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Vietnamese women are reshaping the country's economy, holding nearly a third of leadership positions and owning one in five businesses. Their shift from workforce to boardroom is driving sustainable growth across Vietnam.
When Amit Kumar Dubey saw his wife Preeti burning out from work stress, he made a radical choice: quit his engineering career to become a full-time househusband. Ten years later, their unconventional partnership is thriving.
Researchers are helping New Haven's Dwight neighborhood fight extreme heat after a study found kids making makeshift pools and residents hiding in grocery stores just to stay cool. Yale's solution-focused approach could transform how communities adapt to rising temperatures.
Namibia just dedicated more than 60% of its national budget to social programs that help its poorest citizens. The focus on education, healthcare, and direct cash support has already helped reduce inequality across the nation. ##
At Monash University, a groundbreaking all-female research team is leading the charge against prostate cancer, proving that smashing gender barriers doesn't just empower women—it saves lives. Four generations of women scientists are now working together to find better treatments for the most common cancer in men.
Japan is taking a major step toward gender equality by allowing married people to legally use their original surnames without adding their spouse's name. The policy change, backed by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, could become law this parliamentary session.
Six years after his passing, beloved Coach Peter Haliniak Jr.'s legacy lives on through scholarships helping Hawaiian student-athletes pursue their dreams. Applications are now open for four $500 awards honoring the man who championed equality in sports for over 50 years.
Ghana just unveiled an ambitious roadmap to close the gender gap by 2034, bringing together government, communities, and private partners to create equal opportunities for everyone. The new policy replaces an outdated framework and puts concrete actions behind the promise of fairness.
A groundbreaking book reframes gender inequality at work as a structural problem, not a women's problem. Australian researcher Cordelia Fine reveals why current diversity efforts fail and what actually works.
Women in Vietnam are making unprecedented contributions to the nation's economic surge, with the science and technology sector posting a stunning 33% growth year-over-year. The country's cultural and corporate sectors are also hitting new milestones on the global stage. ##
In 2015, female composers made up just 2.2% of classical music played on ABC Classic. Today that number has soared to nearly 16%, signaling a major shift in Australia's music world.
More women in the Netherlands are becoming inventors and filing patents, but a troubling gap keeps most from launching tech companies. A new report identifies the barriers and calls for concrete solutions to unlock their entrepreneurial potential.
Nigeria is closing the tech gender gap with a new nationwide program that will train, mentor, and showcase female talent across university campuses. The Campus Tech Queens Initiative launches with government backing and a six-stage pathway to digital leadership.
Olympic gold medalist Hilary Knight is turning an uncomfortable moment into a powerful conversation about celebrating women's achievements. Her response shows how champions handle adversity with grace.
Four decades after Japan's equal employment law took effect, businesses are building on their progress with stronger protections against workplace harassment. Companies now face new expectations to maintain respectful relationships not just between employees, but with customers and job applicants too.
A Ghanaian teacher training college just admitted 379 new students with women outnumbering men nearly two to one. The college is also building new dorms and installing campus-wide WiFi despite facing serious staff shortages.
Champion archer Kachollom Enyenihi just became Nigeria's first Women's Development Director for archery, breaking new ground in a sport long dominated by men. Her mission: build a clear path from school gyms to world championships for girls across the country.
When five girls joined a Rajasthan school's robotics lab, one refused to touch the equipment. Six months later, two of them led winning teams in a robotics challenge.
Australian women now earn 88.8 cents for every dollar men make, marking the country's smallest gender pay gap on record. Data covering nearly 6 million workers shows most companies are making real progress toward equality.
U.S. women's hockey captain Hilary Knight got the last laugh on Saturday Night Live, joking "it was going to be just us, but we thought we'd invite the guys too" after a weeklong controversy over presidential praise. The golden moment turned an awkward situation into a celebration of all four athletes' historic Olympic wins.
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