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🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Kenya Steps Up Push for Clean Water Access As Women Bear Burden of Shortages

Kenya is intensifying efforts to improve access to clean water, addressing gender disparities in water access as highlighted during World Water Day celebrations.

Mar 23 • 06:33 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Will this grade disappear from schools? Poles advise the Ministry of Education. Devastating survey results for 'Wprost'

The Polish Minister of Education, Barbara Nowacka, acknowledged the controversial nature of behavioral grades in schools, emphasizing their potential negative impact on boys, despite stating they will remain in the system for now.

Mar 19 • 05:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Number of girls in technology courses at Etecs falls by 21% in one year

The enrollment of girls in technology courses at Etecs in Brazil has decreased by 21.2% in one year, with stark gender disparities in several programs.

Mar 17 • 18:47 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Increased Proportion of Women in 'People' Column: Analyzing 40 Years, Gender Disparities Remain

A recent analysis of Asahi Shimbun's 'People' column reveals that the proportion of women featured has increased to over 40%, though significant gender disparities persist.

Mar 12 • 22:30 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

8M: The Debt of Social Security and the 'Tax' of Being a Woman

INEGI's recent report reveals a significant decline in access to health services in Mexico, particularly affecting women, correlating with persistent gender disparities.

Mar 11 • 09:27 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Beyond 8M

Despite some advances in gender equality, significant disparities between men and women in the labor market persist, as highlighted during recent marches across Mexico on International Women's Day.

Mar 9 • 07:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Analysis: Female executives earn nearly 100,000 less than men

A recent wage analysis reveals a significant pay gap between male and female executives in Denmark, with female leaders earning an average of 98,000 kroner less annually than their male counterparts.

Mar 8 • 08:16 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

International Women's Day: How Equal is Sweden

The article examines the state of gender equality in Sweden, highlighting both progress and ongoing disparities, especially in income and violence against women.

Mar 8 • 07:36 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Women earn nearly a fifth less than men, disparities have deepened. Those in finance are worst off.

A report outlines that women in Czechia earn significantly less than men, particularly highlighting the disparities in the finance sector.

Mar 7 • 04:50 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

International Women's Day: Why the DAX was not the only focus of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange this week

The Frankfurt Stock Exchange saw a dual focus on the DAX and International Women's Day, highlighting gender disparities in investment.

Mar 6 • 17:34 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Ivory Coast: women tap into financial freedom through rubber tree farms

In Ivory Coast, women are increasingly achieving financial independence through the ownership of rubber tree farms as part of an initiative to address gender disparities in land ownership.

Mar 6 • 15:14 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Research: The responsibility for sexual health in Estonia has mostly fallen on women

A recent sexual health study in Estonia reveals significant gender differences in testing behaviors and medical consultations, indicating that women test for STIs much more frequently than men.

Mar 3 • 11:00 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Respect for Women in the World is Growing, Mainly Men Think So

A Gallup survey across 140 countries shows that, generally, men more often believe women are treated with respect, even as significant gender disparities remain.

Mar 3 • 10:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Every fifth woman, every tenth man. Hundreds of thousands of people have encountered domestic violence in the Czech Republic, a survey showed

A recent survey indicates that hundreds of thousands of people in the Czech Republic have experienced domestic violence, highlighting significant gender disparities.

Mar 2 • 14:58 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Men almost twice as likely as women to earn high salaries in ‘reality check’ on Australia’s gender pay gap

A report by Australia’s Workplace Gender Equality Agency reveals that men are significantly more likely than women to earn high salaries, highlighting persistent gender pay disparities.

Mar 2 • 14:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

USA: Deaths from heart attack increased among adults under 55 years

Increased mortality from heart attacks among adults under 55 in the USA highlights gender disparities in hospital care and outcomes.

Feb 27 • 13:22 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Will everyone soon know my salary? A change to wages is coming that worries many

A new EU directive set to be implemented in 2026 aims to increase salary transparency across workplaces to address gender pay gaps.

Feb 26 • 11:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Trump and the Women's Hockey Olympic Champions: A Visible Rift in America's Sports

The U.S. women's hockey Olympic team declined an invitation to meet President Trump, highlighting gender disparities in sports and recognition between male and female athletes.

Feb 25 • 13:50 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The government proposes not to consider G. Paluckas' initiative on salary transparency: will submit amendments to the Labor Code

The Lithuanian government is pushing to amend the Labor Code to mandate salary transparency among employers, emphasizing equal pay and the reporting of wage disparities based on gender.

