A Japanese mayor’s maternity leave was called ‘vacation’ by a man. Why is its gender problem this stark?

From rigged medical school admissions to norms mandating heels for women in workplaces, Shoko Kawata’s leave has reopened a ...

Burnham pins hopes on Chancellor Healey

Andy Burnham has appointed John Healey as Chancellor of the Exchequer in a surprise move that signals an increase in defence spending.
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Rahm Emanuel Says Israel’s Path Is “Not Sustainable Politically” | The New Yorker Radio Hour

It's not sustainable politically. You've decided that your military power isn't a tool, but is your national security toolbox ...

Japanese mayor makes history with maternity leave that caused a stir

By Joseph Campbell YAWATA, Japan, July 20 (Reuters) - The mayor of a small Japanese city became the first sitting mayor in the country to take maternity leave on Monday, a decision that has drawn some ...

Trump imposes new 50% tariff on many imports from Canada

President Trump took executive action to impose 50% tariffs on a wide range of imports from Canada.

Houthis impose Saudi naval blockade

President Donald Trump said Monday that Iran would "pay" for killing U.S. soldiers after multiple service members were killed ...
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Houthis impose Saudi naval blockade (Copy)

President Donald Trump said Monday that Iran would "pay" for killing U.S. soldiers after multiple service members were killed ...