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business9 days ago•3 min saved

Golf Brands Face Backlash for Violent Ad Depicting a Woman

Callaway Golf and Good Good Golf faced immediate backlash after posting and deleting a controversial ad that showed a man pushing a woman to the ground. The brands apologized on social media, but critics argued the content was tone-deaf and amplified violence against women, with experts saying satirical or provocative ads can retraumatize survivors and normalize abuse. The incident sparked ongoing debate and public scrutiny of brand responsibility in advertising.

via USA Today|

#advertising-controversy #apology #business

culture27 days ago•407 min saved

Knox defends Cartwheel at Edinburgh Fringe as tribute, not mockery

Amanda Knox says her Edinburgh Fringe show Cartwheel is a memorial that honors Meredith Kercher and denounces the violence she and Knox endured, amid criticism from Kercher’s sister and a petition to cancel. The show, promoted as a candid, furious take on being a near‑40 mother and a wrongful imprisonment survivor, debuts Friday for an 11‑night run at the festival.

via NBC News|

#amanda-knox #cartwheel #culture

europe4 months ago•3 min saved

EU Parliament urges EU-wide, consent-based definition of rape

The European Parliament approved a resolution calling for an EU-wide definition of rape based on the absence of freely given, informed consent, stating that silence or lack of resistance cannot be taken as consent and that past relationships or marriage do not imply consent. The European Commission is urged to draft legislation, which would then need approval from member states. The move aligns with the Istanbul Convention and follows a split among member states, with 17 already using consent-based definitions and others still relying on force-based criteria. The vote was 447 in favour, 160 against, and 43 abstentions, and the EU Agency for Fundamental Rights notes about 5% of EU women have experienced rape since age 15.

via Euronews.com|

#consent #eu-law #europe

world6 months ago•8 min saved

Global Women's Day Rallies Highlight Equality and Rights

People around the world marked International Women's Day with protests and events urging equal pay, reproductive rights, education and leadership, while highlighting gender-based violence; observances ranged from Berlin to Santiago and Peru, reflecting a global push for progress under the UN-recognized day, with the 2026 theme 'Give to Gain' emphasizing fundraising and peer-to-peer advocacy.

via AP News|

#gender-equality #international-womens-day #protests

world8 months ago•2 min saved

Queen Camilla Opens Up About Teenage Assault and Personal Resilience

Queen Camilla publicly revealed for the first time that she was assaulted on a train as a teenager, sharing her experience to raise awareness about violence against women and girls, and emphasizing her ongoing commitment to combating domestic abuse.

via CNN|

#domestic-abuse #public-disclosure #queen-camilla

world8 months ago•1 min saved

Seized Tate Cash to Fund Violence Against Women Initiatives

Over £1 million seized from Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan's bank accounts in Devon will be used to fund projects combating violence against women and girls, following a court ruling that found them involved in money laundering and tax evasion related to their online business.

via BBC|

#andrew-tate #criminal-activity #legal-proceedings

world8 months ago•4 min saved

Schools to Implement Anti-Misogyny and Consent Education for Students

The UK government is implementing a £20m strategy to combat misogyny and violence against women and girls by training teachers to identify early signs of misogyny in boys, educating students on consent and healthy relationships, and providing support services, aiming to prevent future violence and abuse.

via BBC|

#education #government-strategy #misogyny

world10 months ago•3 min saved

Mexico's President Files Charges After Groping Incident

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum filed a complaint after being groped and attempted to kiss her in public, highlighting ongoing issues of violence against women in Mexico. The incident, captured on video, has sparked discussions on women's safety, legal reforms, and media ethics, while Sheinbaum maintains her approach of staying accessible to the public despite security concerns.

via Reuters|

#claudia-sheinbaum #gender-based-violence #harassment

world10 months ago•2 min saved

Latvia Votes to Withdraw from Violence Against Women Treaty

Latvia's parliament voted to withdraw from the Istanbul Convention, an international treaty supporting victims of violence against women, amid opposition from the government and protests, making Latvia the first EU country to do so, despite the president's hesitations and international criticism.

via DW|

#human-rights #istanbul-convention #latvia

world11 months ago•2 min saved

Man Charged in Pakistan Over TikTok Star Sana Yousaf's Murder

A Pakistani court charged Umar Hayat with the murder of 17-year-old TikTok star Sana Yousuf, who was shot outside her home after rejecting his advances. Yousuf, known for promoting traditional music and advocating for girls' education, was killed in a case that highlights ongoing issues of violence against women in Pakistan. The incident has sparked widespread condemnation and discussions about societal attitudes towards women and social media.

via CBS News|

#murder #pakistan #social-media

world11 months ago•2 min saved

Pakistani Man Indicted in TikTok Star Sana Yousaf’s Murder

A Pakistani court has formally indicted Umar Hayat, a TikTok influencer, for the murder of 17-year-old Sana Yousaf, who was shot in her home after rejecting his advances. The case has reignited debates over women's safety and honour culture in Pakistan, highlighting ongoing violence against women in the country.

via Al Jazeera|

#honour-killing #pakistan #sana-yousaf

world1 year ago•3 min saved

Pakistan Honor Killing Video Sparks Outrage and Arrests

A tragic honor killing in Balochistan, Pakistan, was captured on video, showing a young couple being shot by family members after the bride's brother reportedly objected to her marriage. Thirteen suspects, including tribal leader Sardar Sherbaz Khan, have been arrested. The incident highlights ongoing issues of violence against women and tribal patriarchy in Pakistan, with activists calling for justice and reform.

via Daily Express US|

#balochistan #honor-killing #human-rights

world1 year ago•3 min saved

Father Kills Teen Daughter Over TikTok Dispute in Pakistan

A father in Pakistan murdered his 16-year-old daughter after she refused to delete her TikTok account, highlighting issues of honor-based violence and the impact of social media on women in the country.

via CBS News|

#honor-killings #pakistan #social-media

world1 year ago•1 min saved

Teen TikTok Star Killed After Repeated Rejections, Police Say

A 17-year-old Pakistani TikTok star, Sana Yousaf, was shot and killed by a man who had repeatedly contacted her online after she rejected his advances. The suspect, a 22-year-old, was arrested, and the case highlights ongoing issues of violence against women in Pakistan. Sana was known for her lip-sync and beauty videos and had over a million followers.

via CBS News|

#murder #pakistan #social-media

world-news1 year ago•3 min saved

Italian Man Receives Life Sentence in High-Profile Femicide Case

A 23-year-old Italian man, Filippo Turetta, has been sentenced to life in prison for the murder of his ex-girlfriend, Giulia Cecchettin, in a case that has highlighted the issue of femicide in Italy. Turetta was found guilty of multiple charges, including murder and concealment of a corpse, and was ordered to pay damages to the victim's family. The case has sparked a national debate on violence against women, with statistics showing that a woman is killed by a partner every three days in Italy. Cecchettin's family has criticized the government's response and launched a foundation to combat such violence.

via CNN|

#femicide #italy #justice