From Kamala Khan to the Burka Avenger, comic book characters are increasingly becoming a medium through which sensitive social issues can be discussed. Leading the march is an army of powerful Muslim women who are empowering people just like them.

“You can still like fashion and be a feminist,” says Mother's Katie Mackay. But with enduring stereotypes, the 'taboo' topic has often been avoided by women's magazines – until now. Can a new campaign by fashion magazineElle'rebrand' feminism?

With her long blonde hair, tiny waist and pure pink wardrobe, Barbie is an icon. She may be only 11 and a half inches tall, but this cultural giant has occupied a prominent position in little girls’ toy boxes for over half a century. In 2014, Barbie was knocked off the top spot on most the popular girls’ toy list. But is Barbie’s reign really over?

From Lara Croft to Tifa Lockhart, the women in games are as famed for their skimpy outfits as their ability to punch and climb their way through their storylines. In-game sexism is as prevalent as ever. Now,World of Warcraftis addressing some of its own social demons.