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An imperious Ashleigh Barty has become the first Australian to win her home Grand Slam in 44 years, halting the charge of fearless American Danielle Collins in straight sets. Relive the thrilling encounter through AFP's top match photos.
FRANCE 24 spoke to Mahbouba Seraj, a leading women's rights activist in Afghanistan. She told us the Taliban have to "give in" on "red lines" such as women's access to education and work in order to "continue governing". With Afghanistan in dire need of financial assistance, Seraj said she was "angry at the whole world", especially US President Joe Biden. "You cannot let the people of this country die," she said in an emotional plea to the international community.
BioNTech founder Dr Özlem Türeci and grassroots activist Jenny Rasche were also recognised for their work.
Feminist icon Gloria Steinem reflects on her life and career after winning Spain's prestigious Asturias award.
Twelve of the 17 cabinet members are women, the most in Albania's history, according to PM Edi Rama.