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The majority of women don't feel listened to by their doctors - which comes with health-related consequences.
Survey Says: At the Doctor’s Office, Women Still Don’t Feel Heard
A new Gallup Poll also revealed that when health problems go unaddressed because of doctors’ dismissals of symptoms – pain, especially – it impacts women’s lives.
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September 23, 2026 at 12:01 PM
The majority of women don't feel listened to by their doctors - which comes with health-related consequences.
Sendy Raymond turned her love of bringing people together into a destination event-planning company rooted in localized expertise and heartfelt hospitality.
A Bali-Based Business Born of Her Passion for Hospitality
Sendy Raymond turned her love of bringing people together into a destination event-planning company rooted in localized expertise and heartfelt hospitality.
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September 23, 2026 at 12:42 PM
Sendy Raymond turned her love of bringing people together into a destination event-planning company rooted in localized expertise and heartfelt hospitality.
According to new research, baby boomers and some Gen Xers are fueling the current divorce rates, which have dropped overall.
Women 50 and Up Are Main Drivers of ‘Gray Divorce’
According to new research, baby boomers and some Gen Xers are fueling the current divorce rates, which have dropped overall.
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September 23, 2026 at 9:25 AM
According to new research, baby boomers and some Gen Xers are fueling the current divorce rates, which have dropped overall.
Fatigue is plaguing most Americans these days - women chief among them.
Women Are ‘Significantly’ More Fatigued Than Men, Research Shows
CDC data reveal that over 70% of Americans experience chronic fatigue overall. Women grapple with frequent fatigue more. Are we surprised?
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September 21, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Fatigue is plaguing most Americans these days - women chief among them.
Victoria Woodhull was a “free lover,” a Wall Street broker, a news publisher and a clairvoyant. You won't soon forget her story, says historian Victoria Flexner.
How a Fortune Teller from Ohio Became the First Woman to Run for President
Victoria Woodhull was a “free lover,” a Wall Street broker, a news publisher and a clairvoyant. You won't soon forget her story, says historian Victoria Flexner.
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September 21, 2026 at 10:57 AM
Victoria Woodhull was a “free lover,” a Wall Street broker, a news publisher and a clairvoyant. You won't soon forget her story, says historian Victoria Flexner.
Born with cerebral palsy, Molly Kennedy turned her experiences into a consulting practice designed to help fellow women with disabilities live on their own terms.
Her Leadership Network Helps Women With Disabilities
Born with cerebral palsy, Molly Kennedy turned her experiences into a consulting practice designed to help fellow women with disabilities live on their own terms.
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September 18, 2026 at 9:06 AM
Born with cerebral palsy, Molly Kennedy turned her experiences into a consulting practice designed to help fellow women with disabilities live on their own terms.
Dr. Rielly Keyser launched The Grant Writing Firm to help nonprofits navigate the complex grant-seeking process, and build stronger organizations along the way.
She Helps Nonprofits Get the Funding They Need – and Deserve
Dr. Rielly Keyser launched The Grant Writing Firm to help nonprofits navigate the complex grant-seeking process, and build stronger organizations along the way.
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September 16, 2026 at 8:10 AM
Dr. Rielly Keyser launched The Grant Writing Firm to help nonprofits navigate the complex grant-seeking process, and build stronger organizations along the way.
We're looking to lift up women-led nonprofits and charities for our 2026 gift guide. Sound like you? Apply today!
Women Nonprofit Leaders: Apply For Our ‘Good Stuff’ Gift Guide!
Would a donation to your nonprofit or charity make an excellent gift? Tell us why! Apply for possible inclusion in our 2026 holiday gift guide. Deadline: Oct 25.
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September 15, 2026 at 5:04 PM
We're looking to lift up women-led nonprofits and charities for our 2026 gift guide. Sound like you? Apply today!
Athletes from Australia to England took to social media to criticize the actress' new controversy-courting ad for sports trading app Novig.
Women Athletes Have Choice Words for Sydney Sweeney’s ‘Sexualized’ Sports Ad
Athletes from Australia to England took to social media to criticize the actress' new controversy-courting ad for sports trading app Novig.
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September 15, 2026 at 12:56 PM
Athletes from Australia to England took to social media to criticize the actress' new controversy-courting ad for sports trading app Novig.
Experts are looking into standard piano size - and how it impacts women musicians.
A New Study Looks At How ‘One-Size-Fits-All’ Pianos Hinder Women Musicians
Researchers at Stanford University are examining whether standardized piano size is a hindrance to women’s careers as instrumentalists.
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September 14, 2026 at 2:41 PM
Experts are looking into standard piano size - and how it impacts women musicians.
We're thinking about 9/11 and all those who died, as well as those whose lives were forever impacted by this day.
Remembering September 11, 25 Years Later
We're thinking about 9/11 and all those who died, as well as those whose lives were forever impacted by this day.
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September 11, 2026 at 10:37 AM
We're thinking about 9/11 and all those who died, as well as those whose lives were forever impacted by this day.
Women are increasingly reaching for all things "witchy." We looked into why.
New Moon Rising: More Women Turning to Neopaganism as a Form of Resistance
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September 10, 2026 at 4:34 PM
Women are increasingly reaching for all things "witchy." We looked into why.
A recent report on women's representation in TV shows a sharp decrease compared to last year. That includes show creators and characters.
The Number of Talented Women Gracing Our TV Screens Is Going Down, Says New Report
A recent report on women's representation in TV shows a sharp decrease compared to last year. That includes show creators and characters.
