Data Vis Dispatch, March 10: Women, war, and wealth

On Sunday, International Women's Day was celebrated, an occasion aptly marked by a visualization highlighting generations of women who have changed history. The start of the Winter Paralympics, however, highlights yet another gender gap. Interactive maps help explore similar topics, showing that only one in ten streets in Málaga is named after a woman and highlighting gender attitudes across Europe.

The gender pay gap remains a significant issue, with women working virtually unpaid for several months of the year in certain professions. Countries that have set regulations for employers to report on gender pay have seen the gap shrink, yet the gender distribution remains uneven.

Several elections took place in the past week. In the German state of Baden-Württemberg, municipal election results revealed a clear divide in political orientation, reflecting party positions. In Texas, the outcome of the primary elections was shaped by counties with a higher percentage of Hispanic voters. Meanwhile, in Switzerland, the proposal to halve radio and television license fees was rejected by 62 percent of voters.

Attacks are still being carried out on both sides of the Iran war, with drones and missiles being used to hit targets at long range. The types of targets in Iran has also changed, from military sites to police stations and airports. Meanwhile, opposition militia groups on Iran's border hope to weaken the military.

As a result of the Iran war, ships and flights are still being severely impacted. With the Strait of Hormuz now closed, the global energy supply has been disrupted. Drone and missile strikes have affected oil and gas production, causing prices to rise, as well as global fertilizer supplies.

The German car industry has experienced a decline in manufacturing, with carmakers resorting to job cuts to reduce costs. On the same topic, an interactive tool shows the reasons for unemployment in the United States, broken down by age and level of education.

By contrast, on the topic of wealth, high-income neighbourhoods enjoy more shade. Wealth can also be found in the technological sector, with companies investing in AI businesses. Rent prices are continuing to rise, with the situation becoming increasingly difficult even outside major cities. The White House, however, does not seem to be affected by such issues, with renovation plans amounting to significant sums.