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fromwww.theguardian.com
7 hours ago

Melissa Gilbert denies being naive' or complicit' in standing by Timothy Busfield despite sexual abuse claims

I know this man in my bones. No one knows him better than I do. I am 100% confident he will be exonerated while preparing for all possible outcomes.
Television
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
20 hours ago

Don't fall for WSJ's 'normal gay' whitewashing of queer life

Being gay does not equate to being queer; queerness is a broader ideological project that challenges norms.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 hours ago

When I get abused just for dancing, it shows how far hatred of politicians has gone | Stella Creasy

Joy in politics is increasingly met with hostility, reflecting a troubling trend of character assassination against those who express themselves.
Women
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Why women leaders are ditching the old workplace rulebook-and winning because of it

Women are moving away from outdated leadership models that prioritize control and dominance, seeking autonomy and flexibility instead.
Film
fromThe Independent
1 day ago

The Drama ruins Zendaya's box office hot streak

Zendaya's latest film, The Drama, debuted at third place, ending her eight-year streak of number one openings.
Exercise
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Gladiator Jodie Ounsley looks back: There weren't many girls like me at school. I always liked bashing into people'

Jodie Ounsley is a pioneering athlete, the first deaf female rugby player for England, and a competitor on the BBC's Gladiators revival.
fromJezebel
3 days ago

It Ends With Disappointment in the Legal System

The trial isn't going forward, not because the defendants did nothing wrong but because the court determined Blake Lively was an independent contractor, not an employee.
Law
#blake-lively
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago
Arts

Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against Justin Baldoni tossed out but robust case remains

fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago
Arts

Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against Justin Baldoni tossed out but robust case remains

Fashion & style
fromBustle
3 days ago

Miranda Priestly Is Related To... Miranda Priestly

Meryl Streep and Anna Wintour are sixth cousins, sharing the same fifth great-grandparents.
Healthcare
fromVulture
4 days ago

The Pitt's Irene Choi Wants to Borrow Joy's IDGAF Badge

Joy Kwon prioritizes her well-being over the pressures of the ER, highlighting the issue of burnout among medical professionals.
Music production
fromIndieWire
5 days ago

This Is What Honest AI Conversations Sound Like in Hollywood

Mastery in the age of AI is evolving, requiring individuals to excel beyond a baseline of quickly learned skills.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

Zendaya bought a wedding dress for a lesbian bride & made it the "sparkliest week" of her life - LGBTQ Nation

A lesbian couple won a wedding dress shopping experience, receiving a dream dress paid for by Zendaya and styled by Law Roach.
fromFast Company
4 days ago

'I don't want to waste my days': Eva Longoria on thriving in your 50s

"I always ask myself what defines success for me. As I get older, it's not some superficial thing. I'm at a point where I don't want to waste my days."
Media industry
fromApaonline
5 days ago

The Feminine as Structural Problem

The deeper I go, the more feminist I become! Yet my experience of academic philosophy has largely disclosed the opposite: a discipline that solemnly declares its devotion to openness proves curiously unsettled by me as a woman.
Philosophy
Writing
fromThe Nation
6 days ago

My Years-Long Fight to Say "They"

The author reflects on their journey of writing about their experiences as a Jehovah's Witness and the challenges faced in publishing.
Parenting
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

EXCLUSIVE: Sage Steele Opens Up to Sean Hannity About How Her Kids Helped Push Her to Sue ESPN

Sage Steele's decision to sue ESPN was influenced by her children and her desire to stand up for her beliefs.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Sheryl Sandberg's Lean In is fighting the gender gap in AI adoption

Lean In focuses on addressing the gender gap in AI adoption, revealing that men use AI more frequently than women in the workplace.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
20 hours ago

New poll shows why it's important for everyone to speak up in favor of trans rights - LGBTQ Nation

Majority of Americans support trans rights, but polling wording significantly influences public opinion on specific issues like gender-affirming care.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
9 hours ago

