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Hundreds of cases of femicide recorded in Afghanistan since Taliban takeover are tip of the iceberg'

Gender-based violence in Afghanistan has drastically increased since the Taliban took control, with reported cases likely being significantly underreported.

Protect us alive, not dead': how women are starting to be heard on femicide in Ivory Coast

Women and girls in Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast, march against femicide and gender-based violence, demonstrating unity and resilience in the fight for their rights.

Man accused of killing a Ugandan Olympian by setting her on fire, dies of burn wounds

Tragic violence against female athletes in Kenya is a recurring issue, exemplified by the deaths of Rebecca Cheptegei and Agnes Tirop.

Police fire tear gas at Kenya protesters rallying against femicide

Protests against gender-based violence in Kenya were met with police violence, raising concerns about human rights and the sincerity of government commitments to end femicide.

Uganda: Alleged killer of Olympic athlete dies from burns DW 09/10/2024

The case highlights alarming domestic violence issues in East Africa, particularly against women.

Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei's attacker dies in hospital

Dickson Ndiema Marangach attacked Rebecca Cheptegei, leading to her death, and subsequently died from his injuries six days later.

Hundreds of cases of femicide recorded in Afghanistan since Taliban takeover are tip of the iceberg'

Gender-based violence in Afghanistan has drastically increased since the Taliban took control, with reported cases likely being significantly underreported.

Protect us alive, not dead': how women are starting to be heard on femicide in Ivory Coast

Women and girls in Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast, march against femicide and gender-based violence, demonstrating unity and resilience in the fight for their rights.

Man accused of killing a Ugandan Olympian by setting her on fire, dies of burn wounds

Tragic violence against female athletes in Kenya is a recurring issue, exemplified by the deaths of Rebecca Cheptegei and Agnes Tirop.

Police fire tear gas at Kenya protesters rallying against femicide

Protests against gender-based violence in Kenya were met with police violence, raising concerns about human rights and the sincerity of government commitments to end femicide.

Uganda: Alleged killer of Olympic athlete dies from burns DW 09/10/2024

The case highlights alarming domestic violence issues in East Africa, particularly against women.

Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei's attacker dies in hospital

Dickson Ndiema Marangach attacked Rebecca Cheptegei, leading to her death, and subsequently died from his injuries six days later.
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#protests

Turkey grapples with brutal murders of women DW 10/19/2024

Young women in Istanbul protested against rising violence and femicide following brutal murders and increased fears among the community.

Man jailed for life for murder of university student that horrified Italy

Turetta sentenced to life for brutal femicide, highlighting Italy's pressing issue with violence against women.

Protests in Kenya Demand Action Over a Spate of Brutal Murders of Women

Kenya faces a crisis of femicide, prompting nationwide protests demanding government action and justice for victims.

Killing of Female Student Sparks Mass Protests in Italian Cities

Thousands of protesters in Italy demonstrate against violence against women.
Giorgia Meloni expresses support for Italian women.
Femicide rates in Italy have increased.
European leaders call for action to combat violence against women.

Iran: How tradition and law are used to kill women DW 09/16/2024

Women in Iran face severe risks, with over 150 femicide cases reported, often justified by societal and familial pressures.

Turkey grapples with brutal murders of women DW 10/19/2024

Young women in Istanbul protested against rising violence and femicide following brutal murders and increased fears among the community.

Man jailed for life for murder of university student that horrified Italy

Turetta sentenced to life for brutal femicide, highlighting Italy's pressing issue with violence against women.

Protests in Kenya Demand Action Over a Spate of Brutal Murders of Women

Kenya faces a crisis of femicide, prompting nationwide protests demanding government action and justice for victims.

Killing of Female Student Sparks Mass Protests in Italian Cities

Thousands of protesters in Italy demonstrate against violence against women.
Giorgia Meloni expresses support for Italian women.
Femicide rates in Italy have increased.
European leaders call for action to combat violence against women.

