With Kevin McCarthy out, Nancy Pelosi once again outlasts her foes
WASHINGTON — Since Kevin McCarthy‘s ouster as House Speaker, I have wondered whether the Bakersfield Republican would try to hang on to his seat as a…
Finding a fix: Nigerian women lead drive to upcycle plastics | Environment
Lagos, Nigeria — For years, Maryam Lawani was really pained when it rained. She lived in the Oshodi Isolo area of Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial capital,…
Jo Yapp: Former England captain makes history with appointment as new head coach of Australia women
Jo Yapp was captain when England reached the final of the 2006 Women's World CupRugby Australia has announced that former England captain Jo Yapp has…
‘Too terrified to leave the house’: Internet trolls in Libya target women | Features
When parliamentary and presidential elections were announced in Libya for December 2021, prominent political activist Hanan al-Faidy, 46, immediately registered her candidacy for parliament in…
Women and Children in Gaza endure displacement, shattered lives, and dreams left tragically unfulfilled
Women and children are the most vulnerable during conflicts; it increases the risk to their safety and well-being. Conflicts have a long-lasting impact on the…
Political trailblazer first on list of women to be celebrated in statue form across Melbourne
Quick Read:In short: Political activist Vida Goldstein is the first female historical figure to be honoured with a statue as part of a City of Melbourne…
Texas Supreme Court halts order allowing emergency abortion | Women’s Rights News
Case seen as major test since constitutional right to abortion in the United States was overturned last year. The Texas Supreme Court has temporarily halted…
Knifar: The Women Who Spoke Up
In this episode of #VOV, we share the audio version of our video documentary about the Knifar women of Nigeria’s North East; their journey, advocacy…
Emma Hayes says women are used to ‘systemic misogyny’ following Joey Barton comments
Hayes has guided Chelsea to six WSL titles, including four in a row, as well as five FA Cups and two League CupsChelsea manager Emma…
Women’s football set to enter lucrative ‘NewCo’ era but pitfalls remain | Football News
The Women’s Super League and Women’s Championship’s decision to break free from the English Football Association and run independently from the next season will give…
‘How is he not embarrassed’ women ask as ‘hurt’ wife finally husband-shames her man for not giving her a Xmas stocking
CHRISTMAS only comes once a year, but some people still struggle get gift-giving right. In fact, one mum has husband-shamed her spouse after he forgot…
Will Kevin McCarthy retire from Congress this week?
WASHINGTON — Last Friday evening, as I prepared to go to a birthday party, I received a suspicious message. It was a tip about Kevin McCarthy.…
Sexual violence still a major threat as Sudan’s conflict grinds on | Sexual Assault
Cairo, Egypt – While sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) has increased notably in Sudan during the fighting that has torn the country apart since April,…
Ireland to vote on valuing women outside ‘the home’ – POLITICO
DUBLIN — In Ireland’s constitution, a woman’s place is in the home — but not for much longer. The Irish government on Tuesday announced long-awaited…
Soros’ foundation commits $50 million to women and youth groups
NEW YORK — Open Society Foundations, the major philanthropy group now led by Alex Soros, said Tuesday it will commit $50 million to increase civic engagement…
French hold Gaza hostage placards in Paris rally organized by Zionist women
1 of 4 | French residents hold placards with portraits of hostages still held in Gaza to demand their immediate release during a rally by…
Northern Ireland peace deal: Women’s role finally recognised, says activist | Women News
Monica McWilliams, a signatory of the agreement, looks back on the work of the Women’s Coalition during peace talks, 25 years ago. Belfast, Northern Ireland…
Man who swindled $180,000 from women on dating site jailed by Victorian court
Quick ReadIn short: Rick McLeod, 74, convinced four women he met through a dating site to invest through his so-called broker business.Over a two-year period, the four…