Revival of Ancient Jewish Women's Holiday "Eid Al-Banat" in Israel
Eid Al-Banat," an ancient Jewish women's holiday celebrated on the first day of Tevet, is experiencing a revival in Israel, with government support and public events highlighting women's historical and contemporary contributions.
Revival of Ancient Jewish Women's Holiday "Eid Al-Banat" in Israel
Eid Al-Banat," an ancient Jewish women's holiday celebrated on the first day of Tevet, is experiencing a revival in Israel, with government support and public events highlighting women's historical and contemporary contributions.
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12% Bias Score
Black Girls Hike Challenges Systemic Racism in UK Outdoors
Black Girls Hike, founded in 2019, combats rural racism by providing a safe space for Black women to enjoy the countryside, with over 5,000 members and initiatives like leadership training and a Manchester Museum exhibition addressing systemic racism and unequal access to green spaces.
Black Girls Hike Challenges Systemic Racism in UK Outdoors
Black Girls Hike, founded in 2019, combats rural racism by providing a safe space for Black women to enjoy the countryside, with over 5,000 members and initiatives like leadership training and a Manchester Museum exhibition addressing systemic racism and unequal access to green spaces.
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20% Bias Score
Naples Man Arrested for Christmas Day Assault and Kidnapping of Ex-Girlfriend
In Naples, Italy, a 23-year-old man stalked his 22-year-old ex-girlfriend, culminating in a Christmas Day assault and brief kidnapping, captured on video; the victim sustained serious injuries and the perpetrator was arrested.
Naples Man Arrested for Christmas Day Assault and Kidnapping of Ex-Girlfriend
In Naples, Italy, a 23-year-old man stalked his 22-year-old ex-girlfriend, culminating in a Christmas Day assault and brief kidnapping, captured on video; the victim sustained serious injuries and the perpetrator was arrested.
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36% Bias Score
Irish Teen's Sexuality Exploration Leads to Bullying
In Dublin, teenager Lily confronts bullying and self-harm after exploring her sexuality following a trip to San Francisco, finding support from a gay friend and a queer mentor.
Irish Teen's Sexuality Exploration Leads to Bullying
In Dublin, teenager Lily confronts bullying and self-harm after exploring her sexuality following a trip to San Francisco, finding support from a gay friend and a queer mentor.
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36% Bias Score
Andrew Tate's Misogynistic Influence Fuels Real-World Abuse
Andrew Tate, a social media influencer with millions of followers, promotes a misogynistic worldview, resulting in real-world consequences such as domestic abuse, as detailed in accounts from women whose partners were influenced by his content; this broader issue, known as toxic masculinity, is bein...
Andrew Tate's Misogynistic Influence Fuels Real-World Abuse
Andrew Tate, a social media influencer with millions of followers, promotes a misogynistic worldview, resulting in real-world consequences such as domestic abuse, as detailed in accounts from women whose partners were influenced by his content; this broader issue, known as toxic masculinity, is bein...
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60% Bias Score
Rooney's "Intermezzo" Fuels Irish Literary Boom and Sparks Debate
Sally Rooney's "Intermezzo," published in September 2024, became an international bestseller, impacting the Irish literary scene by inspiring more female authors and influencing the rise of campus novels with explicit sex scenes, while also receiving criticism for its focus on privileged characters.
Rooney's "Intermezzo" Fuels Irish Literary Boom and Sparks Debate
Sally Rooney's "Intermezzo," published in September 2024, became an international bestseller, impacting the Irish literary scene by inspiring more female authors and influencing the rise of campus novels with explicit sex scenes, while also receiving criticism for its focus on privileged characters.
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48% Bias Score
UN Condemns Taliban Ban on Women Working for NGOs in Afghanistan
The UN condemned the Taliban's ban on women working for NGOs in Afghanistan, warning of severe consequences for humanitarian aid and the country's overall progress. The Taliban also banned windows in new homes that could overlook areas used by women, citing concerns about "obscene acts.
