Taboos around women’s sexuality have long hampered research into the clitoris, which plays a key role in achieving orgasms. But new imaging has brought new clarity.
Women Empowerment
Inspiring Quotes from 11 Iconic Women Who Made History
For Women’s History Month, we’re spotlighting women who achieved fantastic “firsts” in politics, the arts and more. These are their words.
Gisèle Pelicot Releases Memoir Detailing Abuse by Ex-Husband — and Her Own Survival
The global feminist icon has kicked off a two-month book tour and is speaking publicly about picking up the pieces of her life.
Weekly Walks for Connecting Women to One Another
Maddie Scales launched No Girl Walks Alone to create communities of women who bond through weekly walks around Austin, Texas.
A Burnt-Out Founder Built a Sanctuary – For Herself and Others
Mariana Santos launched Animame Algarve, a refuge for retreats, workshops and regenerative farming, in the Portuguese countryside.
Following ICE Shooting of Civilian, Women Leaders Express Outrage
Renee Nicole Good was killed by an ICE officer, her death captured on video. Several lawmakers have decried ICE’s actions – and are now calling for the ouster of those in charge.
Wrapped 2025: The Story Exchange’s 10 Most Popular Stories
We’re most surprised at No. 6 on this list, about a powerful woman activist (from 100 years ago!) who fought for Native American culture.
This Group in South Is Now at Risk for HIV, According to Report
Black women living in the South have become vulnerable due to limited resources, federal funding cuts and few rural hospitals.
Report: For Sudanese Women, ‘Basic Dignity Has Collapsed’ Amid Ongoing War
Women living in the conflict-torn North African nation are enduring “horrific” conditions like rape, starvation – and even giving birth in the streets as hospitals fall, UN officials say.
High-Powered Women Have A New Secret Weapon: Menopause
New research shows that women leaders experiencing menopause symptoms are more resilient and actually thrive at work.
8 Spellbinding Witch Movies to Watch This Halloween
From campy comedies to historical dramas, these flicks feature the most iconic witch tales to get you into the spirit of the holiday.
Barbara Kingsolver Used ‘Demon Copperhead’ Profits to Open a Recovery Center
The recovery center in Appalachia offers a wide variety of services and supports for women who are navigating re-entering society.
Millions Are About to Lose Food Assistance. Most of Them Are Women and Children
The majority of Americans who rely upon SNAP benefits are women, many of whom are only able to afford groceries for their families with government help. On Nov. 1, that help runs out.
Zohran Mamdani Did Something Men Don’t Do – But They Should
Men are reluctant, at best, to call out their peers for bad behavior. But during the second NYC mayoral debate, Mamdani did precisely that – and made it about more than winning votes.
Malala Yousafzai Shows Her ‘Messy’ Side In New Memoir, ‘Finding My Way’
The Pakistan-born activist who became known for fighting for girls’ rights was able to find herself — and make mistakes — at college.