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Author: The Associated Press, ABC News
Published on: 08/03/2025 | 09:44:33

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Afghan women live in security with their rights protected, the Taliban says. Since the Taliban took control of Afghanistan in 2021, they have barred education for women and girls beyond sixth grade, most employment, and many public spaces. UNESCO hosted a high-level conference on women and girls in Afghanistan. Participants included Hamida Aman, founder of the women-only station Radio Begum, Fawzia Khoofi and rights experts.

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Author: SIMINA MISTREANU Associated Press, ABC News
Published on: 08/03/2025 | 03:17:12

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Canada imposed duties on Chinese-made electric vehicles and steel and aluminum products in October. Additional 100% tariffs will be imposed on Canadian rapeseed oil, oil cakes and peas. The tariffs add to global trade tensions already high, with rounds of tariff announcements by the United States, China, Canada and Mexico.

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Author: The Associated Press, ABC News
Published on: 08/03/2025 | 19:09:20

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The 28 police officers and one soldier were kidnapped during a violent attack in the region. The attack was blamed on supporters of the armed group known as Carlos Patio.

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Author: The Associated Press, ABC News
Published on: 08/03/2025 | 13:40:45

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The U.S. Coast Guard investigates a fuel spill off the tiny island of Vieques. A mile-long sheen and a strong diesel odor were reported by local emergency medical officials. Authorities urge people to stay out of the water.

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Author: The Associated Press, ABC News
Published on: 08/03/2025 | 12:07:50

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Zurich police say two Bolonka dogs were stolen from the home of a 59-year-old man. When the man returned, the dogs were gone and he found a letter demanding money to release them. In the course of the investigation, police arrested a Norwegian man suspected of being involved.

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Author: GIADA ZAMPANO Associated Press, ABC News
Published on: 08/03/2025 | 12:32:14

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Italian government approves draft law that introduces the legal definition of femicide in the country’s criminal law and punishes it with life imprisonment. It aims at tackling a shocking string of homicides and violence targeting women in Italy through strengthening measures against gender-based crimes like stalking and revenge porn.

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Author: ILLIA NOVIKOV Associated Press, ABC News
Published on: 08/03/2025 | 11:11:37

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Ruslana Ostapko was performing in multiple traditionally male roles in a recent production of the Chernihiv Regional Youth Theater. With so many men serving in Ukraine’s armed forces to repel Russia’s invasion, the theater has adapted to the realities of war, and women are taking the spotlight. The efforts of the theater reflect a broader reality in Ukraine where women are stepping into roles once dominated by men. All-female cast is taking on "Hetman," a play based on the life of Ivan Mazepa, a 17th century Cossack leader who defected from the Russian Empire's army to side with King Charles XII of Sweden. The theme of Ukraine aligning with European states to resist Russian control, remain salient in Ukraine more than 300 years later. Russian troops besieged Chernihiv, forcing residents to endure harsh winter conditions without electricity or water under constant shelling from Russian artillery, missiles and drones. A significant number of cultural and artistic institutions have been destroyed or severely damaged, requiring repairs or total reconstruction. A recorded announcement reminds audiences that the show will be paused in the event of an air raid alert.

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Author: JOHN PYE Associated Press, ROD MCGUIRK Associated Press, ABC News
Published on: 08/03/2025 | 10:08:50

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Tropical Cyclone Alfred was expected to become the first cyclone to cross the Australian coast since 1974. But it weakened Saturday to a tropical low, which is defined as carrying sustained winds of less than 63 kph (39 mph) The remnant is forecast to track west across the Australian mainland in the coming days bringing heavy rain. One person was confirmed dead and several were injured. A couple sustained minor injuries when a tree crashed through the ceiling of their Gold Coast bedroom. New South Wales reported as many as 45,000 premises without electricity on Saturday. But tens of thousands had been reconnected by late in the day.

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Author: BHARATHA MALLAWARACHI Associated Press, ABC News
Published on: 08/03/2025 | 05:29:24

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Sri Lanka's first resort fully operated and managed by women. Most women don't get a chance to work in the tourism industry, earn money and own a career. The resort opened in January and has been seen as a move unlocking women's potential. Social stigma, language barrier, work-life balance, lack of training facilities and low salaries have long kept the majority of Sri Lankan women away from the hospitality industry. Much of this stems from a patriarchal structure and traditional gender roles deeply embedded in Sri Lanka’s society. Sri Lanka's tourism and hospitality sector contributed 2.3% to the country's economy in 2023 — down from 5% in 2018. The industry faces a shortage of female professionals to serve in the kitchen. Most staff recruited to the resort's kitchen were rookies still in training. The resort has been lauded by women’s rights activists.

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Author: HYUNG-JIN KIM Associated Press, ABC News
Published on: 08/03/2025 | 07:10:21

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North Korea unveils a nuclear-powered submarine under construction. North Korea releases photos showing what it calls a "non-powered strategic guided missile submarine" the submarine appears to be a 6,000-ton-class or 7,000-to-class one which can carry about 10 missiles. North Korea may have received Russian technological assistance to build nuclear reactor. North Korea has an estimated 70-90 diesel-powered submarines in one of the world’s largest fleets. KCNA stresses the need to contain "the incomparably overwhelming warships fulfill their mission" he stressed the need for a "inveterate gunboat diplomacy of the hostile forces"

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Author: MEHMET GUZEL Associated Press, ANDREW WILKS Associated Press, ABC News
Published on: 08/03/2025 | 12:39:22

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International Women’s Day is the first planned public demonstration since the Kurdistan Workers’ Party announced a ceasefire last week. Protestors pushed back against the idea of women’s role being confined to marriage and motherhood. The government of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan declared 2025 the Year of the Family. Critics have accused the government of overseeing restrictions on women's rights. Many women are expected to gather in the evening on the European side of Istanbul for a Feminist Night March despite a ban. In recent years, authorities have blocked efforts by women to demonstrate in Taksim Square. Nearby metro stations were closed from the early afternoon and streets, including one of the city’s main shopping thoroughfares, were sealed off with barriers.

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Author: DASHA LITVINOVA Associated Press, KOSTYA MANENKOV Associated Press, ABC News
Published on: 08/03/2025 | 06:19:33

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The first church service in Finland put together mostly by AI tools. It drew over 120 people to the church in northeastern Helsinki. People came from out of town as did a handful of foreigners who admitted they didn’t speak Finnish well enough to understand it all. An avatar of “Jesus” on a computer screen in a Catholic chapel in Switzerland took questions from believers and offered responses based on Scripture. St. Paul’s church likes to try new things, with pastors incorporating screenings of soccer and ice hockey matches into their services. Kopperoinen worked for weeks with different AI tools to assemble the 45-minute service, including Open AI’s ChatGPT-4o. ChatGPT refused to give absolution or blessings, Kanala says. Some in the Finnish Lutheran church criticized St. Paul's for using AI to entertain people at the cost of the environment. Worshippers said they found the service different, interesting and entertaining, but also confusing at times. AI can replace humans only "where the function of the human is purely instrumental" a smile or a brief friendly exchange adds value that AI can't, he says. In a religious setting, "it’s about the human, not an instrument. They’re not just a means to achieving something," he adds.

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