S.D. House Approves Bill to Ban Abortion

South Dakota lawmakers approved a ban on nearly all abortions Friday, setting up a deliberate frontal assault on Roe v. Wade at a time when some activists see the U.S. Supreme Court as more willing than ever to overturn the 33-year-old decision.

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Woman Accused of Mailing Condom Explosives

A former strip club waitress mailed condoms filled with a potentially explosive mixture to a television station, strip clubs and other places, saying she was tired of being mistreated by men, according to court documents.

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Polygamy Fosters Culture Clashes (and Regrets) in Turkey

With his 5 wives, 55 children and 80 grandchildren, 400 sheep, 1,200 acres of land and a small army of servants, Aga Mehmet Arslan would seem an unlikely defender of monogamy.

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Early terminations push abortion rate to record level

This is sad, so many unborn children killed. Synopsis from the article: Department of Health statistics reveal that abortions in England and Wales rose by more than 700 in 2005, from 185,713 in 2004 to 186,416.

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Capitalism & US child sexual abuse epidemic

"1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men in the United States are subjected to sexual abuse by the time they reach puberty" ... "capitalist imperative" ... "do on a global scale ... replicate in the family"... "national epidemic".

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US domestic violence epidemic against women

3,400 US women surveyed for domestic and intimate partner (IP) violence: 5-13% (domestic violence for more than 20 years), 15% (IP violence in previous 5 years), 8% ( IP violence in past year); "epidemic".

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In Struggle For Women's Freedom, Which Side is US On?

Why, we're on the side of bidness, of course.

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Kuwait's parliamentary election includes women candidates for the first time

Aisha al-Rushaid -- one of 32 women making history by running in Kuwait's June 29 elections -- vows to pursue her quest for a seat in parliament by taking part in the first general election since the U.S.-allied Gulf Arab oil producer granted female suffrage in 2005.

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The Missionary Position

"These days, being a Muslim woman means being saddled with what can only be referred to as the "burden of pity." The feelings of compassion that we Muslim women seem to inspire emanate from very distinct and radically opposed currents: religious extremists of our own faith, and e …

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Petition filing could halt S. Dakota abortion ban

The South Dakota Campaign for Healthy Families filed a petition on Tuesday which, if successful, would stay the newly adopted state-wide abortion ban until the public could vote on it in November.

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In Africa 4,2 million unsafe abortions, 30,000 deaths per year

Abortion is prohibited in most African countries, except in cases where the mother's life is in danger -- something that may have to be confirmed by more than one doctor.

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The Death of a Muslim Woman "The Whore Lived Like a German" ("honor" killings)

In the past four months, six Muslim women living in Berlin have been brutally murdered by family members. Their crime? Trying to break free and live Western lifestyles. Within their communities, the killers are revered as heroes for preserving their family dignity.

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Iranian Teen Sentenced to Die for Self-Defense

In Iran an 18-year-old named Nazanin is sentenced to be put to death by hanging. Her crime? Defending herself and her 16-year-old niece from being raped by three men

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Dutch courage: Ayaan Hirsi Ali forced to flee

Ms. Hirsi Ali could take the threats against her own life. But she could no longer take being abandoned by the Dutch simply for fighting for the values they taught her but now lack the courage to defend.

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Iran pushes Islamic dress code for women - Mideast/N. Africa - MSNBC.com

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Abuse of Women and the Price of a Bride

A survey in Tanzania shows that many women believe that the cultural practice of paying for a bride encourages household abuse.

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Op-Ed: The nightmares that fill the Baghdad night

In the 'new Iraq' beloved of Bush and Blair, women can be arrested just for complaining...

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In Spain, the 40% solution

The bill would prohibit either sex from making up more than 60 percent of the candidates from any political party wishing to participate in national or local elections.

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Lieberman Favors Religious Expression Over Rape Victims Rights

"a short ride to get to another hospital" That is right. If you get raped in the Connecticut area and want access to contraceptives, Senator Liberman would rather you just drive around until you find one that will not be bothered by you upsetting their religious convictions.

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Film Ignites the Wrath of Hindu Fundamentalists

Today there are about 33 million widows in India, according to the 2001 census. Many in the rural areas are still treated like the outcasts, as portrayed in Deepa Mehta's film "Water".

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Scottish 'sex slave' gang buy woman for £7,000

Living a nightmare: It's happening under our nose.

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Muslim Athletic Wear Covers Skin Without Cramping Style

The design of most modern sportswear puts many Muslim women athletes in a curious bind: adhere to their faith and have their motions hampered or compromise their beliefs in the name of athletic performance?

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Iran clergy angry over women fans

Iran's religious right is voicing growing opposition to a decision to let women to watch football matches for the first time since the 1979 revolution.

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A Turkish critic defends herself: Happier without father

Necla Kelek has shaken up Germany with her unmitigated critique of its immigrant Turkish community. She writes of forced marriages, imported brides and widespread domestic violence.

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Man gets 25-years' jail for burning girl alive in France

No clever remarks for this one:

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India's women farmers are becoming a force for change

In India the fairer sex is also the more fervent. Another strong link between egalitarian politics and development, and a very good article (watch out, the following summary may spoil the experience, if you choose to read the entire article):

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Iraqi women argue, but also agree, in a rare meeting

A roomful of Iraqis and Americans talk about their country: "At times it's all shouts, dismissals, and walking out....Then a voice of reason rises above the din."

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