Taliban claims five years of peace in Afghanistan – but women and girls face oppression
As the Taliban regime tightens its grip on Afghanistan, half the population lives in fear, denied education, healthcare, and basic human rights.
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women’s rights
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Sophie Cunningham’s Transphobic ‘Common Sense’ Is Anything but
Sophie Cunningham's transphobic stance on trans athletes in sports reveals a deeper problem - the prioritization of personal gain over the well-being of marginalized communities
2 months ago
The Dark Underbelly of Punjab’s Canada Dream
The Canada dream has become a nightmare for young immigrants from Punjab, particularly women, as they face exploitation, isolation, and violence in a foreign land.
2 months ago
The Unspoken Truths Hidden in a Rare Quadruplet Birth
A woman's extraordinary quadruplet birth challenges the carefully crafted policy papers and promises, revealing the unpredictable reality of human reproduction.
2 months ago
Governors’ Stand: A Line Drawn on Access to Reproductive Health Care
A collective of 24 governors is warning that the proposed changes in the federal grant-making process would undermine reproductive health care access, casting a long shadow over existing federal commitments.
2 months ago
What fuels toxic masculinity that leads men to punch female police officers?
In a disturbing incident, a man has been jailed for punching female police officers at Manchester Airport, highlighting a broader issue of toxic masculinity that must be addressed.
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Afghanistan Teeters on Chaos as Socioeconomic Pressures Fuel Violence
The situation in Afghanistan is dire, with widespread poverty, unemployment, and restrictions on women's rights contributing to the escalating violence. Can humanitarian aid and diplomatic efforts save the country from itself?
3 months ago
Melinda French Gates: A Struggle for Authenticity in Philanthropy
Melinda French Gates' reflections on Epstein raise questions about her authenticity and commitment to philanthropy in the wake of her divorce from Bill Gates.
3 months ago
Star City: Feminism’s Battle Against Bureaucracy and Oppression
In Star City, actresses discuss women's fight for autonomy amid Soviet oppression. Will we confront these struggles or let them fade?
3 months ago