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March 19, 2026 • 3 min read • Marcus Webb

UK House of Lords Pardons Women for Illegal Abortions

A historic House of Lords vote pardons women convicted over illegal abortions, signaling a shift in reproductive rights.

#reproductive rights #abortion laws #UK legislation

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Iranian Women Footballers Seek Asylum: A Bold Bid for Freedom

The Guardian

March 11, 2026 • 3 min read • James Chen

Iranian Women Footballers Seek Asylum: A Bold Bid for Freedom

Iran's women football team faces a defining moment as they consider asylum in Australia after Asian Cup turbulence involving national anthem protests.

#Iran #women's rights #asylum

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Afghan Women's Football: Facing FIFA and National Challenges

Deutsche Welle

February 28, 2026 • 3 min read • James Chen

Afghan Women's Football: Facing FIFA and National Challenges

Afghanistan's female footballers confront a new struggle as FIFA reaffirms ties with the Taliban-ruled nation, affecting their international play.

#Afghanistan #women's rights #FIFA

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Protests Erupt in France: Chechen Women's Fight Against Femicide

France 24

February 28, 2026 • 3 min read • James Chen

Protests Erupt in France: Chechen Women's Fight Against Femicide

Chechen women in France break silence, protesting patriarchal norms after a murder in Nice. Empowerment stories emerge from Gaza and Kenya.

#femicide #Chechen women #Gaza

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Spotlight on Women's Cinema: Defiance from Iran to Afghanistan

Deutsche Welle

February 18, 2026 • 4 min read • James Chen

Spotlight on Women's Cinema: Defiance from Iran to Afghanistan

Explore how two filmmakers from Iran and Afghanistan use diverse film styles to highlight the plight of women in their countries.

#Iran #Afghanistan #women's rights

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Bangladesh Faces Crucial Election Amid Islamist Surge Concerns

The Guardian

February 11, 2026

Bangladesh Faces Crucial Election Amid Islamist Surge Concerns

Bangladesh's landmark election sets the stage for a major political shift, raising concerns about women's rights amidst the rising popularity of an Islamist party.

#Bangladesh election #Jamaat e-Islami #women's rights

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Trailblazing Feminist and Reformer Rita Süssmuth Passes at 88

Deutsche Welle

February 05, 2026

Trailblazing Feminist and Reformer Rita Süssmuth Passes at 88

Rita Süssmuth, a fearless advocate for women's rights and former Bundestag President, dies at 88, remembered for challenging norms and political leadership.

#Rita Süssmuth #women's rights #German politics

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UK House of Lords Pardons Women for Illegal Abortions

Iranian Women Footballers Seek Asylum: A Bold Bid for Freedom

Afghan Women's Football: Facing FIFA and National Challenges

Protests Erupt in France: Chechen Women's Fight Against Femicide

Spotlight on Women's Cinema: Defiance from Iran to Afghanistan

Bangladesh Faces Crucial Election Amid Islamist Surge Concerns

Trailblazing Feminist and Reformer Rita Süssmuth Passes at 88