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In nearly a third of countries, laws restrict women’s freedom of movement.
The Economist
The Economist

Terrible treatment of women isn’t limited to Afghanistan

THE ECONOMIST: The Taliban represent the farthest end of a global continuum of restrictions on female lives, writes Sarah Little.

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Terrible treatment of women isn’t limited to Afghanistan

The Economist
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Anthony Albanese has doubled down on refusing to apologise to the Japanese PM about his ‘melons’ remarks after revealing what was discussed with Donald Trump in a surprise overnight phone call.
live

‘Melons’ podcast host fires back, claims she got ‘real’ PM

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