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Tahawul Tech
27-03-2025
- Business
- Tahawul Tech
Vibha Thusu, Industrial Automation (IA) eCommerce Program Leader – Marketing & Communications at Schneider Electric
The theme 'Accelerate Action' for IWD 2025 is a powerful call to stop talking and start doing. We've spent years discussing diversity and inclusion, but it's now time to move from awareness to tangible action. For the tech industry, this means embedding these values into every layer of the organisation.
Yahoo
10-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kate Middleton Pays Tribute to Late Teen with Cancer, Whose 'Bucket List' Dream She Helped Fulfill: Her 'Memory Lives on'
Kate Middleton is remembering a teenage admirer who had it on her 'bucket list' to meet the royal before she died. The Princess of Wales, 43, shared a poignant tribute to the late photographer Liz Hatton, who died at age 17 from cancer in November 2024, as she marked International Women's Day on Saturday, March 8. 'Celebrating the strength and creativity of Liz and [her mother] Vicky Hatton,' Kate wrote on X. 'It was an honor meeting them both in Windsor in October. Liz's memory live[s] on in Vicky's unwavering resilience. Thank you for such a moving moment #IWD2025.' Princess Kate's tribute was shared alongside a previous social media post, which featured a photo of the royal embracing Liz when the pair first met at Windsor Castle last year, as well as another of her and Prince William posing with Liz and her family. The meeting took place following Kate's return to work after completing her cancer treatment. 'A pleasure to meet with Liz at Windsor today,' the mom of three wrote in the previous post. 'A talented young photographer whose creativity and strength has inspired us both. Thank you for sharing your photos and story with us ❤️ W&C.' Related: Kate Middleton Says Prince William Has Been 'Amazing' amid Cancer News in Candid Fan-Captured Video Liz, from North Yorkshire in England, died last year after being diagnosed with terminal cancer in the form of an aggressive desmoplastic tumor, her mother previously announced on Instagram. In January 2024, the late photographer created a bucket list — which included meeting Kate — after learning of her rare cancer diagnosis, BBC News reported. Liz said of the meeting in a BBC interview shared via her Instagram, "It was just a massive shock … None of us were expecting it, necessarily ... Talking to them was amazing, because it was just like talking to anyone … there was just humanity and kindness.' Related: Kate Middleton Is Set for a Royal Family Reunion at an Annual Event She Missed Last Year Following the announcement of Liz's death, the Princess of Wales called the teenager a "talented young photographer whose creativity and strength has inspired us both," per BBC News. Can't get enough of PEOPLE's Royals coverage? to get the latest updates on Kate Middleton, Meghan Markle and more! Kate announced her cancer diagnosis in March 2024. Months later, in September, she revealed in a video message shared on social media that she had completed her chemotherapy treatment. The Princess of Wales is next expected to attend the annual Commonwealth Day Service of Celebration at Westminster Abbey in London on Monday, March 10, after not attending last year. Read the original article on People
Yahoo
08-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Keir Starmer shares message to daughter on International Women's Day
Sir Keir Starmer has said that he looks 'forward to the achievements possible in an equal world', as he marked International Women's Day with a message for his daughter. The Prime Minister said that he does his job for her 'and your generation', in a post on Instagram. Other ministers have marked the day with pledges to tackle the gender pay gap and give young women the best start in life, while Labour grandee Baroness Harriet Harman has been appointed the new UK special envoy for women and girls. Posting a picture of himself writing a letter, Sir Keir said: 'To my daughter, you are my pride and joy. It's for you, and your generation, that I do this job. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Keir Starmer (@keirstarmer) 'To make sure your skills and talents determine how far you go, not your gender. 'To make sure your future is defined by hope, security and opportunities, not prejudice or limits.' He added: 'On International Women's Day, we celebrate the achievements of women before you, and look forward to the achievements possible in an equal world.' The Prime Minister rarely discusses his children, a teenage son and daughter. Women and equalities minister Bridget Phillipson has said that she is 'determined' to make sure that all young women have 'the best start in life' regardless of their background. A statement from Ms Phillipson, who is also Education Secretary read: 'This International Women's Day, I want every woman and girl to know that this is a government of change. The Foreign Secretary has appointed @HarrietHarman as Special Envoy for Women and Girls to champion gender equality worldwide and help deliver global economic growth. #InternationalWomensDay2025 #AccelerateAction #IWD2025 — Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (@FCDOGovUK) March 8, 2025 'I am determined to make sure every young woman, no matter her income, class or background, has the best start in life and opportunity to succeed. 'Women should not be held back at work by the caring responsibilities that disproportionately affect them, or insecurity after pregnancy or maternity. 'That's why we're tackling the gender pay gap with better protections at work and more free childcare, to get more money in women's pockets and drive up household income.' Chancellor Rachel Reeves said that the Government will 'redouble' efforts to open up opportunities for women. Ms Reeves said: 'International Women's Day is an opportunity to celebrate how far we've come, but also as a Government, and for me personally, as the first ever female Chancellor of the Exchequer, to redouble our efforts to ensure that we have opportunities for women.' She added that ministers are 'going further and faster on childcare and breakfast clubs to help parents, but particularly women, balance work and family life'. Charity ActionAid said the appointment of Baroness Harman as special envoy for women and girls 'risks being more symbol than substance' without funding to 'back it up'. Pointing to the Government's overseas aid cuts, Hannah Bond, co-chief executive, said: 'The appointment is a welcome step, and with a strong track record, Baroness Harman could drive real change. 'But on International Women's Day, without funding to back it up, it risks being more symbol than substance. 'Deep cuts to the UK's ODA budget, both last week and in recent years, will gut vital programmes that support women and girls.' The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office said that the former minister will 'co-ordinate efforts across the globe' to push for the protection of rights over reproductive health, access to education and freedom from gender-based violence.
