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🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Euphrasie Kouassi Yao, gender adviser of the Ivorian government: "As long as we do not unite women and development, we will always be at war"

Euphrasie Kouassi Yao emphasizes the vital link between women's empowerment and sustainable development in her efforts to enhance female representation in decision-making roles in Côte d'Ivoire.

Mar 3 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Feminist Sanremo? No, Sexist: Women at the Festival Between Gaffes and Mute Assistants

The article critiques the representation of women at the Sanremo Festival, highlighting issues of sexism and the portrayal of female artists as mere supporting characters.

Mar 2 • 07:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Former Fairytale Wedding Bride Faces Ugly Mockery – Even Macaroni Casserole Was Attacked

Mirva Tapanainen, featured in the Fairytale Wedding program in 2011, reflects on the harsh criticism she received in the new documentary series 'Hated Women' addressing gender equality in Finland.

Mar 2 • 04:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Barbara Casadei, the cardiologist who has broken glass ceilings: "I pave the way for others"

Cardiologist Barbara Casadei discusses the systemic responsibility in breaking glass ceilings and encouraging representation for women and minorities in leadership roles.

Mar 1 • 23:52 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

A day will come when Parima will no longer be afraid of flowers

The article discusses the story of Parima, who has a deep connection to flowers, yet now fears them due to past traumatic experiences, with the narrative exploring societal reactions to her journey.

Mar 1 • 10:30 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

In Israel, There Are More Women in the Judiciary, but the Road to Full Equality Is Still Long

Israel is seeing an increase in the representation of women in the judiciary, but significant barriers to achieving full equality remain.

Mar 1 • 04:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Bronze statues can be bought with money. Moving power requires more than that

The article discusses the historical neglect of women's contributions in storytelling and highlights the challenges of addressing centuries of gender inequality in the cultural narrative.

Feb 28 • 00:00 UTC
🇮🇹 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An analysis discusses the lack of female representation and the outdated portrayal of women at the Sanremo Festival.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 • 16:24 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Pepa Blanes: 'I had anorexia and I am obsessed with that topic. There are few movies about it'

Pepa Blanes discusses the transformative journey of women in fiction through her new book, highlighting the importance of female representation in cinema and exploring themes like friendship, desire, and mental health.

Feb 27 • 12:51 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Women in Science: What Does the New Report Reveal?

A recent global report highlights progress and ongoing challenges in gender equality within scientific organizations, focusing on women's representation.

Feb 27 • 11:03 UTC
🇵🇱 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 • 03:13 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Equality: The CDU has a women's quota - but men are once again in power

The CDU is honoring former politician Rita Süssmuth for her significant contributions toward gender equality, highlighting the ongoing challenges of implementing women's representation within the party.

Feb 23 • 15:35 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Voting: Which of these 15 women should get a statue?

A survey reveals that only 43 statues of historically significant women exist in Denmark compared to 483 statues of men, prompting the Danish Ministry of Culture to allocate funds for new statues to honor women, inviting public participation in the voting process.

Feb 23 • 10:58 UTC
🇫🇷 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 • 06:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Activist and Scientist: Understand Why the UFRGS Rector is Highlighted in Forbes' List and How She Seeks to Break Stereotypes

Márcia Cristina Bernardes Barbosa, rector of UFRGS and a prominent physicist, has been recognized by Forbes for her contributions to science and her advocacy for women's representation in the field.

Feb 21 • 07:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Will the parties in Bengal finally give more tickets to women?

The article discusses the ongoing debate regarding the representation of women in political party tickets in West Bengal ahead of the upcoming assembly elections.

Feb 20 • 14:39 UTC
🇯🇵 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 • 08:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The EU requires 33% of women in management. Stock companies have trouble meeting the target

The article discusses the European Union's requirement for a 33% representation of women in the management of large companies and the challenges faced by publicly listed firms in Poland to achieve this goal.

Feb 20 • 04:04 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
Life & Tech

Eva Eistrup: It is a deeply shocking documentary

The new documentary about 'America's Next Top Model' reveals a disturbing reflection of early 2000s culture's sexualization of young women, featuring unsettling comments directed at models.

Feb 18 • 19:06 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
Sports

IOC Preaches Equality, but One Discipline Is Still Off-Limits for Women at the Winter Olympics

The IOC promotes gender equality, yet one discipline remains closed to women at the Winter Olympics despite advances in representation.

Feb 17 • 07:15 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Positive changes in education

The appointment of Nadia López García as head of the General Directorate of Educational Materials aims to increase the representation of women in history and to enhance educational resources for visually impaired students and indigenous communities.

