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
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
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
My perfect girlfriend: Are AI partners a threat to women's rights?
Developers say AI companions can combat loneliness, improve someone's dating experience in a safe space.
Sun Aug 13 2023
Women's rights: The decline and the fight back
Activists are mobilising to reverse what they warn is a stark decline in women's rights in the run-up to International Women's Day on March.
Mon Mar 06 2023
Taliban release decree saying women must consent to marriage
A decree on women's rights which said women should not be considered "property" and must consent to marriage.
Sat Dec 04 2021
Taliban pledges to honor women's rights, security under Islamic rule
The Taliban vowed Tuesday to respect women's rights, forgive those who fought them and ensure Afghanistan does not become a haven for terrorists.
Wed Aug 18 2021
Kenya set to appoint first female chief justice at sensitive moment
Kenyan judge Martha Koome has defended dissidents and helped to write women's rights into the constitution.
Thu May 06 2021
Europe presses Turkey to rethink ditching violence-on-women pact
Turkey said domestic laws, not outside fixes, would protect women's rights.
Sun Mar 21 2021
Women's rights champion Sukumari Sekhar dies
She received the Anugerah Tokoh Wanita award in conjunction with the National Women's Day celebrations in 2012.
Tue Mar 09 2021
On International Women's Day, laments of retreat on rights
Around the world, there were expressions of concern at the state of women's rights.
Tue Mar 09 2021
Women's rights: Long way to go after century of progress
It is estimated that women still earn 19 percent less than men do. Sweden is the best country for paid parental leave. Here's a look at how institutions have evolved to make room for women.
Sun Mar 07 2021
Saudi court hands jail sentence to women's rights activist - local media
Loujain al-Hathloul has been held since 2018 after being arrested along with at least a dozen other women's rights activists.
Mon Dec 28 2020
Citizenship, gender discrimination & CEDAW : Here's what you need to know
Malaysia is a party to CEDAW, created to protect the safety and interest of women. Here's what you need to know about CEDAW.
Fri Dec 04 2020
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
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024