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Right-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

The Supreme Court's Radical Right Turn Is About Restoring Patriarchy, Plain and Simple

The Supreme Court's decision in Dobbs v. Jackson represents a significant setback for women's rights, influenced by patriarchal grievances and political strategies.
Black Lives Matter
fromThe Nation
3 weeks ago

The Unexpected Triumph That Followed the Overturning of "Roe"

Despite the tragedy of lost access to abortion, there has been an unexpected increase in accessibility and affordability in some regions post-Dobbs.
Right-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

The Supreme Court's Radical Right Turn Is About Restoring Patriarchy, Plain and Simple

The Supreme Court's decision in Dobbs v. Jackson represents a significant setback for women's rights, influenced by patriarchal grievances and political strategies.
Black Lives Matter
fromThe Nation
3 weeks ago

The Unexpected Triumph That Followed the Overturning of "Roe"

Despite the tragedy of lost access to abortion, there has been an unexpected increase in accessibility and affordability in some regions post-Dobbs.
#domestic-violence
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Murder of Colombian model sparks outrage over rising femicides

The murder of Colombian model Maria Jose Estupinan highlights systemic failures in protecting women from violence, sparking outrage over increasing femicides.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Murder of Colombian model sparks outrage over rising femicides

The murder of Colombian model Maria Jose Estupinan highlights systemic failures in protecting women from violence, sparking outrage over increasing femicides.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Greenham Common women urge new generation to rise up' against nuclear threat

Nuclear weapons are like the emperor's new clothes, they can't be used and if they are they backfire because of radiation spreads and they target civilians.
UK politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Host Confronts Marjorie Taylor Greene For Posting Image of Statue of Liberty in a Burqa: What Did You Mean By That?'

A Muslim takeover... is a great threat to every single American woman and I think that's something all women should never want or allow to happen in America.
US politics
fromGameSpot
6 days ago

A Decade Later, Her Story Is Still A Mystery--And One Interpretation Makes Sam Barlow "Uncomfortable"

I remember just feeling really dumb that I'd never [asked], I'd love to sit down now and just ask her about all the other stuff she'd done in her life. "I wish I had an hour to sit down and interrogate her."
Video games
#social-justice
Black Lives Matter
fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Fiona Apple Returns With First New Song in 5 Years, "Pretrial (Let Her Go Home)"

Fiona Apple's new song focuses on the injustice of cash-bail systems affecting jailed mothers.
The song is inspired by Apple's experiences observing court hearings advocating for jailed mothers.
Black Lives Matter
fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Fiona Apple Returns With First New Song in 5 Years, "Pretrial (Let Her Go Home)"

Fiona Apple's new song focuses on the injustice of cash-bail systems affecting jailed mothers.
The song is inspired by Apple's experiences observing court hearings advocating for jailed mothers.
#social-housing
#legal-reform
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Why abortion rights in the UK are getting more and more perilous

Legal ramifications for women seeking abortions in England are severe, impacting their safety and healthcare trust.
There is a growing trend of legal prosecutions against women for abortion-related offenses.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Why abortion rights in the UK are getting more and more perilous

Legal ramifications for women seeking abortions in England are severe, impacting their safety and healthcare trust.
There is a growing trend of legal prosecutions against women for abortion-related offenses.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Quarter of women fleeing abuse unable to secure suitable refuge vacancy

Despite repeated efforts, almost one in four women fleeing abuse are unable to find refuge due to a lack of available spaces, exacerbating their situation.
UK news
#abortion
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Abortion arrest: Recording reveals police concern

Concerns arise over the police's handling of abortion-related arrests, particularly in sensitive circumstances involving vulnerable women.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

What Would It Mean to Defend All Abortions?

Ayana chose to have an abortion due to personal and economic pressures, understanding her limits as a mother of three.
Her experience reflects wider societal challenges surrounding access to abortion and the political debates fueling division.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Abortion arrest: Recording reveals police concern

Concerns arise over the police's handling of abortion-related arrests, particularly in sensitive circumstances involving vulnerable women.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

What Would It Mean to Defend All Abortions?

