increasingly supportive of women athletes becoming mothers during their careers, as seen in recent sponsorships.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

I'm not a PR stunt': Marie-Louise Eta on making history at Union Berlin

Marie-Louise Eta became the first woman to manage a men's team in Europe's major leagues, taking over Union Berlin amid a challenging season.
Women
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Why Marie-Louise Eta's appointment should be the norm, not the exception

Marie-Louise Eta becomes the first female head coach of a men's team in the German football league, marking a significant milestone for women's leadership in sports.
#womens-sports
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Worth a thousand words': Trump photo obscuring women's tennis team sparks backlash

The positioning of men overshadowed female athletes in a White House photo celebrating a women's sports team, drawing significant backlash.
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Union Berlin appoint first female head coach

Marie-Louise Eta is the first woman to manage a men's team in one of Europe's top five leagues.
Women
fromFast Company
1 month ago

WNBA star Breanna Stewart: Women 'know what it means to step up to the plate'

Women and girls have made significant strides in sports since the passage of Title IX in 1972, leading to greater visibility and opportunities.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

Out USA Hockey captain says it's not her job to explain others' bad behavior: "I want to celebrate" - LGBTQ Nation

USA Women's Hockey captain Hilary Knight criticized President Trump's dismissive joke about the women's team during his call with the men's team after both won Olympic gold medals.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Worth a thousand words': Trump photo obscuring women's tennis team sparks backlash

The positioning of men overshadowed female athletes in a White House photo celebrating a women's sports team, drawing significant backlash.
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Union Berlin appoint first female head coach

Marie-Louise Eta is the first woman to manage a men's team in one of Europe's top five leagues.
Women
fromFast Company
1 month ago

WNBA star Breanna Stewart: Women 'know what it means to step up to the plate'

Women and girls have made significant strides in sports since the passage of Title IX in 1972, leading to greater visibility and opportunities.
NYC LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

Out USA Hockey captain says it's not her job to explain others' bad behavior: "I want to celebrate" - LGBTQ Nation

USA Women's Hockey captain Hilary Knight criticized President Trump's dismissive joke about the women's team during his call with the men's team after both won Olympic gold medals.
Science
fromNature
1 week ago

How to impress the Nature Awards judges

Outstanding science can transform the world, and the Nature Awards recognize projects leading this change.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Kenyan women defy fishing taboos as climate change threatens Lake Victoria

Rhoda Ongoche Akech defied the longstanding taboo against women fishing in Lake Victoria, stating, 'I sought the help of two young men by then to assist me with fishing as I learned.'
Women
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Women's workwear: When proper fit becomes a safety issue

"The clothing works with me, like another colleague," wrote the shunting attendant on the blog of the Cologne-based workwear manufacturer Bierbaum-Proenen.
Fashion & style
#eu-directive
Women in technology
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

'I swapped driving a tractor for a dumper truck'

Women are increasingly entering the construction industry, with initiatives like women-only heavy machinery training courses addressing the skills shortage.
#womens-football
from101GREATGOALS.COM
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Eni Aluko hits out at Ian Wright again and criticises Women's Euro 2025 pundit choice as Laura Woods 'refuses to defend' outburst

Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

The wait is over: Eta's arrival as head coach breaks barriers for women in football

Marie-Louise Eta will be the first woman to coach a men's team in a top five European league during a Bundesliga match.
from101GREATGOALS.COM
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Eni Aluko hits out at Ian Wright again and criticises Women's Euro 2025 pundit choice as Laura Woods 'refuses to defend' outburst

Women
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Why women still aren't reaching the top

Women lack equal opportunities for leadership despite having talent and ambition, with only 37% of leadership roles held by women.
Women
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

Trans champion releases heartbreaking video after darts bans trans women from competing - LGBTQ Nation

The Darts Regulatory Authority has banned trans women from competing in women's events, impacting champion Noa-Lynn van Leuven's ability to participate.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Noa-Lynn van Leuven banned from women-only darts events by PDC transgender ruling

The Darts Regulation Authority has ruled that transgender women will no longer be permitted to compete in women's events, stating that only biological females can now compete in women's tournaments.
Women
fromApaonline
3 weeks ago

On the Insufficiency of Current Gender Equality Policies in Academia and the Necessity of a Cultural Shift

