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The feminist movement of the 1960s and 1970s reminded the world that women have always played important historical roles, despite often being overlooked. But even in the 21st century, many popular history books are written by and about men —usually covering war heroes, generals, and the country's founding fathers. Studies of U.S. history and social studies classes also find that state education standards focus on men and gloss over the roles of women outside of the home. Though many people today proudly proclaim to be feminists , women around the world are still paid less for the same work, live in fear of physical violence and sexual assault , and lack rights and representation across industries. Women's History Month in March and the commemoration of International Women's Day on March 8 allow us to celebrate the strides women have made across social, economic, political, and cultural spectrums. Observing milestones in women's history also reminds us of the steps still … [Read more...] about 102 Years of Milestones in Women’s History

PHOTO: The Nation The Thai PM has endorsed a statement made by Deputy PM Wissanu Krea-ngam over the weekend that February 24 is the first possible date an election can be held. He says there is no justification for a general election to take place before that date. Speaking to reporters after the mobile Cabinet meeting in Chumphorn, the prime minister repeated the comments made over the weekend. “We stand by the February schedule. But if that cannot be done, let’s see how we will proceed,” Gen Prayut said. Referencing calls by pro-democracy groups and politicians for the election to be held earlier, Gen Prayut said there was no justification for the election to be moved forward. Thai PBS reports that, constitutionally, the time frame for the election will be between February and May next year. Gen Prayut has been under pressure to commit himself to a specific time frame for the election. Prayut is also under pressure to declare his hand and confirm if he is going to run as … [Read more...] about February. Yes, probably, maybe…

close Video Fox News Flash top entertainment headlines for February 25 Fox News Flash top entertainment and celebrity headlines are here. Check out what's clicking today in entertainment. Prince Harry’s army pal spoke out after Buckingham Palace announced the Duke of Sussex won’t be returning as a working member of the British royal family . The palace said the 36-year-old’s appointment as captain general of the Royal Marines and titles with other military groups would revert to the queen before being distributed to other members of the family. Harry was stripped of the titles Honorary Air Commandant of RAF Honington and Commodore-in-Chief of Small Ships and Diving for the Royal Navy, Newsweek reported. The prince, who served in the British army for a decade and has a close bond with the military, founded the Invictus Games competition for wounded troops. MEGHAN MARKLE, PRINCE HARRY REVEAL NEW PROJECT AFTER STEPPING DOWN AS … [Read more...] about Prince Harry’s army pal speaks out after royal loses military titles: ‘Hopefully it’s worth it for him’

When services resumed, people were shocked to learn that the military had seized power, detaining the nation’s elected politicians.The takeover was announced in a statement aired on military-owned television, while all other television stations were out of service. Myanmar has experienced two other coups since independence from Britain in 1948. The first in 1962, leading to 26 years of military rule, and the other in 1988 – after nation-wide protests. However, according to those who witnessed the 1988 uprising, the takeover in 2021 is very different. This time there are no protestors on the streets, except for a dozen people flying the nation’s flag, playing military songs and celebrating the Tatmadaw’s takeover. Where did all the NLD supporters go? They are there, sitting at home or doing house work – in their millions – probably also reading the latest developments on Facebook. Fearing reprisals if they take to the streets, people across the country have responded … [Read more...] about People in Myanmar protest the coup, from their phones and balconies