Politics
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This Is The First Woman Elected In Saudi Arabia - Isn't She Ace?
In a groundbreaking step forwards towards equality, women were finally allowed to participate in elections in Saudi Arabia
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This Afghan Woman Was Just Stoned To Death Because She Fell In Love
Women's rights in Afghanistan just hit a new low, as officials say a video has emerged showing a woman being tortured - and killed - because she committed adultery
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Women's Equality Party: Here’s What You Need To Know About The Policy Launch
The Women's Equality Party outlined their plans to tackle gender inequality with their first policy launch
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Jeremy Corbyn Would Approve Female-Only Carriages IF Women Wanted Them
The Labour-leader candidate would consider segregating public transport to combat sexual assault
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These Two Women Are Currently Battling To Lead Taiwan - And It's Amazing
After years and years and years of male leaders, the next president of Taiwan is *definitely* going to be a woman - even though the elections haven't taken place yet...
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#ImInWorkJeremy: Why You Have To Read This Letter To David Cameron
David? David Cameron? Are you there? Hello?
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Mhairi Black: Watch The 20 Year Old MP Stand Up For Young People In Parliament
If you raised an eyebrow at the news that the SNP had a 20 year old MP, it's time to lower it again. Because Mhairi Black has totally got your back...
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These Girls In Afghanistan Have Written Letters Begging To Go To College
In a move that will make you feel guilty about every time you ever complained about doing your homework, a class of teenage girls are pleading to continue their education
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Hillary Clinton Has Joined Instagram And Her First Post Was Perfect
Smart and witty, Hillary Clinton's first Instagram post was everything.
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Hillary Clinton On THAT 'Women's Rights Are Human Rights' Speech
The first time Hillary Clinton stood up for women's rights on the world's stage, it was to be a defining moment in the battle for equality, but also meant she was to become recognised as a figurehead in the fight.
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Marie Claire Hosts First Ever Live Election Debate With Female Politicians - And THIS Is What Happened
Marie Claire is the first women’s mag to host a live Twitter election debate, inviting five of the most high-profile women in politics to take part. Here’s how it went down…
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An Anti-Feminist Party Is Running In The General Election. Sorry, WHAT?!
Justice for Men and Boys (And The Women Who Love Them) is the name of the offending party. Prepare to be very angry...
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How Malala Yousafzai Is Using Her Blood-Stained School Uniform In One Further Act Of Defiance
The school uniform Malala was wearing on the day she was shot by the Taliban is a powerful reminder of her bravery.
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India's New PM Takes On Rape And Gender Discrimination In Bold Speech
Prime Minister Narendra Modi tackled gender discrimination in his first Independence Day speech.
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Girl Summit 2014: David Cameron Announces Tough New Laws On FGM For The UK
The UK's first ever Girl Summit, aimed at ending FGM and forced child marriage, is underway.
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Cabinet Reshuffle: The Talented And Ambitious Women You Need To Know About
David Cameron's 'female-friendly' reshuffle has made headlines, but who are these women and why have they been chosen?
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Meriam Ibrahim Has Been Released, But Her Ordeal Isn't Over Yet
Meriam Ibrahim, the Sudanese woman released from death row and then detained trying to leave Sudan, has been freed for the second time.
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Breaking News: Meriam Ibrahim Will Walk Free
Sudan announces release of Meriam Ibrahim, who was on death row
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Malala Day: Millions Gather As Teen Highlights Education emergency
Campaigners, politicians and charities have gathered in London today to celebrate the 16th birthday of brave teenager Malala Yousafzai as she addresses an audience of millions across the globe
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Female Police Officers In Afghanistan Fighting For Women-only Toilets
Human Rights Watch say female members of Afghanistan police force don't have access to female-only facilities
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Venezuela's President Hugo Chavez Dies
President Hugo Chavez has died after 14 years in office
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Women Should 'Toughen Up' To Deal With Sexual Harassment In Politics, Says Former Spin Doctor
Jo Philips says politics is 'a very tough world'
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Women are being squeezed out of politics, report finds
Report shows Britain fares worse than many other western countries in terms of female representation
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David Cameron admits he didn't appoint enough women to the Cabinet
Prime Minister says his wife tries to encourage him to promote women
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Barack Obama sworn in for second term as President
Barack Obama was sworn in for a second term as American president during a televised ceremony yesterday - one of four he'll have to complete
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Potential Indonesian supreme court judge causes controversy by saying women enjoy being raped
Muhammad Daming Sunusi said both victim and rapist enjoy rape
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Barack Obama has been re-elected as President of the United States
Barack Obama defeated Mitt Romney to take a second term in the White House
