Why are fewer women using AI than men?
The use of artificial intelligence appears to have a significant gender imbalance......»»
Hidden in plain sight: Women face subtle forms of discrimination and bias in the workplace, say researchers
Gender discrimination remains a pervasive issue in the workplace. While obvious cases of discrimination against women—like sexist comments or the systematic underpayment of women—dominate headlines, there are subtler, more insidious forms of disc.....»»
Opinion: Changing age of consent is not the solution to protecting young people from unhealthy relationships with adults
Comedian and actor Russell Brand has been accused of abuse, including sexual assault and rape, by four women. The allegations—which Brand denies—include the sexual assault of a woman who says she was in a relationship with Brand when she was 16 a.....»»
Online abuse could drive women out of political life. The time to act is now, says researcher
It is becoming increasingly evident that life in modern politics is presenting women with a stark choice—endure almost constant online threats and abuse or get out of public life......»»
How rape myths, unconscious biases prejudice the judicial system against women, and rape survivors in particular
It is well documented that women who are sexually assaulted, or raped, rarely report the crime to the police. The US charity, the Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network, has shown that 1 in 6 women in the US has been the victim of rape or attempted.....»»
Harassment and abuse perceived to harm poor women less: New research finds a "thicker skin" bias
People think sexual harassment and domestic abuse are less harmful for women in poverty than for higher-income women, according to four studies involving 3,052 Americans conducted by my colleagues and me. We also found that people believe women in po.....»»
The history of syphilis is being rewritten by a medieval skeleton
Columbus may not have brought syphilis back to the Old World after all. Enlarge In the last days of the 1400s, a terrible epidemic swept through Europe. Men and women spiked sudden fevers. Their joints ached, and they b.....»»
Volvo Cars tailors a solution to tech shortage
To make service technician jobs women-friendly, the Swedish automaker strives to make doing the work more comfortable by reinventing the shop floor uniform......»»
Asian women are still a minority in diplomatic positions: How we can fix this?
The 2022 Global Gender Gap Report showed Asian countries have managed to narrow the gender gap in economic, education and health sectors. But when it comes to political participation, the gap persists......»»
Researcher uncovers how stereotypes about brilliance shape women"s decisions to study psychology or philosophy
Even though women in high school and college tend to outperform men academically, they still internalize the stereotype that brilliance is more linked to men. This belief affects their choice of major and perpetuates gender gaps in academic fields, a.....»»
Why it is so difficult for people to come forward with sexual assault allegations
When writer E. Jean Carroll was asked why she finally went public—after more than 25 years—to accuse then U.S. president Donald Trump of sexual assault, her response was something that countless others have thought: "Think of how many women have.....»»
Mexican court ruling upholding women"s right to abortion shows global trend better than US Roe v Wade decision
It may surprise you to learn that, over the past 30 years, no fewer than 60 countries have liberalized their abortion laws while only four have rolled back abortion rights. The United States is, of course, one of the latter group that has recently re.....»»
Women from diverse backgrounds still face leadership barriers, says Australian study
Australian leaders with diverse backgrounds have expressed a sense of resignation and despair about the lack of women from First Nations and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) backgrounds in leadership roles......»»
Witchcraft accusations an "occupational hazard" for female workers in early modern England
While both men and women have historically been accused of the malicious use of magic, only around 10–30% of suspected witches were men by the 16th and 17th centuries......»»
Sexualized Instagram imagery found to affect young women"s body image
Viewing sexualized Instagram posts by online influencers increases the negative mood and body dissatisfaction of young female adults who view them, and promotes negative effects among viewers beyond striving for thinness and attractiveness......»»
Why it"s good to talk about women"s health at work, according to research
In the past couple of years, women's health and well-being in mid to later life has gone from being whispered about in the shadows to being the subject of documentaries, newspaper articles and breakfast TV discussions......»»
How education, work and motherhood shape women"s life "pathways"
A new study from North Carolina State University and Duke University offers insights into the ways that education, work and motherhood shape the lives of women in the United States. In a longitudinal study of more than 8,100 women, the researchers fo.....»»
Female judges, especially women of color, cited far less frequently than male judges
The current U.S. Supreme Court may be the newsiest set of judges in the history of the judicial branch. From striking down Roe v. Wade and ending affirmative action, to ruling on President Biden's program to cancel student debt, SCOTUS has not been a.....»»
Watch Aryna Sabalenka vs. Coco Gauff: U.S. Open Women’s Final live stream
The 2023 U.S. Open Women's Final is set as No. 2 Aryna Sabalenka will play No. 6. Coco Gauff. Find out how to watch the tennis championship......»»
Watch Aryna Sabalenka vs. Coco Gauff: US Open Women’s Final live stream
The 2023 US Open Women's Final is set as No. 2 Aryna Sabalenka will play No. 6. Coco Gauff. Find out how to watch the tennis championship......»»
"Male soldiers can"t help themselves" is among many rape myths that need debunking
Rape myths are stereotypes and false beliefs associated with all forms of sexual assault. Popular rape myths include "she was asking for it," "good guys don't commit rape," and "women lie about being raped to ruin men's reputations.".....»»