In 2021, women held only 28% of professorships in higher education and research institutions, even though they comprised 48% of PhD students, according to data gathered from a sample of 900 EU and non-EU institutions.
Philosophy
#womens-rights
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Government losing hard-won gains on women's rights as aid cuts bite, MPs warn

Government cuts to international aid threaten women's rights and undermine the Women, Peace and Security agenda, risking hard-won gains in global gender equality.
Women
fromOpen Culture
3 weeks ago

9 Things a Woman Couldn't Do in 1971

Women in the U.S. have historically faced significant legal barriers, including credit access, pregnancy discrimination, and jury service.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Government losing hard-won gains on women's rights as aid cuts bite, MPs warn

Government cuts to international aid threaten women's rights and undermine the Women, Peace and Security agenda, risking hard-won gains in global gender equality.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Could Have Been a Woman!' MS NOW's Lawrence O'Donnell Fumes Over Pete Hegseth Saying We Leave No Man Behind'

O'Donnell criticized Hegseth for using the phrase 'leave no man behind,' stating that it reflects an old school mentality that ignores the presence of female soldiers in the military.
Women in technology
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

As a business founder and as a man, I regret the decades I spent confined by masculinity | Guy Singh-Watson

Men should actively engage in discussions about gender equality and challenge their own biases to improve workplace dynamics and productivity.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

When Suzuki met Suzuki: why a Tokyo dating agency is matching couples with the same name

Japan's law requires married couples to share a surname, leading to events for people with the same surname to connect.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
4 weeks ago

Commentary: Bondi and Noem were incompetent. But that's not the only reason they're gone

The purging of women from Trump's administration reflects a broader erosion of women's equality in the U.S.
fromArtnet News
1 month ago

Shakers Were Ahead of Their Time-Six Objects Illuminate Their Genius

The Shakers embraced the concept of radical simplicity in everyday life, as well as mandatory celibacy, pacifism, and gender equality, which continue to resonate today.
Arts
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 month ago

Swedish government wants to renegotiate pay transparency directive

It has become increasingly clear how great the challenges are in implementing the directive in a national context, both for us in Sweden and in other EU countries. Therefore, a relaunch at EU level is needed and we are now taking the initiative to do so.
EU data protection
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Ukraine war briefing: German defence giant sparks row after comparing Ukraine drone makers to housewives'

Rheinmetall's CEO faced backlash for comparing Ukrainian drone production to housewives making weapons, prompting responses from Ukrainian officials and social media.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Reform UK's pro-family' policies are an exclusionary sham, minister says

Reform UK's family policies exclude non-traditional families, according to early years minister Olivia Bailey, who advocates for inclusive family support.
Women in technology
fromJezebel
1 month ago

Girls Will Never Have Funds? For the 2nd Year in a Row, Equal Pay Day Got Pushed Back!

Equal Pay Day highlights the persistent wage gap, with women earning significantly less than men, and marginalized groups facing even greater disparities.
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 month ago

Trans women banned from female Olympic events with sex test

"Athletes who screen negative for the SRY gene permanently satisfy this policy's eligibility criteria for competition in the female category. Unless there is reason to believe that a negative reading is in error, this will be a once-in-a-lifetime test."
Women in technology
fromTime Out New York
1 month ago

New York's premier all-female kaiseki counter is already a star

The restaurant industry is male-dominated, with only 19% of head cooks being women. Myths about women's abilities in sushi preparation have contributed to this disparity.
Women in technology
fromFortune
1 month ago

Surgeons, airline pilots, and software developers are becoming the hottest roles for female representation-and most jobs pay over $100,000 | Fortune

Women have been steadily flocking to six-figure roles in traditionally male-dominated industries like healthcare and engineering, according to a new report from Resume Genius analyzing data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Women
NYC LGBT
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

First female archbishop of Canterbury highlights progress and ongoing challenges

The installation of Sarah Mullally as the first female archbishop of Canterbury marks a significant milestone in the Episcopal Church's journey toward gender equality.
Cocktails
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

Women's History Month: Brooklyn women who shaped the cocktail world

Julie Reiner's influence has significantly shaped the bartending industry, advocating for women's roles in a male-dominated field.
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Would WSL meet Fifa's new female coach rules?

