Finding Joy in Dark Times Is Essential

Joy can be ridiculous and absurd, beautiful and uplifting, delicious and delightful. The point is to break the cycle of despair.

How Everyday Sexism Is Sewn Into Our Clothes

When Did Boy Mom Culture Become So Problematic?

There’s science to back up the idea that parenting boys is different—but social media has made it weird.

The Queen of Pop Will Thrill Again. And Again. And Again.

This is Kylie Minogue’s world. We’re so lucky to be in it.

‘I Never Set Out to Be An Advocate'

Surrogacy is once again legal in Michigan. With good old grassroots activism, here's how I helped make it happen.

It's 2025. Has France’s #MeToo Moment Finally Arrived?

France has a long tradition of protecting powerful men accused of sex crimes. Feminists are mixed on whether that’s about to change.

What the Market Meltdown Could Mean for Women

Financial crises and economic recessions tend to affect women most—both in visible and invisible ways.

I Like Solo Dining. Do You?

A World Happiness Report suggests women experience more negative emotions than men when dining alone. I'm not convinced.

Who Gets to be a Wartime Hero?

Overlooked stories of women are everywhere. Sometimes you just need to find them.

Multiple Lawsuits Filed Over Trump’s Attempt to Overhaul U.S. Elections

The complaints say Trump's executive order issued last week on voting rights is unconstitutional and could prevent millions of citizens from voting—in particular women and people of color.

Post Covid, Why Do Women Seem to Be Suffering So Much More Than Men?

The pandemic’s effects linger in the form of a sweeping mental health crisis that’s burdening young women. And then there's long Covid.

Disabled in a Swimsuit

I can’t explain how being noticed beside a pool is materially different to being noticed in the snacks aisle at the supermarket. But it is.