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One in eight girls and women raped or sexually assaulted before age 18, UNICEF says

One in eight girls and women raped or sexually assaulted before age 18, UNICEF says

The number rises, when taking into account "non-contact" forms of sexual violence, such as online or verbal abuse, UNICEF reported.
Thu Oct 10 2024
The Future is Female: Frontline Midwifery - Providing Maternal Care in War-Torn Gaza

The Future is Female: Frontline Midwifery - Providing Maternal Care in War-Torn Gaza

*TRIGGER WARNING: INFANT LOSS.

On this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale Melisa Idris speaks to Krystal So Hin Pui, Midwife Activity Manager with the international medical humanitarian organisation, Médecins Sans Frontières, also known as Doctors Without Borders. Krystal recently returned from a six-week humanitarian mission to the Gaza Strip to provide prenatal, antenatal and maternity care, as well as support for survivors of sexual violence.
Sun Aug 04 2024
Duchess Sophie visits Ukraine in first trip by British royal since start of war

Duchess Sophie visits Ukraine in first trip by British royal since start of war

Sophie, Britain's Duchess of Edinburgh, met with survivors of conflict-related sexual violence and survivors of torture, the ministry said.
Tue Apr 30 2024
Haiti's top gang leader threatens politicians as fires break out in capital

Haiti's top gang leader threatens politicians as fires break out in capital

Heavily armed gangs have taken over much of the capital and rights groups reported widespread killings, kidnappings and sexual violence.
Fri Mar 15 2024
UN team says rape, gang rape likely occurred during Hamas attack on Israel

UN team says rape, gang rape likely occurred during Hamas attack on Israel

The team said a "fully-fledged investigation" required to establish the magnitude, scope and specific attribution for the sexual violence.
Tue Mar 05 2024
French bodies slam Macron for supporting actor Depardieu accused of harassment

French bodies slam Macron for supporting actor Depardieu accused of harassment

A French association fighting against sexist and sexual violence criticised French President Emmanuel Macron for supporting French actor Gerard Depardieu, accused of sexual harassment and rape.
Thu Dec 28 2023
Decades of activism have failed to stem gender violence

Decades of activism have failed to stem gender violence

Decades since Global 16 Days Campaign began, violence against women remains rife - a significant barrier to achieving true gender equality.
Sat Dec 02 2023
Sudanese women allege rape by armed fighters during ethnic attacks

Sudanese women allege rape by armed fighters during ethnic attacks

Rape has been used as a weapon of war over the years in Sudan, human rights groups have said.
Fri Dec 01 2023
INSIGHT - Migrants are being raped at Mexico border as they await entry to US

INSIGHT - Migrants are being raped at Mexico border as they await entry to US

The high risk of kidnapping and sexual assault in Reynosa and Matamoros is one of the factors pushing migrants to cross illegally.
Fri Sep 29 2023
Torture, sexual violence commonly used by Russian forces in Ukraine, say experts

Torture, sexual violence commonly used by Russian forces in Ukraine, say experts

Ukrainian authorities are reviewing more than 97,000 reports of war crimes and have filed charges against 220 suspects in domestic courts.
Wed Aug 02 2023
India internet shutdowns hurt women more, Manipur assaults show

India internet shutdowns hurt women more, Manipur assaults show

Officials imposed a statewide internet shutdown on May 3, saying it was needed to curb rumours and disinformation.
Thu Jul 27 2023
Rising sexual violence in Sudan conflict reflects entrenched patriarchy but women and girls are fighting back

Rising sexual violence in Sudan conflict reflects entrenched patriarchy but women and girls are fighting back

As noted in the UN report, those most vulnerable are the internally displaced moving to try and cross borders.
Sat Jul 08 2023
More than 20 pct have suffered violence, harassment at work: UN

More than 20 pct have suffered violence, harassment at work: UN

Violence and harassment at work is a widespread phenomenon around the world, according to UN's International Labour Organization.
Tue Dec 06 2022
Indonesia's parliament passes landmark bill on sexual violence

Indonesia's parliament passes landmark bill on sexual violence

Prosecuting sex crimes has been complicated by the absence of a dedicated legal framework, while victims concerns of being shamed during questioning have deterred many from speaking up
Tue Apr 12 2022
Sex attack survivors praise BAFTA-tipped 'I May Destroy You'

Sex attack survivors praise BAFTA-tipped 'I May Destroy You'

The show raises questions about the notion of sexual consent and strikes a powerful chord with survivors of violence.
Mon Jun 07 2021
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'

Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'

The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel

Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel

Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?

What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?

The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office

Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office

Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21

Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21

Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say

Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say

Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death

Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death

Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence

Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence

Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end

Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end

Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth

Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth

Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024