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The One-Woman Syrian Rescue Mission
As the migrant crisis continues to swell in Europe, many refugees put their faith in Moroccan-Italian activist Nawal Soufi.
By Abigail Haworth
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My Mom and I Share the Same Husband
A mother and daughter having sex with the same man may sound hard to believe, but it's a necessity for women in one Bangladeshi tribe. Not that they're thrilled about it.
By Abigail Haworth
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And Then They Were Gone: What Life Has Been Like for the Women Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 Left Behind
A year ago this month, Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 disappeared without a trace en route from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing, leaving the fate of the 239 people on board unknown. With a much-criticized investigation and conspiracy theories swirling, their loved ones had nowhere else to turn but to one another.
By Abigail Haworth
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"If They Capture Me, They Will Execute Me at Once": Meet the Iraqi Woman Standing Up to ISIS
The Islamic State is waging a genocidal war on the Yazidi people—kidnapping, raping, and killing those who do not submit to its extremist ideals. Iraqi politician Vian Dakhil's efforts to stand in the way have made her a prime target. Abigail Haworth accompanies her to the front lines on her mission to help free women and girls, and lobby for her people before the world.
By Abigail Haworth
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Naheed Farid Talks Women's Rights, Afghanistan Presidential Election
One politician wages a campaign for greater women's rights.
By Abigail Haworth
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South Sudan: Band of Sisters
With this month marking South Sudan's third anniversary as the world's newest nation, we talk to model NYKHOR PAUL about her campaign to bring peace to the war-ravaged country she once called home
By Abigail Haworth
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My Mom Sold My Virginity
Inside Cambodia's highly secretive upmarket virgin trade.
By Abigail Haworth
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Double Trouble: Girls in Major Humanitarian Emergencies Face Increased Risks
Typhoon Haiyan dealt a one-two punch to young women in the Philippines
By Abigail Haworth
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Filter: She's Out on Patrol
One year after the death of a New Delhi student in a brutal gang rape, India's women are striking back. But is vigilante-style action the solution?
By Abigail Haworth