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Why Discriminating Against Women Keeps Countries Poorer

In 100 countries around the world, women are barred from doing certain work solely because they are women. More than 150 countries have at least one law that is discriminat...

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Hollywood

Hollywood Should Rewrite Male Roles For Women, Feels Clooney

Los Angeles: Superstar George Clooney thinks many male characters can be re-written for women if people “just start thinking.” Clooney, 54, spoke...

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Environment

Ten Killed As Huge Quake Hits Off Coast Of Chile, But Tsunami Warnings Are Now Lifted

The quake and heavy waves afterwards caused flooding in coastal towns, damaged buildings, and knocked out power in the worst hit areas of central Chile, as well as shaking ...

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Top 5

TV's Top 5 That Get It Right

Prime Time showcases a number of shows on premier channels. During the crowded three hour band, a few have had a really long innings and are still going strong. It’s ...

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Gender

How To Tackle Gender Imbalances In Higher Education

A recent report on female graduates far outpacing men said a leading education expert is calling for the lack of men at university to be considered an equity issue.

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Festivals

Censored Women's Film Festival coming to D.C.

A collection of previously censored films made by women will be shown in Washington, D.C., in November. The films — part of the Censored Women’s Film Festival &...

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Hollywood

From Angelina Jolie To Priyanka Chopra -- 9 Celebs Who Are Helping Educate Our Kids

As September 8 marks International Literacy Day, here’s a list of some of the celebrities from Hollywood to Bollywood who support the cause for education. Hollywood s...

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Environment

A Mega-Canal In Nicaragua Could Kill Off Jaguars And Indigenous Groups

With major construction scheduled to begin at the end of the year, wildlife biologists are calling the project hasty, secretive, and potentially disastrous for the region's...

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Gender

Gender Gap Persists In Graduation, College-Going

It’s hard to ignore discrepancies between white students and those of color when it comes to academic achievement. There are national and local organizations devoted ...

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Bollywood

On World Suicide Prevention Day, 5 Celebrities Who Teach You To Keep Fighting.

The 10th of September marks World Suicide Prevention Day. While many across the world have realised the importance of talking about depression, many still feel shy to open ...

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