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By Ellen Klein Scroll through social media, and you’re never far from the latest beauty ideal. Trends such as ‘fitspiration’, ‘thinspiration’ and ‘looksmaxxing’ rack up millions of views, shaping how women of all ages see beauty, bodies and themselves. Self-improvement can be a resoundingly empowering journey. However,
As students head back to school, a new analysis from SIECUS: Sex Ed for Social Change shows that a young person’s ZIP code increasingly determines whether they will have access to accurate information about their health, safety, and relationships. Published annually since 2023, SIECUS’s State Report Cards grade states
In 1988, women in the U.S. gained the right to secure business loans and open a business without a male co-signer when the Women’s Business Ownership Act was signed into law. In the nearly 40 years since then, women all across the country have brought their dreams to life and grown their businesses. Our friends... The
By Lily Vittayarukskul, Founder & CEO, Waterlily When I was 16, my aunt was diagnosed with terminal colon cancer. She was like a second mother to me and a cornerstone of our first-generation immigrant family. Until then, I understood illness as something that happened inside a hospital: a diagnosis, a doctor, a treatme
If you’re already a long-time fan of the Adventure Time comics and graphic novels, then get excited because now you have the chance to own the definitive collection. In celebration of its 15 years of keeping audiences entertained, Oni Press is launching a Kickstarter campaign on September 29, 2026, where backers can ge
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common, uncomfortable, and often easy to treat when addressed early. Yet the first symptoms can be subtle enough to be dismissed as dehydration, irritation, or simply needing to use the bathroom more often. Recognizing the early warning signs can help you seek appropriate care before
A kpop fitness routine turns exercise into something that feels more like dancing to your favorite playlist than completing another repetitive workout. By combining simple choreography with cardio-inspired movements, you can work your legs, core, arms, and shoulders while improving coordination and stamina. You do not
By Dr. India Barkley In Traditional Chinese Medicine, menstrual blood is regarded as precious. There is a beautiful concept, Tian Gui—“precious water”—associated with female reproductive development and the arrival of the menstrual cycle. I love beginning here because the language itself changes the relationship. What
By Kate diRenzi The path of an indie filmmaker is not for the weak of spirit. Vulture recently released a viral article donning the ominous title “The Unglamorous Financial Realities of 5 Indie Filmmakers”, with the even bleaker subtitle “You’re not going to make money. And if you do, you’re one in a million.” The... T
A girls’ getaway should be exciting from the moment the idea comes up – it shouldn’t be a burdensome project on everyone’s already busy schedule. Believe it or not, the key to keeping things exciting is making decisions early, communicating clearly, and leaving room for fun. Here’s how: Think About The Practicalities S
By Bec Sands Becoming visible is no longer optional if you want to succeed in today’s world. Whether you’re launching a creative project, starting a business or something else, your personal brand is the differentiator that creates opportunities. If people don’t know about you, how can they work with you, hire you, or
As women take a more proactive approach to health, wellness is expanding beyond diet and fitness into preventive care, skin health, longevity habits, and medical and cosmetic dermatology. To better understand these evolving priorities, our friends at Advanced Dermatology surveyed more than 1000 women from across the U.
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