From “Kenergy” to “Rizz,” the following list of words captures some of this past year’s key moments and trends.
The ‘Underground’ Mexican Group That’s Helping Americans Access Abortions
Bloodys Red Tijuana is working to get people in the U.S. the abortion pills they need, regardless of any laws that might restrict their access.
Trump Critic Liz Cheney Considers Third-Party White House Bid
Trump once predicted the former congresswoman would “disappear into the depths of political oblivion.” But she has other plans.
This Singer Just Made History by Rockin’ Her Way to the Top of the Charts
Brenda Lee’s holiday hit, “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree,” was released in 1958. It just topped the Billboard Hot 100 last month.
The Latest
New York Senator Blasts Women’s Groups for Silence Over Sexual Attacks in Israel-Hamas War
At the United Nations, Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand urged the global community to condemn rape as a strategy in warfare.
Remembering Sandra Day O’Connor, the First Woman Appointed to the Supreme Court
O’Connor, who paved the way for women on the federal bench, passed away on Friday at the age of 93.
Study: Millennial, Gen Z Women ‘At the Highest Risk of Early Death’ in Decades
New research finds that a confluence of factors – from a broken healthcare system and a pandemic, to toxic social media content – is harming younger.
A Tech Conference Is Canceled Amid Claims of Fake Women Speakers
The organizer of the DevTernity tech conference has been accused of creating AI-generated profiles of women speakers in order to appear more inclusive.
Anti-Trump Koch Network Endorses Nikki Haley
Super PAC Americans for Prosperity Action says Haley, the GOP’s only woman candidate, is best suited to take on Donald Trump in the presidential primary.
As Window Closes, a Rush of Sex Abuse Suits Against Moguls, Mayors
A new law gave victims of sexual assault a one-year opportunity to file civil suits against their alleged attackers, whether or not the statute of limitations had run out.
Podcast
A Seaweed Startup in Maine’s Chilly Waters
Atlantic Sea Farms works with lobstermen to farm kelp in the winter months. It’s a superfood that’s climate-friendly, too. Listen to our 10-minute podcast.
Women in the News
Our List of 2023 Buzzwords, Some Inspired by Barbie and Taylor Swift
From “Kenergy” to “Rizz,” the following list of words captures some of this past year’s key moments and trends.
In Germany, This Women-Led Restaurant Is Entirely Powered by Food Waste
Community Kitchen München rescues fresh produce and turns it into meals, part of an effort to lower greenhouse gas emissions and aid the climate crisis.
Known for Her TikTok Videos, a Menopause Expert Launches a New Brand
Dr. Mary Claire Haver has used social media to educate women about hormonal transitions. Now, she’s launching ThePauseLife.com.
Women Aren’t Running for Office Like They Used To. The Reason Makes Perfect Sense
A new study from nonprofit She Should Run suggests that unpaid labor and elevated stress levels have rendered women too exhausted to take on political campaigns.
Video
A Native-Owned Brewery Inspired by the Southwest
In New Mexico, Shyla Sheppard and Missy Begay are making craft beers with traditional Indigenous ingredients.
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She’s Helping Children Become Confident Readers Through Play
Jacquelyn Davis is the founder of Clever Noodle, a company selling a fun, learn-to-read tabletop game.
A DIY Dream-Come-True for Hot Sauce Lovers
Lauren Glenn is the founder of Delightfully Hot, which sells hot sauce-making kits that come in flavors found around the globe.
Her Site Sells International Goods – And Empowers Their Makers
Ginger Shields teams up with artisans the world over to “co-create” beautiful, handmade products to sell through her online store, Intertwined: Handmade for Good.
A Seaweed Startup in Maine’s Chilly Waters
Atlantic Sea Farms works with lobstermen to farm kelp in the winter months. It’s a superfood that’s climate-friendly, too. Listen to our 10-minute podcast.
Our Podcast Featuring Judy Woodruff, Acclaimed Journalist
In this podcast episode, we talk to the longtime PBS NewsHour host about her career and next steps.
Listen to ‘Savoring Indigenous Cuisine’
In this podcast episode, we visit the award-winning Owamni Restaurant in Minneapolis, which serves up Native foods on its decolonized menu.
The ‘Help! I Have Anxiety’ Podcast
Just in time for Stress Awareness Month, we sample anxiety tech — all the new gadgets that promise to chill you out.
Afghan Women: ‘We Are Not Fragile’
We speak to women who fled Afghanistan – as well as some who are still there. Our goal is to give Afghan women visibility at a time when the Taliban seeks to erase them from public life.
The Israeli-American Journalist Who Led an Escape Mission
Danna Harman didn’t have any tools or resources, but she knew she had to do something to help the Afghan girls who reached out to her.
The Aspiring Journalist Following in the Footsteps of Her Father
Marwa Dashty’s father, a well-known journalist, was killed after the Taliban took over. Now, the 20-year-old wants to continue his legacy by becoming a journalist herself.
The Teacher Who Chose to Stay Behind
When Munireh’s father first received news of the Taliban takeover, he sent all the women in the family to Iran – but she refused to leave Afghanistan.
The Pop Star Whose Fan Helped Her Get Out
After Shakiba Teimori showed her long, flowing hair on television, it was as if she were exiled. And then she fled for real.
The Founder of Afghanistan’s First All-Girls Coding School
Fereshteh Forough opened Afghanistan’s first coding school for girls and women – but the Taliban’s ban on education prevents students from learning in-person.
The Mobile App Developer Secretly Working Online
Parima hides the fact that she works remotely, as many of her neighbors in Afghanistan don’t believe women should have jobs.
The College Student Getting a Fresh Start
Rodaba Noori is enjoying her new life at Bard College in upstate New York, but she still doesn’t consider it home.
Women In Science
We’ve awarded $5,000 grants to female scientists working to improve public health as chemicals, microplastics and other pollutants contaminate the air we breathe.
Meet the Winners of Our 2022 Women In Science Incentive Prize
We’re awarding $5,000 grants to female scientists working to improve public health as chemicals, microplastics and other pollutants contaminate the air we breathe.
Monitoring the Risks of Salt Lake Valley’s Dust
Dangerous dust events are becoming more common in Utah, where Kerry Kelly is developing new sensor technology to monitor what’s in our air.
Sleuthing for Microplastics in Michigan
Few people realize that invisible plastic bits make it into the air we breathe. Madeline Clough wants to change that.
Flying Over L.A. to Study the Dirtiest Air in America
Eva Pfannerstill and her team at Berkeley have taken 16 flights to pinpoint the most dangerous pollutants that Angelenos breathe.
Arming Pollution-Prone Communities With Low-Cost Air Censors
Whether it’s in West Africa or Ohio, Garima Raheja wants to empower residents to monitor air pollution — and take steps to protect themselves.
Using Supercomputers and Wearables to Monitor Air Pollution
Fusing modeling, wearable sensors and new science, Cesunica Ivey hopes to improve outcomes for disadvantaged communities.