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News and analysis about women in entrepreneurship, leadership and politics.
She’s Written Over 1,600 Wikipedia Profiles for Overlooked Women Scientists
Jessica Wade, a London physicist, hopes the recognition will encourage more young women to choose STEM careers.
A Woman-Led CVS Makes Big Move to Drop Prices on Tampons and Pay ‘Pink Tax’
The pharmacy chain is joining the larger effort to close the cost gap between women’s and men’s personal care products.
Angel Funding for Women Entrepreneurs Is Decreasing, New Research Finds
These days, angel investors are giving fewer dollars to women business owners – and making fewer deals with them. But perhaps it won’t stay that way.
Walmart Wants More Women and Minority Groups in Clinical Trials
The retail giant says it hopes to diversify medical research and improve health equity for Americans.
4 Women to Run the World’s Most Penguin-Filled Post Office
The team will depart in November for whiter pastures, to sort mail and count birds on behalf of a British trust.
‘Selena Gomez: My Mind and Me’ Trailer Released on World Mental Health Day
Selena Gomez released a new trailer for her documentary about her struggles with mental health on World Mental Health Day.
This U.S. House Candidate’s New Campaign Ad Features Her Giving Birth
Katie Darling, who is vying for Rep. Steve Scalise’s seat, released a spot on the importance of creating a better future – and showcased the delivery of her son to drive the point home.
We Could Usher In More Women Governors Than Ever on Election Day 2022
There are 25 women running in gubernatorial races throughout the U.S. – a new record in and of itself.
Planned Parenthood Launches First Mobile Abortion Clinics
Mobile facilities will reduce travel times for patients from other states by meeting them at the borders.
She’ll Be the First Indigenous Woman to Take to the Stars
NASA astronaut Nicole Aunapu Mann is set to fly to space this week with SpaceX’s Crew-5 mission.
Live from New York, it’s SNL’s First Nonbinary Cast Member!
Comedian Molly Kearney will make their “Saturday Night Live” debut when the longtime sketch comedy show returns for its 48th season.
At Last, Rihanna’s Returning to the Stage – One of America’s Largest, in Fact
The billionaire woman entrepreneur and nine-time Grammy winner will perform in next year’s Super Bowl Halftime Show.
Outrage, Protests Follow Death of Iranian Woman Detained by Morality Police
Mahsa Amini died of injuries said to be sustained during her arrest. The nation’s women have since been burning hijabs and cutting their hair in defiance.
These 3 International Orgs Are Collaborating to Boost Women Fighting Climate Change
The International Center for Research on Women is answering the Clinton Global Initiative’s call to action by assembling a team to study and uplift women-led efforts to save the Earth.