Acid attack survivors say Cambodia illegally denying them care
Survivors of acid attacks in Cambodia describe feeling helpless and alone in their fight for justice and health care - and not just because of official inaction
Diversity feted as Oscar nominees gather for class photo, and lunch
"This year has the largest class of women nominees. Far from parity, and of course we need to do better. Gender parity is an industry matter, not just an Academy matter."
Women killed at 'alarming' rate in Brazil, rights body says
Four women have been killed every day so far this year in Brazil, "reflecting sexist values deeply rooted in Brazilian society".
Saudi Arabia to address abuse of male guardianship system - media reports
Every Saudi woman is assigned a male relative whose approval is needed to marry, obtain a passport and travel abroad.
Nepal urged to crack down on 'menstruation huts' after fourth death in a month
Centuries-old Hindu practice "chhaupadi" remains prevalent in Nepal despite an official ban
British lawmakers say highest Saudi authorities may be responsible for activists' torture
Saudi Arabia, an absolute monarchy where public protests and political parties are banned, says it does not have political prisoners and denies torture allegations
London mum guilty of mutilating daughter in landmark FGM trial
Though the practice was outlawed 30 years ago, this is Britain's first conviction for female genital mutilation
How widespread is female genital mutilation in Britain?
An estimated 137,000 women and girls in England and Wales have undergone FGM
One-time presidential hopeful jailed in South Korean #MeToo scandal
An Hee-jung was a rising star in South Korea's ruling party before he quit in March 2018, hours after an aide accused him of repeated sexual assault
Don't just arrest - buy better to stop slavery, states urged
Governments are increasingly examining their own supply chains due to their huge purchasing power and growing pressure to abide by the very rules that they apply to businesses