North America

Domestic Violence. [United States] Nearly 1/3 of American women report being physically or sexually abused by a husband or boyfriend at some point in their lives.

Fair Housing Act Prohibits Discrimination Against Victims of Domestic Violence. [United States] In an important victory for battered women, the first case ever to hold that the Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination against domestic violence victims settled.

Woman Joins Air Force Thunderbirds. [United States] Just weeks after a high-profile debate about the role of women in the military, the Air Force is putting a woman in one of its most prestigious and high-profile jobs.

The Wages of Equality. [United States] In the United States, there are more women in the work force at higher levels than in any other country in the world — and they still make less than their male counterparts.

Controversial Senator to Run. [United States] A state senator who once said women's voting was a sign that American society didn't value families enough now wants to be Kansas' top elections official.

Soldier Earns Silver Star for Her Role in Defeating Ambush. [United States] Sgt. Leigh Ann Hester fought her way through an enemy ambush south of Baghdad, killing three insurgents to save fellow soldiers' lives — and became the first woman since World War II to win the Silver Star medal for valor in combat.

Pro Anorexia Movement. [United States] Unlike websites designed to help remove anorexia tendencies, pro anorexia websites are created to help support anorexia and negative body image.

The Good Body. [United States] A new work by Eve Ensler, author of The Vagina Monologues. The Good Body began with her particular obsession with her “imperfect” stomach.

Women's Healthcare Still Behind. [United States] Two new study findings were released on Tuesday saying that women are still not getting the medical care necessary to reduce their risk of heart attacks and strokes.

The Status of Rape. [United States] Anywhere from 35-75% of all rapes against women are committed by an acquaintance. It is also one of the least reported crimes.

Women Now Hold Almost All Influential Positions in Major Political Party. [Canada] The Quebec National Assembly is almost one-third female, one of the highest percentages in the world.

Men Killing Women, With Impunity. [Mexico] Over the past decade more than 300 women have been found dead in the region.