China's national childcare subsidy, while encouraging, may not sufficiently address the falling birth rate as it fails to account for the broader costs of motherhood, particularly the impact on women's careers and the need for gender equality.
Federal police investigate a defence manufacturer vandalism incident as terrorism, Aboriginal community police officers sue the NT government over discrimination, and world oil companies face criticism over massive profits.
The U.S. administration declined to participate in a U.N. declaration on sustainable livestock, citing excessive mentions of gender equality and climate change, which it believes distract from the core mandate. The voluntary plan was adopted by delegates in Rome.
A UN Women report reveals over a million women and girls lost critical support due to a record decline in foreign aid. 84% of women's organizations face increased demand, with many at risk of closure. US aid cuts are cited as a major driver of this "steepest annual decline" in global assistance.
A UN Women report reveals over a million women and girls have lost critical support due to a record decline in foreign aid. 84% of women's organizations report increased demand, with many facing closure, impacting survivors of sexual violence and displaced mothers.
The Jharkhand High Court increased compensation for a male acid attack survivor, Rahul Kumar, from Rs 3 lakh to Rs 15 lakh, calling the initial amount "meagre." The court also urged the state government to amend its victim compensation scheme to ensure equal treatment for male and female survivors.
Despite strides in gender equality, female tennis coaches remain a rarity, especially at the top level. Factors include societal perceptions, family commitments, and the traditional role of male hitting partners. Initiatives like the WTA's Coach Inclusion Programme aim to create clearer pathways for women in coaching.
Despite strides in gender equality, female tennis coaches remain rare, especially at the top level. Factors include societal perceptions, family commitments, and the role of male hitting partners. Initiatives like the WTA's Coach Inclusion Programme aim to create clearer pathways for women in coaching.
South Korea's Ministry of Gender Equality and Family approved 184 sanctions against 166 individuals for failing to meet child support obligations. Sanctions include travel bans, driver's license suspensions, and public disclosure of personal information, with average unpaid support at 45 million won.
MPs criticize the UK government for "words over action" on protecting women in conflict zones, citing aid cuts that undermine global leadership. The government insists its commitment to the Women, Peace and Security agenda is "unwavering" despite reduced overseas aid.
A draft African charter promoting traditional family values over human rights, including gender equality and LGBTQ+ rights, advances towards adoption at an African Union meeting, sparking criticism from legal experts and rights groups.
Gender Equality and Family Minister Won Min-kyung expressed "deep anger and dismay" over the indictment of Jang Yoon-gi for the murder of a high school student he did not know. She vowed to strengthen victim protection and prevention measures.
Naomi Osaka and Aryna Sabalenka's French Open night match sparked debate over gender equality. Despite organizers claiming no bias, statistics show a significant disparity in night matches allocated to men versus women since 2021, leading to player frustration and calls for change from figures like Boris Becker.
Cate Blanchett stated at Cannes that the #MeToo movement "got killed very quickly" in Hollywood and that homogeneous workplaces affect the work. Julianne Moore also discussed gender disparity.
Kerala's LDF government seeks a historic third term in the May 4 assembly elections. Despite high SDG rankings, the state faces structural challenges like migration and wage gaps, while the UDF and BJP challenge the ruling front with competing welfare-focused manifestos.
