Morocco Names First Female Prime Minister
Morocco just shattered a glass ceiling. Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri, 50, will lead the country's government after her party won last week's election.
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New Zealand Rugby Elects First Female President
Former Black Fern Erin Rush just made history as New Zealand Rugby's first female president, marking a milestone for one of the world's most iconic rugby nations. The announcement came alongside encouraging financial news showing the sport thriving despite global challenges.
Cherie DeVaux Makes History as First Woman to Win Derby
Golden Tempo charged from last place to first at the 152nd Kentucky Derby, making trainer Cherie DeVaux the first woman to ever win horse racing's most prestigious race. The victory shatters a 151-year barrier in a sport working to become more inclusive.
Woman Trains First Kentucky Derby Winner in 152-Year History
Cherie DeVaux just became the first woman ever to train a Kentucky Derby winner, making history at Churchill Downs with Golden Tempo's stunning come-from-behind victory. After eight years running her own stable, she won racing's biggest prize on her very first try.
Australia Names First Woman to Lead Its Army
Lieutenant General Susan Coyle will make history in July as the first woman to lead Australia's Army. Her appointment marks a milestone in the country's military leadership.
Former Cancer Nurse Becomes First Woman to Lead Church
Sarah Mullally, a former cancer nurse who became a priest at 40, made history Wednesday as the first woman installed as Archbishop of Canterbury. Her groundbreaking appointment leads the 100-million-member global Anglican Communion into a new era.
Australia Names First Female ASIC Chief Sarah Court
Australia just shattered another glass ceiling in finance. Sarah Court will become the first woman to lead the nation's powerful securities watchdog, joining an unprecedented wave of female leaders at the country's top economic institutions.
Nigeria Names First Female Law School Chief in 64 Years
Professor Olugbemisola Odusote just shattered a 64-year glass ceiling to become Nigeria's first female Director General of the Nigerian Law School. Her journey from lecturer to leader shows how dedication and excellence open doors for everyone.