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Society Saudi ArabiaFemale Guards at Holy Mosque Become Social Media Sensation
Pictures of female security guards at Saudi Arabia's Grand Mosque, the holiest place of worship in Islam, are shared by millions in the Arab world. The female guards are proud to be the newest sign of reforms opening society for women, who were until recently not…
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Society Saudi ArabiaWomen Are Now Team Members at World’s Most Important Mosques
A growing number of Saudi women have become part of the country's male-dominated workforce, and the two Holy Mosques in Mecca and Medina have joined in the landmark movement, appointing 10 women to senior leadership positions.
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Society AustraliaThere’s No Excuse: Public Servants Will Not Get Away with Sexual Harassment Anymore
Australia is massively changing its workplace laws and calling off exemptions for judges and politicians from such complaints as sexual harassment, to counter mistreatment of staff, promote gender discrimination, and encourage victims to speak out.
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Society EgyptAttackers Beware: These Women Know How to Fight
A Thai boxing academy recently opened its doors in Abu Zaabal, Egypt, and there are already around 40 people - mainly women and girls - enrolled in this martial art, learning to not only better defend themselves but also to feel more confident and independent.
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Technology
Technology KenyaBricks Made from Sand and (old) Plastic are More Durable Than Concrete Ones
A young female entrepreneur from Nairobi, Kenya, does her part to fight the global crisis that is single-used plastic by recycling plastic objects and transforming them into textured bricks more durable than concrete ones.
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Environment
Environment USAClimate Change is Personal, Says Ad Campaign
An advertising campaign featuring scientists and mothers aims to turn the climate crisis into a personal matter for millions of Americans, harnessing mothers' concerns about their own children's health, safety and future to help spread the word and make a change.
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