The legislation requires many public companies in Germany to have at least one woman on the supervisory board.
Tag: Women and Girls
China’s Three-Child Policy Sparks Indignation and Concern
Intense workplace competition, inadequate child care and widespread job discrimination against pregnant women have made childbearing an unappealing prospect for many.
For China’s Single Mothers, a Road to Recognition Paved With False Starts
Unmarried mothers are often denied government benefits. A debate over the policy is being propelled by a declining birthrate and a new generation of independent Chinese women.
For China’s Single Mothers, a Road to Recognition Paved With False Starts
Unmarried mothers are often denied government benefits. A debate over the policy is being propelled by a declining birthrate and a new generation of independent Chinese women.
A Vaccine Side Effect Leaves Women Wondering: Why Isn’t the Pill Safer?
Scientists were alarmed by blood clots possibly linked to the J&J vaccine. Some women wondered if there shouldn’t be more concern about oral contraceptives.
‘Good for the Soul’: Giant Murals Turn São Paulo Into Open Air Gallery
Officials in São Paulo, Brazil, once hounded graffiti artists and muralists, treating them as vandals. Now the city champions, and even funds, their art, and it’s everywhere and supersized.
Europe’s Dilemma: Take In ISIS Families, or Leave Them in Syria?
Many countries have resisted allowing the return of families of ISIS members. Security experts say that leaving the women and their children in Syria is a greater risk.
Louvre Gets Its First Female Leader in 228 Years
Laurence des Cars, who will become the president of the world’s most visited museum in September, shares some of her plans in an interview.
Samoa Is Set to Have Its First Female Leader
A dead-heat election was followed by uncertainty and intrigue. But barring further surprises, Fiame Naomi Mata’afa will become prime minister on Monday.
Nigerian Terrorist Leader ‘Dies’ Again. Was This the End of His 9th Life?
Abubakar Shekau, the longtime leader of Boko Haram, was reported to have blown himself up on Wednesday night. But he has been falsely reported dead several times before.