UN Condemns Taliban Ban on Women Working for NGOs in Afghanistan
The UN condemned the Taliban's ban on women working for NGOs in Afghanistan, warning of severe consequences for humanitarian aid and the country's overall progress. The Taliban also banned windows in new homes that could overlook areas used by women, citing concerns about "obscene acts.
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44% Bias Score
Turkey's 2024: Record High Female Deaths Highlight Gender Violence Crisis
In Turkey, 608 women died in 2024 (375 homicides, 233 suspicious deaths), the highest number in recent years according to the Stop Women Murders Platform, which blames the lack of Istanbul Convention and Lanzarote Convention implementation for the preventable deaths and plans to continue fighting fo...
Turkey's 2024: Record High Female Deaths Highlight Gender Violence Crisis
In Turkey, 608 women died in 2024 (375 homicides, 233 suspicious deaths), the highest number in recent years according to the Stop Women Murders Platform, which blames the lack of Istanbul Convention and Lanzarote Convention implementation for the preventable deaths and plans to continue fighting fo...
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60% Bias Score
Female Genital Mutilation Remains Widespread Among Pakistan's Dawoodi Bohra Community
In Pakistan, 75–85% of Dawoodi Bohra women experience female genital mutilation (FGM), a clandestine practice inflicting lasting physical and psychological trauma, despite lacking legal prohibition and facing resistance from community leaders.
Female Genital Mutilation Remains Widespread Among Pakistan's Dawoodi Bohra Community
In Pakistan, 75–85% of Dawoodi Bohra women experience female genital mutilation (FGM), a clandestine practice inflicting lasting physical and psychological trauma, despite lacking legal prohibition and facing resistance from community leaders.
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36% Bias Score
Taliban Orders Blocking of Windows Overlooking Afghan Women's Homes
The Taliban's supreme leader ordered the blocking of windows overlooking Afghan women's residential spaces on December 28th, citing potential 'obscenity' and mandating new buildings lack such views into neighbors' courtyards, kitchens, or wells, furthering restrictions on women since the Taliban's 2...
Taliban Orders Blocking of Windows Overlooking Afghan Women's Homes
The Taliban's supreme leader ordered the blocking of windows overlooking Afghan women's residential spaces on December 28th, citing potential 'obscenity' and mandating new buildings lack such views into neighbors' courtyards, kitchens, or wells, furthering restrictions on women since the Taliban's 2...
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48% Bias Score
3,500 Feminists Convene in Bangkok, Underscoring Global Solidarity and Resilience
The Association for Women's Rights in Development (Awid) hosted its 14th forum in Bangkok last month, bringing together 3,500 feminists from around the world to discuss the interconnected nature of oppression and strategize for a more just future, despite challenges such as visa restrictions and geo...
3,500 Feminists Convene in Bangkok, Underscoring Global Solidarity and Resilience
The Association for Women's Rights in Development (Awid) hosted its 14th forum in Bangkok last month, bringing together 3,500 feminists from around the world to discuss the interconnected nature of oppression and strategize for a more just future, despite challenges such as visa restrictions and geo...
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44% Bias Score
LGBTQ+ News 2024: Triumphs and Turmoil
The year 2024 saw a surge in LGBTQ+ visibility, marked by the tragic death of transgender teen Nex Benedict, controversies around transgender athletes, the rise of pop star Chappell Roan, Sarah McBride's historic election, and a Supreme Court case potentially restricting gender-affirming care for mi...
LGBTQ+ News 2024: Triumphs and Turmoil
The year 2024 saw a surge in LGBTQ+ visibility, marked by the tragic death of transgender teen Nex Benedict, controversies around transgender athletes, the rise of pop star Chappell Roan, Sarah McBride's historic election, and a Supreme Court case potentially restricting gender-affirming care for mi...
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44% Bias Score