Economists warn Pauline Hanson's One Nation proposals on parental leave and childcare could damage productivity and worsen gender inequality. Suggestions include employers not paying women on maternity leave and shifting childcare funding directly to parents, potentially impacting women's financial independence and the economy.
The Pertame Language Nest in Alice Springs is an immersion program for children aged 0-5, aiming to revive the Southern Arrernte language. The organization plans to establish an independent school by 2029 to continue the immersion model.
The Church of England has issued a long-awaited apology for its role in forced adoptions of children from unmarried mothers between the 1940s-1980s. Survivors recount abuse and trauma, with the church acknowledging prejudice and inadequate choices for mothers. While survivors call for redress, the church states its apology follows research into its involvement in hundreds of institutions.
Mothers recount traumatic birth experiences at Royal Darwin Hospital, including laboring in tearooms and cramped, poorly maintained rooms. The hospital faces a crisis due to lack of space and aging infrastructure, with calls for a new facility.
Indonesia's $15 billion nutrition initiative for 83 million children and mothers faces controversy over weak oversight, budget transparency, and food safety. Three former nutrition agency leaders were arrested for alleged corruption related to operational kitchens, which have surged in number beyond initial plans.
SA Health has suspended birthing services at Crystal Brook and Jamestown hospitals until July 31 due to a critical shortage of permanently staffed essential midwives. Pregnant women will be redirected to Port Pirie Regional Health Service, 25-45 minutes away, to ensure patient safety amidst a global midwife shortage.
A group of over 1,250 Israeli mothers and 9 civil organizations sent an open letter to Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, accepting his call for peace and rejecting Prime Minister Netanyahu's policy of perpetual war. The letter, a response to Aoun's question about living in eternal war, emphasizes the desire for dialogue, peace, and shared security, acknowledging the pain and loss on both sides.
Lidia Almeida, president of the Mothers of Plaza de Mayo and a lifelong human rights activist searching for her disappeared son, has died at 95. She was a symbol of resistance against Argentina's dictatorship and continued her advocacy until her final days.
Lidia Almeida, president of the Mothers of Plaza de Mayo and a lifelong human rights activist, has died at 95. She spent over 50 years searching for her son, Alejandro, who was forcibly disappeared during Argentina's dictatorship. Almeida became an emblem of the fight for justice, continuing her activism until her final days.
Qatar's Ministry of Defence has expanded its national service program to include children of Qatari mothers and non-Qatari residents born in the country. Successful applicants can serve up to five years, receive monthly incentives up to QAR 7,000, and gain career and residency benefits.
A new study of documents reveals that 'unadoptable' babies were left to die at St Monica's, a church-run mother and baby home in Cumbria. The research suggests infants with disabilities were denied medical care, with one case involving a baby who died after 11 weeks. The findings have been shared with Cumbria Police.
BM Kadın Birimi İcra Direktörü Sima Bahous, Türkiye Kadın Milli Voleybol Takımı Kaptanı Eda Erdem'i New York'ta ağırladı. Erdem, BM Kadın Birimi Türkiye İyi Niyet Elçisi olarak spor aracılığıyla kadın liderliğini ve eşitliği destekleme misyonunu pekiştirdi.
Bebelac launched its 'Happy Babies Happy Mothers' event series in Ankara, featuring experts discussing baby development and motherhood. The tour will continue in several other Turkish cities.
A Hong Kong doctor and a children's rights group have warned that unassisted home births and vaccine refusal pose life-threatening risks to mothers and newborns. Their concerns follow the arrest of a couple suspected of child neglect after they refused to register their third child's birth and submit to a DNA test.
National Anti-Corruption Commissioner Paul Brereton faces senators' questions following his resignation and a misconduct investigation. Meanwhile, a group of Australian children and mothers linked to IS fighters are set to return home, sparking debate.
The article discusses the upcoming exhibition of the Bayeux Tapestry in the UK, its historical significance, and various replicas. It then shifts to the plight of elderly women collecting cardboard in Hong Kong and concludes with an event in Riyadh promoting awareness about bees and their importance.
The article discusses the Bayeux Tapestry's return to Britain, its exhibition costs, and alternative versions. It then shifts to the plight of elderly women collecting cardboard in Hong Kong and concludes with news about the final season of 'Emily in Paris' being filmed in Greece.
Dr. Ambika Dutt discusses the shift in women's relationship with strength training, moving from a focus on thinness to prioritizing health, energy, and confidence. She highlights how this challenges traditional notions of femininity and empowers women, especially mothers, to embrace their physical strength without judgment.
Motilal Oswal recommends Samvardhana Motherson and Zydus Wellness as top stocks for the week of May 25, 2026. Both companies show strong growth potential driven by robust performance, strategic initiatives, and expanding market presence.
Four stories highlight deep friendships formed through shared life challenges: single mothers, fathers of autistic children, ex-church members, and adoptees from Hong Kong found profound connection and support in each other.
Single mothers are facing severe rental discrimination and poverty, leading many to seek innovative housing solutions like shared living arrangements. Organizations and individuals are creating platforms and initiatives to support single mothers in finding affordable and stable housing.
Two women in ancient China, Zhang Xiugu and another unnamed figure, defied societal restrictions to make significant contributions to medicine, astronomy, and mathematics. Zhang Xiugu, living around 1500 years ago, is noted for early work in pathological anatomy.
A Hongkonger mother, Annyee Chan, describes the significant logistical challenges of breastfeeding her son while working in the city. She highlights the lack of adequate nursing facilities and the difficulties of balancing work commitments with pumping and storing milk, ultimately leading her to stop breastfeeding at eight months.
Michelle Welsh, Labour MP for Sherwood Forest, has been appointed as the UK government's first maternity adviser. Her personal experience with a failing maternity service at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, which is subject to a major independent inquiry, fuels her determination to improve care for mothers and babies.
