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Can Kamala Harris run for president in 2024? Here are the latest election oddsKamala Harris fans are hoping she will run for US president in 2024. The US politician made history after becoming the first woman, and woman of colour, to be elected as Vice President of the United States. Understandably, there has been much speculation about the changes the future VP will…6 minutes read
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Who is Rishi Sunak's father-in-law? Meet billionaire Narayan MurthyRishi Sunak's father-in-law is a household name in India. Billionaire Narayan Murthy is one of the richest men in the world – and the Chancellor has admitted he can be "intimidating". Speaking to NDTV, Sunak confessed his father-in-law isn't easily impressed but that he was grateful to have his guidance.…5 minutes read
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Is sexism in the workplace killing your confidence?Although women are increasingly demanding equal pay, sexism in the workplace remains rife. Sure, the Fortune 500 list features more female CEOs than ever – and it's easy to assume that women are now reaching further. Yet, a report published in the Harvard Business Review has shown that the truth…5 minutes read
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Why so many girls still face the dangerous procedure of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)Over 200 million women and girls have experienced Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), and are having to contend with the consequences, per UNICEF. The procedure, which is also known as cutting - involves the partial or complete removal of external female genitalia, or other injuries to female genital organs for non-medical…6 minutes read
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How to spot the signs of modern day slavery and stop turning a blind eyeFor many women, a manicure is a cheeky indulgence - where you wouldn't think to notice signs of modern day slavery. For that precious hour, the biggest problems in your life are whether to plump for a sexy scarlet or a subtle mauve - and whether you’ll regret your choice…4 minutes read
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Celebrities open up on their experience of domestic violenceIt's likely that someone you know has been the victim of domestic abuse. According to the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one in four women in the US will be subject to "intimate partner violence". That is, physical violence, sexual violence, stalking or psychological aggression. Globally, the United…4 minutes read
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Kate Middleton and Prince William have to follow five seriously weird parenting rulesThe birth of a new baby is always an exciting time, and two royals, Kate Middleton and Prince William, know this well. There’s the boy or girl surprise, the big reveal of the name, seeing their precious little face for the first time, and of course, those special first cuddles.…5 minutes read
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Can you flush tampons down the toilet? Tampax issues official adviceWhile we go through packs of them when mother nature calls, many still wonder: "can you flush tampons?" It’s another one of those questions, like "how does the contraceptive pill actually work?" or "what does the thyroid actually do?" that will probably make you squint, mumble, and then give up…4 minutes read
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7 sexist laws in the US you won't believe still existSince Donald Trump came to power in January 2016, he has been repeatedly accused by women’s groups of encouraging sexist laws. Between redacting the Fair Pay and Workplaces Order, which was designed to ensure companies observe pay transparency and invoking harsher anti-abortion measures, many have said that it feels like…6 minutes read
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Women who support women are more successful, research showsIn 2020, it's more important than ever for women to support women. And indeed, research has shown that women benefit from mutual support and cooperation from other women in the workplace. To the extent that it can impact their success to a phenomenal degree. But where do these results come…4 minutes read
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Here's how you can support Black Lives MatterFour Nine stands in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement, today and every day. We are committed to supporting our Black colleagues and followers, and taking action against the systematic injustices facing the Black community. Like many organisations, we know we have a long way to go. We want…3 minutes read
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US Soccer won't give women's team equal pay because the men have 'more responsibility'As the U.S women's national soccer team (USWNT) continues with their equal pay lawsuit, attornies for the U.S Soccer Federation have put forth the argument that male soccer players carry "more responsibility within U.S soccer" than their female counterparts. The lawsuit, which was filed in March of 2019, in Los…4 minutes read
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