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New study shows: Women live longer – but men have more quality of life

According to a recent study by the World Health Organization (WHO), the average lifeexpectancy for men is 69 years, whereas women typically live up to 74 years on average.Globally, women tend to...

Breaking barriers: How women have redefined work in Corporate America over the past decade

Ten years ago, I left a corporate job in the technology industry feeling burned out, having witnessed and personally experienced bias, racism, and sexual harassment. At the time, the dominant narrative around...

What JD Vance has actually said about women

Multiple clips of JD Vance's past comments about women and women's issues have resurfaced after he was announced as Donald Trump's running mate on Monday. Vance has accused the media of misrepresenting...

Maternal deaths found to be highest in States with abortion restrictions, study reveals

New research indicates that states with strict abortion restrictions are experiencing higher rates of maternal deaths. The Commonwealth Fund analyzed data from 2021 to 2022, following the overturning of Roe v. Wade...

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Timeless hairstyles that have shaped fashion: Iconic looks from Jane Birkin to Brigitte Bardot

Hair holds more significance than we often realize. It's as much a reflection of our emotions as it is a tool for transformation, which...

JD Vance went viral for ‘cat lady’ comments: The centuries-pld trope that won’t die

Republican vice presidential nominee Senator JD Vance's criticism of prominent Democrats as “childless cat ladies” has ignited a wave of outrage among women, who...

The Fight for Women’s Rights: Political Representation and the Battle Over Abortion

Although the majority of Americans are in favor of abortion rights, recent events have caused a significant shift in the landscape. With the overturning...

Addressing the Gender Gap in STEM: Lessons from Christina DiMarino

Currently, only 35% of the workforce in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM)fields are women, with engineering and computer sciences having the biggest imbalances.According...

Closing the gender gap: The importance of female leadership representation

March is Women's History Month, a time to highlight the crucial role of women leaders in the professional world. Despite some progress made, there...

Supporters claim that China has sentenced Sophia Huang Xueqin, a #MeToo journalist and activist, to jail for “subversion.”

Prominent #MeToo journalist and activist Sophia Huang Xueqin, 36, was convicted of "subversion against the state" by a Chinese court on Friday and sentenced...

Harvard study finds that having a female manager can boost productivity in mixed-gender teams.

A new study from Harvard Business School highlights the benefits of having more women in managerial roles in the workplace. The study emphasizes that poor...

Study Finds Water Births Do Not Raise Risk of Complications

Research shows that using a water pool during labor for low-risk pregnancies is just as safe as giving birth out of water. A study has...

Female doctor reflects on pivotal moment behind HIV prevention drug trial

Prof Linda-Gail Bekker receives ovation at Aids summit after presenting trial results of ‘miracle’ drug lenacapavir. When the doctor leading the trial of a groundbreaking...

Susan Wojcicki, Former CEO of YouTube, Dies at 56 of Cancer

"After her passing on August 9th, her husband took to Facebook to express the immeasurable influence she had on both our family and the...

Barbie director Greta Gerwig is TIME’S Woman of the Year 2024

Greta Gerwig, a highly respected filmmaker and director behind theblockbuster hit “Barbie,” has been chosen as TIME Magazine'sWoman of the Year for 2024 Gerwig, who...

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An overview of Pope Francis’ past hospital stays and health issues

ROME — Pope Francis has been admitted to the hospital for the fourth time since taking office in 2013, following a diagnosis of bronchitis...

Tory Burch’s latest collection at New York Fashion Week redefines the classic ‘T’ as a symbol of transformation.

NEW YORK — Tory Burch presented a creative take on American sportswear during her latest fall/winter collection at New York Fashion Week, adding a...

UMass awards $10,000 to student for half-court shot despite foot being on the line

UMass announced plans to award a $10,000 prize to a student after a disagreement regarding a halftime promotional contest at a women’s basketball game....

Disparity in maternal deaths increased among US women of different races during childbirth period.

In 2023, the maternal mortality rate for Black women in the United States was found to be nearly 3.5 times that of white women,...

Hermoso’s brother and teammate testify in court that the Spain player felt pressured to minimize the significance of Rubiales’ kiss.

MADRID — In a courtroom session on Wednesday, both Jenni Hermoso’s brother and a former teammate disclosed efforts to pressure her into minimizing the...

A’ja Wilson launches Nike footwear and clothing line, highlighting the rise and enthusiasm for women’s athletics

COLUMBIA, S.C. — A’ja Wilson has come to embrace the idea that while certain things may take time, they are not necessarily out of...

Vibrancy and brightness stand out against muted shades on the Grammys red carpet

LOS ANGELES — The 67th Grammy Awards commenced on a Sunday evening, showcasing a red carpet adorned with shades of black and muted colors,...

Next month, a Polish appeals court is set to decide on an abortion case that activists argue may establish a new...

WARSAW, Poland — A Polish appeals court announced on Thursday that it will issue a decision next month concerning a women's rights advocate who...

Lady Vols’ Kim Caldwell makes her comeback one week post childbirth.

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee's head coach, Kim Caldwell, made an impressive return to the sidelines just a week after welcoming her son into the...

Imane Ayissi showcases contemporary elegance infused with African artistry during Paris Couture Week.

PARIS — Born in Cameroon, designer Imane Ayissi has masterfully blended luxurious satin and taffeta with traditional African crafting techniques in his latest couture...

Kenzo embraces a fun, nostalgic vibe during Paris Fashion Week.

PARIS — Kenzo made waves at Paris Fashion Week with an invigorating collection that seamlessly combined themes of nostalgia, cultural interaction, and precise tailoring,...

Coaches Staley and Mulkey showcase their fashion choices in the LSU vs. South Carolina clash

COLUMBIA, S.C. — The highly anticipated matchup between the second-ranked South Carolina Gamecocks and the fifth-ranked LSU Tigers featured two teams that have previously...

ICC prosecutor seeks arrest warrants for Taliban leaders in Afghanistan for targeting women.

THE HAGUE, Netherlands — On Thursday, the chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court announced his solicitation for arrest warrants targeting two high-ranking Taliban...

South Carolina earns a top vote as UCLA, Gamecocks, and Notre Dame lead the women’s AP Top 25.

South Carolina has navigated through a challenging stretch in its conference schedule, holding steady at No. 2 in the latest women's basketball rankings. The...

Cecile Richards, ex-president of Planned Parenthood and advocate for women’s rights, has passed away at the age of 67.

Cecile Richards, a prominent advocate for women's rights and abortion access who led Planned Parenthood for 12 transformative years, has passed away at the...

Melania Trump’s inauguration outfit details — featuring the hat

On Inauguration Day, while red baseball caps have become emblematic of former President Donald Trump, First Lady Melania Trump showcased her own fashion statement...

How researchers with disabilities are improving accessibility in labs and fieldwork.

SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. — The journey to Lost Lake was both steep and rugged, featuring sharp stones and deep fissures along the way. A...

Chronology: Significant milestones in the prolonged struggle for the Equal Rights Amendment

The journey towards the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) has its roots over a century ago when suffragist Alice Paul introduced the idea shortly after...

NCAA approves new framework to compensate women’s teams during March Madness

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Women's basketball teams will now receive compensation for participating in the NCAA Tournament, a change that reflects a long-overdue step toward...

Renowned Italian photographer Oliviero Toscani, known for his bold Benetton advertisements, passes away at 82

MILAN — Oliviero Toscani, the renowned photographer known for his bold and controversial advertising campaigns for Benetton during the 1980s and 1990s, passed away...

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