A draft law in Iraq that would allow the marriage of girls as young as nine has provoked protests across the country, with women’s rights activists saying it would “legalise child rape”.The Shia religious groups that dominate the political system in Iraq have been pushing to erode women’s rights in the country for more than a decade.Unlike neighbouring Saudi Arabia, Iraq does not have a system of male guardianship requiring women to have the permission of a husband,...

On a pleasant Friday afternoon around 3:00 pm on December 29th, 2023, the musical aficionado and former US President Barack Obama delighted fans with the release of his much-anticipated 2023 playlist, titled "Barack Obama's Favorite Music of 2023."Comprising an eclectic selection of 28 songs that traverse continents and genres, the playlist serves as a testament to Obama's profound appreciation for music that transcends borders and biases. This inclination towards t...

Ringo Starr will make his debut on the blockchain next month, announcing a collection of NFT artworks dubbed "The Creative Mind Of A Beatle."The collection features five of Starr’s original art pieces – two paintings, one Bansky-esque self-portrait, and two hybrid works – each being minted as editions of four. Each piece will come with a physical print of the corresponding artwork, signed by Starr, as well as an audio recording of Starr performing an original compos...