Endometriosis: Recognising the symptoms and signs
Endometriosis affects up to 300,000 women in Malaysia, although figures could be higher due to under-diagnosis.
Fri Mar 08 2024
Govt remains consistent in protecting women's rights - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the govt would ensure relevant policies are drawn up to ensure women's rights continue to be upheld.
Fri Mar 08 2024
Japan's new female 'role models' seek to empower other women
Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike is one of the very few women who hold senior government posts in Japan, where society remains male dominated.
Fri Mar 08 2024
Appreciate, respect and treat women with kindness - Raja Zarith Sofiah
His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, Raja Zarith Sofiah wished all women in Malaysia a happy International Women's Day 2024.
Fri Mar 08 2024
"Fight for life" by mothers whose daughters are still hostages in Gaza
Doron, a veterinary nurse managed to telephone her mother Simona Steinbrecher moments before she was abducted to Gaza.
Fri Mar 08 2024
Women continue to shine in sports management
The involvement of women in local sports management is no longer something foreign, as many today drive the excellence of Malaysian sports.
Fri Mar 08 2024
Gutsy woman excels in farming, rakes in lucrative income
Rosmarizan Mohd Bakari cultivates 50 acres of padi land in Pasir Puteh, while also starting to cultivate sugarcane near her home in Ketereh.
Fri Mar 08 2024
[COLUMNIST] Investing in Women: Accelerating Progress
We are at a critical juncture in history, and investing in our women is more urgent than ever.
Mon Mar 04 2024
Women's Day protesters rally for rights, with focus on Iran and Afghanistan
Activists donned purple and held demonstrations from Jakarta and Singapore to Istanbul, Berlin, Caracas and Montevideo.
Thu Mar 09 2023
Police fire pepper spray after Women's Day protest in Istanbul
The protesters pushed riot police shields, triggering the tussles with police, while the rest of the crowd of around 2,000 dispersed.
Thu Mar 09 2023
Anwar wants GLCs, GLICs to have more women decision-makers
In the government sector, women participation at the top level had increased but there was still room for improvement, Anwar said.
Wed Mar 08 2023
Children and a career: Women footballers adapt their goals
But at the highest level, combining a playing career and children remains relatively rare.
Wed Mar 08 2023
Activists rally, some governments seek change as world marks Women's Day
Marches and other events were planned in Paris, Beirut, Baghdad, Karachi, Istanbul and Singapore, among other cities.
Wed Mar 08 2023
In economics, women's voices still struggle to be heard
Women remain a small minority in a field that is still seen by many as being dominated by men in suits.
Wed Mar 08 2023
Gender gap at work far worse than expected: UN
According to UN's International Labour Organization, the new data shows that women still have a much harder time finding a job than men.
Tue Mar 07 2023
China's PCT international patent applications top world for 5 consecutive years: WIPO chief
China has become the country with the most international patent applications, according to AIPPI President Shoichi Okuyama.
Mon Oct 21 2024
Charles Leclerc wins US Grand Prix; Max Verstappen 3rd after Norris penalty
Charles Leclerc also won the Monaco Grand Prix and Italian Grand Prix this year and sits third in the driver standings.
Mon Oct 21 2024
Australia's Qantas told to pay $114,000 to 3 sacked workers in landmark outsourcing case
Qantas claims the sackings were warranted as a cost-cutting measure during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mon Oct 21 2024
After Sinwar's death, Israel aims to lock in strategic gains before US election
Israeli leaders are seeking to reshape regional landscape in Israel's favour and shield its borders from any future attacks, sources said.
Mon Oct 21 2024
Netanyahu told Trump Israel will make decisions based on its interests, PM's office says
Israel is pondering its military reaction to recent Iranian missile strikes.
Mon Oct 21 2024
Ringgit extends positive momentum to open higher against US dollar
The ringgit traded higher against the US Dollar in today's early session, driven by continued buying interest towards the local currency.
Mon Oct 21 2024
BHP faces $47 billion UK lawsuit over Brazilian dam collapse
More than 600,000 Brazilians, 46 local governments, and around 2,000 businesses are suing BHP over the collapse of the dam.
Mon Oct 21 2024
Trump hands out french fries in Pennsylvania, Harris visits Georgia churches
Both candidates were scrambling for votes in the most competitive states.
Mon Oct 21 2024
Brazil's Lula cancels BRICS trip after minor brain hemorrhage from fall
Lula "was advised to avoid long-distance air travel but is otherwise able to carry out his regular duties."
Mon Oct 21 2024
Lebanese flee as blasts hit Beirut, Israel warns of strikes on Hezbollah finance arm
On Sunday Israel said it hit Hezbollah's intelligence headquarters and an underground weapons workshop in Beirut.
Sun Oct 20 2024