Kate Jackson, Cheryl Ladd, Jaclyn Smith reunite to celebrate 'Charlie's Angels' 50th anniversary

'This is a little overwhelming,' Ladd told On The Red Carpet just before the event. 'I know there's a huge group of people who've loved 'Charlie's Angels' and that's gonna feel very good.'
Television
Music
fromVulture
1 week ago

Taylor Swift's 'Elizabeth Taylor' Video Is Basically a Fan Cam

The music video for 'Elizabeth Taylor' lacks narrative and drama, focusing instead on a compilation of the actress's film scenes and interviews.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Female athletes' fertility is still a blind spot | Letter

Changes to insurance for female athletes are positive, but fertility support remains a critical issue that needs addressing.
Film
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Why people are suddenly hesitant to watch Zendaya's new movie, "The Drama"

The film 'The Drama' faces backlash for its sensitive plot involving a character's confession about planning a school shooting.
fromBustle
5 days ago

Anne Hathaway Actually Found A Way To Wear Fashion's Fave Lingerie At The Office

Hathaway wore a noir Diotima bralette with thick fuzzy straps over a lavender bodysuit, tucked into straight-cut high-waisted jeans and cinched with a black belt.
Fashion & style
#transgender
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

8 unapologetically trans-owned businesses redefining fashion, art, and more - LGBTQ Nation

Trans individuals significantly influence culture and deserve visibility and support, especially through trans-owned businesses.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

8 unapologetically trans-owned businesses redefining fashion, art, and more - LGBTQ Nation

Trans individuals significantly influence culture and deserve visibility and support, especially through trans-owned businesses.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
6 days ago

Woman With Her Back to the Viewer in Gallery Photos Speaks Out

The Woman With Her Back to the Viewer embodies a modern-day Rückenfigur, revealing her unique role in the art world and personal routine.
Television
fromBustle
16 hours ago

I Want To Hug Phoebe Buffay After Lisa Kudrow's 'Friends' Confession

Lisa Kudrow reflects on her career post-Friends, feeling undervalued despite her success and Emmy nominations.
Podcast
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Jane Fonda's life goes under the microscope: best podcasts of the week

Emmanuel Dzotsi co-hosts a podcast series exploring major pop culture figures using the BBC's archive.
Women
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

How viral videos sparked a women's NCAA tournament revolution

Women's NCAA tournament facilities have improved significantly since 2021 due to increased awareness of inequities.
LGBT
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

The Olympics Is Repeating One of Its Worst Mistakes

The IOC's new anti-trans testing policy revives discriminatory practices from the past, undermining the progress made in gender inclusivity in sports.
Television
fromQueerty
1 day ago

Will Trent's Cora Lu Tran dishes on bringing nonbinary representation to network TV & working with an animal co-star - Queerty

Will Trent showcases significant nonbinary representation through the character Nico, positively impacting both the actor and viewers alike.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
4 days ago

The cosmetic surgery industry is mainly built for women. So why is it run by men?

Leadership in the aesthetics industry is predominantly male, despite women being the primary consumers and decision-makers.
Right-wing politics
fromJezebel
2 weeks ago

Meryl Streep, Could We Interest You in Donating to an Abortion Fund??

Abortion funds face increased demand and shrinking resources as post-Roe restrictions make abortion care more expensive and difficult to access, with costs ranging from $800 to $2,000 per procedure.
Women
fromBustle
3 days ago

Exclusive: Monique Billings Is All About The Last-Minute Tunnel 'Fit

Monique Billings reflects on her journey in the WNBA, highlighting her growth, enjoyment of basketball, and the league's evolution in pay and opportunities.
Film
fromSFGATE
6 days ago

The controversy around Zendaya's new film explained

The film 'The Drama' transitions from a romantic comedy to a dark narrative with a shocking revelation about a character's past involvement in a school shooting.
Independent films
fromInverse
3 weeks ago

