IOC introduces new framework for transgender athletes
Sex testing and "invasive physical examinations" used to verify an athlete's gender are "disrespectful" and "potentially harmful", says sports governing body
As Colombia mulls easing abortion law, teen mothers pay high price
Most of Colombia’s teenage mothers struggle to continue their studies or find well-paid work, a pattern played out in much of Latin America
U.S. abortion curbs: Fearing business impact, companies speak out
A near-total ban on abortion in Texas, and new curbs on the procedure in other Republican-led states, have prompted dozens of companies to wade into the highly charged debate
Crypto queens: Women stake out space in blockchain world
A growing number of female artists, investors and collectors are embracing cryptocurrency and NFTs, and bridging the gender gap
Saudi women barrel into workforce in changing kingdom
The gender pay gap in Saudi Arabia stands at 49% and some employers still ask women for their male guardian's approval during the job hiring process
The price of abortion curbs: Economists weigh in on U.S. debate
In a debate marked by deep ideological and religious divides, economists urge policymakers to consider the financial cost of curbing women's abortion rights
Texas governor signs bill banning transgender girls from women's sports in schools
Texas joins seven other states in passing similar laws this year, and continues a trend of right-wing bills advanced by Texas' legislature and Republican governor
Afghan women lawyers on the run face life in limbo abroad
Afghan women who work in the legal sphere are left with no choice but to flee as Taliban go on look out for ex-government workers
EXPLAINER-Why a Netflix comedy show has sparked trans fury
Netflix staff are walking out today in protest at the company's decision to air a 'transphobic' show.
As women flee Afghanistan, brain drain hits economy and girls' hopes
The exodus of working women from Afghanistan following the Taliban takeover could set the country back decades and deprive the next generation of role models