Tag #Gender Issues

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Son's Campaign Frees Mother Jailed for Husband's Murder

Sally Challen, after being jailed for life in 2011 for murdering her husband with a hammer, was freed in 2019 due to her son David's campaign highlighting years of coercive control she suffered; her conviction was quashed, and she pleaded guilty to manslaughter.

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Gender Equality
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Rome Bartender Arrested for Sexual Assault

In Rome, a 28-year-old bartender was arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a 48-year-old woman in his bar on Thursday, prompting a feminist protest and highlighting concerns about sexual violence.

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Gender Equality
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Germany Grants Maternity Leave for Miscarriages After 13th Week

Germany now provides maternity leave (2-8 weeks) for miscarriages after the 13th week of pregnancy, impacting an estimated 6,000 women annually, though privately insured self-employed women are excluded.

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Gender Equality
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Northern Cyprus: Headscarf Controversy Exposes Secularism-Conservatism Divide

A headscarf controversy in Northern Cyprus schools has ignited a debate over secularism versus increasing conservatism, dividing the population and leading to protests and a government amendment allowing high school students to wear headscarves; however, ongoing teacher strikes continue. This reflec...

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Gender Equality
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High Visceral Fat Poses Significant Health Risks for Men

High visceral fat in men, often hidden by muscle or societal acceptance, increases mortality risk; 40-46% of US men are obese, and new medications offer potential solutions, but require further study and a holistic approach.

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Disabled Mother Challenges Societal Norms in New Memoir

Jessica Slice's memoir, "Unfit Parent," details her experiences as a disabled mother, advocating for a more inclusive society that supports all parents and challenges the stigma surrounding disability.

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Reduced Inequality
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Serbia's High Episiotomy Rate: A Critical Examination

In Serbia, the episiotomy rate during vaginal births is alarmingly high, reaching 50% compared to the WHO's recommended 10%, resulting in significant pain and psychological distress for women due to outdated practices, insufficient hospital staff, and a lack of informed consent.

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Germany Expands Maternity Leave for Miscarriages

Germany's Bundestag recently expanded maternity leave to include miscarriages between weeks 13-24, granting women 2-8 weeks of leave, acknowledging the physical and emotional impact of pregnancy loss; however, access to abortion remains restricted.

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Ultrarunner Wins Race While Breastfeeding

Stephanie Case, a 42-year-old Canadian human rights lawyer and ultrarunner, won the Ultra-Trail Snowdonia 100k race in Wales while breastfeeding her six-month-old daughter at three checkpoints along the 6,500-meter elevation course, finishing in 16 hours and 53 minutes.

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Gender Equality
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Perimenopause and Menopause: A Comedian's Journey and Expert Insights

Comedian Samantha Bee's experience with perimenopause, starting around age 47, highlights the lack of open discussion about this transitional phase for women. Dr. Jen Gunter, a leading OB-GYN, emphasizes the importance of understanding the "menopause experience," covering perimenopause and menopause...

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Good Health and Well-being
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Spanish Mother Highlights Challenges of Raising Child with ASD Amidst Inflexible Work Schedule

A Spanish mother recounts the struggles of raising a 7-year-old son with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), whose refusal to dress stems from her demanding work schedule, highlighting the lack of work-life balance and societal support for families with children with disabilities in Spain.

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Australian Male Celebrities Launch Campaign Against Family Violence

A video featuring Australian celebrities and sports stars, launched by the Chief Justice of the Federal Circuit and Family Court, urges men to actively challenge violence against women, aiming to break the cycle of family violence and build stronger communities.

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Gender Equality

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