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Japan's first female PM: Sanae Takaichi wins leadership

In a historic political breakthrough, Sanae Takaichi is poised to become Japan's first female prime minister after securing victory in the ruling Liberal Democratic Party's leadership contest, marking a transformative moment for gender equality in Japanes

Canada introduces gender-neutral 'X' passports

Canada launches groundbreaking gender-neutral passport option with 'X' marker, marking significant LGBTQ+ rights advancement while former US administration resisted similar reforms.

When Girls Had to Play Rugby in Secret

The shocking true story of how young women in Wales defied authority and played rugby in clandestine matches, risking punishment for their passion for the sport.

NHS halts routine puberty blocker prescriptions

Exclusive: Labour supports NHS England's decision to halt routine puberty blocker prescriptions outside research settings, marking a significant shift in youth gender care policy.

UK Summit Kicks Off New Conversation for Working Dads

A landmark London summit unites business leaders and policymakers to tackle the outdated stereotypes holding back working dads, championing flexible work and shared parental responsibilities for a modern economy.

10 Ways for Women to Get a Fairer Deal

Discover practical, expert-backed tactics for women to reclaim their time, set firm boundaries, and demand the recognition they deserve in the workplace and at home.

Labour accused of 'betrayal' over abandoned women's rights pledge

Keir Starmer's Labour Party is under fire from leading women's rights organisations after quietly abandoning its pledge to reform the Equality Act to strengthen protections for biological women. The u-turn has been branded a 'profound betrayal' ahead of t

Cambridge women's college accused of Equality Act breach

Murray Edwards College, Cambridge, faces legal scrutiny after removing 'female' signage from toilets, potentially violating the Equality Act 2010. The move has sparked debate over inclusivity versus women's rights.

US Supreme Court Blocks 'X' Passport Gender Marker

The US Supreme Court has halted a federal policy allowing citizens to select an 'X' gender marker on passports, marking a major setback for transgender and non-binary rights in a deeply divisive decision.

Hidden Health Crisis Forcing Women Out of Work

A shocking new report reveals a silent health epidemic is pushing thousands of British women out of their careers, with perimenopause and menopause symptoms devastating livelihoods across the UK.

UK Girls' Sports Imagery Lacks Diversity, Report Finds

A landmark study reveals that media portrayals of girls in sport are overwhelmingly white, middle-class, and focused on a narrow range of activities, creating a significant barrier to participation for many young women across the UK.

Supreme Court Rules on Trans Rights in Single-Sex Spaces

The UK Supreme Court has rejected a landmark case seeking to redefine access to single-sex spaces, delivering a pivotal judgment with far-reaching implications for transgender rights, equality law, and service providers across Britain.

UN: Global Gender Equality Progress Grinds to a Halt

A stark UN report reveals the world is failing to meet its 2030 gender equality targets. Discover which critical areas are seeing regression and what this means for the Sustainable Development Goals.

DeSantis signs Florida bill erasing LGBTQ+ protections

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has enacted a sweeping new law that critics decry as a state-sanctioned effort to 'erase' LGBTQ+ individuals by dismantling key protections and censoring public discourse on sexual orientation and gender identity.

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