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๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Women and Sanremo, the Festival stuck in another era

An analysis discusses the lack of female representation and the outdated portrayal of women at the Sanremo Festival.

Feb 27 โ€ข 16:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Sanremo 2026, third evening: schedule, guests, and competing singers

The third evening of the 76th edition of the Sanremo Festival features fifteen competing artists, performances by high-profile guests, and discussions on the lack of female representation in the lineup.

Feb 26 โ€ข 18:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Pawan, Khesari's career over? Akshara said - Where are their films?

Actress Akshara Singh asserts that the Bhojpuri film industry is undergoing a significant transformation where female actors now dominate and male actors face a lack of work.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

"This is a field of turnips": Rigoberta Bandini and Luis Tosar visit 'La revuelta' before the Goya Awards

Rigoberta Bandini and Luis Tosar presented the 'Goscar' awards at 'La revuelta' and criticized the lack of female representation in David Broncano's program.

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

BH judge is called to act in the 2nd Instance of TJMG; female presence is still low in the judiciary

Judge Beatriz Junqueira Guimarรฃes has begun her term in the 2nd Instance of the Minas Gerais Court of Justice, highlighting the ongoing gender disparity in Brazil's judiciary.

Feb 25 โ€ข 07:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

TOP30 CEOs of Companies from GPW. Bankers Dominate, Women Still in the Minority

The latest SEC Newgate ranking of top CEOs from the Warsaw Stock Exchange highlights a dominance of bankers, while female representation remains low.

Feb 25 โ€ข 03:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

With 30% Female Executives, Gender Representation in Executive Committees of Large Companies Progressing Well

France is nearing a mandate requiring 30% of executive committee positions to be held by women, with current levels at nearly 29%.

Feb 23 โ€ข 06:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Denmark: 'It seems the most important thing is that they show breasts'

In Denmark, there is a growing activism trend where naked female statues are being covered with knitted garments, largely inspired by author Maren Uthaug.

Feb 22 โ€ข 15:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Local Elections in Bavaria: Mayor Forgotten on Ballot

In Riedering, Bavaria, a local resident discovered that the ballot for mayor did not include the female mayor's name, prompting calls for reform ahead of the 2026 elections.

Feb 20 โ€ข 15:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

New Members of the Art Academy Include Hiromi Kawakami: No Selections from 'New Fields,' Decrease in Women

The Japan Art Academy announced seven new members, including author Hiromi Kawakami, while highlighting a lack of female representation and selections from newly established artistic fields.

Feb 20 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Starmer appoints Antonia Romeo as Britainโ€™s first female cabinet secretary โ€“ UK politics live

Antonia Romeo has been appointed as the first female cabinet secretary in the UK, emphasizing delivery, efficiency, and innovation within the civil service.

Feb 19 โ€ข 09:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
National & Local

Knitting activism should be debated in the Folketing

Katrine Daugaard, cultural spokesperson for the Liberal Alliance in Denmark, has brought the knitting campaign covering the country's nude female statues to parliamentary debate.

Feb 18 โ€ข 16:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Series 'Female Images in German Film': When Lola Started Running

The article reflects on the impact of the film 'Run Lola Run' on German cinema, highlighting its themes of love, chance, time, money, and death.

Feb 18 โ€ข 12:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Beija-flor's Director of Tamborins Calls for Female Representation in Carnival

Laรญsa Lima, the first female tamborin director of the Beija-Flor samba school, emphasizes the need for greater female representation in the Carnival.

Feb 17 โ€ข 06:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Maren Uthaug: Come on, women can do more than just be naked

A group of women in Denmark has begun knitting clothes for naked female statues in protest against their representation, as discussed by author Maren Uthaug.

Feb 16 โ€ข 18:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Could the appeal of renewal be through generational change and the promotion of women? The intentions behind the new executive of the centrist party are transparent

The newly elected representative of the Centrist Reform Union, Junya Ogawa, aims to promote renewal through generational change and increased female representation within the party.

Feb 16 โ€ข 11:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Liberal figure Charlotte Mortlock quits party amid feared backlash over dumping of first female leader

Charlotte Mortlock has resigned from the Liberal party and her grassroots group, Hilma's Network, due to concerns over voter backlash following the removal of the party's first female leader.

