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Women's Issues Transcend the Globe: Are We Making Progress?  The Bentley University NewsroomProfessor of Global Studies Joni Seager's latest book, "The Women's Atlas", provides comprehensive global data on the key issues facing women today.

Lorena Bobbitt and a Changing Domestic Violence Conversation  TIME"We thought that Lorena's case might get domestic violence to the forefront," one advocate recalls of Bobbitt's headline-making '90s case.

A look at extended parental benefits one year on  Benefits CanadaWith a baby due in March, Ashley Bangsund and her partner Nick Goodall didn't think twice about whether to take the traditional 12 months of employment ...

Businesses warned of 'cascading' wage impacts of a Labor government  Sydney Morning HeraldCredit Suisse has said if a Shorten government is elected this year, the cost of labour is likely to rise.

Titilola Vivour-Adeniyi is Dedicated to Making Lagos State Safe From the Terror of Rape & Domestic Violence  BellaNaijaA public servant with over 10 years professional experience, Titilola Vivour-Adeniyi currently works as the coordinator of the Lagos State Domestic - Atoke.

'Lorena' review: Docu-series sheds new light on sensational '90s incident  PostBulletin.comWHAT IT'S ABOUT: On the morning of June 23, 1993, police in Manassas, Va., get a call about a man whose penis has been severed by his wife. The rest.

After Sierra Leone, India Too Should Declare Sex Abuse As Emergency  SheThePeoplewhile we have begun conversation around sexual abuse and crimes against women, we are far from declaring it a national emergency.

Camden Council accredited as White Ribbon workplace  Daily TelegraphCamden Council is officially an Accredited White Ribbon Workplace, receiving the tick of approval from White Ribbon Australia this month.

Russell contrite, takes responsibility for actions  MLB.comMESA, Ariz. -- Addison Russell spoke methodically, navigating his way through a series of questions several months in the making. When the Cubs shortstop ...

Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government.  Florida PoliticsSixty Days — A prime-time look at the 2019 Legislative Session. The Last 24. Good Thursday evening. How do elections officials know which ex-cons to allow as ...

When is Someone Else’s Mental Health Your Business?  Thrive GlobalThere's a difference between overstepping and showing you care.

Domestic Violence is on the rise in Tennessee  WCYB"It's a domestic type violence, workplace violence, he knew where he was going and entered the business with the intent of harm," says Sheriff Jeff Cassidy of ...

Woman gets probation in scheme to buy appliances with stolen credit card info  Herald & ReviewDECATUR — A 31-year-old woman was sentenced to two years' probation Thursday for her role in a criminal scheme to buy thousands of dollars worth of ...

United Way recognizes UCalgary for contributions to the community  UCalgary NewsThe University of Calgary receives the United Way of Calgary and Area President's Award at the Spirits of Gold event. The 2018 UCalgary United Way campaign ...

Decatur man sentenced to 9 years in prison for shooting 2 people  Herald & ReviewDECATUR — Charles C. Boey, a Decatur man who took part in the shooting and serious wounding of two people, was sentenced to nine years in prison on ...

New York City Fast-Food Workers’ Next Target: Unfair Firings  New York MagazineNew legislation in New York City aims to make it harder for managers to fire fast-food workers for reasons other than misconduct or poor performance.

Court tries to raise awareness of stalking, dating violence dangers  Austin American-StatesmanIn past years I've written about domestic and teen dating violence, as the Travis County Commissioners Court has issued proclamations to bring attention to ...

Kaisa Hai Naseebaan Episodes 11 and 12 Review: Will Mariam get trapped in pretense of love and affection and go back to Malayisa?  OyeYeahKaisa Hai Naseebaan, a serial which is addressing the issue of domestic violence has on aired its double episodes yesterday. Besides domestic violence the.

Who's Next: Community Leaders & Activists; Meet 20 people making change in Pittsburgh  The InclineThey include advocates for prison reform, police accountability, immigrants rights, food justice and racial equity.

Bank of America Named One of the 100 Best Companies to Work For  Business WireBank of America today was recognized as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For” by Fortune magazine and the global research and consulting firm, G.