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On Connie Francis, Whose Powerful Voice Reached Far and Wide
Connie Francis was an internationally loved musician who made Billboard Hot 100 history. She was a survivor, advocate and author. And she touched generations of people – myself included.
5 Black Women Entrepreneurs on the Importance of Juneteenth
The holiday marks the end of state-sanctioned slavery in the U.S. But as these women note, Juneteenth is also a celebration of resilience and determination.
She Moved to The U.S. to Start Over. Today, She’s Got Her Own Beauty Business
Ekaterina Mironova is the founder of Via Venice Beauty, a sweet and sunny Los Angeles salon.
On the Road Back to Los Angeles…And Feeling Grateful
Our writer Lucy Sherriff, who lost her condo in the Palisades fire and temporarily left the city, is beginning the process of recovery – financially and emotionally.
Cardi B, Jamie Lee Curtis, Kerry Washington React to Trump’s Win
Harris’ defeat has prompted feelings of discouragement from women across the country, but also thanks and words of motivation.
20 Black Women-Run Ventures That Inspire Us
For Black History Month, we’re celebrating Black female entrepreneurs who are true examples of resilience and innovation.
How ‘Fast Car’ at the 2024 Grammys Showed Us What We Truly Need
Viewers glommed onto the night’s rendition of Tracy Chapman’s classic song about dashed dreams. But we got more than just a moment of musical connection.
She Inspires Children to Stay Positive in Tough Times
Cat Kozuch spreading empowering messages to kids with her Believe a Buddy teddy bears.
Defiant Afghan Women Aim to Send Message of Hope at 2023 Asian Games
The athletes – all of them displaced from Afghanistan – are competing despite the Taliban’s nationwide ban on women’s sports.
She Quit Her Dead-End Job to Start the Company of Her Dreams
Hannah Chapman is the founder of Ava May Aromas, which sells handmade candles, scented oils and more, all inspired by designer fragrances.
The Compelling, Complex and Wholly Incomparable Tina Turner
The Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll was an immense musical talent, a captivating performer – and a thoughtful woman who wouldn’t be defined by adversity.
One Year After the Russian Invasion, Here Are 7 Charities Providing Aid to Ukrainians
Now a whole year into this brutal war, Ukrainians are still in need of basic necessities like food, shelter, medicine and fuel.
Buzzy Memoir ‘Acceptance’ Offers New Take on Resilience
In her new book, Emi Nietfeld, known for publicly detailing harassment at Google, questions what it means to overcome adversity.
A Foreign Film About Women Making Jam Makes a Surprisingly Strong Statement
Director Blerta Basholli of Kosovo talks about her award-winning film, Hive, which explores a mother’s persistence in an oppressed country.