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2026-04-05 19:10:04

Newsoms Wife: Trump Firing Women Shows War

Jennifer Siebel Newsom criticized Trump's firing of Pam Bondi and Kristi Noem, calling it part of a "war on all women." She argued Trump uses women who align with his agenda, then discards them, leaving no woman in his party truly safe. read more

2026-03-23 13:10:15

UK Aid Cuts Jeopardize Global Gender Equality

UK aid cuts are reversing global progress on women's rights, MPs warn. Reduced funding and expertise undermine support for women in conflict zones, risking gender equality becoming a "footnote" in UK diplomacy. read more

2026-03-23 13:00:47

UK Aid Cuts Betray Women and Girls, Warns MP

UK aid cuts contradict government rhetoric on supporting women and girls globally. As conflicts rise, programs tackling violence and reproductive rights face decimation. The UK must match its Women, Peace and Security agenda commitments with substantive action and funding. read more

2026-03-14 09:40:06

Iranian Footballers Silent Protest Sparks Asylum Drama

Iran's women's football team refused to sing their national anthem, sparking state media to brand them traitors. Several players sought asylum abroad amid fears of reprisals, highlighting their defiant protest against the regime's oppression. read more

2026-03-11 02:10:09

Trumps Abortion Rule Threatens UN Gender Programs

Trump's expanded foreign aid policy restricts abortion and LGBT+ support, threatening UN gender equality programs. Experts warn it could undermine global women's rights and humanitarian efforts, drawing criticism from allied nations. read more

2026-02-26 15:30:10

UK Aid Cuts Betray Women and Girls

UK aid cuts threaten water and sanitation projects vital for women's and girls' rights and health globally. Rupa Huq warns that without WASH services, gender equality and economic growth, as in Nigeria, are undermined. read more

2024-12-29 21:00:03

"2024: A Year of Progress and Setbacks for Women Globally"

The text discusses the major events of 2024, including the ongoing challenges faced by women globally. Donald Trump's return to the US presidency, attacks on abortion rights, and empowering moments like France enshrining abortion as a constitutional right are highlighted. read more

2024-11-03 07:40:09

"The Rise of Proudly Childfree Women Defying Stereotypes"

The dismissive notion that childless individuals are bitter and vengeful is highlighted in the story, emphasizing the political pressure on women to have children. References to right-wing parties' emphasis on female fertility as a political issue emerge. read more

2024-10-31 13:50:04

Trump's Controversial Remark on Women's Protection Sparks Campaign Critique

Donald Trump vows to be a protector of women "whether they like it or not" at a rally in Wisconsin, causing backlash from the Harris campaign over reproductive rights and gender autonomy concerns. US elections 2024 read more

2024-06-27 16:20:03

Afghan women in Islamabad protest against the Taliban, demanding women's rights and a boycott of the Doha summit. They advocate for inclusion in UN talks, highlighting women's rights as a key issue. read more

2024-05-13 11:40:10

A Tennessee woman is denied an abortion due to a fatal fetal condition, leading to devastating consequences for her health and fertility. State anti-abortion laws have left her traumatized, prompting her to speak out and fight for medical exceptions. read more

2024-05-05 07:40:04

Manahel al-Otaibi, a 29-year-old women's rights activist in Saudi Arabia, was imprisoned for 11 years for wearing 'indecent clothes', amid the country's hosting of the WTA Finals, exposing the nation's hypocrisy in promoting women's rights. read more

2024-05-01 07:10:04

Saudi women's rights activist Manahel al-Otaibi was sentenced to 11 years in prison after advocating for reforms on social media, including the end of the male guardianship system in Saudi Arabia. The arrest reveals contradictions in Saudi reforms. read more