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France struggles with its hijab rules for Olympics opening ceremony

France struggles with its hijab rules for Olympics opening ceremony

French government and Olympics officials are seeking a creative solution to allow Sounkamba Sylla to wear her hijab at the opening ceremony.
Thu Jul 25 2024
Jailed Iranian Nobel laureate Mohammadi goes on hunger strike - Activist media

Jailed Iranian Nobel laureate Mohammadi goes on hunger strike - Activist media

Narges Mohammadi began a hunger strike in protest against what she said was the jail's failure to give her access to medical care.
Tue Nov 07 2023
Hijab-wearing woman shot by police in Paris metro, condition critical

Hijab-wearing woman shot by police in Paris metro, condition critical

The fire service, which provided emergency care for the woman, said she was struck by a bullet to her abdomen.
Tue Oct 31 2023
Iranian girl critical in hospital after alleged encounter over hijab - Activists

Iranian girl critical in hospital after alleged encounter over hijab - Activists

Iranian security institutions have said Armita Geravand's condition was caused by low pressure.
Thu Oct 05 2023
Olympics - UN body questions French move to bar its athletes from wearing hijab at Paris 2024

Olympics - UN body questions French move to bar its athletes from wearing hijab at Paris 2024

The UN human rights office said: "no one should impose on a woman what she needs to wear, or not wear."
Thu Sep 28 2023
Toronto program encourages hijab-wearing women to get on two wheels

Toronto program encourages hijab-wearing women to get on two wheels

Hijabs and Helmets aims to provide education and a welcoming environment to those new to cycling and the city, especially to Muslim women.
Sat Sep 02 2023
Pro wrestlers return to China as global bouts resume after pandemic

Pro wrestlers return to China as global bouts resume after pandemic

Malaysia's Nor "Phoenix" Diana, the first hijab-wearing pro wrestler will also be making her way to the wrestling championship.
Wed Jun 07 2023
Iran's judiciary says women will be punished for violating Islamic dress code - IRNA

Iran's judiciary says women will be punished for violating Islamic dress code - IRNA

Removing one's hijab is equivalent to showing enmity to the Islamic Republic and its values, Ejei said.
Mon Mar 06 2023
Hijabi 'indie mothers' embraced by young Indonesian music fans

Hijabi 'indie mothers' embraced by young Indonesian music fans

Riding the wave of Indonesia's increasingly vibrant music scene, the band's droll lyrics have gained them a certain notoriety.
Mon Feb 06 2023
'Phoenix' rises above male-dominated Malaysian wrestling

'Phoenix' rises above male-dominated Malaysian wrestling

Hijab-wearing Nor Diana is spearheading attempts to break down the gender barrier in the niche, male-dominated sport in Malaysia.
Sun Dec 18 2022
Elnaz Rekabi: Iranian climber returns from Seoul tournament amid hijab controversy

Elnaz Rekabi: Iranian climber returns from Seoul tournament amid hijab controversy

A statement said not wearing her headscarf during the competition was unintentional.
Thu Oct 20 2022
Women-led protests in Iran gather momentum - but will they be enough to bring about change?

Women-led protests in Iran gather momentum - but will they be enough to bring about change?

In reality, these protests are the result of a much wider revolt against discrimination and prejudice.
Thu Oct 13 2022
Indian Supreme Court panel fails to rule on ban on hijab in schools

Indian Supreme Court panel fails to rule on ban on hijab in schools

India's debate on the hijab comes as protests have rocked Iran after women objected to dress codes under its Islamic laws.
Thu Oct 13 2022
Iran security forces clash with protesters over Amini's death

Iran security forces clash with protesters over Amini's death

For the Islamic Republic, the murder of Mahsa Amini is becoming a tipping point because compulsory hijab is not just a small piece of cloth.
Wed Sep 28 2022
Fury grows in Iran over woman who died after hijab arrest

Fury grows in Iran over woman who died after hijab arrest

Police rejected suspicions aired on social media that she was beaten, saying she fell ill as she waited with other detained women.
Mon Sep 19 2022
China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands

China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands

Beijing looks to improve its foothold in a region historically under the US sphere of influence.
Thu Feb 20 2025
Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy

Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy

Washington's approach changes dramatically with the initial meeting between US and Russian negotiators.
Thu Feb 20 2025
Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says

Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says

Doctors say a polymicrobial infection occurs when two or more micro-organisms are involved and can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi.
Thu Feb 20 2025
Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court

Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court

Sara Duterte makes her first legal move to fight the case that could lead to her removal and lead to a lifetime ban from public office.
Wed Feb 19 2025
Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch

Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch

I feel so full of life, so much energy, because everything's new and I'm just focused on what is up ahead, Hamilton says.
Wed Feb 19 2025
UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians

UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians

The UAE's stance matters as its one of four Arab nations that normalised ties with Israel during Trumps first term.
Wed Feb 19 2025
Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time

Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time

The megastar's "The Tortured Poets Department" record also topped four IFPI charts, the IFPI says.
Wed Feb 19 2025
More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says

More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says

Years of rebuilding work, including clearing unexploded ordinance and millions of tonnes of rubble lie ahead.
Wed Feb 19 2025
Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew

Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew

Liew Chin Tong says the restrictions would not affect the development of the domestic data centre ecosystem as a whole.
Wed Feb 19 2025
Sweden's top court rejects Greta Thunberg lawsuit on climate action

Sweden's top court rejects Greta Thunberg lawsuit on climate action

A court cannot decide that the parliament or the government must take any specific action, the Supreme Court says.
Wed Feb 19 2025