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September 9, 2026 at 8:02 AM
A recent report on women's representation in TV shows a sharp decrease compared to last year. That includes show creators and characters.
Outspoken conservatives are using Lindsay Clancy's trial, and the discourse around it, to make broad statements about women's rights.
How the Right is Weaponizing a Tragedy to Subjugate Women
Lindsay Clancy's trial has sparked discussions around postpartum and mental healthcare – and bad actors are using this as a tool of women's oppression, Candice Helfand-Rogers writes.
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September 8, 2026 at 11:30 AM
Outspoken conservatives are using Lindsay Clancy's trial, and the discourse around it, to make broad statements about women's rights.
Clancy was charged with three counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of her children.
Mistrial Declared in Lindsay Clancy Case; Jury Unable to Reach a Verdict
Clancy had been charged with first-degree murder in the deaths of her three children. The defense argued that she was not guilty due to insanity. The case garnered national attention.
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September 4, 2026 at 6:55 PM
Clancy was charged with three counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of her children.
A crusader for women's equality and a tireless advocate for reproductive freedom, Steinem passed away this week at age 92.
RIP Gloria Steinem, Who Inspired Generations of Women to Claim Their Power
A crusader for women's equality and a tireless advocate for reproductive freedom, Steinem passed away this week at age 92.
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September 3, 2026 at 11:55 AM
A crusader for women's equality and a tireless advocate for reproductive freedom, Steinem passed away this week at age 92.
The concert proceeds will go toward organizations such as Planned Parenthood, Black Mamas Matter Alliance and National Women's Law Center.
Olivia Rodrigo’s Music Fest Raises $20 Million for Reproductive Health, Workers’ Rights
The concert proceeds will go toward organizations such as Planned Parenthood, Black Mamas Matter Alliance and National Women's Law Center.
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August 31, 2026 at 8:47 PM
The concert proceeds will go toward organizations such as Planned Parenthood, Black Mamas Matter Alliance and National Women's Law Center.
Former First Lady Michelle Obama expressed relief about being an empty nester - much to the chagrin of the right. Moms are likely to agree with her, however, this op-ed notes.
Michelle Obama Celebrated Her Empty-Nest Life. Cue the Meltdowns
Conservatives engaged in much hand-wringing when the former FLOTUS said she didn’t miss having kids at home. But plenty of moms can understand, Candice Helfand-Rogers writes.
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August 31, 2026 at 12:39 PM
Former First Lady Michelle Obama expressed relief about being an empty nester - much to the chagrin of the right. Moms are likely to agree with her, however, this op-ed notes.
From Indigenous rights and abolition to workplace equality and domestic workers’ rights, these four women challenged systems of injustice — and built movements that made a difference.
4 Women Who Turned Resistance Into Lasting Change
From Indigenous rights and abolition to workplace equality and domestic workers’ rights, these four women challenged systems of injustice — and built movements that made a difference.
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August 31, 2026 at 9:03 AM
From Indigenous rights and abolition to workplace equality and domestic workers’ rights, these four women challenged systems of injustice — and built movements that made a difference.
The "Queen of Country" died at age 80 of cancer. Hers is a shining, loving legacy.
Here’s to Dolly Parton, Who ‘Lived In the Light’
The country singer has died. She leaves behind a shining legacy through her bubbly persona and prolific music career – which are only dwarfed in size by her heart, Candice Helfand-Rogers writes.
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August 26, 2026 at 12:10 AM
The "Queen of Country" died at age 80 of cancer. Hers is a shining, loving legacy.
Career-minded women are increasingly wondering how marriage might impact their work.
New Survey Names A Growing Concern Among Working Women: Men
Research has shown that women with jobs still do most of the housework – when they’re married to men. Some are now wondering if single life isn’t better for their careers.
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August 24, 2026 at 5:25 PM
Career-minded women are increasingly wondering how marriage might impact their work.
Podcasts that make chopping, stirring and washing up a whole lot more entertaining.
10 Podcasts That Are Perfect to Cook To
Podcasts that make chopping, stirring and washing up a whole lot more entertaining.
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August 24, 2026 at 11:17 AM
Podcasts that make chopping, stirring and washing up a whole lot more entertaining.
From war zones to Renaissance courts, these five women broke barriers and created art that still demands our attention.
5 Women Artists Whose Lives Are Made for the Movies
From war zones to Renaissance courts, these five women broke barriers and created art that still demands our attention.
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August 19, 2026 at 9:32 AM
From war zones to Renaissance courts, these five women broke barriers and created art that still demands our attention.
From warning America about Hitler, to exposing lynching, to going undercover in a madhouse, these women risked everything to tell the stories others wouldn’t.
5 Women Journalists Who Changed How We See the World
From warning America about Hitler, to exposing lynching, to going undercover in a madhouse, these women risked everything to tell the stories others wouldn’t.
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August 17, 2026 at 9:30 AM
From warning America about Hitler, to exposing lynching, to going undercover in a madhouse, these women risked everything to tell the stories others wouldn’t.
Melinda French Gates is one of several prominent women to push back at the Trump Administration's latest push against vaccines.
Trump Tries to Curb Vaccines for Kids – Again. Women Experts Decry It
Women at the tops of science, technology and philanthropy are pushing back as the White House levies its latest attack against immunizations for children.
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August 12, 2026 at 3:43 PM
Melinda French Gates is one of several prominent women to push back at the Trump Administration's latest push against vaccines.