Yahoo
08-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Minister pledges ‘best start' for young women on International Women's Day
Women should 'not be held back at work' by caring responsibilities or 'insecurity' around maternity, the equalities minister has said, as the Government has marked International Women's Day (IWD). Bridget Phillipson also said that she is 'determined' to make sure that all young women have 'the best start in life' regardless of their background. Labour has said the Government is working to close the gender pay gap and championing women's rights, as it marked the annual day. Today, on International Women's Day, we celebrate the incredible achievements of women in Britain and around the world. This Labour government is committed to closing the gender pay gap, improving workplace protections, championing women's rights and breaking down barriers. — The Labour Party (@UKLabour) March 8, 2025 A statement from Ms Phillipson, who serves as Education Secretary and minister for women and equalities read: 'This International Women's Day, I want every woman and girl to know that this is a government of change. 'I am determined to make sure every young woman, no matter her income, class, or background, has the best start in life and opportunity to succeed. 'Women should not be held back at work by the caring responsibilities that disproportionately affect them, or insecurity after pregnancy or maternity. 'That's why we're tackling the gender pay gap with better protections at work and more free childcare, to get more money in women's pockets and drive up household income.' Chancellor Rachel Reeves has also marked IWD, and said that the Government will 'redouble' efforts to open up opportunities for women. Ms Reeves said: 'International Women's Day is an opportunity to celebrate how far we've come, but also as a Government, and for me personally, as the first ever female Chancellor of the Exchequer, to redouble our efforts to ensure that we have opportunities for women.' She added that ministers are 'going further and faster on childcare and breakfast clubs to help parents, but particularly women, balance work and family life'. It comes as Labour grandee Baroness Harriet Harman has been made the new UK special envoy for women and girls. The Foreign Secretary has appointed @HarrietHarman as Special Envoy for Women and Girls to champion gender equality worldwide and help deliver global economic growth. #InternationalWomensDay2025 #AccelerateAction #IWD2025 — Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (@FCDOGovUK) March 8, 2025 The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office said that the former minister will 'co-ordinate efforts across the globe' to push for the protection of rights over reproductive health, access to education and freedom from gender-based violence. However charity ActionAid said the appointment 'risks being more symbol than substance' without funding to 'back it up'.
Yahoo
08-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Lauren Price eases past Natasha Jonas to become unified welterweight champion
Lauren Price beat Natasha Jonas by unanimous decision to become WBC, IBF and WBA unified welterweight champion at Royal Albert Hall. The 30-year-old Price dominated her 40-year-old opponent with a 98-93 100-90 98-92 score to set up an undisputed clash with the winner of the fight between Mikaela Mayer and Sandy Ryan later this month. The pair made history by joining the likes of Muhammad Ali to fight at the historic venue on the eve of International Women's Day. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭! 🔥 Watch on as @LLPrice94 was crowned the unified Welterweight champion at this historic event 👑#JonasPrice | Mar 7 | @RoyalAlbertHall | @SkySportsBoxing | #IWD2025 #AccelerateAction — BOXXER (@boxxer) March 7, 2025 Price found her range in the opening exchanges as she demonstrated her speed with two counter left hooks which wobbled Jonas and set the tone for a dominant remainder of the first round, which went in her favour. A promising opener turned one sided in the following rounds as Price barraged a gun-shy Jonas with a series of shots. Price – the 'Lucky One' – often said in the build-up that age would be a factor and it seemed that she was right with the younger fighter looking the more powerful with experienced Jonas almost losing her footing off a straight shot in the second. If Jonas were to have any success, it would be to drag the fight late where Price's pace had diminished. But the match was already creeping away from the Liverpudlian by the end of the third with complaints to referee Marcus McDonald about shots to the back of the head that showed signs of frustration. Olympic gold medallist Price demonstrated her pedigree from close range as her arsenal of quick punches proved too fast for Jonas, whose ability to withstand shots was her biggest compliment by the sixth round. But her chin showed signs of cracking as Price's snappy one-two combinations trumped anything from her opponent, who looked a shadow of herself from December's victory over Ivana Habazin. The writing was on the wall for Jonas in the ninth as a shove from Price saw her on the deck with her legs beginning to betray her. Despite being well beaten, her heart could not be questioned as she continued to exchange in the pocket but it was ultimately Price's night as she went on to claim a deserved victory in the capital.
