Different perspectives after rejection of FGM Bill in Gambia

Since the National Assembly's decision to reject the private member's bill that sought to repeal the ban on FGM in The Gambia, different perspectives on this topic have been shared across the country.

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An Aussie in Paris to watch the Matildas Olympics opener

"It seemed there just weren't the sheer numbers and wall of noise to pick up the Tillies and help them get over the line."

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So many women around the world face technology-facilitated gender-based violence, but why aren't they taken seriously?

Research shows that technology and online platforms are being increasingly used to harm women, but legislation alone isn't enough to address this.

Pauline Ferrand-Prévot

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Pauline Ferrand-Prévot: France's Cycling Champion Chases Olympic Gold

Despite three appearances at the Olympic Games, Ferrand-Prévot has yet to stand on the podium. But Paris 2024 could change that.

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Rachel Reeves becomes the UK's first chief financial minister - and it took 800 years for it to happen

Labour Party MP Rachel Reeves has become the UK's first ever female Chancellor of the Exchequer - despite the role existing for 800 years (yes, you read that right).

Rayssa Leal

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'Fairytale' viral sensation to breaking records: Brazilian skateboarder Rayssa Leal's rise to success

The 16-year-old is one of 44 street skateboarders who have qualified to compete at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Sha'Carri Richardson

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Sha'Carri Richardson: Sprinting towards redemption at Paris Olympics 2024

Paris 2024 isn't just another Olympics for Sha'Carri Richardson – it's her moment to rewrite her Olympic story.

Sun Yingsha

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Sun Yingsha: China's Table Tennis Prodigy Eyes Gold at the 2024 Paris Olympics

She has been selected to represent China in both the singles and team events at Paris 2024, setting the stage for what could be a career-defining performance.

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Gendered perspectives on Israel's war on Gaza: The unseen impact on women and children

In its seventh month, the war on Gaza persists as a dire assault on women. According to UN Women, over 10,000 women have tragically lost their lives, with nearly half of them being mothers, leaving behind thousands of orphaned children.

Simone Biles in Simone Biles Rising documentary on Netflix

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'Simone Biles Rising' documents the gymnast's powerful return to the spotlight at the Paris Olympics

The four-part Netflix documentary will take viewers behind the scenes of Biles’ journey over the past four years.