Iran: How tradition and law are used to kill women DW 09/16/2024

Women in Iran face severe risks, with over 150 femicide cases reported, often justified by societal and familial pressures.
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We need a cultural revolution': femicide victim's family seek change in Italy

Elena Cecchettin's passionate call for a cultural revolution after her sister's femicide highlights the urgent need to address violence against women in Italy.
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Home is the most dangerous place for women, says global femicide report

The home is the most dangerous place for women, with an alarming rate of femicide committed by partners or family members.

The Guardian view on femicide: why we count the women who die

Femicide, meaning the killing of women by men, highlights a serious societal issue requiring recognition and action.
The UK recorded at least 50 alleged killings of women by men this year, signaling urgent attention needed.

Black women in London face higher femicide rates

Black women in London face a crisis with higher femicide rates and a disproportionate impact compared to other ethnic groups.

U.N. report: 85,000 cases of femicide in 2023. And that's likely an undercount

Femicide is a global issue, with an estimated 85,000 cases in 2023, primarily caused by intimate partners or family members.

Punish the men who pay for sex, rather than the women lured into that life | Sonia Sodha

Labour aims to halve male violence against women, a significant challenge amidst rising femicide rates and societal neglect of vulnerable women.

A summer defined by men killing women and girls. This can't go on | Frances Ryan

This summer has seen an alarming increase in violence against women in the UK, bringing attention to a tragic ongoing crisis.

Home is the most dangerous place for women, says global femicide report

The home is the most dangerous place for women, with an alarming rate of femicide committed by partners or family members.

The Guardian view on femicide: why we count the women who die

Femicide, meaning the killing of women by men, highlights a serious societal issue requiring recognition and action.
The UK recorded at least 50 alleged killings of women by men this year, signaling urgent attention needed.

Black women in London face higher femicide rates

Black women in London face a crisis with higher femicide rates and a disproportionate impact compared to other ethnic groups.

U.N. report: 85,000 cases of femicide in 2023. And that's likely an undercount

Femicide is a global issue, with an estimated 85,000 cases in 2023, primarily caused by intimate partners or family members.

Punish the men who pay for sex, rather than the women lured into that life | Sonia Sodha

Labour aims to halve male violence against women, a significant challenge amidst rising femicide rates and societal neglect of vulnerable women.

A summer defined by men killing women and girls. This can't go on | Frances Ryan

This summer has seen an alarming increase in violence against women in the UK, bringing attention to a tragic ongoing crisis.
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#domestic-violence

Deadliest place for women is home, says UN report on gender violence

The home is the most dangerous place for women and girls, with 60% of femicides perpetrated by intimate partners or family members.

Partner violence is often deadly in Germany DW 11/08/2024

In 2023, 155 women were killed in Germany by partners or ex-partners, raising alarm over femicide and legal inadequacies.

More Ontario children and youth are being killed in femicide cases, report warns | CBC News

A significant increase in femicides involving minors has been reported in Ontario, with 21% of victims being under 18 this year.

Partner violence is often deadly in Germany DW 11/08/2024

In 2023, 155 women in Germany were killed by partners, highlighting a critical issue of femicide and inadequate legal protections.

Uganda: Mourners pay tribute to Olympian Cheptegei DW 09/14/2024

Rebecca Cheptegei, an Olympic athlete, was tragically killed by her partner, highlighting issues of domestic violence in Uganda and beyond.

Deadliest place for women is home, says UN report on gender violence

The home is the most dangerous place for women and girls, with 60% of femicides perpetrated by intimate partners or family members.

Partner violence is often deadly in Germany DW 11/08/2024

In 2023, 155 women were killed in Germany by partners or ex-partners, raising alarm over femicide and legal inadequacies.

More Ontario children and youth are being killed in femicide cases, report warns | CBC News

A significant increase in femicides involving minors has been reported in Ontario, with 21% of victims being under 18 this year.