Fifa mandates female coaches in tournaments, requiring at least two women on each team's bench, aiming to increase female representation in coaching.
Women
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

More women sit in African parliaments but equality eludes

Women hold at least 20% of parliamentary seats in 31 of 54 African countries, with Rwanda leading at over 60% and Nigeria trailing at 4%, while quota systems significantly boost female representation.
Women
fromJezebel
1 month ago

Guess Which Country Voted 'No' on Advancing Women's Rights at the U.N.?

The United States was the sole country voting against the UN Commission on the Status of Women's 70th session agreed conclusions, while attempting to insert anti-DEI and anti-trans amendments into the women's rights document.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Maloney leads rally at City Hall Park calling for Congress to pass Equal Rights Amendment | amNewYork

NYC Council Women's Caucus rallied at City Hall to urge Congress to pass the Equal Rights Amendment, seeking to extend the ratification deadline and make it the 28th constitutional amendment.
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

Women of the World festival has announced that it is returning to London in 2027

Billed as 'the world's biggest, most comprehensive festival celebrating women, girls and non-binary people', Women of the World festival, or WOW for short, has announced its return to the Southbank Centre next year. WOW is the brainchild of theatre director Jude Kelly CBE, who launched the festival in 2010 when she was artistic director at the Southbank Centre.
London
Women in technology
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Tanya Sweeney: The Dublin Zoo drama - how a lighthearted ad with a drag queen became an unnecessary controversy

Politicians and commentators should advocate as passionately for serious women's issues like maternity leave and domestic violence as they do for trivial matters.
#gen-z-attitudes
Women in technology
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

Gen Z Men Want to Be "Obeyed" By Women

Gen Z men show more regressive attitudes toward gender equality than older generations, with over 30% believing women should obey husbands and 60% feeling burdened by supporting gender equality efforts.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

As a boomer, I'm shocked by gen Z's attitude towards women something has gone very wrong | Joan Smith

Nearly a third of Gen Z men across 29 countries believe wives should obey husbands, contradicting assumptions that younger generations are more liberal than older ones.
Women
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

'It's marvelling how much power a host of women can conjure. It's part of why they burned us at the stakes' - meet the Irish women advocating for other women

Gender parity won't be achieved until 2148, with persistent barriers including legal recognition gaps for lesbian parents, confidence deficits in young girls, and male dominance in academic leadership positions.
#international-womens-day
Women
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Photos: These bold women stand up for justice, rights ... and freedom

International Women's Day on March 8 honors a 1917 Russian women's strike that led to the Czar's abdication and women's voting rights, celebrating women's ongoing achievements and activism worldwide.
Women in technology
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Bikes named after inspirational cyclists for International Women's Day

Transport for London and Santander Cycles honored 10 inspirational female cyclists with dedicated hire bikes to celebrate International Women's Day and recognize women advancing cycling accessibility and safety.
France news
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

March 8: What's happening in France on International Women's Day

France hosts multiple events on March 8th to celebrate International Women's Day and advocate for gender equality, reproductive rights, and protection from violence against women.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Will UN plans to transform the way it works throw equality under the bus'?

UN Women and UNFPA merger proposal risks diluting gender equality commitment amid global crises and declining aid, raising concerns among women's rights groups and member states.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Toronto organization hosts rally, march to honour International Women's Day | CBC News

It's so important that we have equal work for equal value. It's something that we need to continue to push for together. While Toronto is leading the way to close the gender pay gap, more work lies ahead.
Women in technology
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

New Employment Rights Act a huge boost for women in the workplace'

Approximately 4.7 million women will benefit from stronger sick pay measures starting in April, with 830,000 receiving statutory sick pay for the first time, alongside new parental leave rights for fathers and parents.
Women in technology
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

International Women's Day: Workplace equality needs action

German couples aspire to equal work and household sharing, but traditional gender roles persist due to wage gaps, tax incentives, and systemic barriers that discourage women's career advancement.
Food & drink
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Women built, and still shape, our culinary culture every day

Women have historically dominated cooking and food traditions, positioning the culinary world as one of few professional spheres where women maintain a natural advantage and leadership presence.
Women in technology
fromNature
2 months ago

Women in science are not a 'problem to be fixed'

Gender equality at work remains derailed by false narratives: evolutionary psychology claims natural differences justify gaps, while business-case DEI reduces equality to profit maximization rather than justice.
Women in technology
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Almost a third of Gen Z men agree a wife should obey her husband

