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time.com
2 days ago
Writing

Why I Kept My Kinks a Secret

The author grapples with deep-rooted anxieties and fears while on the verge of publishing a novel centered around taboo themes and ambitious women. [ more ]
cyclingnews.com
2 days ago
Bicycling

Oakley EVZero Blades review: Perfect for smaller faces, and so light you will forget you're wearing them

Cycling glasses trends favor larger sizes, but Oakley EVZero Blades cater to smaller faces with lightweight design. [ more ]
UK news
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Millions of women who lost out in pension age rise must be compensated, report says

Decades-long campaign for compensation
Government recommended to pay compensation [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

Knife crime against women doubles as victims' families call for tougher sentences

Knife crime against women and girls has more than doubled in five years.
The number of female knife crime victims surged in certain regions of the UK. [ more ]
moreUK news
www.npr.org
2 months ago
Women

Resilient and strong: Voices of women from Kenya's largest 'slum'

Women in Kibera face daily challenges but persevere with strength and determination.
International Women's Day serves as a moment of celebration and reflection for women around the world. [ more ]
euronews
3 months ago
Women

Women in Ukraine prepare for combat

Ukrainian women are actively participating in military training to prepare for combat
The Ukrainian government is in need of new recruits [ more ]
www.guardian-series.co.uk
3 months ago
Women

Two women 'in Islamic dress' hit by car were not deliberately targeted

Two women wearing traditional Muslim clothing were hit by a car in Walthamstow.
Police initially believed it was a hate crime, but now believe it was an unfortunate road traffic collision. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
4 months ago
Women

Trump Aide Turned Fox News Host Praises Kamala Harris's Powerful' Interview on The View

Kayleigh McEnany compliments Kamala Harris on her delivery and focus during a television interview.
Harris strategically targets Progressives, young people, and women through her messaging on issues like Israel, student loans, and abortion. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
4 months ago
Women

The Women of Gaza are Fighting for Their Families' Lives

Thousands of women in Gaza have been widowed or left in charge of households due to the war, and their worsening plight is being overlooked in the humanitarian response.
More than 23,000 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza since early October, with about 70% of the victims estimated to be women and children. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
Women

Knife crime against women doubles as victims' families call for tougher sentences

Knife crime against women and girls has more than doubled in five years.
The number of female knife crime victims surged in certain regions of the UK. [ more ]
Boston.com
3 months ago
Remote teams

The best employees are the most likely to leave over return-to-office mandates, new survey says

High-performing employees, millennials, and women are more likely to leave a company that enforces strict return-to-office policies.
Intent to stay among all employees dropped by 8%, with high-performing employees experiencing the biggest drop at 16%.
Flexibility and the ability to work from home are important factors for employee retainment, particularly for women and millennials. [ more ]
The Economic Times
6 months ago
Remote teams

Why is remote work so appealing to women? Female employees tend to crave more flexibility, claims expert

Flexibility is often valued more by women, especially those with children, than monetary compensation.
The traditional model of an "ideal worker" that expects employees to be available at all times is designed for men married to homemakers.
The shift to remote work during the pandemic may have benefited mothers, particularly those with young children and a bachelor's degree. [ more ]
The Economic Times
6 months ago
Remote teams

Why is remote work so appealing to women? Female employees tend to crave more flexibility, claims expert

Flexibility is often valued more by women, especially those with children, than monetary compensation.
The traditional model of an "ideal worker" that expects employees to be available at all times is designed for men married to homemakers.
The shift to remote work during the pandemic may have benefited mothers, particularly those with young children and a bachelor's degree. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Public health

I couldn't hide from it any more': Lockdowns drove Chantelle to the brink, and she wasn't alone

Women and gender- and sexuality-diverse people experienced chronically elevated symptoms of depression and anxiety over two years of the pandemic.
Women and LGBTQ+ individuals were twice as likely to experience more severe mental health trajectories during the pandemic. [ more ]
HuffPost
4 months ago
Digital life

The Funniest Tweets From Women This Week

Hilarious tweets from women on Twitter
Examples of witty and sarcastic humor [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Digital life

Another Body review terrifying dive into the world of deepfake porn

Deepfake porn targeting women, including famous women, is on the rise.
Porn sites refuse to take down deepfake images and are legally not obligated to do so. [ more ]
Above the Law
4 months ago
Law

Women Love To Go To Law School Here

The state with the highest percentage of women enrolled in law schools is revealed in the article.
Approximately 65 percent of law school students in this state identify as women. [ more ]
Above the Law
4 months ago
Education

