Six Women Were Elected. So Why Were Their Husbands Sworn In?
In rural India, guarantees of equal representation on village councils are easily thwarted. But some women are pushing back against “boss husbands.”
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The impact on US elections if Canada and Greenland were states
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Bringing Astronauts Home
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Tim Walz says he and Harris were too ‘safe’ during 2024 presidential campaign
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United Center removes the Bulls' championship banners after they were damaged during a concert
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Many in small business were jubilant over Trump’s victory. They’ve since grown very uncertain about the U.S. economy.
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Barcelona were offered chance to sign Paris Saint-Germain star prior to Nico Williams snub
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Families of deported Venezuelans are distraught their loved ones were sent to El Salvador
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As Trump eyes Greenland, election tests Arctic island's ambitions for independence from Denmark
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The People Whose Children Were Killed in Duterte’s Drug War
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Cooper Kupp and Deebo Samuel were both interested in Broncos this offseason
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These free-agent signings didn't break the bank — but they were right on the money
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Records show many federal workers were fired and rehired at 18 agencies
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The 49ers have been a model of success. So why are they putting on a fire sale?
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Gonzaga women accept invitation to WBIT, will host UTSA
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Some Vegans Were Harmed in the Watching of This Movie
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We Were Badly Misled About Covid
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France beat Scotland in thriller to win U20 Six Nations
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Six Nations team of the tournament: Five English players, but no Welshmen
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Why Dan and Andrea Hurley turned down the Los Angeles Lakers
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Ad spending on women's sports more than doubled last year
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Trump Officials Say Deportees Were Gang Members. Few Details Were Disclosed.
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Liverpool were unlucky losers in Champions League showdown vs. PSG, but clearly the better team won
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Mark Carney sworn in as first new Canadian prime minister in nine years
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Women's Six Nations team-by-team guide
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Edison’s Power Lines Were Under Strain 14 Hours Before Eaton Fire
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Italy v Ireland LIVE: Score and updates from Six Nations as visitors snatch lead
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Italy's top court orders government to compensate migrants who were stranded at sea for days
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Chris Long would choose New York Giants over Steelers if he were Aaron Rodgers
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