Following the enactment of a draconian law in Texas that essentially bans abortions, some big businesses are taking action.
Quick Takes
News and analysis about women in entrepreneurship, leadership and politics.
Reese Witherspoon on Media’s Harmful Message to Young Girls
The award-winning actress recalls a 2015 image in Time magazine that cut down female stars for being entrepreneurs.
Marie Kondo is Back with a New Netflix Series, “Sparking Joy”
The new series will apply the “KonMari” method to businesses and relationships, too.
‘Candyman’ Becomes First Film Directed by a Black Woman to Open at No. 1
The new twist on a horror classic directed by Nia DaCosta pulled in over $22 million its opening weekend.
A Muslim Women’s Choir Aims to Break Taboos About Public Singing
Al Hur, an Egyptian religious choir solely for women, perseveres despite facing backlash for simply existing.
The Paralympics Just Medaled in Women’s Representation
The Tokyo games will include an historic number of women.
Bethenny Frankel Collects 1.4 Million in Food and Supplies for Haiti Earthquake Victims
The entrepreneur’s BStrong initiative will be working on rescue, recovery and rebuilding efforts throughout September.
Angelina Jolie Calls for Helping Afghanistan in Debut Instagram Post
The internet is one of our greatest resources, and Angelina Jolie is using it to draw attention to the unheard.
Josephine Baker to Receive Parisian Burial Honor
The renowned performer, French Resistance fighter and civil rights activist will be the first Black woman ever laid to rest in the city’s Pantheon monument.
‘Be Quiet, Be Calm, Pray’: How Afghan Women Are Dealing With the Taliban Takeover
As a desperate situation continues in Afghanistan, women wait to see what their future holds and international women’s groups call for aid.
‘LuLaRich’ to Spotlight the Alleged Scam Behind Leggings Company LuLaRoe
Amazon Prime Video’s four-part docu-series on the infamous multilevel marketing company will premiere next month.
Naomi Osaka Pledges to Give What She Wins to Haiti
In the wake of a devastating earthquake, the half-Haitian tennis superstar vowed to donate her prize money from an upcoming tournament to relief efforts.
Women Firefighters Now Fighting for Their Reproductive Health
Few protections exist for women firefighters who are, or hope to become, pregnant. Some are working to change that.
Christina Applegate, Diagnosed With MS, Uses Platform to Help Others
The star was recently diagnosed with multiple sclerosis and took to Twitter. This wasn’t the first time she’s been public about her conditions.
Female Scientists, First Responders Get Their Own Barbie Dolls
Women of color? Check. Above a size zero? Check. Doctors, nurses, scientists? Check. Is Barbie finally progressing?