Feb 17 • 07:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

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

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

Feb 17 • 06:12 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

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

Maren Uthaug discusses women's representation in public sculptures and a group of women knitting clothes for nude statues in protest.

Feb 16 • 18:53 UTC
🇩🇰 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 • 18:53 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

First Beauty, now AI: what will be the next argument to try to discredit an improbable woman?

The author reflects on the backlash received after a recent column, highlighting how society attempts to discredit women such as herself.

Feb 16 • 13:00 UTC
🇯🇵 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 • 11:10 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Taapsee Pannu Explained Why She Takes on Different Roles!

Taapsee Pannu sheds light on her choice of unconventional roles in films.

Feb 15 • 13:20 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Women's advocate quits Liberal Party after Ley defeat

Charlotte Mortlock resigns from the Liberal Party after the leadership defeat of Sussan Ley, raising concerns about women's representation in the party.

Feb 15 • 06:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Women’s Secretariat Parade Highlights Representation and Inclusion at Teresópolis Carnival

The Teresópolis Carnival featured a parade organized by the Women's Secretariat to promote representation and inclusion, showcasing the participation of the Serra Trans Collective.

Feb 14 • 19:28 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Local Elections 2026 in Bavaria: Let’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 • 09:00 UTC
🇩🇪 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 • 06:19 UTC
🇩🇪 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 • 15:57 UTC
🇬🇧 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 • 14:20 UTC
🇮🇳 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 • 12:39 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Women and STEM = Development

The article discusses the importance of women's representation in STEM fields and its direct correlation with economic growth.

Feb 11 • 07:44 UTC
🇧🇷 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 • 15:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Eni Aluko accuses Laura Woods of 'gaslighting' her as ITV row takes fresh twist

Eni Aluko has accused Laura Woods of gaslighting her following a dispute regarding women's punditry, amidst ongoing tensions over representation in football commentary.

Feb 10 • 11:50 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Eni Aluko reveals ITV's reason for 'snubbing her and prioritising Ian Wright'

Eni Aluko discusses ITV's preference for Ian Wright over her for the Euro 2025 coverage, attributing the decision to budget cuts.

Feb 10 • 11:09 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Few women in top positions in committees: 'Too poor'

A recent analysis reveals that only six of the thirty-two top positions in the Swedish Parliament's committees and the EU Council are held by women, raising concerns about gender representation.

Feb 10 • 03:39 UTC
🇬🇧 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 • 18:58 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Elections in Bangladesh: Nighttime Protest by Women Demanding Respect for Their Voices

In Dhaka, Bangladesh, over a hundred women staged a nighttime protest demanding an end to violence against them and a fair representation in the upcoming government ahead of the elections on February 12.

Feb 9 • 07:03 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

68 Women Candidates Elected in House of Representatives Election, Second Highest in History at 14.6% of Winners

In the recent House of Representatives election, 68 women were elected, marking the second highest number in history, with women making up 14.6% of the total elected candidates.

Feb 9 • 02:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Laura Woods makes feelings crystal clear on Eni Aluko after latest outrageous outburst

Broadcaster Laura Woods distances herself from Eni Aluko's controversial comments regarding the selection of pundits in women's football.

Feb 8 • 10:21 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

'More than Rivals' Arrives in Spain, the Gay Phenomenon Aspiring to Reinvent Gender Representation

The love story between two closeted hockey rivals has become a mass success in the countries it has premiered, particularly among heterosexual women.

Feb 6 • 04:45 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

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

Rita Süssmuth'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 • 14:40 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
World

Isobel Hadley-Kamptz: The fact that the world's most beautiful woman is black gives right-wing men a political infarction

The article discusses the reaction of right-wing men to the representation of beauty as being associated with Black women, which they perceive as a historical distortion.

Feb 4 • 05:07 UTC
🇩🇪 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 • 12:21 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Equality: An Executive Floor Like an Episode of 'Mad Men'

The article discusses the stagnation of women's representation in corporate boards, highlighting a regressive trend in gender equality reminiscent of earlier power dynamics between men and women.

Jan 15 • 09:47 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Meloni is stronger than feminist slogans

The article discusses the perceived lack of emphasis on women's representation in the political discourse surrounding the Italian government, particularly referencing a speech by the President of the Republic.

Jan 14 • 09:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

Stephen A. Smith fires back at Joy Reid, Jasmine Crockett accusations, says they should be 'ashamed'

Stephen A. Smith responded to accusations from Rep. Jasmine Crockett and Joy Reid, stating they should be ashamed for claiming he attacks Black women and speaks negatively about Black people for profit.

Jan 13 • 15:50 UTC

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