Partner violence is often deadly in Germany DW 11/08/2024

In 2023, 155 women in Germany were killed by partners, highlighting a critical issue of femicide and inadequate legal protections.

Uganda: Mourners pay tribute to Olympian Cheptegei DW 09/14/2024

Rebecca Cheptegei, an Olympic athlete, was tragically killed by her partner, highlighting issues of domestic violence in Uganda and beyond.
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These senators are key to the approval of cabinet picks. Plus, Thanksgiving recipes

Trump announced leadership nominees for the CDC and FDA; their approval may face Senate challenges.
Senate Republicans are key players in nominee confirmations and potential opposition.
Leonard Leo aims to strengthen conservative influence in culture.

PSNI failed' family of woman whose suspected murder it treated as suicide

The Police Service of Northern Ireland inadequately handled the investigation into Katie Simpson's death, initially dismissing it as a suicide rather than a potential murder.
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Domestic abuse commissioner needed to tackle femicide in Northern Ireland, charity says

Northern Ireland faces one of Europe's highest femicide rates, meriting urgent establishment of a domestic abuse commissioner to address systemic failures.

Will I be next?': Fear haunts Kenyan women athletes after Cheptegei murder

The murder of elite female athletes highlights the ongoing violence against women in patriarchal societies, emphasizing their vulnerability despite success.

Seven women in Turkey savagely killed' by current or ex-spouses in single day

Seven women killed by partners or ex-partners in Turkey.
Turkish women face rising femicide rates and challenges with authorities.

Domestic abuse commissioner needed to tackle femicide in Northern Ireland, charity says

Northern Ireland faces one of Europe's highest femicide rates, meriting urgent establishment of a domestic abuse commissioner to address systemic failures.

Will I be next?': Fear haunts Kenyan women athletes after Cheptegei murder

The murder of elite female athletes highlights the ongoing violence against women in patriarchal societies, emphasizing their vulnerability despite success.

Seven women in Turkey savagely killed' by current or ex-spouses in single day

Seven women killed by partners or ex-partners in Turkey.
Turkish women face rising femicide rates and challenges with authorities.
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Dutch feminists campaign for national monument to witches'

Campaigners in the Netherlands aim to reclaim 'witch' through a national monument to honor victims of historical witch hunts.

Teresa Margolles's fourth plinth review haunting rack of faces memorialises transgender victims of violence

The latest Fourth Plinth sculpture by Teresa Margolles serves as a haunting memorial to transgender violence and challenges viewers to confront the fragility of life.
#gun-violence

Fresno man charged with murdering Oakland teen in shooting falsely reported to SFPD

Derrick McIntyre, 46, was arrested for the preplanned murder of 18-year-old Bre'Elle Vercher in Oakland, California.

Warning: You Might Die a Violent Death If You Go to Any of These Countries

Femicide and violence against women are pervasive issues in Uganda and Kenya, reflecting broader societal instability.

Fresno man charged with murdering Oakland teen in shooting falsely reported to SFPD

Derrick McIntyre, 46, was arrested for the preplanned murder of 18-year-old Bre'Elle Vercher in Oakland, California.

Warning: You Might Die a Violent Death If You Go to Any of These Countries

Femicide and violence against women are pervasive issues in Uganda and Kenya, reflecting broader societal instability.
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The only healing will be through justice': Pulitzer winner Cristina Rivera Garza on femicide in Mexico

Grief can be alleviated through sharing and companionship, as reflected in the book Liliana's Invincible Summer.

Murdered Italian woman's father urges men to be agents of change

Giulia Cecchetin's murder sparked public outrage against violence targeting women in Italy.
Mourners at her funeral called for an end to gender violence and held a campaign to 'make noise' against it.

Passiontide by Monique Roffey review a powerful protest against femicide

Passiontide is a mission-driven novel with a political agenda, exploring themes of femicide, civil disobedience, and social justice in the Caribbean.
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