German Media's Failure to Adequately Report on Violence Against Women
A December 12, 2024, Otto-Brenner-Stiftung study reveals that German media inadequately covers violence against women, focusing on perpetrators while neglecting victims' perspectives and crucial support information, thus hindering efforts to combat gender-based violence.
German Media's Failure to Adequately Report on Violence Against Women
A December 12, 2024, Otto-Brenner-Stiftung study reveals that German media inadequately covers violence against women, focusing on perpetrators while neglecting victims' perspectives and crucial support information, thus hindering efforts to combat gender-based violence.
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32% Bias Score
"Kenyan Police Crack Down on Gender-Based Violence Protest in Nairobi"
"Kenyan police used tear gas to disperse a peaceful protest against gender-based violence and femicide in Nairobi on Tuesday, arresting at least three people, including an Amnesty International director, and injuring at least one activist. The protest, which involved hundreds of women marching towar...
"Kenyan Police Crack Down on Gender-Based Violence Protest in Nairobi"
"Kenyan police used tear gas to disperse a peaceful protest against gender-based violence and femicide in Nairobi on Tuesday, arresting at least three people, including an Amnesty International director, and injuring at least one activist. The protest, which involved hundreds of women marching towar...
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36% Bias Score
Ottawa Police Label Murder a "Femicide," Highlighting Gender-Based Violence
Jennifer Edmonds, a 47-year-old Ottawa woman, was killed in August by her husband, who is charged with second-degree murder; Ottawa Police labeled her death a "femicide," highlighting the issue of intimate partner violence and advocating for stronger legal recognition of gender-based killings.
Ottawa Police Label Murder a "Femicide," Highlighting Gender-Based Violence
Jennifer Edmonds, a 47-year-old Ottawa woman, was killed in August by her husband, who is charged with second-degree murder; Ottawa Police labeled her death a "femicide," highlighting the issue of intimate partner violence and advocating for stronger legal recognition of gender-based killings.
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20% Bias Score
Exploitation of Female Garment Workers in Indonesia
Indonesia's garment industry, supplying major brands, faces widespread exploitation of its predominantly female workforce, with workers enduring unrealistic targets, forgoing breaks, and carrying dual burdens of work and family care, leading to significant physical and mental health impacts and high...
Exploitation of Female Garment Workers in Indonesia
Indonesia's garment industry, supplying major brands, faces widespread exploitation of its predominantly female workforce, with workers enduring unrealistic targets, forgoing breaks, and carrying dual burdens of work and family care, leading to significant physical and mental health impacts and high...
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24% Bias Score
Online Harassment Silences Somali Women's Voices
Somali women experience significantly higher rates of online harassment than men, facing misogynistic attacks, fake news, and manipulated images, forcing many to limit their online presence or leave social media entirely, despite using these platforms for empowerment and community building.
Online Harassment Silences Somali Women's Voices
Somali women experience significantly higher rates of online harassment than men, facing misogynistic attacks, fake news, and manipulated images, forcing many to limit their online presence or leave social media entirely, despite using these platforms for empowerment and community building.
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36% Bias Score
Life Imprisonment for Murder, but Lack of Stalking Recognition Stirs Controversy
A court sentenced Filippo Turetta to life in prison for murdering Giulia; however, the victim's sister criticizes the court for not recognizing stalking, arguing it reflects a lack of institutional concern for women and sets a dangerous precedent.
Life Imprisonment for Murder, but Lack of Stalking Recognition Stirs Controversy
A court sentenced Filippo Turetta to life in prison for murdering Giulia; however, the victim's sister criticizes the court for not recognizing stalking, arguing it reflects a lack of institutional concern for women and sets a dangerous precedent.
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52% Bias Score
"South Africa Distributes 4,000 Comfort Bags to Rape Victims Amidst Widespread Sexual Violence"
"Tears Foundation in South Africa distributed over 4,000 comfort bags to victims of rape, highlighting the country's widespread problem of sexual violence where one-third of women have experienced it. The bags contain essential items and are given to police units specializing in sexual violence case...
"South Africa Distributes 4,000 Comfort Bags to Rape Victims Amidst Widespread Sexual Violence"
"Tears Foundation in South Africa distributed over 4,000 comfort bags to victims of rape, highlighting the country's widespread problem of sexual violence where one-third of women have experienced it. The bags contain essential items and are given to police units specializing in sexual violence case...
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24% Bias Score
"Kenyan Police Crack Down on Femicide Protest on Human Rights Day"
"Kenyan police tear-gassed and injured peaceful protesters demonstrating against gender-based violence and femicide in Nairobi on Human Rights Day, sparking outrage among activists who question law enforcement's commitment to addressing the country's high rate of femicide."
"Kenyan Police Crack Down on Femicide Protest on Human Rights Day"
"Kenyan police tear-gassed and injured peaceful protesters demonstrating against gender-based violence and femicide in Nairobi on Human Rights Day, sparking outrage among activists who question law enforcement's commitment to addressing the country's high rate of femicide."
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40% Bias Score
England and Wales Toughen Sentences for Murderers of Ex-Partners, Strangulation Cases
New laws in England and Wales will increase prison sentences for murderers who strangle their victims or kill ex-partners, addressing the disproportionate number of women killed by current or former male partners; approximately 70 murders annually will be impacted.
England and Wales Toughen Sentences for Murderers of Ex-Partners, Strangulation Cases
New laws in England and Wales will increase prison sentences for murderers who strangle their victims or kill ex-partners, addressing the disproportionate number of women killed by current or former male partners; approximately 70 murders annually will be impacted.
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40% Bias Score
Germany Fails to Meet Istanbul Convention Standards on Gender-Based Violence
Germany's insufficient response to gender-based violence violates the Istanbul Convention, as a new report reveals severe deficits in shelter capacity and support systems, leading to many women being turned away.
Germany Fails to Meet Istanbul Convention Standards on Gender-Based Violence
Germany's insufficient response to gender-based violence violates the Istanbul Convention, as a new report reveals severe deficits in shelter capacity and support systems, leading to many women being turned away.
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40% Bias Score
Latin American Arts Survey Reveals Widespread Gender-Based Violence
A 2021 survey in Latin America revealed that 69% of audiovisual and performing arts professionals experienced workplace micromachismo, 37% of women reported sexual violence, and 42% reported rejecting or denouncing workplace harassment. This highlights the urgent need for cultural change and practic...
Latin American Arts Survey Reveals Widespread Gender-Based Violence
A 2021 survey in Latin America revealed that 69% of audiovisual and performing arts professionals experienced workplace micromachismo, 37% of women reported sexual violence, and 42% reported rejecting or denouncing workplace harassment. This highlights the urgent need for cultural change and practic...
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24% Bias Score
El Tuvi Convicted of 2019 Murder of Wafaa Sebbah
A Spanish jury unanimously convicted David S.O. ("El Tuvi") of the 2019 premeditated murder of Wafaa Sebbah, involving torture, sexual assault, and disposal of her body in a well; he faces life imprisonment.
El Tuvi Convicted of 2019 Murder of Wafaa Sebbah
A Spanish jury unanimously convicted David S.O. ("El Tuvi") of the 2019 premeditated murder of Wafaa Sebbah, involving torture, sexual assault, and disposal of her body in a well; he faces life imprisonment.
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52% Bias Score