Kamala Harris concedes election to Trump but vows to fight on
Kamala Harris pledges to continue fighting for women's rights and against gun violence.
Thu Nov 07 2024
Sheinbaum sworn in as Mexico's first female president, vows 'it's time for women'
She vows to bolster women's rights and ensure Latin America's No. 2 economy remains a secure destination for international investment.
Wed Oct 02 2024
The Future Is Female: Women & Wealth - Securing Financial Futures
This episode of #TheFutureIsFemale shines a spotlight on financial literacy for women - an essential yet often overlooked aspect of empowerment. Melisa Idris speaks to financial planner and financial literacy provider, Aisya Rahman, founder & CEO of Aisya Rahman Advisory, which runs financial literacy workshops exclusively for professional women, women entrepreneurs, and stay at home mums.
Sun Aug 11 2024
The Future is Female: HerLead - Creating Political Pathways for Women
In the most recent World Economic Forum's Gender Gap Index, Malaysia dropped 12 places—now ranking 114th out of 146 countries. Most concerning is our standing at 134th place for gender equality in political empowerment, placing us just 12 spots from the very bottom.What initiatives and policies can pave the way for greater female political representation in Malaysia? On this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale Melisa Idris speaks to YB Teo Nie Ching, Deputy Minister of Communications and DAP Wanita Chief about the HerLead programme and its mission to elevate women's roles in politics.
Sun Jul 28 2024
Progress for women in the workplace stagnating in four key areas, global study reveals
Mental health, unbalanced domestic responsibilities and non-inclusive behaviours are current red flags.
Sat Jun 01 2024
The Future is Female: #IWD2024 - Gender Pain Gap: Women's Pain Matters
To commemorate #InternationalWomensDay 2024, this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale aims to shine a spotlight on a pressing issue at the intersection of gender equality and healthcare: the gender pain gap. Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Hannah Nazri, Director and Founder of the collective, Malaysian Doctors for Women & Children. She is a National Institute for Health and Care Research Academic Clinical Fellow in Obstetrics & Gynaecology at the University of Warwick, and has completed her PhD in endometriosis research at the Oxford University. She is also a member of the Board of Advisors for the Asia Network to End FGM/C.
Sun Mar 10 2024
Leap Year Traditions Around the World
In Denmark, it's customary for women to propose to men on Leap Day.
Thu Feb 29 2024
Afghanistan is not against Women's rights, says minister
Dr Qalandar Ibaad Jan said the administration has open multiple areas for women to contribute.
Thu Dec 21 2023
Italy's parties unanimously back clampdown on violence against women
The new law expands protections for women at risk to prevent more serious violence and stem a wave of femicides.
Thu Nov 23 2023
AWANI Review: Breaking Barriers | Confronting Unspoken Bias
There are many unspoken stereotypes that make it harder for women to succeed in the workplace. Azielia Anne and Malisse Tan shine a spotlight on the unique challenges women face in their careers and discuss breaking down gender biases.
Sat Sep 30 2023
Number of centenarians in Japan surpasses 92,000 for the first time
Life expectancy for women in Japan is around 87 years, for men around 81 years.
Fri Sep 15 2023
Fly larvae breeds success for women in Nepal village
The protein-rich insect eggs are dried and processed into feed for fish, chicken and pigs.
Sat Aug 26 2023
Smart girls don't marry? Japan rushes to erase stigma for women in science
School officials felt women were more likely to quit working after having children and would waste their education.
Fri Jul 14 2023
Taliban administration orders beauty salons in Afghanistan to close
The deadline for the closing of beauty parlors for women is one month, a spokesperson said.
Wed Jul 05 2023
Japan will 'aggressively' push for women's participation after gender gap report
The World Economic Forum report measuring gender parity ranked Japan 125th out of 146 countries this year.
Sat Jun 24 2023
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024