Feb 25 • 12:15 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

The most educated women, but penalized in work. Salaries 25% lower and pensions 44% lower

Despite being more educated, women in Italy continue to face significant wage disparities in the workplace, with salaries averaging 25% lower than men's and pensions 44% less.

Feb 24 • 14:32 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Kadri Aavik: The Science System Gives an Advantage to Male Researchers

Kadri Aavik discusses the disparities in the academic career progression of male and female researchers in Estonia, highlighting systemic biases that favor male scientists.

Feb 20 • 09:50 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Laura Targownik: Tumbler Ridge raises serious questions about gender identity and male violence

The article discusses the role of trans individuals and their allies in addressing issues related to gender identity and male violence, set against the backdrop of Tumbler Ridge.

Feb 19 • 15:39 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

What You Can Get in This Year's Wage Settlement

The newly appointed leaders of LO pledge to advocate for at least a four percent wage increase in this year's negotiations, addressing wage disparities among different worker categories.

Feb 17 • 03:57 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Gender Pay Gap Won't Close for Another 30 Years, Warns Trade Unions Group

The Trades Union Congress warns that if progress continues at the current rate, the gender pay gap in Kenya will not close until 2056, with significant disparities remaining across various industries.

Feb 16 • 08:16 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

UK’s gender pay gap forecast to persist for another 30 years

A report by the Trades Union Congress reveals that the gender pay gap in the UK is projected to persist for another 30 years, with women effectively working for free for a portion of the year due to significant disparities in earnings compared to men.

Feb 15 • 11:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Science and inequality: invisible costs and the scissor effect drive women away from scientific careers

The article discusses how hidden costs and societal barriers hinder women's participation in scientific careers, especially highlighted on International Day of Women and Girls in Science.

Feb 11 • 16:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Madrid is the community with the highest salary gap: women earn on average 8,000 euros less per year than men

A study reveals that women in Madrid earn significantly less than men, highlighting ongoing gender wage disparities.

Feb 11 • 10:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Professor Yeon Dong-geun's research team at Kyung Hee University announces long-term study results on chronic respiratory diseases in 34 Asian countries

A research team from Kyung Hee University reported a general decline in the burden of chronic respiratory diseases in Asia from 1990 to 2023, although disparities based on region, gender, and socioeconomic status are still significant.

Feb 9 • 01:34 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Prove that you do not discriminate against women, Brussels instructs companies. But women will not notice it in their paychecks

Czech companies will be required to demonstrate equal pay for women and men starting next year due to a new EU directive, despite studies suggesting that wage disparities may not be as significant as reported.

Feb 7 • 19:16 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Transparent salaries. The government's rule circumvents the directive. Obstacles for women

The Italian government's new salary transparency law allows employers to comply with EU directives while potentially perpetuating wage disparities between men and women.

Feb 7 • 00:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Resistance of the Female Vote Hinders the Ultra Advance in Aragón

The female vote's resilience is obstructing the far-right party Vox's progress in Aragón, as they struggle to address gender disparities within their electorate amidst increasing instances of harassment.

Feb 6 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Yes to the comparison between salaries. "Less disparity between men and women"

The Italian government is set to present a legislative decree to address salary transparency and reduce gender pay disparities by aligning wages for equal work by June 7.

Feb 3 • 04:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

The Housemaid: How the American Dream Became a Trap?

The film 'The Housemaid' directed by Paul Feig stands out in the 2025 holiday movie season, garnering significant audience engagement and media coverage for its exploration of class disparities and gender roles in American families.

Jan 14 • 07:33 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
Crime & Justice

More girls missing than before

Police report a significant increase in the number of missing girls compared to boys over the past year, highlighting a concerning trend in child disappearances.

Jan 11 • 18:01 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

Elena Irureta, actress: "The proportion of characters for men is much greater and we earn less. There is still a long way to go"

Elena Irureta discusses the gender disparities in the film industry, emphasizing the greater number of roles for men and the lower pay for women, while reflecting on her proactive approach to her career.

Jan 2 • 20:45 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

EFKA: Two-tier wages, average salary in large companies exceeds €1550, at €1,065 in smaller ones

The average salary in large companies in Greece has surpassed €1550, while smaller firms, which make up 95% of businesses, pay significantly lower salaries, highlighting ongoing wage disparities and gender inequalities.

Dec 31 • 13:32 UTC

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