Ayana chose to have an abortion due to personal and economic pressures, understanding her limits as a mother of three.
Her experience reflects wider societal challenges surrounding access to abortion and the political debates fueling division.
fromianVisits
1 week ago

Unsilenced: New exhibition exposes sexual violence as a weapon of war

"It's a difficult exhibition as it's a topic that is and should be uncomfortable and is something we instinctively shy away from learning too much about."
Women in technology
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 week ago

Plaque at Hampstead home of 'forgotten' feminist and friend of Virginia Woolf

Margaret Llewelyn Davies was a pioneering social reformer and leader of the Women's Co-operative Guild, advocating women's rights and suffrage during her impactful life.
London politics
#reproductive-health
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Exclusive | 'Outspoken' female NYC teacher-union rep targeted by 'disgusting' cards in urinals

A city teacher's union rep, Amy Arundell, faces harassment after a defeat in a presidential race, including laminated cards placed in urinals demeaning her.
NYC politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Modest fashion' headed for mainstream despite political hostility, say experts

The rise of modest fashion, influentially led by Muslim consumers and social media, defies cultural and political backlash, highlighting a growing global demand for inclusive clothing.
Fashion & style
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

The risk was worth it': All Fours author Miranda July on sex, power and giving women permission to blow up their lives

The disruption of norms would be so immense that you wouldn't necessarily need your circumstances or feelings to correspond to the author's for that to upend your life.
Women
#healthcare
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

NYS Senate passes prison reform bill aiming to promote health and human rights of incarcerated pregnant people | amNewYork

The CARE Act mandates basic prenatal and postpartum healthcare for incarcerated pregnant individuals and their children in New York State.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The case of Nicola Packer tells us this: Britain is shamed by its abortion laws and must change them | Jonathan Lord

The legal system's treatment of Nicola Packer highlights systemic failures in compassionate care for women in abortion cases.
France politics
fromThe Local France
4 weeks ago

Abortion pill inventor Etienne-Emile Baulieu dies aged 98

Etienne-Emile Baulieu, inventor of the abortion pill, passed away at 98, leaving a legacy of women's rights and healthcare advancements.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

NYS Senate passes prison reform bill aiming to promote health and human rights of incarcerated pregnant people | amNewYork

The CARE Act mandates basic prenatal and postpartum healthcare for incarcerated pregnant individuals and their children in New York State.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The case of Nicola Packer tells us this: Britain is shamed by its abortion laws and must change them | Jonathan Lord

The legal system's treatment of Nicola Packer highlights systemic failures in compassionate care for women in abortion cases.
France politics
fromThe Local France
4 weeks ago

Abortion pill inventor Etienne-Emile Baulieu dies aged 98

Etienne-Emile Baulieu, inventor of the abortion pill, passed away at 98, leaving a legacy of women's rights and healthcare advancements.
#film
Independent films
fromKqed
2 months ago

'April' Is a Grimly Spellbinding Indictment of Patriarchy

Dea Kulumbegashvili's film 'April' explores themes of trauma, isolation, and judgment in a haunting narrative centered around women's reproductive experiences.
Film
fromRoger Ebert
2 weeks ago

The 20 Best Films of 2025 So Far | Features | Roger Ebert

The film industry saw both challenges and triumphs in 2025, with a few standout films emerging despite controversies around A.I. and mid-budget movies.
Independent films
fromKqed
2 months ago

'April' Is a Grimly Spellbinding Indictment of Patriarchy

Dea Kulumbegashvili's film 'April' explores themes of trauma, isolation, and judgment in a haunting narrative centered around women's reproductive experiences.
Film
fromRoger Ebert
2 weeks ago

The 20 Best Films of 2025 So Far | Features | Roger Ebert

The film industry saw both challenges and triumphs in 2025, with a few standout films emerging despite controversies around A.I. and mid-budget movies.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Outrage as sugar cane workers in India still being pushed' into having hysterectomies

Women in Maharashtra's sugar cane fields face pressure to undergo unnecessary hysterectomies for economic survival.
#feminism
Women
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Susan Brownmiller dies at 90; her landmark book, Against Our Will,' reshaped conversations on rape and sexual assault

Susan Brownmiller, a leading feminist author known for her work on sexual assault, has died at the age of 90.
Women
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Susan Brownmiller dies at 90; her landmark book, Against Our Will,' reshaped conversations on rape and sexual assault