Sinners' Historic Oscar Triumphs Prove One Genre Trend Is Here To Stay

The Academy Awards has evolved to recognize diverse storytelling, with Black screenwriters and genre films gaining recognition through a pattern established by Ryan Coogler's career trajectory from Creed to Sinners.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

5 takeaways from an Oscars night that spread the love

One Battle After Another dominated the Oscars, winning best picture and best director, while Sinners achieved notable success including an original screenplay award and a rare acting win for a genre film.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

A Fox host says many people' think women shouldn't be president. Thank goodness we've got a man in charge | Arwa Mahdawi

Jesse Watters makes provocative statements about women and leadership, reflecting a controversial perspective on gender roles in politics.
Television
fromBustle
4 days ago

Exclusive: Ella Stiller Thinks She's The "Most Millennial Gen Z Ever"

Ella Stiller, a 23-year-old actor, embodies millennial and Gen Z traits while starring in the final season of The Comeback.
Media industry
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

Jane Fonda Accepts No Merger

Jane Fonda wore a 'Block the Merger' pin at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party to oppose Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros., citing concerns about job losses, price increases, and political control of media.
Women
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

One of NFL's first female officials alleges gender discrimination, harassment in lawsuit

Robin DeLorenzo is suing the NFL for gender discrimination and retaliation after her firing in February 2025.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

How should a woman dress in her 50s? Gwyneth Paltrow just changed the game

Women over 50 face contradictory fashion expectations at the Oscars, with no established wardrobe rules, forcing them to navigate impossible choices between dressing age-appropriately or defying aging conventions.
Television
fromQueerty
5 days ago

The best LGBTQ+ movies & TV shows coming to streaming April 2026 - Queerty

April features numerous queer movies and TV shows premiering across major streaming platforms.
Film
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

Laura Dern, 59, says getting older changed what she finds 'sexy'

Aging has empowered Laura Dern to embrace her identity and sexuality, challenging Hollywood's narrow portrayal of beauty and vulnerability.
Women in technology
fromFortune
6 days ago

Sheryl Sandberg tapped a 25-year-old to run Lean In. Here's her plan to close the AI gender gap | Fortune

Women are lagging in AI adoption, prompting Lean In to focus on closing the gender gap with new leadership.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

"To The Women Who Look Like Me...": Sophia Bush Delivered An Important Message For White People On Allyship

Art is always political. As the white friend at this event, I'm gonna go ahead and say to the women who look like me - to the men who look like me - it's incredibly important to remember that so much of what we love in America comes from Black culture. White people need to show up for Black people the way they show up to be entertained by Black culture.
Social justice
Women
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Feminism in Film and the Impact on Women's Self-Perception

Feminist films enhance self-perception by portraying women as complex and human, challenging stereotypes and expanding possibilities for identity and ambition.
Film
fromThe Independent
3 weeks ago

Bridesmaids star Wendi McLendon-Covey shares frank reason she missed Oscars

Wendi McLendon-Covey missed the Bridesmaids 15th anniversary reunion at the Academy Awards due to recovering from cosmetic neck surgery.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

I have more to say': Jane Fonda questions why Barbra Streisand fronted Oscars tribute to Robert Redford

Bob had real backbone on and off the screen. He spoke up to defend freedom of the press, protect the environment, and encourage new voices at his Sundance Institute. She then detailed their evolving relationship and recalled how the last time they had been in contact, the pair had told each other they loved one another.
Film
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Barbra Streisand accused of making tribute to Alysa Liu about herself

We were so happy to see Alysa Liu win the gold medal in Milan yesterday. My husband just showed me that in 2019 she skated to my song Don't Rain on My Parade. I'm so proud of her. Don't Rain on my Parade is the song Streisand made famous in the Broadway musical, Funny Girl, and in its 1968 film adaptation, for which she won the Academy Award for best actress.
San Francisco Giants
#oscars
Television
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Ashley Nicole Black Was Proud to Bat Leadoff at the Oscars

