Women
Afghan journalist explains her escape from Taliban after restrictions on women in broadcasting
Censorship, threats, and tightening restrictions made it impossible for journalist Tahmina Usmani to continue working freely or safely in Afghanistan.
Not a 'rich people's sport': Yachting clubs say sailing in Israel affordable, drawing diverse crowd
Half of Afghan women rarely leave home as Taliban restrictions deepen, UN agency says
Iranian ‘Black Widow’ accused of killing a dozen men handed 10 death sentences by Iranian court
The reason found: Why pain lasts longer in women than in men
Women suffer more. But why? A new study points to an immune mechanism that differs between women and men, which may affect the duration of pain after trauma.
Rape survivors offer chilling testimonies of police, court negligence in Knesset committee hearing
"I filed a report with the police at the age of 17 against my father, who raped me," said one survivor. "The case was closed due to lack of evidence."
How the haredi draft issue puts the status of Israeli women into question
Tal Hochman, Executive Director of the Israel Women's Network, and Rabbi Natan Slifkin, explore the ongoing struggles faced by women in Israeli society, and the haredi draft issue.
Crowd boost helps Israeli figure skater Mariia Seniuk advance to Olympic final
The four-time national champion was warmly received by the crowd at Milan’s Forum di Assago indoor arena. Seniuk qualified for the free skate in 22nd place.
Women's integration into IDF 'disaster': Rabbis send letter to Netanyahu demanding intervention
The letter came in response to the military’s new program, which would include women in the Armored Corps. It was written by leading rabbis in the religious Zionist sector.
How women commonly incorporate Shilajit into wellness schedules
Chief Rabbinate opens certification exams to women after High Court ruling
The Chief Rabbinate opens its exams to women after a court ruling deemed the long-standing exclusion unlawful. A historic moment for equality in Israel’s religious institutions.
ba&sh goes online: French fashion brand launches Israeli website
The French fashion brand has in recent years attracted an Israeli female audience, making it a well-known and beloved name even among local fashionistas. The latest news: An Israeli online site.
Super-Pharm launches nationwide campaign to spotlight “invisible violence” in relationships
Chain says initiative will roll out in about 300 branches and online, offering tools to recognize emotional abuse and psychological manipulation.
From far corners of the Jewish world, the women of Chabad gather in freezing Brooklyn
“We give the entire year. Our lives are all about giving, and today it’s about filling up our cup to make sure that we are receiving,” said Dinie Rapoport.
