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9 Inspiring Women You Should Know About In 2022

From inspiring a revolution for freedom in Iran to working to end FGM and child marriage in Kenya, women around the world demonstrated courage, dedication and resilience in the fight for justice and equality this year.

Climate

2022: A Year In Climate

From record-breaking heatwaves to the devastating floods in Pakistan, the effects of climate change were felt around the world in 2022.

LGBTQ,

11 Of The Best LGBTQ Stories Of 2022

From landmark rulings to the first same-sex marriages in several countries, it has been a year of celebration and of diversity.

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9 Of The Cutest Animals That Won Our Hearts In 2022

From heroic dogs to thieving parrots, these animals won our hearts in 2022.

Impact

Zambia Has Abolished The Death Penalty, Becoming The 25th Country To Do So

Zambia’s president Hakainde Hichilema announced that the country has abolished the death penalty for all crimes.

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Spain Has Passed A New Bill That Will Allow Anyone Over 14 To Self-Identify Their Gender Legally

Spain’s lower house of parliament has passed a new bill allowing anyone aged 14 and older to change their legal gender without a medical diagnosis.

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Scotland Has Passed A New Law Allowing People To Self-Identify Their Legal Gender

Scotland’s parliament has passed a law that will make it easier for people to legally change their gender.

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Women Of The Week: Iranian Actress Taraneh Alidoosti, Women Afghan Students, Australian Deputy Speaker Sharon Claydon

Here are some of the inspiring women you should know about this week.

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The Dutch Prime Minister Has Formally Apologized For The Netherlands’ Role In The Slave Trade

The prime minister of the Netherlands, Mark Rutte, has offered a formal apology for the role the Netherlands’ played in the slave trade.

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This Australian Male Politician Kept Calling The Woman Speaker “Mister” Even After She Corrected Him Multiple Times

The leader of the Australian opposition, Peter Dutton, repeatedly called Sharon Claydon “Mr. Speaker” despite being corrected multiple times.

Climate

Devastating Floods And Landslides Hit The Congo, Leaving At Least 169 People Dead

Devastating floods and landslides caused by heavy rains have left at least 169 people dead in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Activism

Iran Has Arrested One Of Its Most Famous Actresses For Criticizing Its Execution Of Mahsa Amini Protesters

Taraneh Alidoosti, one of Iran’s most famous actresses, has been detained for showing her support of the Mahsa Amini protests.

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In One Of The Most Dramatic Finals, Argentina Beat France 4-2 In A Shootout To Win The World Cup

In one of the most exciting World Cup finals in history, Argentina beat France 4-2 in a penalty kick shootout on Dec. 18 to win the 2022 World Cup.

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After 25 Years, Ash Ketchum And Pikachu Are Leaving The “Pokémon” Anime Series

After finally becoming the top trainer in the world, Ash Ketchum, the protagonist of the anime series “Pokémon”, and his Pokémon partner, Pikachu, are leaving the series after 25 years.

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This Japanese Woman Referee Has Become One Of The First Women To Officiate Matches At The World Cup

Yoshimi Yamashita says she hopes she can inspire more women and help to normalize seeing women referees on the pitch.

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Gay Sex Is No Longer Illegal In Barbados

Barbados’ top court has struck down colonial-era laws banning gay sex.