Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Street art with the face of Gisele Halimi (1927 - 2020) . Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbe Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Women s song. Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbe Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Street art with the face of Gisele Halimi (1927 - 2020) The woman is not the free service of ... Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbe Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Two activists with placards, Amphi rapist Danger for Life. Rapists out of our hospitals !. Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbe Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

The gates, entrance to the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbe Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Placards on the ground, We believe you, My choices, No means No, below a banner, Rapist Outside CHU. Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbe Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

A woman with a placard, Justice complicit Fed up with the Culture of !!! Rape !!!. Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbe Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

A placard on the gates of the Palais de Justice, We no longer want the narcissistic, murderous world of patriarchy. Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbe Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

A placard, I left him then... He took my children away. Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbe Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Placards on the ground, We believe you, My choices, No means No, below a banner, Rapist Outside CHU. Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbe Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

A placard on the gates of the Palais de Justice, We no longer want the narcissistic, murderous world of patriarchy. Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbe Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Placards on the ground, We believe you, My choices, No means No, below a banner, Rapist Outside CHU. Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbe Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Speech by Irene Corradin, feminist activist, MLF. Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbe Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

A placard, The question of consent? Good question, Justice rules in favor of rapists, with a sticker, Midi-Pyrenees Women s Rights Collective. Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbe Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

The gates of the Palais de Justice with the demonstrators in the background. Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbe Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

An activist with a sticker on her back, NPA, Women in Struggle ! Gender-based violence, social violence. Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbe Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

An intern at Toulouse University Hospital with a placard, Yesterday Rapist, Today Doctor. Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbe Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

An intern at Toulouse University Hospital with a placard, Yesterday Rapist, Today Doctor. Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbe Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

A placard in front of the Palais de Justice, Rapists out of our Hospitals !!!. Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbe Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

A demonstrator with a poster, NousToultes31 Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbe Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

A demonstrator with a poster, NousToultes31 Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbe Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

An activist from behind with a placard, It is urgent to take into account the extreme dangerousness of violent men. Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbé Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

An activist with a placard, Le machisme Tue! with a Femmes en Lutte sticker. Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbé Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

A demonstrator with a poster, NousToultes31 Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbé Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbé Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Une militante avec une pancarte, Il est urgent de prendre en compte l’extrême dangerosité des hommes violents. Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbé Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

A mother holds her daughter s placard, Feminist for as long as it takes. Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbé Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

A placard 79 feminicides. Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbé Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

A banner in front of the Palais de Justice, Violeur Hors CHU. Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbé Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

A placard on the gates of the Palais de Justice, I am a woman, I am a child, How can I still have confidence in the justice of this country? Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbé Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

A placard on the gates of the Palais de Justice, We no longer want the narcissistic, murderous world of patriarchy. Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbé Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

A placard on the gates of the Palais de Justice, We no longer want the narcissistic, murderous world of patriarchy. Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbé Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

A placard on the gates of the Palais de Justice, We no longer want the narcissistic, murderous world of patriarchy. Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbé Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

An activist with a placard, Le machisme Tue! with a Femmes en Lutte sticker. Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbé Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

Demo against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse

A placard on the steps of the Palais de Justice, We no longer want the narcissistic, murderous world of patriarchy. Rally, human chain against sexual violence at the Palais de Justice in Toulouse. Rallies across France, called by numerous feminist associations, unions and political parties. The trial of the Mazan rapists, the revelations about Abbé Pierre, the rape and murder of Philippine - every day that passes shows us the extent to which rape culture permeates our society, and the extent to which impunity for aggressors is strong. France, Toulouse, October 19, 2024. Photo by Patricia Huchot-Boissier/ABACAPRESS.COM

Street bookstall in Beirut attracts book lovers with humble budget

STORY: Street bookstall in Beirut attracts book lovers with humble budget DATELINE: June 18, 2023 LENGTH: 00:04:01 LOCATION: Beirut CATEGORY: CULTURE/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the bookstall 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): MOHAMAD ISMAIL AL-MOGHRABI 3. various of the bookstall 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Arabic): ABO AHMED, Visitor 5. various of the bookstall 6. SOUNDBITE 3 (Arabic): ABO AHMED, Visitor 7. various of the bookstall STORYLINE: Book lovers with a humble budget can now stop by a bridge in Beirut to find a wide range of titles that suit every taste. Facing financial hardship, Mohamad Ismail al-Moghrabi, an old Egyptian man and a former university professor, showcases books he collected to rent or sell, making money to survive. Al-Moghrabi said people love his humble bookshop and many of them look for books that offer knowledge about the real Lebanon. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): MOHAMAD ISMAIL AL-MOGHRABI "People accept this idea to a great extent. The population, an old man, a writer, a scientist, and a teacher,

Palestinians prepare for Ramadan amid increasing prices of goods

STORY: Palestinians prepare for Ramadan amid increasing prices of goods DATELINE: April 2, 2022 LENGTH: 00:04:12 LOCATION: GAZA/RAMALLAH CATEGORY: SOCIETY/ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): NIDAL OBAID, Food merchant in Gaza 2. SOUNDBITE 2 (Arabic): MOHAMMED AL-MOGHRABI, Gaza resident 3. SOUNDBITE 3 (Arabic): IHAB AL-HELOU, Toy merchant in Gaza 4. SOUNDBITE 4 (Arabic): MOHAMMED AHMAD, Ramallah resident STORYLINE: Palestinians flock to markets and shopping malls in Gaza and West Bank to prepare for the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, which starts on Saturday, amid the noticeable rise in prices of commodities. Merchants decorate their shops with huge lanterns and lights in a bid to attract customers, while songs for the holy month are played to welcome them. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): NIDAL OBAID, Food merchant in Gaza "Because of the critical economic situation in the Gaza Strip, there is a weak demand for our goods, even though we brought a lot of goods." The high prices stopped Mohammed al-Mog

Gazans break tradition to more openly embrace plastic surgery

STORY: Gazans break tradition to more openly embrace plastic surgery DATELINE: March 28, 2022 LENGTH: 00:02:21 LOCATION: Gaza CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: various of Tariq Dirdisawi having hair implant surgerySOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): TARIQ DIRDISAWI, Pediatrician from Gaza Cityvarious of doctors and nurses workingSOUNDBITE 2 (Arabic): AHMED AL-MOGHRABI, Plastic surgeonvarious of street views STORYLINE: Tariq Dirdisawi, a pediatrician from Gaza City, plans a hair implant surgery, hoping to get rid of the baldness that has troubled him for years. The 41-year-old father of three told Xinhua that what prompted him to undergo plastic surgery was mainly the desire to obtain a good look and partly related to an increasingly open society in Gaza. "It is not a shame to take care of ourselves, whether we are men or women. In the past, when I wanted to have such surgery, it required me to travel to Turkey, Egypt, or another country, which would cost me a lot of time, effort, and expenses, but today things have be