Women Love To Go To Law School Here

The state with the highest percentage of women enrolled in law schools is revealed in the article.
Approximately 65 percent of law school students in this state identify as women. [ more ]
Above the Law
4 months ago
Education

Women Love To Go To Law School Here

The state with the highest percentage of women enrolled in law schools is revealed in the article.
Approximately 65 percent of law school students in this state identify as women. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
Women

Knife crime against women doubles as victims' families call for tougher sentences

Knife crime against women and girls has more than doubled in five years.
The number of female knife crime victims surged in certain regions of the UK. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Women

This is a real look into our lives': the Maasai women photographing their people

Women in pastoralist communities in Kenya are facing increased challenges due to prolonged drought and climate crisis.
Photographers are documenting the everyday experiences of elderly women who bear the burden of securing food, water, and fuel. [ more ]
www.fastcompany.com
5 months ago
Women in technology

Why millennial women are embracing angel investing

The proportion of women involved in angel investing is increasing, with 37% of angels being women in recent years.
Angel investing offers women the opportunity to learn about various companies and industries, while also potentially making money. [ more ]
www.fastcompany.com
5 months ago
Women in technology

Why millennial women are embracing angel investing

The proportion of women involved in angel investing is increasing, with 37% of angels being women in recent years.
Angel investing offers women the opportunity to learn about various companies and industries, while also potentially making money. [ more ]
HuffPost
5 months ago
Women in technology

The Funniest Tweets From Women This Week

Twitter is a platform where women showcase their brilliant and witty humor.
HuffPost Women rounds up hilarious tweets from women every week. [ more ]
www.fastcompany.com
5 months ago
Venture

Why millennial women are embracing angel investing

The proportion of women involved in angel investing is increasing, with 37% of angels being women in recent years.
Angel investing offers women the opportunity to learn about various companies and industries, while also potentially making money. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
London

Homeless women are invisible not because they don't exist they're hiding from danger | Nicci Gerrard

The number of rough sleepers, including women, is growing in British cities and towns.
Homelessness in England increased by 26% in 2022-23, with a 12% increase in London. [ more ]
www.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
5 months ago
London

Search for man after three women followed and grabbed in south London

Police have released an image of a man they wish to speak to after three separate women were followed in south London.
The incidents took place on October 10, November 17, and November 19, with each woman managing to escape the attacker.
The Metropolitan Police is treating the incidents as linked and is urging anyone with information to come forward. [ more ]
Nieman Lab
5 months ago
Media industry

So who are the consistent news avoiders?

Consistent news avoiders tend to have common traits, including being young, women, and from lower socioeconomic classes.
Political ideology also plays a role, with news avoidance more common on the right in the US and on the left in other parts of the world.
The divide between those deeply involved in politics and those largely indifferent towards it is another important factor in news avoidance. [ more ]
Independent
5 months ago
Marketing

How Matt Rife's sexist jokes are the standard for young, male internet comedians

Young male internet comics on TikTok and Instagram are using women as a punchline in their jokes.
Comedian Matt Rife is leading this trend of mocking and belittling women in his comedy.
The material of these comics reflects a return to the 1970s style of stand-up comedy. [ more ]
BBC News
5 months ago
Environment

Climate change: Rise in Google searches around 'anxiety'

Online search queries related to "climate anxiety" have risen dramatically, according to Google data.
Studies show that women are more affected by climate anxiety than men. [ more ]
PublishersWeekly.com
6 months ago
Books

Book Deals: Week of November 20, 2023

Norah O'Donnell is writing a female-focused retelling of American history.
Karen Kingsbury has signed a three-book deal with indie press Forefront Books.
Saumya Dave's novel 'The Guilt Pill' has been acquired by Park Row Books. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
6 months ago
Music

In Spain, the Latin Grammys Recognize Powerful Women

The 24th annual Latin Grammy Awards took place outside the United States for the first time, in Seville, Spain.
Women from Latin America took home the top awards, with Karol G winning album of the year and Shakira sharing song of the year.
Natalia Lafourcade from Mexico won record of the year for her single, De Todas las Flores. [ more ]
Cbsnews
6 months ago
Wellness

Research finds women who sleep less are at higher risk for diabetes

Sleeping less can increase the risk of diabetes in women.
Reducing sleep by an hour and a half can lead to lower insulin sensitivity in women.
Consistently getting seven to nine hours of sleep a night can help reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes in women. [ more ]
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