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Women in technology
fromenglish.elpais.com
7 months ago

The crime of being a woman in Afghanistan: A Taliban can knock on your door at night, rape you, take you away and marry you'

Afghan women face severe restrictions under the Taliban, with increasing isolation and oppression impacting their daily lives and freedoms.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

A strange dance': media mogul Saad Mohseni on making TV under the Taliban

Saad Mohseni seeks to feature more women on Afghan TV despite Taliban restrictions by proposing a historical drama about women post-menopause.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
8 months ago

What do the Taliban's new rules mean for Afghans?

The Taliban's morality laws severely restrict women's rights and civil freedoms, reflecting a marked setback in Afghanistan's progress since their takeover.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Dignity and humanity of Afghan women must be worth more than game of cricket | Jonathan Liew

Cricket Australia refuses bilateral series with Afghanistan due to human rights concerns, yet participates in global competitions, raising questions about their moral stance.
Women in technology
fromenglish.elpais.com
7 months ago

The crime of being a woman in Afghanistan: A Taliban can knock on your door at night, rape you, take you away and marry you'

Afghan women face severe restrictions under the Taliban, with increasing isolation and oppression impacting their daily lives and freedoms.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

A strange dance': media mogul Saad Mohseni on making TV under the Taliban

Saad Mohseni seeks to feature more women on Afghan TV despite Taliban restrictions by proposing a historical drama about women post-menopause.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
8 months ago

What do the Taliban's new rules mean for Afghans?

The Taliban's morality laws severely restrict women's rights and civil freedoms, reflecting a marked setback in Afghanistan's progress since their takeover.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Dignity and humanity of Afghan women must be worth more than game of cricket | Jonathan Liew

Cricket Australia refuses bilateral series with Afghanistan due to human rights concerns, yet participates in global competitions, raising questions about their moral stance.
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UK news
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

UK Supreme Court rules transgender women does not fit legal term 'woman' in landmark decision

The UK Supreme Court ruled that transgender women do not legally qualify as 'women' under the Equality Act.
France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Sexual violence and harassment endemic' in French entertainment industry, report finds

The entertainment industry in France still harbors endemic sexual violence and harassment, despite the impact of the #MeToo movement.
Women
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

When Kenyan Maids Sought Help Overseas, Diplomats Demanded Sex

Kenyan embassy officials in Riyadh exploit desperate women seeking help from abuse.
Women in technology
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

A Lebanese Woman Fights for Women's Rights in the Middle East

Lina Abou-Habib advocates for women's rights in Lebanon, highlighting legal discrimination and the impact of religious laws on women's lives.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

NYC mayoral race: Cuomo's comeback attempt faces opposition from protesters over sex harassment allegations that forced him out of office | amNewYork

Despite Andrew Cuomo's mayoral candidacy, many New Yorkers, particularly women, remember and protest against the sexual harassment allegations against him.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Revealed: at least 25 UK spy cops' had sex with deceived members of public

Undercover police officers deceived women by forming relationships without disclosing their true undercover status.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

U.S. to pay $116M settlement over rampant sexual abuse at Calif. women's prison

The U.S. government will pay nearly $116 million to over 100 women abused at a federal prison in California.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

YouTube singer arrested in Iran after performing online concert while not wearing hijab

Iranian singer Parastoo Ahmady was arrested for performing a virtual concert without a hijab, highlighting ongoing gender restrictions in Iran.
Women in technology
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago

U.N. report: 85,000 cases of femicide in 2023. And that's likely an undercount

Femicide is a global issue, with an estimated 85,000 cases in 2023, primarily caused by intimate partners or family members.
Women
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago

50 vintage photos show what life was like for women 100 years ago

The 1920s marked significant social change for women, highlighted by voting rights and new job opportunities, but racial inequalities persisted.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago

Letters: Election fear

The election instills fear among families about women's rights and safety.
Democracy feels threatened as wealth influences political outcomes and voter disillusionment grows.
Democrats' loss is attributed to early missteps in addressing pressing issues like inflation.
fromwww.cbc.ca
6 months ago
Canada news

Lilly Ledbetter, icon in the battle for U.S. equal pay, dead at 86 | CBC News

Lilly Ledbetter's fight for equal pay led to landmark legislation that transformed how wage discrimination cases are addressed in the workplace.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
6 months ago

Violence against women: Have big cases led to protections? DW 10/06/2024

Gender-based violence is a global epidemic, affecting nearly one in three women, necessitating both awareness and legal reform for effective change.
Left-wing politics
fromWIRED
8 months ago

The Trump Campaign's Rhetoric About Women Sounds a Lot Like Andrew Tate's

The Trump campaign's collaboration with the manosphere signals a disturbing shift towards anti-women ideologies in Republican politics.
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago
Digital life

After Trump Claimed Fake Taylor Swift Endorsement, Her Fans Make Real Push for Harris

Swift fans unite against Trump, using music to amplify their political activism.
Swifties for Kamala seeks to leverage Taylor Swift's fanbase for political engagement.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
8 months ago

Border Patrol agent arrested for allegedly forcing women to undress during processing

Border patrol agent Shane Millan arrested for forcing women to expose themselves during virtual processing, violating their constitutional rights.
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