Nearly one-third of Gen Z men believe wives should obey husbands and husbands should make important decisions, showing Gen Z men hold more traditional gender role views than Baby Boomer men.
#olympic-hockey
NYC LGBT
fromWSYR
2 months ago

Knight delivers joke during 'SNL' appearance featuring US men and women hockey gold medal winners

U.S. Olympic hockey players made a humorous SNL appearance addressing controversy over Trump's sexist joke about inviting only the men's team to the State of the Union.
Boston Bruins
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Knight, alongside Hughes brothers, jokes back on 'Saturday Night Live'

U.S. Olympic hockey players made a humorous SNL appearance addressing controversy over Trump's sexist joke about inviting only the men's team to the State of the Union.
NYC LGBT
fromWSYR
2 months ago

Knight delivers joke during 'SNL' appearance featuring US men and women hockey gold medal winners

U.S. Olympic hockey players made a humorous SNL appearance addressing controversy over Trump's sexist joke about inviting only the men's team to the State of the Union.
Boston Bruins
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Knight, alongside Hughes brothers, jokes back on 'Saturday Night Live'

U.S. Olympic hockey players made a humorous SNL appearance addressing controversy over Trump's sexist joke about inviting only the men's team to the State of the Union.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Progress on gender equality at top of UK's biggest firms achingly slow'

Female representation in FTSE 100 chief executive positions stalled at nine leaders, missing progress targets despite incremental gains since 2016.
Relationships
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

How to Create an Equal Household

Gender scholars demonstrate better relationship equality practices than average individuals, yet persistent household management and mental load inequalities still affect their partnerships despite their expertise.
Parenting
fromFast Company
2 months ago

The new second shift is burning out both parents

The second shift has evolved from women's unpaid domestic labor to shared burnout affecting both parents in dual-income households, despite increased gender equality in household tasks.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

Trump mocked as "absolute loser" for gleefully sporting USA hockey Olympic gold medal - LGBTQ Nation

Trump wore a USA Men's Hockey Olympic gold medal while meeting the team at the White House, drawing criticism for appearing to take credit for their achievement and for previously mocking the Women's team.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Reform UK plan to rip up Equalities Act shocking and un-British, says Starmer

Repealing the Equalities Act would remove decades of legal protection for women, race and equality and reverse British values of tolerance and equal treatment.
Women
fromLondon On The Inside
2 months ago

A Working List for Women | Resources for Now

A continuously updated directory spotlights feminist books, organisations, people and media to amplify female-led stories and advance gender equality in 2026.
Miscellaneous
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

European Parliament passes resolution that says trans women are women - LGBTQ Nation

European Parliament affirmed that trans women are women and urged full recognition, inclusion, and support for trans women and LGBTIQ+ rights in EU UN priorities.
#nordic-combined
#sex-differences
fromIndependent
2 months ago
Philosophy

Mary Kenny: Kudos to female firefighters, but it's often in the public interest to discriminate based on age and physical ability

fromIndependent
2 months ago
Women

Mary Kenny: Kudos to female firefighters, but often it is in the public interest to discriminate based on age and gender

fromIndependent
2 months ago
Philosophy

Mary Kenny: Kudos to female firefighters, but it's often in the public interest to discriminate based on age and physical ability

fromIndependent
2 months ago
Women

Mary Kenny: Kudos to female firefighters, but often it is in the public interest to discriminate based on age and gender

Soccer (FIFA)
fromDefector
2 months ago

High-Level, Actionable Insights From Watching Doubles Luge For The First Time | Defector

Doubles luge pairs two athletes on one sled, demanding precise athletic steering, producing a visually unusual and controversial Olympic event.
France news
fromFrenchly
3 months ago

What Makes French Feminism Different? - Frenchly

French feminism evolved uniquely through historical roots, intellectual rigor, activism, and ongoing tensions over secularism, state power, and gender equality.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Are we not good enough? Girls football team win tiny plastic cup as boys get full-size trophy

Girls' primary football team received a small plastic trophy while boys got a large one; after complaint, the girls were presented with an equal-sized trophy.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Brooklyn Peltz Beckham set an important trend. Will other men follow? | Polly Hudson

