A safe space for Gaza women: A sanctuary to speak, heal and share amid war
A women’s safe spaces initiative in Gaza offers psychological support and awareness sessions.
![Alaa Daoud, 29, coordinator at Community Development Projects, says the initiative aims to support women facing the hardships of war [Abdelhakim Abu Riash/Al Jazeera]](/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/873A2317-copy-1785244931.jpg?resize=770%2C513&quality=80)
![Touma Jabara gave birth to her baby daughter, Duaa, at the Maternity Hospital in Omdurman [Mohammed Mirghani/Al Jazeera]](/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/download-1783254620.png?resize=770%2C513&quality=80)
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How Colombia’s traditional midwives serve as lifelines to rural communities
Parts of Colombia are isolated, with no hospitals nearby. Experts say midwives can help bridge the healthcare gap.
From: 101 East
India’s revolution in women’s cricket
In cricket-obsessed India, a women’s World Cup win and a glitzy new league are transforming the lives of female players.
Published On 20 Jun 2026
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Backlash for UK MP who linked England World Cup result to women’s safety
Backlash for UK MP who linked England World Cup result to women’s safety.
Published On 19 Jun 2026
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Could the HPV vaccine eliminate cervical cancer deaths?
The HPV vaccine has reduced the risk of cervical cancer death before age 30 to effectively zero in the United Kingdom.
From: NewsFeed
Gilgo Beach killer sentenced to life without parole
New York’s Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann was sentenced to life without parole for the murders of eight women.
Published On 17 Jun 2026
‘Looked so real’: How AI is being weaponised against India’s Muslim women
Experts say a trend is reshaping online harassment: the use of AI to generate sexualised imagery of Muslim women.
‘Making history’: The fight to end female genital mutilation in Colombia
Colombia has passed the first legislation in Latin America to outlaw female genital mutilation. But barriers remain.
Costs, careers and choice: Why Indians are having fewer children
India’s Total Fertility Rate (TFR) has dropped to 1.9 children per woman – lower than the benchmark level of 2.1.
Eight red cards shown to Brazil in fiery friendly against US women
Four Brazilian players and four members of their coaching staff were sent off during a dramatic encounter in Fortaleza.
From: NewsFeed
Marjane Satrapi, the author of ‘Persepolis,’ dies at 56
Known for her graphic novel ‘Persepolis,’ Iranian-French artist and filmmaker Marjane Satrapi has died at the age of 56.
Published On 4 Jun 2026