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Denmark’s Woman Prime Minister Has Named A Government With More Women Than Men
Just last year women held only 30% of these leadership roles, but they now make up 52% of the cabinet.
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This Missing 11-Year-Old Girl In France Was Found Murdered And People Are Demanding Justice
The revelations have led to protests across France, with demonstrators accusing authorities of failing to protect children and properly investigate sexual violence.
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Iran Has Sentenced This Iranian Singer To 74 Lashes For Performing Without A Hijab
The court said they shared "vulgar and immoral content" online.
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After This Woman Was Murdered By Her Stalker, New Zealand Officially Made Stalking A Crime
New Zealand’s justice minister Paul Goldsmith said the government was sending “a very clear message” that stalking had to stop.
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Two Teenage Girls Were Murdered Within Days Of Each Other In Argentina, And People Are Demanding Justice
Thousands took to the streets to demand justice for Vega, Candia and the thousands of victims of femicide across the country.
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Why Climate Change And Violence Against Women Are Interconnected With Ruth Cross Kwansing At WD 2026
Kiribati’s Minister of Women, Youth, Sport and Social Affairs explains to why the two issues are intertwined.
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For The First Time In Eight Years, A North Korean Women’s Football Team Played In South Korea And Won
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, who has made inter-Korean engagement a priority since taking office in June 2025, congratulated the winners.
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This British Author Said Violence Against Women And Girls Is A Men's Issue, Sparking A Conversation
"Women have been doing the heavy lifting on it," Bernard said in an earlier interview. "But it's men who need to change."
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Three Teenage Boys In The UK Who Gang Raped Two Girls Were Given No Prison Sentence, Sparking Widespread Outrage
The judge said he wanted to avoid “criminalizing” the boys “unnecessarily” and support their reintegration into society.
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The Pregnant Woman Who Was Hit And Dragged On The Floor By Dutch Police Has Given Birth
"My wife told the officers that I would go with them voluntarily and respectfully," Mekdad said. "I had not hurt anyone. I had not used violence against other people."
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What Does Co-Leadership With Girls And Global South Feminists Look Like? With Julia Fan At WD 2026
Julia Fan highlights how strong support systems empower women and girls, emphasizing the need to amplify Global South voices globally.
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Myanmar’s Military Has Banned Period Pads Forcing People To Use Leaves And Rags For Their Periods
Sanitary pad prices in black markets have tripled to 9,000 kyat (about US$4) per pack, which is more than a day's wages for most people.