“MyBodyMyChoice”: France first country to make abortion a constitutional right

In a historical decision, France became the world’s first country to explicitly guarantee a woman’s right to voluntarily terminate a pregnancy. French lawmakers, on Monday, passed a bill to enshrine … Continue reading “MyBodyMyChoice”: France first country to make abortion a constitutional right

Greenpeace India’s ‘Midnight Bus Tour’ highlights women’s mobility challenges and advocates for safer nighttime travel

Greenpeace India organized a ‘Midnight Bus Tour’ on 27th October in the national capital of India featuring an all-women lineup, including women from marginalized communities, journalists, researchers, influencers, social workers, … Continue reading Greenpeace India’s ‘Midnight Bus Tour’ highlights women’s mobility challenges and advocates for safer nighttime travel

Filmmaker Alankrita Shrivastava spotlights gender disparities in film industry at IIFTC; calls for equality in budget allocation for female-centric films

Prominent filmmaker Alankrita Shrivastava has drawn attention to the persisting gender disparities in the film industry while speaking at 10th edition of the India International Foreign Tourism Conclave (IIFTC). She … Continue reading Filmmaker Alankrita Shrivastava spotlights gender disparities in film industry at IIFTC; calls for equality in budget allocation for female-centric films

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Stars descend on India: Know all teams playing at AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2022

With the AFC Women’s Asian Cup India 2022 beginning on January 20, we do a short preview of all the 12 participating teams.

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Indian Women’s Football Team and Coach Dennerby Feel ‘Prepared’ for Asian Cup

AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2022: Coach Thomas Dennerby wants his Indian team to build from the back and hoped that his players would be comfortable with the ball.

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Cervical screening programme in the spotlight: outrageous money-saving ploy, or sensible Public Health Measure?

Rachel Paul’s change.org petition has gained traction across social media, as she urges Public Health Wales to renege on their change to Cervical Cancer Screening.

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Ghoulish online True Crime communities, online sleuthing & the case of Gabby Petito

There’s nothing new about human interest in crime but as we watched the revelations around the murder of Gabby Petito play out on social media, a ghoulish and repugnant entertainment factor crept in. 

L’Oréal Paris Celebrates Women in Cinema

This TIFF, L’Oréal Paris spotlights inspiring women making a significant difference in the film industry and reaffirms commitment to female empowerment through mentorship opportunities and a donation to TIFF’s Share Her Journey … Continue reading L’Oréal Paris Celebrates Women in Cinema

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Stella Creasy’s lawsuit on maternity rights shows up archaic MP role

Labour MP Stella Creasy wants the same maternity rights afforded to the rest of the UK child-bearing population in employment – including ministers. The rulings for MPs show the machinations … Continue reading Stella Creasy’s lawsuit on maternity rights shows up archaic MP role

URBAN ONE HONORS pays tribute to BLACK WOMEN leading the change

PERFORMANCES BYJAZMINE SULLIVAN, DA BRAT, LE’ANDRIA JOHNSON, AVERY SUNSHINE, KIM BURSE AND THE KB PLAYERS, AND MORE The Program Will Pay Special Homage to theInternational Sweethearts of Rhythm, The First … Continue reading URBAN ONE HONORS pays tribute to BLACK WOMEN leading the change

Sky Sports acquires rights for Barclays FA Women’s Super League

Broadcaster lands ground-breaking Barclays FA Women’s Superleague three-year rights deal starting from 2021 Sky Sports to show at least 35 live matches per season Barclays FA Women’s Superleague strengthens Sky’s … Continue reading Sky Sports acquires rights for Barclays FA Women’s Super League

Canadian documentary “Underplayed,” executive produced by Bud Light, explores inequality in the music industry and is set to premiere on Crave on International Women’s Day

For every share of the Underplayed trailer on International Women’s Day, Bud Light Canada will donate $1 to not-for-profit organization Women in Music Canada Following its world premiere at the 2020 Toronto … Continue reading Canadian documentary “Underplayed,” executive produced by Bud Light, explores inequality in the music industry and is set to premiere on Crave on International Women’s Day