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Lack of political and social freedom for the Muslim women in the Middle East has added to their sufferings in many ways. The latest manifestation is the honor killings. The rigid and blind following of tribal ethos and customs in this part of the...
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Women working in the federal government still earn less than their male counterparts, but the pay gap is shrinking.
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