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Revenge porn abusers will now face up to 6 months in prison
Following Georgia Harrison's campaign against image-based abuse, the government have passed the new Online Safety Bill.
Abolishing gender-based violence will boost the roles of women in politics
The UN Human Rights Council say that abolishing gender-based violence will help improve the representation of women in leading positions.
What are some upcoming business networking events for women?
A list of upcoming business networking events in London for women entrepreneurs, women in the tech industry, and women who aim to obtain a leadership position.
UN refuses to replace female staff with men in Afghanistan
The United Nations has refused to bow down to the Taliban by deciding that it will not replace its female staff with male staff in Afghanistan.
Spain passes menstrual leave law to motivate women into top corporate-leadership positions
Gender biases have made 64 per cent of women feel incapable of demanding job roles in Spain. To motivate women into leading job roles, Spain has become the first European nation to offer paid menstrual leave.
Women's health research is severely underfunded, according to recent report
A UKCRC report found that the research into women's health is extremely underfunded compared to the research into men's health conditions.
Rishi Sunak accused of mocking trans people, caught on video making penis 'joke'
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has again come under fire for his alleged "demonising" remarks about the transgender community.
A reported 90% of people admit to being prejudiced towards women
The latest Gender Social Norms Index report revealed that 90 per cent of people currently hold prejudiced biases towards women worldwide, and 25 per cent believe that it is justified for a man to beat his wife.
UK government blames the 'gender pension gap' on maternity leave
The UK government propose new legislation to help bridge the "gender pay gap", after blaming maternity leave and part-time work for the retirement wealth contrast - which currently stands at 35 per cent.
Over 75,000 women are fighting for Ukraine's freedom
Over 75,000 women in Ukraine have chosen to play key on-the-ground roles in the fight for Ukraine's freedom. Several women have been recognised as Ukraine's heroines, and more than 5,000 women are fighting on the front line.
How welcome are women in the construction industry?
Women make up less than 15 per cent of the construction industry in the UK, often represented in construction manager positions. Non-profit organisations are working with women and employers to better gender diversity in the manual labour workforce.
Here are some top business podcasts hosted by women in 2023
Business podcasts hosted by women are emerging on digital platforms, with research suggesting that around 464 million people listen to podcasts worldwide.
Britain and India to deepen ties in science, research and innovation
The Minister of State for the Middle East, South Asia and the United Nations, Lord Ahmad, has visited India to further develop the science and technology relationship between the two powers.
New rehabilitative scheme intends to keep women from crime in the UK
The Ministry of Justice has invested £15 million into organisations that tackle drug abuse and rehabilitation for women in the UK. The scheme will also reduce the £18 billion overall cost of reoffending for the taxpayer.
CAMFED - A charity that has given more than 5.5 million girls' an education
The Campaign for Female Education (CAMFED) has given more than 5.5 million girls an education in Africa. The organisation tackles poverty and gender inequality. CAMFED allows women and girls to "unlock their power," and lead.
Fibroid Awareness Week: Why women should be aware of uterine fibroids
Uterine fibroids are common among women of reproductive age and can cause a range of symptoms.
Recent data shows gender pay gap is still prevalent
There is more transparency around gender pay gap reporting, which will help address the gap. However, pay differences persist in both the US and the UK.
Has the global representation of women in the workplace improved in 2023?
Women's representation in the workplace has improved over the years worldwide but still remains weak in certain areas, especially for Asian female employees.
The number of women in the financial markets grows every year despite stereotypes
Statistics from XTB group suggest the percentage of women interested in financial markets has increased from 16 per cent in 2022, with women working in the financial sector contributing £1.12 trillion to the UK economy.
Women to shape a more sustainable future as International Women's Day approaches
International Women's Day reopens the debate on gender equality in the workplace, as women continue to be the driving force in sustainability compared to their male counterparts.
Women's History Month 2023: Celebrating women storytellers in the UK
Discover this year's theme and locations where you can celebrate Women's History Month in London.
National Cellulite Day 2022: 3 surprising facts about cellulite you may not know
National Cellulite Day is all about remembering to be authentic and accepting oneself.
Best time to exercise varies for men and women: Study
A study by scientists in the US has found that the best time to exercise varies for men and women due to a combination of factors.
Taliban now bars men, women from eating out at restaurants together
The regressive Taliban government has now barred men and women from eating out at restaurants together in the western Afghan city of Herat. The rule even needs to be followed by married couple.
Taliban forces women to cover their faces in latest attack on freedom
The Afghan Taliban in its latest decree has yet again attacked women and their freedom to choose what they wish to wear in public places.
Women at higher risk of death after a heart attack compared to men
The study noted that women face a 20 percent higher risk of experiencing death or heart failure after a heart attack.
Why men are more likely to receive CPR from bystanders than women
There is a reluctance to help when it comes to women who need CPR as people are worried that they might end up being accused of sexual assault.
How social isolation could lead to high blood pressure in women
Among women, married, widowded, socially inactive, and those living by themselves, widowed women posed the highest risk of suffering from hypertension.
Syphillis cases among newborns and women rise in Hawaii
The syphilis cases found in newborns and women increased over the last four years in Hawaii, making the disease a cause for concern among officials.
Lewis Hamilton drops teaser of new song about 'drinking too much, being 10/10 in bed'
In another track, the 35-year-old sings about heartbreak, with lyrics: "Caught you lying, it's like a sad song on the radio."