sexism

US court rules against woman fired by Catholic school over pregnancy

The art teacher was engaged at the time her pregnancy was announced, leading to the school firing her.

Splitting Israel into two Jewish states solves nothing - opinion

As long as I have a choice I shall nevertheless always opt for pluralism, and in the current social and political crisis will fullheartedly support compromise over any sort of escapist purism.

How 'Barbie' earworm 'I'm Just Ken' brings toxic masculinity to its knees

In just over 5 minutes, “I’m Just Ken” resolves the narrative and emotional arc of Ken, transforming him from a petty, vengeful villain into a man who got caught up in society’s toxic masculinity.

By ASHLEY LEE/LOS ANGELES TIMES/TNS
05/08/2023

Italian culture minister under fire for lewd and sexist comments

A prominent Italian art critic and junior culture minister is facing criticism following a lewd outburst at a museum event in Rome.

United States Supreme Court

US Supreme Court sides with man who sent musician unwanted messages

The US Supreme Court sided with a Colorado man who claimed that his harassment of a female musician was protected under free speech.

By REUTERS
27/06/2023

Israel's extreme religious Zionists don't recognize the value of women - opinion

This week, it became blatantly clear that the more extreme elements of religious Zionism have yet to recognize the valuable and even crucial contribution women can make.

09/06/2023

Ashdod female mayoral candidate's campaign posters vandalized

Ashdod mayoral candidate Helen Gelber criticized the incident and vowed not to let Ashdod become Bnei Brak.

Haredi MK makes jab at Israeli Eurovision rep Noa Kirel's clothes

MK Moshe Gafni said that he would donate clothes to Noa Kirel, insinuating that her clothes are not sufficient in his opinion.

Nataly Dadon and Israel’s ‘enlightened’ misogynists - opinion

The rhetoric against Nataly Dadon shouldn’t be tolerated, let alone spewed – especially by those purporting to combat sexism and champion feminist causes.

04/05/2023

Gender equality gap persists in Israeli quality of life

23 of the indicators of Israel's quality of life examined by Israel's Central Bureau of Statistics favored males, whereas 19 favored females.

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