Comedian Ashley Nicole Black appeared first on the Oscars telecast in a cold open sketch with host Conan O'Brien, where she played a makeup artist preparing him in drag.
Television
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Ashley Nicole Black Was Proud to Bat Leadoff at the Oscars

Comedian Ashley Nicole Black appeared first on the Oscars telecast in a cold open sketch with host Conan O'Brien, where she played a makeup artist preparing him in drag.
Women
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

Wendi McLendon-Covey Had a Good Reason to Skip the Bridesmaids Oscars Reunion

Wendi McLendon-Covey missed the 2026 Oscars Bridesmaids reunion due to recovering from a neck lift procedure she underwent the previous week.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Supermodel says only women can be bisexual: "Double standards exist for us all" - LGBTQ Nation

Jessica White's statement that bisexuality is acceptable for women but not men sparked controversy and amplified biphobic attitudes, with experts attributing such stigma to toxic masculinity and rigid gender expectations.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 weeks ago

Queer actress Sophia Bush lauded for comments on white allyship: "She's f**king awesome" - LGBTQ Nation

Sophia Bush advocates for white allyship by urging white people to support Black communities with the same enthusiasm they show for Black culture.
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

The Politics of Who Is 'Owed' an Oscar

I can't say it feels great and I can't say that it makes me happy. It just makes me feel peculiar. It's just a movie, at the end of the day. It's just supposed to be an action movie about a guy trying to get his daughter back. And, what I see every day, it weighs heavy on my heart for the world.
Independent films
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

And the winner is ... all of us? How the Oscars have changed for the better

The traditional fall film festival circuit's influence on Oscar success has significantly diminished as major winners now emerge through wide studio releases and alternative pathways.
#oscars-ceremony
fromVulture
3 weeks ago
Film

Everything I Saw and Overheard at the 'Human' Oscars

The 2024 Oscars rehearsal reveals behind-the-scenes preparation with strict confidentiality rules, featuring celebrity presenters practicing sketches and award introductions while the ceremony's theme of 'humanity' reflects broader concerns about Hollywood's consolidation and AI's impact.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Film

The Guide #234: Five big questions before the 2026 Oscars

The Oscars ceremony occurs Sunday with extensive Guardian coverage including a liveblog, interviews, and analysis of best picture nominees and industry discourse.
Film
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Oscars 2026: All the political moments

Conan O'Brien hosted the Oscars with political humor despite initially promising to avoid politics, making jokes about Trump, immigration enforcement, and the Epstein files while concluding with a serious message about celebrating during chaotic times.
Film
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

Everything I Saw and Overheard at the 'Human' Oscars

The 2024 Oscars rehearsal reveals behind-the-scenes preparation with strict confidentiality rules, featuring celebrity presenters practicing sketches and award introductions while the ceremony's theme of 'humanity' reflects broader concerns about Hollywood's consolidation and AI's impact.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

The Guide #234: Five big questions before the 2026 Oscars

The Oscars ceremony occurs Sunday with extensive Guardian coverage including a liveblog, interviews, and analysis of best picture nominees and industry discourse.
Women in technology
fromForbes
4 weeks ago

The Hidden Cost Of Celebrating Women's History Month With Hashtags

Superficial Women's History Month gestures without substantive action erode trust and undermine genuine commitment to gender equity and inclusion.
#academy-awards
Film
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

The Academy Awards Corrected a Long Overdue Omission

The Academy Awards presented its first-ever casting award to Cassandra Kulukundis, recognizing casting directors' critical role in film production after decades of Oscar oversight.
Film
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Oscars 2026: Full list of winners

One Battle After Another won six Oscars including Best Picture and Best Director, while Sinners won four awards at the 98th Academy Awards ceremony.
Film
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

Every Single Thing Happening at the 2026 Oscars Live

The 98th Academy Awards features two films competing across major categories with unprecedented uncertainty about winners in multiple award categories.
Film
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

