Tiny cameras were hidden in hair dryer holders, satellite boxes and closed electric sockets, the police said. The video was shown online for profit.
Tag: Women’s Rights
A Sexism Storm Over Italy’s Courts, With Female Judges at Its Center
Two recent rulings, in a murder and in a rape case, have provoked protests over entrenched gender stereotypes in the country.
Iran Rights Lawyer Sentenced to 38 Years in Prison and 148 Lashes, Husband Says
The reported punishment for Nasrin Sotoudeh, who was arrested last June after defending women who removed their head scarves, drew international condemnation.
‘Feminine and a Feminist’: Markle Speaks on Women’s Day
Meghan Markle, the new Duchess of Sussex, spoke about her views on gender equality at an International Women’s Day event on Friday. It was her first lengthy, unscripted public appearance since her wedding.
Meghan Markle ‘Moved the Dial’ for British Royal Family in Women’s Day Talk
The Duchess of Sussex spoke about feminism, sanitary pads, internet trolls and gender stereotypes. And she said she doesn’t read Twitter. “But I do read the Economist.”
Why International Women’s Day Isn’t Going Away
For all the progress women have made, they are still a long way from true equality.
in her words: This Is What a Feminist Country Looks Like
Sweden has prioritized gender and women’s issues for years. Even its foreign policy is feminist.
Sweden Provides Some Perspective on Women and Equality
Swedish women have achieved near parity with men in government. But gains have slowed, and there are some cautionary tales.
She Defended Iranian Women Who Removed Their Head-Coverings. Now She Is a Convict.
Nasrin Sotoudeh, a lawyer who has come to symbolize resistance to her country’s strict rules, was convicted of security-related crimes in a secret trial.
American Woman, Divorced From Saudi Husband, Is Trapped in Saudi Arabia
Under the kingdom’s guardianship laws, Bethany Vierra cannot use her bank account, leave the country or travel with her daughter unless her ex-husband agrees.