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Displaced mothers in Lebanon welcome newborns with hope and fear

There are 13,500 displaced pregnant women in Lebanon, according to the United Nations Population Fund. Among them is Hawraa Houmani, who fled her village near Nabatieh to a shelter in a school in Beirut when Israeli strikes rained down o...

Reuters

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Misleading headlines claim UK legalised abortion until birth

A network of online European outlets and social media posts are claiming that the United Kingdom will now allow abortion up until the moment of birth, based on a confusion of the terms “decriminalisation” and “legalisation”.

Euronews

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French Jazz faces #MeToo reckoning as women push for change

Since the MeToo movement sent shockwaves across creative industries, France’s film and theatre sectors have undergone a visible reckoning. Yet, according to a recent editorial signed by prominent jazz musicians, the country’s jazz scene ...

France 24

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Sarah Mullally becomes first woman ever to lead the Church of England

She worked in the UK’s state-run National Health Service for more than three decades, rising to become its chief nursing officer for England in 1999.

Euronews

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Tips for women traveling alone in Germany

From hostel stays to the Heimwegtelefon: Our reporter Diana Piñeros explores safe, stress-free solutions for female travelers in Germany.

DW News

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Georgia woman charged with murder for allegedly taking abortion pills

In a case set to test Georgia's abortion laws, mother of two and U.S. army veteran Alexia Moore has been charged with attended murder for, police say, inducing an abortion.

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How beekeeping empowers women and saves forests in Ghana

Faced with dwindling forests, women in Ghana are trading tree-cutting for beekeeping. See how this sustainable venture is protecting the environment and supporting families.

DW News

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Nairobi introduces menstrual leave policy sparking praise and debate

While debate continues, Nairobi’s policy marks a rare step in Africa toward recognizing menstruation as a workplace health issue — one that could reshape how employers support women across the continent.

Africanews

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Racing down a river for International Women's Day

Dozens of women participated in an all-female boat race on the river Oubangui in the Central African Republic to celebrate International Women's Day. The event was full of joy and competitive spirit.

Africanews

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Bringing Lagos abuse survivors out of darkness

CEE HOPE provides shelter for women escaping abuse in Lagos' poorest areas. Courageous survivors help create light in darkness, and take on the fight against gender-based violence.

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Historic all-women's honor flight takes off from central Florida

The flight full of female veterans took off from the Lakeland airport early Wednesday morning. The women are going to visit memorials in D.C. for the day.

Scripps Local

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What happened with Iranian women's soccer team in Australia

Five members of the Iranian national women's soccer team sought asylum in Australia after refusing to sing Iran's national anthem before a match.

CBS News

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UN leaders address global gender inequality

The main theme for this year's session is ensuring and strengthening access to justice for all women and girls, including by promoting inclusive and equitable legal systems, eliminating discriminatory laws, policies, and practices, and a...

Africanews

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Trafficking victims: Number in Europe might be higher than thought

More than 39,000 human trafficking cases were recorded in Europe in 20 years. War and displacement, especially in Ukraine, are fuelling the crisis, as victims face forced labour and sexual exploitation.

Euronews

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Women’s Day: Thousands march in Argentina against Milei’s policies

Women march in Buenos Aires protesting President Milei's cuts to gender programmes and warning hard-won rights are under threat.

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Football for Freedom secures freedom for female prisoners

Sento, a mother of two, was serving a one-year prison sentence until a few days ago. On this International Women’s Day, her time behind bars has come to an end.

Africanews

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Racing down a river for International Women's Day

Dozens of women participated in an all-female boat race on the river Oubangui in the Central African Republic to celebrate International Women's Day. The event was full of joy and competitive spirit.

Africanews

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Three wild weather women who changed history forever

This International Women's Day, we're spotlighting three groundbreaking meteorologists whose stories deserve way more recognition.

Euronews

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In Pakistan, female boxers break down gender barriers

In Pakistan, more and more women are stepping into the ring — a space long seen as the preserve of men. At the 5th National Women’s Boxing Championship, participation surpassed 100 athletes for the first time, competing across eight weig...

France 24

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Fighting digital gender-based violence in Kenya and Ghana

Online gender-based violence (GBV) is spreading in sub-Saharan Africa. DW meets activists advocating for support for survivors and enforcement to stop abuse.

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