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Finnish Defense Forces starting unisex quarters pilot
A limited, voluntary trial this spring will see male and female soldiers sharing the same living space
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Thai court says anti-abortion laws unconstitutional
Pregnancies in Thailand can be terminated if a woman's physical or mental health are at risk, the fetus has a high risk of a genetic disease, or in cases of rape and girls under the age of 15
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Somalia executes two men by firing squad for girl's gang rape and murder
The killing triggered demonstrations calling for authorities to enforce a law to secure justice in the east African nation, where rape victims are stigmatized
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Greek athlete chosen to be the first woman to ever start the Olympic Torch Relay
Greek shooting champion Anna Korakaki is set to become the first woman in history to launch the Olympic Torch Relay