Category: News & Current Affairs
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Beyoncé’s Album ‘Cowboy Carter’ Lands US Number One Country Album
As of April 7, Beyonce’s new country-inspired album topped the Billboard’s Top Country Albums, making her the first Black woman to achieve this feat.
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UN Adopts Groundbreaking Resolution on Intersex Rights
For the first time, the UN Human Rights Council has passed a resolution affirming the rights of intersex persons.
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UN Adopts Groundbreaking Resolution on Intersex Rights
For the first time, the UN Human Rights Council has passed a resolution affirming the rights of intersex persons.
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Pelumi Nubi defies the odds by driving solo from London to Lagos
Pelumi broke barriers by becoming the first Black female traveller to drive nearly 10,000 km from London to Lagos in two months.
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Around The World In 5
Around the World in 5 is an ongoing series that highlights news related to women in five countries, updated every week. This week’s post covers April 1 – 7.
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Around The World In 5
Around the World in 5 is an ongoing series that highlights news related to women in five countries, updated every week. This week’s post covers April 1 – 7.
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Over 350 Signatories Denounce Iran’s Ruling Against 11 Jailed Women’s Rights Activists
Over three hundred and fifty advocates from various sectors of society have spoken out in forceful defence of the detainees.
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DR Congo Appoints Judith Suminwa As First Female Prime Minister
Judith Suminwa Tuluka, a former minister of planning, takes up her position at a pivotal time for the country, especially in the eastern region that is plagued by conflict.
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JK Rowling Challenges Scotland Police After Hate Crime Law Comments
In a string of online posts, J.K. Rowling has questioned the constitutionality of Scotland’s new hate crime legislation, thus urging the authorities to arrest her in the event that they find her guilty.
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Around The World In 5
Around the World in 5 is an ongoing series that highlights news related to women in five countries, updated every week. This week’s post covers March 18 — March 24.