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Pelicot Case Spurs Legal and Societal Change in France
In France, the Pelicot case—involving a woman drugged and raped by her ex-husband and dozens of others—is prompting legal and societal changes, including hospital-based reporting of sexual assault, subsidized drug testing for victims, and parliamentary inquiries into sexual violence; the trial's con...
Pelicot Case Spurs Legal and Societal Change in France
In France, the Pelicot case—involving a woman drugged and raped by her ex-husband and dozens of others—is prompting legal and societal changes, including hospital-based reporting of sexual assault, subsidized drug testing for victims, and parliamentary inquiries into sexual violence; the trial's con...
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28% Bias Score
Women Transform Dealmaking: Funding Gap and Rising Influence
Despite generating $1.8 trillion in revenue and creating half of new U.S. businesses in 2023, women-led businesses receive only 7% of venture funding, highlighting a significant funding gap and the need for greater inclusivity in dealmaking.
Women Transform Dealmaking: Funding Gap and Rising Influence
Despite generating $1.8 trillion in revenue and creating half of new U.S. businesses in 2023, women-led businesses receive only 7% of venture funding, highlighting a significant funding gap and the need for greater inclusivity in dealmaking.
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24% Bias Score
Pelicot Case Spurs Policy Changes and National Debate on Sexual Violence in France
In France, the Pelicot trial, where a woman was drugged and raped by her ex-husband and numerous others, is prompting policy changes such as hospital-based reporting for sexual assault, reimbursement of drug testing, and parliamentary investigations into the issue, while sparking a national conversa...
Pelicot Case Spurs Policy Changes and National Debate on Sexual Violence in France
In France, the Pelicot trial, where a woman was drugged and raped by her ex-husband and numerous others, is prompting policy changes such as hospital-based reporting for sexual assault, reimbursement of drug testing, and parliamentary investigations into the issue, while sparking a national conversa...
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48% Bias Score
Belgium Grants Comprehensive Labor Rights to Sex Workers
Belgium's new law, effective December 2023, grants sex workers comprehensive labor rights including paid leave, pensions, and maternity benefits, making it a global leader in protecting this often-vulnerable workforce.
Belgium Grants Comprehensive Labor Rights to Sex Workers
Belgium's new law, effective December 2023, grants sex workers comprehensive labor rights including paid leave, pensions, and maternity benefits, making it a global leader in protecting this often-vulnerable workforce.
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48% Bias Score
Democratic Senators Oppose Hegseth's Defense Secretary Nomination
Democratic senators are urging President-elect Trump to withdraw Pete Hegseth's nomination as Secretary of Defense due to allegations of sexual assault and harassment, and his past comments against women in combat, despite Hegseth denying wrongdoing and the lack of charges filed in the 2017 sexual a...
Democratic Senators Oppose Hegseth's Defense Secretary Nomination
Democratic senators are urging President-elect Trump to withdraw Pete Hegseth's nomination as Secretary of Defense due to allegations of sexual assault and harassment, and his past comments against women in combat, despite Hegseth denying wrongdoing and the lack of charges filed in the 2017 sexual a...
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52% Bias Score
Gillibrand Urges Biden to Certify ERA to Protect Reproductive Rights
Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is urging President Biden to certify the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) to protect reproductive rights, despite legal challenges surrounding ratification deadlines and rescissions; the White House says the move is still under consideration.
Gillibrand Urges Biden to Certify ERA to Protect Reproductive Rights
Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is urging President Biden to certify the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) to protect reproductive rights, despite legal challenges surrounding ratification deadlines and rescissions; the White House says the move is still under consideration.
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44% Bias Score
ERA Ratification Hinges on Biden's Decision Amid Legal Challenges
The Equal Rights Amendment (ERA), aiming to enshrine gender equality in the U.S. Constitution, is one signature away from ratification despite the National Archivist's recent refusal to certify it due to legal and procedural concerns; supporters are urging President Biden to intervene.
ERA Ratification Hinges on Biden's Decision Amid Legal Challenges
The Equal Rights Amendment (ERA), aiming to enshrine gender equality in the U.S. Constitution, is one signature away from ratification despite the National Archivist's recent refusal to certify it due to legal and procedural concerns; supporters are urging President Biden to intervene.
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40% Bias Score
Coe Proposes Potential Ban on Transgender Women in Olympic Women's Events
Sebastian Coe, an IOC presidential candidate, proposes a science-based policy to potentially ban transgender women from Olympic women's events, citing concerns about fairness and safety, and drawing on World Athletics' restrictions.
Coe Proposes Potential Ban on Transgender Women in Olympic Women's Events
Sebastian Coe, an IOC presidential candidate, proposes a science-based policy to potentially ban transgender women from Olympic women's events, citing concerns about fairness and safety, and drawing on World Athletics' restrictions.
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68% Bias Score
Women Over 50: The Powerful Force Reshaping Entrepreneurship
A growing number of women over 50 are launching businesses, defying ageist stereotypes and significantly boosting local economies, driven by factors like improved financial situations and a desire for career change.
Women Over 50: The Powerful Force Reshaping Entrepreneurship
A growing number of women over 50 are launching businesses, defying ageist stereotypes and significantly boosting local economies, driven by factors like improved financial situations and a desire for career change.
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52% Bias Score
Dutch Double-Barrelled Surnames: Legal Challenges and Reform Needed
A new Dutch law allows children to have both parents' surnames; 8780 children received double-barrelled surnames in 2023, plus 19,000 more used a transitional measure. However, 14 women have unsuccessfully challenged the lack of legal recourse when the other parent refuses consent.
Dutch Double-Barrelled Surnames: Legal Challenges and Reform Needed
A new Dutch law allows children to have both parents' surnames; 8780 children received double-barrelled surnames in 2023, plus 19,000 more used a transitional measure. However, 14 women have unsuccessfully challenged the lack of legal recourse when the other parent refuses consent.
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56% Bias Score
Dutch Double-Surname Law Faces Legal Challenges
In 2023, 8780 Dutch babies received double surnames, but 14 mothers failed to add their surname after separation due to the law requiring both parents' consent, prompting legal challenges and calls for reform.
Dutch Double-Surname Law Faces Legal Challenges
In 2023, 8780 Dutch babies received double surnames, but 14 mothers failed to add their surname after separation due to the law requiring both parents' consent, prompting legal challenges and calls for reform.
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72% Bias Score
First African Woman Appointed to Lead UN Peacekeeping Force
Major-General Anita Asmah of Ghana became the first African woman to lead the UN Disengagement Observer Force (UNDOF), tasked with maintaining the ceasefire between Israel and Syria, succeeding Lieutenant-General Nirmal Kumar Thapa of Nepal in December 2024; her appointment reflects the UN's commitm...
First African Woman Appointed to Lead UN Peacekeeping Force
Major-General Anita Asmah of Ghana became the first African woman to lead the UN Disengagement Observer Force (UNDOF), tasked with maintaining the ceasefire between Israel and Syria, succeeding Lieutenant-General Nirmal Kumar Thapa of Nepal in December 2024; her appointment reflects the UN's commitm...
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40% Bias Score
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