Susan Brownmiller, a leading feminist author known for her work on sexual assault, has died at the age of 90.
Podcast
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Soccer and podcast star Alex Cooper claims sexual harassment by college coach

Alex Cooper alleged sexual harassment by her college coach during her time at Boston University.
#history
Madrid food
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

In Spain, a chat on the doorstep is a custom worth preserving in the digital age | Maria Ramirez

No new ban on older women sitting outdoors exists; the police urged respect for public space instead.
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

Justin Baldoni's Defamation Suit Against Blake Lively Dismissed

Baldoni's defamation suit against Lively was dismissed by Judge Liman, stating he 'did not adequately allege' the falsity of Lively's statements. Only contract interference claims may be refiled.
SF LGBT
#abortion-access
US news
fromThe Washington Post
3 weeks ago

Maine will let abortion-pill prescribers keep their names off labels

Maine's new law allows healthcare providers to use facility names instead of personal names on abortion medication labels for safety.
NYC parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Demand for later abortions is on the rise in the US. Clinics that perform them are disappearing

Boulder abortion clinic's closure complicates access to later-term abortions amid rising demand post-Roe v. Wade.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
3 weeks ago

Maine will let abortion-pill prescribers keep their names off labels

Maine's new law allows healthcare providers to use facility names instead of personal names on abortion medication labels for safety.
NYC parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Demand for later abortions is on the rise in the US. Clinics that perform them are disappearing

Boulder abortion clinic's closure complicates access to later-term abortions amid rising demand post-Roe v. Wade.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

How ordinary men became unpaid Taliban enforcers in their own homes

Fathers in Taliban-controlled Afghanistan are forced to enforce oppressive gender laws on their daughters to protect them from Taliban repercussions.
fromThe New Yorker
3 weeks ago

Jim Shepard on Catastrophes and Timing

"As our sense of norms and national unity have disintegrated, I've become more fascinated with those historical cultures in which both were strong, if not so strong as to often seem oppressive."
London politics
#sexual-assault
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

I was sexually assaulted while in the military. I had planned my suicide, then I discovered I was pregnant.

Kori Cioca's experience reveals the toxic culture in the military and its prolonged impact on survivors of sexual assault.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Smokey Robinson accused by former housekeepers of sexual assault and rape

Four former housekeepers accuse Smokey Robinson of repeated sexual assault while working for him, seeking $50 million in damages.
#jk-rowling
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

J.K. Rowling uses 'Harry Potter' wealth to fund anti-transgender organization

J.K. Rowling is establishing a fund to support legal battles against transgender rights, promoting a controversial agenda on women's sex-based rights.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

J.K. Rowling uses 'Harry Potter' wealth to fund anti-transgender organization

J.K. Rowling is establishing a fund to support legal battles against transgender rights, promoting a controversial agenda on women's sex-based rights.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
3 weeks ago

This Is the Safest City in the World for Women Traveling Solo-and It's Not in Europe or the U.S.

Dubai is recognized as the safest city for solo female travelers, based on comprehensive safety ratings and tourism metrics.
#gender-equality
Non-profit organizations
fromeuronews
3 weeks ago

'They will die': Foreign aid cuts hit women and girls the hardest

Foreign aid cuts are severely impacting women's rights organizations, risking lives and vital support for women and girls in crisis zones.
Non-profit organizations
fromeuronews
3 weeks ago

'They will die': Foreign aid cuts hit women and girls the hardest

Foreign aid cuts are severely impacting women's rights organizations, risking lives and vital support for women and girls in crisis zones.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Bay Area city gets settlement in AI pornography case, while Deepnude' owner remains defiant

AI technology is under legal scrutiny for enabling non-consensual image modifications, with one company settling but others contesting the lawsuit.
#world-war-ii
SF LGBT
fromwww.dw.com
4 weeks ago

Catherine Duleep Singh: The Nazi-defying Indian royal DW 06/02/2025

Princess Catherine Hilda Duleep Singh quietly resisted Nazi Germany while living openly with a female partner, challenging societal norms long before LGBTQ+ rights were recognized.
SF LGBT
fromwww.dw.com
4 weeks ago

Catherine Duleep Singh: The Nazi-defying Indian royal DW 06/02/2025

Princess Catherine Hilda Duleep Singh quietly resisted Nazi Germany while living openly with a female partner, challenging societal norms long before LGBTQ+ rights were recognized.
Women in technology
fromAdvocate.com
4 weeks ago

