When Dreams Are Put On Hold
In Afghanistan, women's blocked opportunities to have a career, contribute to society and earn a living are creating a mental health crisis.
Henrietta Lacks: A Moral Wrong That May Never Be Righted
Her name may not be a household name, but ‘HeLa cells’ from Henrietta Lacks's cervix changed the world.
I Never Saw Myself in Romance Novels. Then, One Day, I Did.
Enthusiastic readers of romance novels would very much like to see themselves reflected on the page. When will the industry fully catch on?
Coming to a Theatre Near You
Is Hollywood finally catching up with the real world? Maybe, sort of, yes.
Everyone Has Their View on Surrogacy. Few Actually Understand It.
When Lily Collins announced her child had been born via surrogate, the judgments and criticisms were swift and brutal. Many were just plain wrong.
‘The Fantasy Can Be Dirty, But the Values Must Be Clean’
Can porn be beautiful and ethical? Erika Lust says yes—unequivocally.
On DEI, Here We Go Again.
It’s time to stop saying disabled people are less qualified. Evidence suggests that, far from making workplaces worse, disabled people make teams better.
One Victorious Beyoncé Does Not Equality Make
It’s a great story, but women aren’t really ruling the Grammys. When they’re nominated just one-third of the time, how could they?
More Women Are Entering Medicine — And It's Good for Everyone
Improved social support, more role models, and reduced bias in medical schools have fueled the change. When it comes to patient outcomes, it makes a difference.
In a Deeply Divided World, Can Anything Unite Us? Perhaps a Comma Or Two.
Ellen Jovin is a grammarian whose conversations about language can help us connect in a world that feels broken.
DEI Is Something We All Rely On—Whether We Admit It or Not.
When companies are more inclusive, everyone profits. So when DEI gets shut down, it’s up to everyone to step up.
Are We Done Asking Women About Imposter Syndrome?
Apparently not. We keep raising imposter syndrome with women, and worse, telling them they ought to have it.
As Always With Davos, A Question of Who Gets to Be in the Room
This year, over 50 heads of state are in attendance, as well as about 1,600 business leaders.
Alexa, How Do I Stop This Meltdown?
AI can make our lives more efficient and streamlined, sure, but it can also make parenting easier.
Can Chatbots Make You a Better Parent? Yes, Here's What to Ask.
AI can be as useful in the home as it can be at work. Sometimes it's just a question of getting started.
Thank You, Cecile
The activist and former president of Planned Parenthood died on Monday, aged 67.
A Handful of Reasons to Be Hopeful. (Yes, We Found Some!)
Wars, wildfires and felonious world leaders are dominating the news cycle. But also: Diseases are being treated, solar power is booming and some animals are back from the brink of extinction.
Deciding Which Way to Look
Two men will be honored on Monday. They couldn't be more different.
How Will Women Protest In a Second Trump Term?
Pussy hats and memes might provide some emotional relief, but the real work will take place behind the scenes.
Yes, Los Angeles Is Burning. No, DEI Is Not to Blame.
Within a day of the California wildfires igniting, right-wing influencers and conservative media outlets had decided what was to blame for the deadly blazes: DEI. That’s utterly ridiculous.
Instagram is Home to Thriving Communities. Meta's Plans Risk Cutting Them Off.
Mark Zuckerberg's plans to change content moderation at Meta risk cutting off communities that have become vital lifelines for women.
Why Can’t We Just Pass the ERA? It’s Complicated.
The Equal Rights Amendment is a simple 24-word piece of legislation. But it’s also a historic movement, more than a century in the making, that began with women’s suffrage and continues to this day.
Bright Light. Big Smile. Her Name Was Debrina Kawam.
The story of the woman set alight on the New York subway is a reminder that everyone, even when they’re anonymous, is a somebody.
Women Are Syria’s Best Hope for Lasting Peace. Will They Be Heard?
For years, Syrian women have fought to be heard in international negotiations. They aren’t about to give up ground now.
'Ahh! Do I Have To?'— And Other New Year's Resolution Dilemmas
Read faster. Be present. Get organized. Choose joy. Eat this. Avoid that. Save money. Take risks. Make friends. Here’s a thought: Maybe you’re already just right, just as you are.