After attempting to make his mark as a footballer, photographer and chef, at last Brooklyn Peltz Beckham appears to have secured his legacy. He will no longer be remembered as simply the nepo-baby son of David and Victoria; he'll also go down in history as a somewhat unlikely/possibly accidental feminist activist. It was when Brooklyn married Nicola Peltz in 2022 that he became Brooklyn Peltz Beckham, an ally who turbo-boosted a quietly growing trend.
Miscellaneous
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Female lawmakers in Japan lobby for more toilets in parliament

Female lawmakers requested more women's toilets in the Diet because facilities are inadequate compared with rising female representation and numbers of women legislators.
Women
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 months ago

From cook to sniper: Ukrainian women fight for equality in the army

Ukrainian women soldiers face persistent prejudice but their numbers and roles in the Armed Forces are increasing amid reforms and ongoing war.
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
4 months ago

Payal Desai Takes On The Patriarchy, One Funny Video At A Time

A New Jersey mother and former teacher teaches her sons empathy and household responsibilities, challenging the "dusty son" trend and promoting compassionate, non-toxic masculinity.
fromNieman Lab
4 months ago

A time for clear-eyed conviction - and courage

At some point in deep autumn, it finally happened. My CEO, Zsuzsanna Lippai, who keeps an eye on these things, posted a message in our work Signal group, confirming that the small nonprofit newsroom she and I lead, The Fuller Project, was moving up in the world...the world of right-wing media monitors that is. Fuller had been listed on InfluenceWatch.
Media industry
Women
fromChannelPro
4 months ago

Is diversity still a challenge in the channel?

Significant gender imbalance persists in technology because structural and cultural barriers require leaders to reshape workplace norms and embed inclusion.
France news
fromwww.thelocal.fr
4 months ago

PODCAST: Are airlines scrapping 'thousands' of flights to France and French mayor demands silence in the streets

France faces political pressure during a critical budget debate threatening Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu, while transport, over-tourism, and gender equality issues remain prominent.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
5 months ago

Does Heritage Support Discrimination Against Women?

Heritage Foundation faces severe reputational and institutional crisis after defending Nick Fuentes' platforming and hiring Scott Yenor, whose views challenge women's workplace equality.
France news
fromThe Local France
5 months ago

France second most gender-equal country in EU, according to new ranking

France ranks second in EU gender equality measures, showing improvements in education and decision-making but lagging in work sector representation and patriarchal attitudes.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Rising levels of hate forcing women out of Swedish public life, says equality agency

Hate, threats and harassment against female politicians deter women from politics, cause self-censorship, and threaten democratic equality and representation.
Women
fromFast Company
5 months ago

5 mindset shifts to utilize your time better as a working mom, according to a Wharton professor

Unequal workplace and household demands plus intensified parenting make 'having it all' costly; data-driven changes can reclaim time, energy, and well-being.
Women
fromFortune
5 months ago

As U.S. women leave the workforce in droves, South Korean banks offer baby bonuses, flexible schedules, and child-raising sabbaticals | Fortune

South Korean companies are offering extended parental leave, baby bonuses, cash incentives, and flexible work to retain female employees and support working parents.
Women
fromPhys
5 months ago

Remote work can reduce childcare gap when fathers have progressive gender role attitudes

Remote work supports a more equal division of childcare only when fathers hold progressive gender-role attitudes; otherwise it can reinforce mothers' unpaid workload.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Hit for six: why India's Women's Cricket World Cup win is victory for equality

Growing up in rural India, Shafali Verma always knew she had a hunger to play cricket. But in her small town of Rohtak, in the north Indian state of Haryana, cricket was not a game for girls. Aged nine, desperate to play, she cut her hair short, entered a tournament disguised as her brother, and went on to win man of the match.
Women
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 months ago

Lady mayor aims to 'un-square the Square Mile'

Dame Susan Langley is the first 'Lady Mayor', renames the Lord Mayor's Show and champions equality, Square Mile innovation and East End heritage.
fromwww.thelocal.se
5 months ago

'Not seen as a taboo or failure': What it's like getting divorced in Sweden

Getting divorced or separating in Sweden is much simpler than in most readers' home countries, and men and women are treated much more equally, according to the readers who answered our survey. But not everyone welcomed these differences. Of the 17 readers who answered our survey, eleven said they were impressed or even surprised by how simple and fast the divorce process was in Sweden. One, an Indian chef in Gothenburg, said it took just two weeks to complete.
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