Imane Khelif must undergo 'mandatory sex testing' to compete in Olympics

World Boxing mandates sex testing for women's competitors, specifically naming Imane Khelif amidst controversies over gender verification.
#human-rights
Women
fromtime.com
1 month ago

Meet the Jailed Husband of Iran's Most Prominent Women's Rights Defender

Reza Khandan faced arrest for advocating women's rights in Iran, demonstrating resilience against governmental oppression.
Women
fromtime.com
1 month ago

Meet the Jailed Husband of Iran's Most Prominent Women's Rights Defender

Reza Khandan faced arrest for advocating women's rights in Iran, demonstrating resilience against governmental oppression.
NYC parents
fromtime.com
1 month ago

The Devastating History of Baby Relinquishment

Safe Haven Baby Boxes provide anonymous surrender for infants, but lack reliable data on their effectiveness and implications for women's rights.
Women in technology
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'Three things in life are certain - death, taxes and your OnlyFans nudes being leaked': how women's sexuality is hijacked online

Davies's book highlights the pervasive issue of non-consensual sharing of intimate photos and the misogyny that fuels it.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Trump Pounces on Gavin Newsom in Trans Athletes Rant: The Governor, Himself, Said It Is UNFAIR'

Trump criticizes California's policies on transgender athletes in women's sports amid controversy.
#athletics
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Women in technology

The first woman to complete the Boston Marathon still runs most days. She shared 3 tips for getting fit at any age.

fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Women in technology

The first woman to complete the Boston Marathon still runs most days. She shared 3 tips for getting fit at any age.

Arts
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

In Mexico, Songs for Women who Kill Their Abusers

Vivir Quintana’s new album highlights the injustices faced by women who kill abusive partners in Mexico, often facing legal repercussions instead of protection.
Women
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Why Iran 'cannot turn back time' on public hijab rule DW 05/21/2025

Iran's hijab policy reflects growing tensions between traditional mandates and women's rights movements in a changing social landscape.
#equality-act
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Labour to cancel its women's conference after supreme court gender ruling

Labour cancels women's conference and restricts all-women shortlists amidst legal concerns.
The decision has drawn criticism from gender rights groups.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Labour to cancel its women's conference after supreme court gender ruling

Labour cancels women's conference and restricts all-women shortlists amidst legal concerns.
The decision has drawn criticism from gender rights groups.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Trump is using his assault on government to retaliate against women | Judith Levine

Federal judge blocks Justice Department from cancelling ABA grants citing retaliation against anti-Trump stance.
US Elections
fromtime.com
1 month ago

The SAVE Act Could Threaten Voting Access for Many WomenAnd Repeat History

The SAVE Act could severely limit voting rights for American women, reminiscent of past discriminatory legislation.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Republicans are attacking childcare funding. Their goal? To push women out of the workforce | Moira Donegan

Proposed White House budget initially eliminated Head Start funding, reflecting ongoing debates about childcare and women's roles in society.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Nancy Mace Has Blunt Response as Transgender Activist Arrested for Death Threats Against Her

We live in fear every day, looking over our shoulders because these trans activists fuel violence, she said. And yet not one Democrat has spoken up to say it's wrong.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Polish election: Tusk party urged to show it is not deceiving women' on abortion

This is the election that will let us know how much of a chance we have to push through with an actual legislative change.
UK politics
Law
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Louisiana Opens Second Case Against New York Doctor Who Mailed Abortion Pills

Anti-abortion states are intensifying efforts to regulate abortions beyond their borders, particularly targeting providers who send abortion pills to their states.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Sperm donor who claims he fathered more than 180 children loses custody battle

This was a horrific experience for me. I was left broken and suicidal by my encounter with him. I can't eat. I was close to ending my life.
UK news
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Refuses to Yield To Disrespectful Men' As Republican Tells Her To Stop Addressing the Camera'

Rep. Ocasio-Cortez criticized proposed Medicaid cuts and emphasized the need for exemptions related to women's health issues, notably after miscarriages.
NYC music
fromConsequence
1 month ago

Garbage reveal furious new song "Get Out My Face AKA Bad Kitty"

Garbage's new single critiques toxic masculinity and highlights the war on women in America.
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