What 79 best actress winners wore to accept their Oscars

The 98th Academy Awards on March 15, 2026 will feature best actress nominees whose red-carpet fashion choices represent a coronation moment, with styles evolving significantly since 1930.
Film
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

The Academy Awards Corrected a Long Overdue Omission

The Academy Awards presented its first-ever casting award to Cassandra Kulukundis, recognizing casting directors' critical role in film production after decades of Oscar oversight.
Film
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Oscars 2026: Full list of winners

One Battle After Another won six Oscars including Best Picture and Best Director, while Sinners won four awards at the 98th Academy Awards ceremony.
Film
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

Every Single Thing Happening at the 2026 Oscars Live

The 98th Academy Awards features two films competing across major categories with unprecedented uncertainty about winners in multiple award categories.
Film
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

What 79 best actress winners wore to accept their Oscars

The 98th Academy Awards on March 15, 2026 will feature best actress nominees whose red-carpet fashion choices represent a coronation moment, with styles evolving significantly since 1930.
Film
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 weeks ago

Women in Film honors Oscar nominees, stresses need for progress

Women in Film celebrated Oscar nominees at Bette Davis's home, advancing gender equity advocacy in Hollywood while highlighting women's achievements across filmmaking roles.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Politics was sidelined at the Golden Globes

without a doubt the most important thing happening in the world right now.
US politics
#sydney-sweeney
fromVulture
2 months ago
Fashion & style

Sydney Sweeney Won't Be a Political 'Pawn' Especially When She Has Bras to Sell

fromVulture
2 months ago
Fashion & style

Sydney Sweeney Won't Be a Political 'Pawn' Especially When She Has Bras to Sell

Film
fromAxios
3 weeks ago

The women of "Sinners," "K-Pop Demon Hunters" make Oscars history

Historic Oscar wins include the first woman of color cinematographer, first South Korean descent animated feature creators, first K-pop Oscar-winning song, and significant achievements by Black filmmakers and actors.
Women in technology
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Celebrity coalition calls for action as one in three women face gender-based violence

Over 60 celebrities unite to demand increased funding for women's rights organizations globally, highlighting that one in three women experience gender-based violence in their lifetime.
Film
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

The Daddy Issue Oscars

Marty Supreme's ending—featuring Timothée Chalamet's emotional breakdown in a maternity ward—has sparked significant debate about whether it represents genuine character transformation or unwarranted sentimentality.
Film
fromABC7 New York
3 weeks ago

A night for the record books: Films, actors poised to make history at 2026 Oscars

This year's Oscars introduces a new casting category for the first time since 2001, while 'Sinners' breaks the all-time nomination record with 16 nominations and features the most Black nominees from a single film in history.
LGBT
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

12 Powerful LGBTQ+ Celebrity Coming Out Stories That Helped Me Find My Voice

Black LGBTQ+ celebrities' public coming-out experiences provide crucial visibility that helps queer youth embrace their identities and live authentically.
Film
fromBustle
2 months ago

Jennifer Lawrence Says She Lost This Major Role Over Looks

Jennifer Lawrence believes she lost roles in Quentin Tarantino films and faced online criticism claiming she was 'not pretty enough' to play Sharon Tate.
Film
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Jennifer Lawrence claims she lost Tarantino role because she wasn't pretty enough

Jennifer Lawrence was told she was 'not pretty enough' to play Sharon Tate and regrets turning down a role in Quentin Tarantino's The Hateful Eight.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Chloe Zhao says feminine consciousness' incompatible with current Hollywood model

The US film industry currently fails to support gender-diverse leadership, with female directors comprising a declining share of top-grossing films.
Film
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Supergirl': Chronicle of the disaster that held back female superhero films for decades

Supergirl's brief 2025 film appearance introduces a rebellious Kara Zor-El, highlights Krypto, and signals a fresh, youth-focused reboot ahead of a 2026 release.
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