Labour's Deputy Leader Angela Rayner issues a powerful call for the party's next number two to be a woman, challenging the status quo and advocating for gender equality at the highest levels of UK politics.
The SNP government is under intense scrutiny after the UK's equalities regulator issued definitive legal guidance confirming that single-sex spaces are protected under law, forcing a potential U-turn on controversial policies.
A Cracker Barrel cook was fired for wearing a small LGBTQ+ pin, reviving the US restaurant chain's controversial history with employee discrimination and igniting a fresh social media firestorm over workers' rights and corporate inclusivity.
A former Buffalo Wild Wings manager alleges the restaurant chain refused to hire a qualified woman because she wasn't considered 'pretty' enough, exposing a discriminatory hiring policy.
A West Midlands pastor's peaceful protest against the removal of a Black History Month mural has ignited a fierce debate on racial equality, community values, and local council decision-making in the UK.
Exclusive investigation reveals the Scottish Government has awarded over £20 million to organisations actively campaigning for its contentious gender self-identification reforms, raising serious questions about the use of public funds for political lobbyi
WASPI campaigners launch new fight for compensation as government faces potential judicial review over pension age equality.
Exclusive: Leaked documents reveal the Department for Transport was warned its algorithm for funding road schemes would disproportionately hit deprived areas and entrench inequality, but pressed ahead regardless.
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch's proposed redefinition of 'sex' in the Equality Act has sparked a major political and social firestorm, pitting transgender rights against single-sex spaces.
Exclusive insights from Australia's Economic Reform Roundtable reveal how sidelining women's economic participation is costing the nation billions. Discover the urgent call for a gender-inclusive productivity revolution.
The Duchess of Sussex delivered an impassioned virtual address for a Nigerian women's leadership event, praising the 'vital' work of female leaders and calling for continued progress on gender equality.
A new report reveals soaring interest in women's rugby among teenage girls, but a critical shortage of school and club teams is preventing a generation from taking up the sport. Discover the barriers and the call to action.
A United Airlines flight attendant is suing the carrier, alleging he was barred from working international routes and denied a promotion after disclosing his HIV-positive status, in a case that could set a major precedent for disability rights in the avia
A remarkable surge in state school admissions to Oxford and Cambridge is revealed, with Turkish-inspired educational reforms and strategic outreach programmes breaking down historic barriers to elite university access.
A damning new study exposes the persistent barriers preventing women from reaching senior leadership roles in the UK, with progress stalling despite decades of equality pledges.
Commonwealth gold medalist Sharron Davies ignites debate on competitive fairness, arguing that the inclusion of male cheerleaders in the NFL undermines women's sports and creates an uneven playing field.
The UK government may fail to meet its pledge to allocate 80% of foreign aid to gender equality projects, raising concerns among development advocates.
Major League Baseball's first female umpire made her historic debut, sparking conversations about gender equality in sports. Discover how she performed and the reactions from players and fans.
The cricket world needs to take bold action to ensure women and girls feel accepted and valued in the sport, addressing systemic barriers and fostering inclusivity.
Renowned 'Doctor Who' showrunner Russell T Davies criticises the UK's regression on LGBTQ+ rights, calling for urgent action to protect freedoms.
Major League Baseball makes history by appointing its first female umpire, marking a monumental step for gender equality in professional sports.
Australian mother Robyn Smith made headlines by running bare-chested in Sydney's City2Surf marathon, sparking conversations about body confidence and gender equality.
The Welsh Labour government has come under fire for allocating £4 million in taxpayer funds to a controversial tree-planting initiative in Uganda aimed at promoting gender equality.
Jan Pawel makes history as the first female umpire to officiate a Major League Baseball game, marking a monumental step for gender equality in sports.
A call to move beyond traditional statues and plinths to honour women's contributions in more meaningful and inclusive ways.
The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has issued controversial new guidance allowing single-sex spaces to exclude trans women. Critics argue this undermines LGBTQ+ rights, while supporters claim it protects women's safety.
The UK's equality watchdog has dismissed demands to prevent transgender people from using women's toilets and changing rooms, sparking fresh debate over inclusivity and rights.
The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has issued controversial new guidance allowing organisations to exclude trans women from single-sex spaces. Critics argue this undermines transgender rights, while supporters claim it protects women's safety
Former President Donald Trump has signed an executive order challenging affirmative action policies in US universities, reigniting debates over racial equality in education.
Blackadder star Tony Robinson voices frustration over persistent height-based discrimination, calling for societal change and greater awareness of 'heightism' in the UK.