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Staff Shortages Cripple German Daycares, Exacerbating Work-Life Imbalance
Due to staff shortages and closures, German daycare centers are unreliable, forcing parents to reduce work hours or rely on informal care, according to economist Monika Schnitzer, who highlights the need for more funding and personnel to address a 125,000-person shortfall in qualified staff.
Staff Shortages Cripple German Daycares, Exacerbating Work-Life Imbalance
Due to staff shortages and closures, German daycare centers are unreliable, forcing parents to reduce work hours or rely on informal care, according to economist Monika Schnitzer, who highlights the need for more funding and personnel to address a 125,000-person shortfall in qualified staff.
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48% Bias Score
50 Years of the Sex Discrimination Act: Progress and Persistent Inequalities
The Sex Discrimination Act of 1975, while achieving some progress in gender equality in the UK, has failed to completely close the gender pay gap, with a 13% gap remaining when part-time workers are considered, and the cost of childcare remains a major obstacle.
50 Years of the Sex Discrimination Act: Progress and Persistent Inequalities
The Sex Discrimination Act of 1975, while achieving some progress in gender equality in the UK, has failed to completely close the gender pay gap, with a 13% gap remaining when part-time workers are considered, and the cost of childcare remains a major obstacle.
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48% Bias Score
Illegal Gold Mining Fuels Sex Trafficking and Violence Against Women in the Brazilian Amazon
In Itaituaba, Brazil, women are forced into sex work in illegal gold mines due to poverty and lack of opportunities; Dayane Leite and Natalia Cavalcante's experiences highlight the harsh conditions and risks, including murder, as the illegal gold trade fuels exploitation, with Canada, Switzerland, a...
Illegal Gold Mining Fuels Sex Trafficking and Violence Against Women in the Brazilian Amazon
In Itaituaba, Brazil, women are forced into sex work in illegal gold mines due to poverty and lack of opportunities; Dayane Leite and Natalia Cavalcante's experiences highlight the harsh conditions and risks, including murder, as the illegal gold trade fuels exploitation, with Canada, Switzerland, a...
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56% Bias Score
Dutch Criminologist Highlights Dependency as Key Factor in Violence
Janine Janssen, a Dutch criminologist, studies the relationship between violence and dependency, revealing that in many cases perpetrators exploit the victim's emotional or material dependence; her research extends to environmental crime and advocating for legal rights for nature.
Dutch Criminologist Highlights Dependency as Key Factor in Violence
Janine Janssen, a Dutch criminologist, studies the relationship between violence and dependency, revealing that in many cases perpetrators exploit the victim's emotional or material dependence; her research extends to environmental crime and advocating for legal rights for nature.
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28% Bias Score
Frankfurt Kitchen: A Social Housing Revolution
In the 1920s, Margarete Schütte-Lihotzky designed the space-saving, efficient "Frankfurt kitchen" to improve the lives of working-class families in post-WWI Germany; its industrial production and global adoption revolutionized kitchen design.
Frankfurt Kitchen: A Social Housing Revolution
In the 1920s, Margarete Schütte-Lihotzky designed the space-saving, efficient "Frankfurt kitchen" to improve the lives of working-class families in post-WWI Germany; its industrial production and global adoption revolutionized kitchen design.
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44% Bias Score
Spanish Film Director Highlights Gender Inequality in the Industry
Spanish film director Paula Ortiz discusses the challenges women face in the industry, including subtle sexual coercion, societal expectations, and the double standard for women in positions of power, using her own experiences and the lack of progress in addressing MeToo in Spain as examples.
Spanish Film Director Highlights Gender Inequality in the Industry
Spanish film director Paula Ortiz discusses the challenges women face in the industry, including subtle sexual coercion, societal expectations, and the double standard for women in positions of power, using her own experiences and the lack of progress in addressing MeToo in Spain as examples.
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32% Bias Score
Femosphere: Online Space Promotes Conservative Gender Roles Under Feminist Guise
Researchers have identified the 'femosphere', an online space attracting young women with seemingly feminist labels but promoting conservative values regarding gender roles and financial dependence on men, contrasting with mainstream feminism and potentially impacting future gender equality movement...
Femosphere: Online Space Promotes Conservative Gender Roles Under Feminist Guise
Researchers have identified the 'femosphere', an online space attracting young women with seemingly feminist labels but promoting conservative values regarding gender roles and financial dependence on men, contrasting with mainstream feminism and potentially impacting future gender equality movement...
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60% Bias Score
Global Setback for Women in Politics: Election Results Show Significant Decline
In 60% of countries holding elections last year, the number of female representatives decreased, impacting global gender parity in politics; several factors contributed to this decline, including political shifts and increased harassment of female candidates.
Global Setback for Women in Politics: Election Results Show Significant Decline
In 60% of countries holding elections last year, the number of female representatives decreased, impacting global gender parity in politics; several factors contributed to this decline, including political shifts and increased harassment of female candidates.
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40% Bias Score
Fashion Industry Regresses on Size Inclusivity
A concerning trend of declining size inclusivity in the fashion industry is causing body shaming of celebrities and a lack of representation for plus-size models on runways, despite prior pushes for body positivity.
Fashion Industry Regresses on Size Inclusivity
A concerning trend of declining size inclusivity in the fashion industry is causing body shaming of celebrities and a lack of representation for plus-size models on runways, despite prior pushes for body positivity.
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60% Bias Score
Mukadderat" Wins Best Film Award, Sparking Debate on Gender and Age
Mukadderat," winner of the Best Film Award at the 2024 Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival, portrays Sultan, a 65-year-old widow in Cide, Kastamonu, who seeks a new husband, challenging traditional expectations and sparking controversy.
Mukadderat" Wins Best Film Award, Sparking Debate on Gender and Age
Mukadderat," winner of the Best Film Award at the 2024 Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival, portrays Sultan, a 65-year-old widow in Cide, Kastamonu, who seeks a new husband, challenging traditional expectations and sparking controversy.
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36% Bias Score
Fernández Faces Assault Charges, 18-Year Sentence Possible
Former Argentinian President Alberto Fernández faces charges of assault and threats against his ex-partner, Fabiola Yañez, with a potential sentence of 18 years imprisonment; the case originated from evidence found during an unrelated investigation, and Yañez claims ongoing harassment.
Fernández Faces Assault Charges, 18-Year Sentence Possible
Former Argentinian President Alberto Fernández faces charges of assault and threats against his ex-partner, Fabiola Yañez, with a potential sentence of 18 years imprisonment; the case originated from evidence found during an unrelated investigation, and Yañez claims ongoing harassment.
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48% Bias Score
Costco Rejects Shareholder DEI Risk Proposal, Reaffirms Commitment to Inclusion
Costco's board rejected a shareholder proposal questioning the financial risks of its DEI policies, emphasizing its commitment to inclusion and aligning with its mission, despite concerns raised about potential lawsuits and reputational damage; FY24 data shows opportunities for increased representat...
Costco Rejects Shareholder DEI Risk Proposal, Reaffirms Commitment to Inclusion
Costco's board rejected a shareholder proposal questioning the financial risks of its DEI policies, emphasizing its commitment to inclusion and aligning with its mission, despite concerns raised about potential lawsuits and reputational damage; FY24 data shows opportunities for increased representat...
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60% Bias Score
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