Japan's bear crisis prompts Kyoto multilingual warnings
Kyoto posts urgent multilingual signs after record bear attacks across Japan. Learn the safety advice and why encounters have surged to unprecedented levels.
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Billionaire heiress slammed over 50/50 dating bill comments
TikTok's 'RichTok' Queen Becca Bloom faces backlash after stating men paying all bills is the 'bare minimum'. Discover the fiery online debate.
Japan court upholds same-sex marriage ban
A Tokyo court ruled Japan's same-sex marriage ban constitutional, reversing an earlier decision. The case now heads to the Supreme Court for a final ruling on LGBTQ+ rights in the G7's only holdout.
Japan offers free domestic flights to UK tourists
British tourists can now book complimentary internal flights in Japan with ANA to ease overtourism in Tokyo and Kyoto. Discover lesser-visited regions until 31 Jan 2026.
Women Challenge Oppression at Guardian Live Event
Sandi Toksvig, Elif Shafak and Zahra Joya discuss fighting female oppression worldwide. Learn how women are reclaiming their narratives and making history.
Mormon Church Lowers Women's Missionary Age to 18
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints lowers the minimum age for women missionaries to 18, matching the requirement for men. Discover the implications for gender equality and global outreach.
UK warns travellers after Japan bear attacks surge
The UK Foreign Office updates Japan travel advice following a record number of wildlife-related deaths. Stay informed and learn essential safety precautions for your trip.
Mosque Scraps Women's Ban From Fun Run After Probe
An East London mosque has reversed its ban on women and girls over 12 from a charity run after an investigation deemed it 'unlawful'. Read the full story on the equality victory.
Kristen Stewart blasts Hollywood's MeToo progress
Twilight star Kristen Stewart gives raw interview exposing Hollywood's stalled progress on gender equality and MeToo movement promises, revealing industry frustrations and calling for genuine change.
Kristen Stewart slams Academy's gender barriers
The Twilight star delivered a powerful critique of Hollywood's systemic sexism during the Academy Women's Luncheon, calling for radical change in the film industry.
Equality watchdog's gender guidance 'unworkable'
The Equality and Human Rights Commission faces mounting criticism as its latest guidance on single-sex spaces is declared fundamentally unworkable by legal experts and service providers.
Pakistan's period tax challenged in landmark legal case
A groundbreaking legal battle in Pakistan sees a determined young lawyer taking on the government over controversial taxes on menstrual products, fighting for gender equality and essential healthcare access.
Mexico Elects First Female President in Historic Vote
Claudia Sheinbaum creates political history as Mexico's first female president after decisive election win, marking a major milestone for gender equality in Latin American politics.
Lily Allen: Women's Anger Is No Passing Trend
Singer and actress Lily Allen speaks out about women's justified rage, arguing it's not a fleeting trend but a necessary response to systemic inequality and a catalyst for meaningful social transformation.
Cambridge women's college defies Supreme Court ruling
Historic Cambridge women's college continues gender-restricted admissions despite landmark Supreme Court ruling against single-sex policies, sparking legal and academic debate.
Indian uni demands period proof from female staff
A prestigious Indian university has sparked fury after demanding female employees provide photographic evidence of their sanitary pads when complaining of period-related fatigue, in a controversial new attendance policy.
Andrew Tate's toxic influence on UK boys sparks alarm
New research reveals disturbing trends as toxic manosphere figures like Andrew Tate shape young boys' attitudes towards women, with experts calling for urgent educational intervention.
Ukrainian Women: From Wives to Frontline Warriors
As Russia's invasion enters another year, Ukrainian women are transforming traditional roles, becoming soldiers, activists, and community leaders in a nation's fight for survival.
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Claire Williams blasts Tory MP's F1 politics intervention
Former Williams F1 boss Claire Williams delivers scathing response to Conservative MP's unsolicited advice about women in motorsport, calling the political intervention 'unhelpful' and 'patronising'.
New EHRC Gender Guidance: Business Compliance Explained
The Equality and Human Rights Commission releases crucial new guidance helping businesses navigate sex and gender equality laws in the workplace and service provision.
Japan PM banks on Abe effect for Trump talks
Japan's freshly elected Prime Minister Kimiko Yamazaki is betting on the legacy of Shinzo Abe's relationship with Donald Trump to navigate crucial US-Japan trade and security negotiations.
Mexico City elects first female mayor in historic vote
Claudia Sheinbaum makes history as Mexico City's first female mayor in a groundbreaking election that signals progress for LGBTQ rights and gender equality in Mexican politics.
Japan's bear attack crisis: Why it's happening
As Japan faces an unprecedented rise in bear encounters, experts reveal the surprising reasons behind the surge and essential safety tips for residents and tourists.
Women Redefine Success: The End of 'Having It All'
New research reveals how women are rejecting the exhausting 'superwoman' ideal and creating their own definitions of career success and work-life balance in today's workforce.
How mother-daughter bonds shape legal careers
Groundbreaking research reveals how unconscious biases formed in childhood impact women's advancement in the legal profession and what can be done to break the cycle.
Icelandic women strike for equality on 50th anniversary
Thousands of Icelandic women are walking out of workplaces and homes in a powerful 24-hour strike marking five decades since the groundbreaking 1975 protest that changed the nation.
Japan appoints just one woman in cabinet reshuffle
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's cabinet reshuffle sees just one female minister amid criticism of Japan's poor gender equality record in politics.
Japan elects first female prime minister in historic vote
In a landmark moment for Japanese politics, Sanae Takaichi has been elected as Japan's first female prime minister, shattering the political glass ceiling and heralding a new era for gender equality in the nation's leadership.
Japan's First Female PM Appoints Women to Cabinet
In a groundbreaking move for gender equality, Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi appoints two women to her cabinet, signalling a new era in Japanese politics.
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