Head Of Swedish Academy Steps Down Over Handling Of Sex Abuse Allegations
Permanent Secretary Sara Danius resigned on Thursday from the institution that awards the Nobel Prize for literature.
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Nobel Prize Judges Face Crisis 'Worse Than One Can Imagine' After Resignations
Three members of the Swedish Academy, which awards the Nobel Prize in literature, protested its response to a simmering scandal by resigning their permanent roles. Now, the group is in a tough spot.
Record Company Executive Out Following Sexual Misconduct Investigation
Charlie Walk, former president of Republic Records, is leaving the company. Republic tells NPR Music that they "have mutually agreed to part ways."
Mexico's #MeToo Faces Backlash After Celebrities Air Accusations Of Rape And Assault
Women in Mexico's entertainment industry began coming forward with accusations last month. "You speak out and they assassinate you in the media," said Mexican actress Natalia Cordova-Buckley.
Women In Hospitality Come Together Over Shared Passion For Food Business
Part event-planning company, part online publication, D.C.-based Pineapple Collaborative is expanding to other cities, connecting women who work in the traditionally male-dominated food industry.
What's An Inclusion Rider? Here's The Story Behind Frances McDormand's Closing Words
"I have two words to leave with you tonight," the actress told the audience after winning her Oscar: "inclusion rider." But she didn't define those words onstage — so, here's a helpful primer.
A Hip Charleston Restaurant Where Women Are The Boss
The #MeToo movement has forced many restaurants and chefs to confront sexual harassment in their own ranks. At Cannon Green, where women mentor other women, the atmosphere seems much less turbulent.
A New Survey Finds 81 Percent Of Women Have Experienced Sexual Harassment
A nationwide survey found that most women have experienced some form of sexual harassment, many since their teenage years. The results illustrate why the #MeToo movement was so successful.
Why Sex Scandals Persist In The Humanitarian Aid World
Staffers and researchers were disturbed by the Oxfam scandal in Haiti — but not shocked. "This is a sector-wide problem," says human rights lawyer Megan Nobert.
China Is Attempting To Muzzle #MeToo
As the women's rights movement spreads among Chinese universities, it poses a unique challenge to the country's male-dominated, authoritarian regime.