Feb 15 โ€ข 02:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Local Elections 2026 in Bavaria: Letโ€™s Finally Vote More Women!

The article discusses the call for increased female representation in local elections in Bavaria ahead of the 2026 elections.

Feb 13 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Before the CDU Party Conference: Do Women Really Make Better Politics?

The article discusses Ines Claus's candidacy for the deputy federal chair of the CDU and her belief that more female representation in the party could attract more female voters.

Feb 13 โ€ข 06:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Electoral Law Reform: CDU Women Want to Commit Parties to Parity

CDU female politicians in Germany are advocating for a parity law to increase the representation of women in the Bundestag, currently at just 32.4%.

Feb 12 โ€ข 15:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Furious female Labour MPs urge Starmer to make a woman his de facto deputy

Female Labour MPs in the UK are demanding that leader Keir Starmer appoint a woman to a prominent deputy role to help bring about cultural change in government.

Feb 11 โ€ข 14:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Promises for Women, but Lack of Leadership... Issue Raised at 'Round Table Tamil Nadu'

The 'Round Table Tamil Nadu' event hosted by India Today highlighted the urgent need for increased female representation in leadership roles within political parties, as discussed by senior women leaders from BJP, DMK, and AIADMK.

Feb 11 โ€ข 12:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

In real life and fiction, why are there so many disputes among women?

The article discusses the theme of female rivalry as portrayed in Brazilian soap operas and reality TV, highlighting the urgent need for improved female cooperation.

Feb 10 โ€ข 15:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Ian Wright 'myth dispelled' as footage resurfaces after fresh Eni Aluko row

Ian Wright faces a controversy with Eni Aluko regarding the representation of female pundits in women's football.

Feb 9 โ€ข 18:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Equality: There is a mandate that Rita Sรผssmuth has given to those who mourn her

Rita Sรผssmuth's final political fight aimed to increase female representation in German parliaments, advocating for equality and laws to ensure more women are elected.

Feb 5 โ€ข 14:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
Life & Tech

This Week's Films: From Zero to Infinity

A review of the film 'The Sound of Falling', directed by Masha Silinski, showcasing strong female performances, deemed a significant cinematic achievement in Greek theaters for 2026.

Feb 5 โ€ข 06:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Lifestyle Debate: Those Who Show Weakness Are Out

The article discusses the longstanding mockery surrounding the Chancellor's image of women, highlighting a past incident involving government spokesperson Sebastian Hille and the low female representation in the cabinet.

Feb 2 โ€ข 12:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

The left betrays feminism

The article criticizes the left-wing coalition in Campania for its lack of female representation in political leadership despite its claims of being anti-sexist.

Jan 10 โ€ข 08:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Only 3 out of 10 diplomats are women. Poland falls short compared to Europe

Despite a growing number of female diplomats worldwide and in the EU, Poland continues to lag behind in gender representation within its diplomatic corps.

Jan 7 โ€ข 08:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Share of female officers in Ukraine's Armed Forces rises from 4% to 21% in two years

The proportion of female officers in Ukraine's Armed Forces has surged from 4% to 21% in just two years, highlighting a significant increase in gender representation within the military.

Jan 4 โ€ข 09:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

The number of female directors is decreasing. 'Complete halt of any progress'

Recent data reveals a significant decline in the representation of female directors in the film industry, marking the lowest level in seven years.

Jan 3 โ€ข 11:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Management: Four DAX Companies with 50 Percent Women

The representation of women in DAX executive boards has significantly increased in recent years but saw a slight decline in 2025, despite a legal requirement for a minimum female participation in boards established in 2022.

Jan 2 โ€ข 06:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
Life & Tech

From Winslet to Johansson, now the big stars are becoming directors

The article discusses the shift in Hollywood where female stars like Kate Winslet and Scarlett Johansson are increasingly taking on directing roles, reflecting a change in representation and gender dynamics in the film industry.

Dec 31 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช taz
Life & Tech

Films with Brigitte Bardot: The Greedy Gaze of the Audience

The article discusses how Brigitte Bardot portrayed female temptation in her films while ultimately escaping the exploitative male gaze.

Dec 28 โ€ข 15:18 UTC

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