sexism

CRIME

German band Rammstein hit by sex abuse scandal

France raises fine for sexual harassment to €3,750

After passing landmark legislation in 2018 to outlaw sexual harassment in public places, France has increased the penalties for certain types of street harassment.

CULTURE

‘French Oscars’ ceremony features awkward lack of women

SEXISM

Spain’s PM blasts ‘repugnant’ video of students insulting women

DISCRIMINATION

Many young Frenchmen say violence against women acceptable, sexism survey reveals

SEXISM

French cycling team flies into sexism storm

SEXISM

German city allows women to bathe topless in pools

EQUALITY

11 statistics that show the state of gender equality in Italy

PENSIONS

Switzerland rapped for being ‘sexist’ towards men over pensions

CRIME

Italy records sharp rise in femicides over the past year

READER QUESTIONS

Reader question: Is abortion legal in Austria?

SEXISM

Women in Germany earn nearly a fifth less than men